In-flight Wi-Fi is one of the best aspects of modern air travel -- even though it's far slower than what you'd get from a 4G LTE smartphone or a typical home broadband connection. But that could all change in a few years.
WeHostels responds to high international demand by adding four new languages and two new currencies into its mobile app for booking budget accommodation.
Last-minute hotel booking app HotelTonight adds a user-generated photo review feature, as well as a price guarantee.
AnyRoad's platform gives local tour guides the opportunity to build a business online and connect with travelers seeking more authentic experiences.
Travel startup GetYourGuide announced today the purchase of Gidsy, an online community that connected local experts to people looking for unique experiences.
GetGoing already caught our eye with its clever “Pick Two, Get One” deals. Now the company is back with FlightFinder, which finds travelers more ways to save on airline tickets.
Flightcar will not only give you free parking at the airport, but will pay you to rent out your car while you're gone. The company got $5.5 million in its first round of funding today.
Popular travel advice and booking site TripAdvisor has acquired luxury travel site Jetsetter from Gilt Groupe for an undisclosed sum.
Chargerback's software streamlines the lost-and-found process to help hospitality businesses get your stuff back to you.
Online hotel booking service Ostrovok nabs $25 million from General Catalyst, Accel Partners, and Yuri Milner to become the top Internet travel company in the Russian-speaking world.
Kayak's most recent data pull yields the best flight deals, busiest airports, and most popular destinations, and provides tips on how to save money on travel.
Just days after the Avis officially acquires Zipcar, a small number of zipcars pop up at NYC regional airports.
A handful of investment firms: "Here's $11 million!" Oktogo: "Spasiba!"
Guest Post As people plan for the year ahead, it is the peak time to make travel reservations. Keynote Systems takes a look at how well travel startups perform across three-screens.
Wikivoyage officially launched today, a global, community-generated, non-commercial travel guide.
Judge Gary Chang ruled on Friday that online booking sites owe the state of Hawaii for over a decade of unpaid taxes.
Siri's itchy-footed sister Desti takes an additional $1 million to add more users and regions into her database.
Travel activity booking site GetYourGuide raises $14 million in its first round of funding.
Hotel search engine Room 77 raises $30.3 million in its third round of funding.
Nervous about getting home safe on the busiest night of the year, New Year's Eve? If you decide to forgo a traditional taxi cab, there are myriad options to choose from. But be warned, many of these novel ride-sharing services have already issued warnings that prices will be sky-high.
