ToursByLocals snaps up its first funding, C$33M, to link sightseers with guides globally

The tours and experiences market is projected to be worth $183 billion this...


Jungle Ventures closes US$175M of third fund, targets US$220M

Singapore-based Jungle Ventures is expecting its third fund to be oversubscribed...


Travel startups are taking off

The second wave of Internet-era travel companies has captured the attention of...


Expedia acquires Pillow and ApartmentJet to conquer the short-term rental market

Travel booking site Expedia wants to better compete with Airbnb.


Sick of managing your Airbnb? Vacasa raises $64M to do it for you

Airbnbing can be a ton of work. Between key pickups, tidying, and maintenance...


August can now generate smart entry codes for Airbnb guests

August Lock is getting into the homesharing industry, making the process of...


GuestReady raises US$700K to help Airbnb hosts manage their property

It will use the newly-raised capital to fund product development and hiring...