TravelPerk
Series E in 2025
TravelPerk is a comprehensive platform designed to streamline business travel management by consolidating booking, reporting, and support into a single solution. The platform offers a diverse selection of travel options, including flights, hotels, and car rentals, which allows users to book their travel easily while adhering to company policies. It features an automated system that integrates customer service, reporting tools, and expense management capabilities, enabling organizations to oversee their travel arrangements effectively. Additionally, TravelPerk's technology facilitates the enforcement of travel policies, cost control, and data analysis, ultimately simplifying the travel planning process for businesses and their employees.
Safara
Venture Round in 2024
Safara is a membership-based service designed to transform how travelers book accommodations. The company caters to frequent travelers by offering a platform that simplifies hotel booking while providing cashback rewards on each reservation. Users earn cashback that can be applied toward future travel bookings, allowing for significant savings on subsequent trips. This cashback is available instantly and can be used without restrictions, making it a flexible option for travelers. By facilitating affordable travel through a points-based system, Safara aims to enhance the travel experience, enabling users to enjoy more rewarding and cost-effective journeys. The company is supported by prominent investors, including Sequoia Capital and Thayer Ventures.
Tourlane GmbH is an online travel consulting and booking platform based in Berlin, Germany, founded in 2016. It specializes in facilitating the planning and booking of personalized, multi-day tours across more than 30 countries. The platform connects travelers with pre-selected travel specialists, offering a user-friendly experience that combines technology and expert advice. Tourlane's software provides real-time pricing, availability, and instant trip visualization, allowing users to customize their itineraries easily. By integrating various travel services such as flights, accommodations, tours, and activities, Tourlane streamlines the travel planning process, enabling clients to create unique adventures tailored to their preferences.
Atlys
Venture Round in 2023
Atlys is a technology company specializing in software solutions tailored for businesses. Their offerings include tools for project management, collaboration, data analytics, and automation, aiming to enhance operational efficiency and facilitate data-driven decision-making. Notably, Atlys has developed a visa application platform that simplifies the process for travelers by providing personalized guidance, document scanning, real-time status updates, thereby saving time and reducing stress.
Safara is a membership-based service designed to transform how travelers book accommodations. The company caters to frequent travelers by offering a platform that simplifies hotel booking while providing cashback rewards on each reservation. Users earn cashback that can be applied toward future travel bookings, allowing for significant savings on subsequent trips. This cashback is available instantly and can be used without restrictions, making it a flexible option for travelers. By facilitating affordable travel through a points-based system, Safara aims to enhance the travel experience, enabling users to enjoy more rewarding and cost-effective journeys. The company is supported by prominent investors, including Sequoia Capital and Thayer Ventures.
This One
Seed Round in 2022
This One is an online discovery engine designed to help individuals find movies tailored to their personal preferences. The platform employs responsible algorithms to match users with films that align with their tastes, ensuring that the recommendations are timely and relevant. In addition to movies, This One also assists users in discovering music and travel destinations that suit their interests, providing a comprehensive approach to entertainment and leisure. By focusing on individual preferences, the service aims to enhance the user experience and make it easier for people to access media that resonates with their moods and desires.
Pace is a UK-based technology company established in 2017, specializing in two distinct platforms. Its primary business is a revenue management solution for the hospitality industry, specifically designed for hotels and hostels. This platform employs machine learning and proprietary algorithms to provide real-time forecasting, price sensitivity analysis, and automation, enabling hotels to optimize pricing and occupancy. Additionally, Pace operates a mental health and social wellness platform, collaborating with skilled professionals to facilitate emotional connection and support through innovative group therapy solutions.
Pace is a UK-based technology company established in 2017, specializing in two distinct platforms. Its primary business is a revenue management solution for the hospitality industry, specifically designed for hotels and hostels. This platform employs machine learning and proprietary algorithms to provide real-time forecasting, price sensitivity analysis, and automation, enabling hotels to optimize pricing and occupancy. Additionally, Pace operates a mental health and social wellness platform, collaborating with skilled professionals to facilitate emotional connection and support through innovative group therapy solutions.
Tourlane GmbH is an online travel consulting and booking platform based in Berlin, Germany, founded in 2016. It specializes in facilitating the planning and booking of personalized, multi-day tours across more than 30 countries. The platform connects travelers with pre-selected travel specialists, offering a user-friendly experience that combines technology and expert advice. Tourlane's software provides real-time pricing, availability, and instant trip visualization, allowing users to customize their itineraries easily. By integrating various travel services such as flights, accommodations, tours, and activities, Tourlane streamlines the travel planning process, enabling clients to create unique adventures tailored to their preferences.
