Justin Dawes

Travel startups have raised nearly $1 billion so far in November. That includes 17 that raised nearly $636 million in the last three weeks.

Travel tech companies are generally optimistic that a second Trump presidency could be positive for business and innovation, particularly around AI.

Skift spoke with Marilyn Markham, who's in charge of developing a company-wide AI strategy, about the company's progress since then.

OpenAI released the first generative AI technology just over two years ago and the initial hype that it would transform the travel industry has given way to more realistic projections.

Skift Take Amadeus CEO Luis Maroto says the company will become obsolete if it doesn't invest in new technology. Key Points

Justin Dawes Skift Take Archer Aviation has raised $660 million this year alone, while competitor Lilium is going through bankruptcy proceedings after burning through $1 billion.

Hostaway has raised $365 million — one of the largest fundraises of the year and among the largest ever in its sector.

Skift spoke with Hostaway CEO Marcus Rader about what's next for the short-term rental management tech startup after raising $365 million.

Skift spoke with Kurt Ekert, president and CEO of Sabre, about changes at the company and potential for future growth.

Skift Take AI companies have made considerable progress in 2024 as it relates to travel — glitchy as the tech may be.