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The travel industry in Southeast Asia is continuing to grow, and so is the short-term rental industry worldwide.
Justin Dawes | 6 months ago
YouTrip wants to help people more easily make payments while traveling abroad, and Flash Pack want to help solo travelers meet one another on group trips.
Two startups in corporate travel raised money this week, along with another in short-term rentals.
Justin Dawes | 7 months ago
DiDi said robotaxis will be available on its rideshare app by 2025, and Regent Craft said it will begin testing electric seagliders next year.
Three tech-enabled property managers — typically less affected by increasing short-term rental regulations — have announced fundraises recently.
Atlys wants to make obtaining e-visas simpler for travelers, and Shackle is part of the growing effort to modernize the hotel industry.
Tailbox is the latest generative AI startup in travel to raise venture capital, this time with a future vision to provide travelers with a personal digital tour guide.
Justin Dawes | 8 months ago
AI trip planners, alternative jet fuel, the metaverse, next-generation chargers for airline passengers: There is a big variety of travel tech startups raising money lately.
Corporate travel is the theme this week. Companies want to make sure business trip spending is as efficient as possible, and that's where expense management software comes in.
Zeelo is helping corporate clients make shuttle routes more efficient, and Teleport is making the visa submission process a little less tedious.
Justin Dawes | 9 months ago