Insider is a growth management platform that assists digital marketers in optimizing their strategies across the entire marketing funnel, from acquisition to retention and revenue generation. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Singapore, the company utilizes advanced artificial intelligence and machine learning technologies to provide real-time predictive segmentation. This enables marketers to create personalized customer journeys across various channels, including web, mobile, and advertising platforms. Insider's unified data layer simplifies implementation and usage, reducing reliance on complex IT integrations. The platform is designed to minimize marketing waste by enhancing cross-channel customer experiences and optimizing return on ad spend. With a focus on delivering insights that enhance personalization efforts, Insider serves a diverse range of industries, including retail, finance, automotive, and travel, and has established a global presence with offices in multiple countries.
Trell is a community-based platform for discovering lifestyles through videos in Indian Languages. It enables people to create visual collections of their lifestyle experiences. The community shares new ideas, experiences, and product recommendations with each other in multiple Indian languages and over 7 different lifestyle categories including Fashion, Beauty, Movies & TV Series, Recipes, Travel & Personal Care. 100M + users create around 5M+ visual & textual blogs that get over 10 Billion views on the app every month.
Tourlane GmbH is an online travel consulting and booking platform based in Berlin, Germany, founded in 2016. It specializes in facilitating the planning and booking of personalized, multi-day tours across more than 30 countries. The platform connects travelers with pre-selected travel specialists, offering a user-friendly experience that combines technology and expert advice. Tourlane's software provides real-time pricing, availability, and instant trip visualization, allowing users to customize their itineraries easily. By integrating various travel services such as flights, accommodations, tours, and activities, Tourlane streamlines the travel planning process, enabling clients to create unique adventures tailored to their preferences.
Flynote
Seed Round in 2019
Flynote operates an online travel booking platform that connects travelers with destination planners and experts through instant chat. The platform allows users to plan and book tailored trips by providing access to destination-specific itineraries, local attractions, customized tours, and arrangements for accommodation and transportation. By offering comprehensive choices that align with individual interests and travel preferences, Flynote aims to enhance the travel experience and ensure users can find the best deals for their journeys.
Tourlane GmbH is an online travel consulting and booking platform based in Berlin, Germany, founded in 2016. It specializes in facilitating the planning and booking of personalized, multi-day tours across more than 30 countries. The platform connects travelers with pre-selected travel specialists, offering a user-friendly experience that combines technology and expert advice. Tourlane's software provides real-time pricing, availability, and instant trip visualization, allowing users to customize their itineraries easily. By integrating various travel services such as flights, accommodations, tours, and activities, Tourlane streamlines the travel planning process, enabling clients to create unique adventures tailored to their preferences.
DAILYHOTEL
Series C in 2018
DAILYHOTEL is a lifestyle technology enabler that provides affordable access to quality experiences in accommodation, dining and travel offerings through its mobile platform. They focus on transaction through mobile app only, selling more than 100,000 room every month on average in just South Korea alone. In 2017 March, they have reached over 7million downloads for their app.
Airbnb, Inc., established in 2007, operates a global online platform that connects hosts offering accommodations with guests seeking short-term stays. Its diverse listings range from private rooms and luxury villas to unique stays and boutique hotels, totaling over 8 million active listings worldwide. Airbnb facilitates bookings and provides management tools for both hosts and guests, generating revenue through transaction fees. As of 2023, North America contributes to 50% of its revenue.
Traveloka
Venture Round in 2017
Traveloka is an online travel aggregator based in Indonesia, primarily focused on helping customers search for and book various travel options. It operates a comprehensive platform that enables users to compare and book flights, hotels, villas, apartments, transportation, tours, holiday packages, and activities. By providing a user-friendly search engine, Traveloka aims to simplify the travel planning process, allowing individuals to find accommodations and tickets that meet their specific needs. The company has expanded its operations to six countries and continues to explore new initiatives to enhance its impact in the travel industry.
Airbnb, Inc., established in 2007, operates a global online platform that connects hosts offering accommodations with guests seeking short-term stays. Its diverse listings range from private rooms and luxury villas to unique stays and boutique hotels, totaling over 8 million active listings worldwide. Airbnb facilitates bookings and provides management tools for both hosts and guests, generating revenue through transaction fees. As of 2023, North America contributes to 50% of its revenue.
DAILYHOTEL
Venture Round in 2015
DAILYHOTEL is a lifestyle technology enabler that provides affordable access to quality experiences in accommodation, dining and travel offerings through its mobile platform. They focus on transaction through mobile app only, selling more than 100,000 room every month on average in just South Korea alone. In 2017 March, they have reached over 7million downloads for their app.
