Travel Startups and Innovation News

PhocusWire's in-depth coverage of the startups in the travel, tourism and hospitality industry, featuring news, analysis, interviews, research and more.

Startups are a powerful force driving innovation across the travel industry—from AI-driven personalization and fintech solutions to next-gen mobility and booking platforms. PhocusWire delivers the most relevant travel startups and innovation news, spotlighting emerging companies that are rethinking the way people search, book, and experience travel.

Emerging travel startups and innovations driving the industry forward

Our coverage highlights breakthrough ideas, early-stage funding rounds, and strategic partnerships that bring fresh energy to the travel ecosystem. Whether it's reshaping trip planning, optimizing operations, or solving pain points across the journey, travel startups are challenging incumbents and building the future of travel with agility and purpose.

Hot 25 Startups 2019: TripTech
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Hot 25 Startups 2019: TripTech
By PhocusWire | November 12, 2018
Hot 25 Startups 2019: VoyHoy
Interview / Startups
Hot 25 Startups 2019: VoyHoy
By PhocusWire | November 12, 2018
Welcome to the Hot 25 Startups for 2019
News / Startups
Welcome to the Hot 25 Startups for 2019
By PhocusWire and Voyager HQ | November 12, 2018
Startups are the lifeblood of any industry. Technology, innovation and progress are made possible due... Read More
Here they are: Summit and Launch innovators at The Phocuswright Conference 2018
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Here they are: Summit and Launch innovators at The Phocuswright Conference 2018
By PhocusWire | November 9, 2018
The Phocuswright Conference exists to gather company leaders on its Center Stage - but it also gives... Read More
Hotelmize unlocks $3.8M in funding, plans local offices
News / Technology
Hotelmize unlocks $3.8M in funding, plans local offices
By Linda Fox | November 9, 2018
Hotelmize, a startup that optimizes profit for bed banks, wholesalers and travel agents, has raised... Read More
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TripActions raises $154M to boost R&D, claims unicorn status
By Linda Fox | November 8, 2018
TripActions, a corporate travel management startup, has raised $154 million in Series C funding,... Read More
Startup Stage Alpacr
Interview / Startups
STARTUP STAGE: Alpacr aims to create a social platform for avid travelers
By Mitra Sorrells | November 8, 2018
Founded in January 2017, Alpacr wants to serve as a digital diary for travelers, allowing them to... Read More
TravelgateX snaps up REVVA to improve business intelligence tools
News / Technology
TravelgateX snaps up REVVA to improve business intelligence tools
By Linda Fox | November 6, 2018
TravelgateX, a travel connectivity specialist, has acquired revenue management and business... Read More
STARTUP STAGE: BedLinker plots distribution for hotels and marketplace for travel agents
Interview / Startups
STARTUP STAGE: BedLinker plots distribution for hotels and marketplace for travel agents
By Linda Fox | November 2, 2018
Founded in December 2017, there are two parts to the startup: BedLinker, a B2B marketplace for travel... Read More
Freebird looks to consumer channels following $8M investment
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Freebird looks to consumer channels following $8M investment
By Linda Fox | October 31, 2018
Freebird announces $8 million in series A funding.... Read More
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