by Velocity Ventures | Mar 9, 2026 | Newsletters
On 26 February, Velocity Ventures hosted its fifth Annual Investor Meeting (AIM) 2026, bringing together investors, founders, and partners from across the global Travel & Hospitality ecosystem. The event served both as a milestone of reflection and a...
by Velocity Ventures | Dec 9, 2025 | Newsletters
Travel personalization used to be a luxury. A special touch that wowed guests. Today, it’s a baseline expectation and a matter of survival. Imagine a frequent traveller who opens a hotel app to find their favourite room fragrance pre-set, a spa appointment suggested...
by Velocity Ventures | Nov 3, 2025 | Newsletters
Personalization has gone from buzzword to baseline in travel and hospitality. The industry has been told to “personalize or perish,” and by 2025 it’s no longer optional, it’s table stakes. Travelers are seeking unique journeys that align with their individual quirks...
by Velocity Ventures | Sep 25, 2025 | Newsletters
The future of independent hospitality is being reshaped, and ZUZU Hospitality is leading the charge. We are delighted to announce that ZUZU Hospitality, a Velocity Ventures portfolio company, has secured US$5.9 million in a Series B-Extension round, with participation...
by Velocity Ventures | Sep 1, 2025 | Newsletters
The Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) is pouring unprecedented investment into tourism, aiming to create the world’s most immersive travel destinations. In Saudi Arabia and the UAE especially, mega-projects like NEOM, the Red Sea resort development, Qiddiya, Yas Island,...
by Velocity Ventures | Jan 23, 2025 | Newsletters
Travel is rapidly shifting from one-size-fits-all to highly individual journeys. AI-driven platforms now analyse travellers’ behaviour, preferences and context (past trips, search history, even weather or events) to craft tailored suggestions. From ideal destinations...
