Justin Dawes

Justin is Skift's Travel Tech Reporter, where he covers the way to the future of global travel industry. Prior, he was a tech reporter for American City Business Journals in Albany. A Michigan native, Justin is living as a digital nomad for now. Work aside, Justin has a passion for travel, writing, arts, food, and culture.

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Startups

13 Travel Startups Raise $600 Million in 2 Weeks

Twelve’s massive total fundraise of $645 million shows that the company is positioning itself for a future where alternative jet fuels aren’t just trendy, but essential. Skift has now reported 16 travel startups that have raised over $100 million so far this year.

Justin Dawes | 2 months ago

Startups

Mews Secures $100 Million Loan for More M&A: ‘The Market Is Ripe for Consolidation’

The hotel tech market is ripe for consolidation, and Mews wants to take advantage.

Justin Dawes | 2 months ago

Travel Technology

Ray-Ban Meta Smart Glasses: Live AI-Powered Voice Translation Is Coming

We haven't been able to test Meta's live translation, so we can't say how seamless it will be. But development of these products is coming fast.

Justin Dawes | 2 months ago

Travel Technology

11 Travel Tech Acquisitions in 3 Months — See the List

With backing from private equity and venture capital, multiple travel tech companies have said this year that more acquisitions are coming.

Justin Dawes | 2 months ago

Startups

Airbnb CEO Brian Chesky: ‘I Never Called it Founder Mode’

Airbnb CEO Brian Chesky gave a talk that led to some controversy in Silicon Valley. He clarified his thoughts in one area and doubled down in another.

Justin Dawes | 2 months ago

Experiences

Where Certares Plans to Invest Hundreds of Millions of Dollars

There is huge untapped potential in getting Americans to travel to Europe or the Middle East for lower prices on high-tech wellness services.

Justin Dawes, Skift | 2 months ago

Online Travel

New Expedia CEO: Building Vrbo, Loyalty, and AI Tools

Some parts of Expedia Group took a hit during its recently completed tech migration, and now the new CEO is focused on rebuilding and more.

Justin Dawes | 2 months ago

Short-Term Rentals

Airbnb’s Future: Not Just Short-Term Rentals, Not Just Travel

Airbnb CEO Brian Chesky wants to make billions of dollars from new lines of business — and they may not all be focused on travel.

Justin Dawes | 2 months ago

Online Travel

Booking Holdings CEO: Competition with Airbnb and Growing Short-Term Rentals

Booking Holdings now has 7.8 million short-term rental listings worldwide, but not enough in the U.S. That's an opportunity, the CEO said.

Justin Dawes | 2 months ago

Travel Technology

Mindtrip Raises $12 Million in Tough Funding Environment for AI Trip Planners

There’s no question that travel search is changing with generative AI, but the jury is out on who the big winners will be. Mindtrip is jumping onboard as travel companies attempt to seize the opportunity.

Justin Dawes | 2 months ago