Startups

Nineteen travel startups raised $1.1 billion near the start of October. Then it slowed down.

Joby Aviation and Toyota are among multiple transport companies that want to see flying taxis as part of everyday commercial travel. If everything stays on track, that could start becoming a reality in 2026.

Have you ever been on a trip and wanted one app to book your museum entrance tickets, get you train tickets, score you concert seats, and maybe throw in a cooking class for good measure? Klook wants to be there for you.

Twelve’s massive total fundraise of $645 million shows that the company is positioning itself for a future where alternative jet fuels aren’t just trendy, but essential. Skift has now reported 16 travel startups that have raised over $100 million so far this year.

The hotel tech market is ripe for consolidation, and Mews wants to take advantage.

Airbnb CEO Brian Chesky gave a talk that led to some controversy in Silicon Valley. He clarified his thoughts in one area and doubled down in another.

Startups developing next-generation aircraft and components have raised over half a billion dollars in venture capital so far this year.

Travel startup funding in August started with a bang and ended with a whisper.

Travel startups announced fundraises over the last week exceeding $400 million.

One startup fundraise this week — the largest yet this year — also outdid the top two deals in 2023 by GetYourGuide and Klook.