Airbnb, Inc., established in 2007, operates a global online platform that connects hosts offering accommodations with guests seeking short-term stays. Its diverse listings range from private rooms and luxury villas to unique stays and boutique hotels, totaling over 8 million active listings worldwide. Airbnb facilitates bookings and provides management tools for both hosts and guests, generating revenue through transaction fees. As of 2023, North America contributes to 50% of its revenue.
StayZilla
Series B in 2015
Stayzilla is an online marketplace in India specializing in short-term travel accommodations. The platform offers a diverse range of lodging options, including hotels, lodges, homestays, and guesthouses, aiming to cater to various customer preferences and budgets, from ultra-low-cost rooms to luxury stays. With a presence in over 1,100 cities and more than 17,000 listings, Stayzilla provides travelers with extensive choices across the country. Homeowners can list their properties on the platform, facilitating a seamless connection between property owners and travelers seeking unique stays in approximately 4,000 towns throughout India.
Trippy, Inc. is a travel-focused online platform founded in 2011 and based in Chicago, Illinois. It serves as a question-and-answer community where travelers can seek advice and share experiences about various destinations. The platform encourages collaboration among users, enabling them to ask about accommodations, attractions, and activities while providing a space to share their personal travel stories. Trippy aims to foster a sense of community and inspire users through shared knowledge, enhancing the travel experience for its members. The company was established by J.R. Johnson and a team experienced in the travel sector, having previously grown VirtualTourist.com and OneTime.com before their acquisition by Expedia in 2008.
Airbnb, Inc., established in 2007, operates a global online platform that connects hosts offering accommodations with guests seeking short-term stays. Its diverse listings range from private rooms and luxury villas to unique stays and boutique hotels, totaling over 8 million active listings worldwide. Airbnb facilitates bookings and provides management tools for both hosts and guests, generating revenue through transaction fees. As of 2023, North America contributes to 50% of its revenue.
Airbnb, Inc., established in 2007, operates a global online platform that connects hosts offering accommodations with guests seeking short-term stays. Its diverse listings range from private rooms and luxury villas to unique stays and boutique hotels, totaling over 8 million active listings worldwide. Airbnb facilitates bookings and provides management tools for both hosts and guests, generating revenue through transaction fees. As of 2023, North America contributes to 50% of its revenue.
Skyscanner
Venture Round in 2013
Skyscanner, established in 2001 and headquartered in Edinburgh, UK, operates a global travel search platform. It offers users instant online comparisons for millions of flights, hotels, and car hire options, enabling them to find and book the best deals from various travel providers. Skyscanner serves the travel, tourism, and hospitality industries, with offices in the UK, Singapore, Spain, China, the US, Hungary, and Bulgaria.
Decolar.com
Venture Round in 2012
Decolar.com is an online travel agency that offers complete travel services, including tickets, tour packages, accommodation, and car rental. Since 1999, more than 2,000,000 people have bought their air tickets through this platform. Decolar.com is present in 21 countries, including Argentina, the U.S., and Spain. It has a partnership of more than 500 airlines and 150,000 hotels worldwide. When purchasing an airline ticket or travel package, Decolar.com’s customers also receive discounts at restaurants and shops in the chosen destination, plus 10% discount on purchases in Duty Free. Decolar.com was launched in 1999 and is based in Guarulhos, Sao Paulo.
Despegar
Venture Round in 2012
Despegar is an online travel agency that specializes in the Portuguese and Spanish-speaking markets, providing services for both leisure and corporate travelers. Founded in 1999 and headquartered in Miami, Florida, the company enables users to research travel options, check flight availability, and make reservations for flights, hotels, and car rentals through its platform. Despegar also offers various travel-related services, including vacation packages and access to airlines and accommodation options. The company operates in several countries, including Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Mexico, Uruguay, Venezuela, Spain, and the United States, aiming to facilitate unique travel experiences for its customers.
Trippy
Venture Round in 2011
Trippy, Inc. is a travel-focused online platform founded in 2011 and based in Chicago, Illinois. It serves as a question-and-answer community where travelers can seek advice and share experiences about various destinations. The platform encourages collaboration among users, enabling them to ask about accommodations, attractions, and activities while providing a space to share their personal travel stories. Trippy aims to foster a sense of community and inspire users through shared knowledge, enhancing the travel experience for its members. The company was established by J.R. Johnson and a team experienced in the travel sector, having previously grown VirtualTourist.com and OneTime.com before their acquisition by Expedia in 2008.
Airbnb, Inc., established in 2007, operates a global online platform that connects hosts offering accommodations with guests seeking short-term stays. Its diverse listings range from private rooms and luxury villas to unique stays and boutique hotels, totaling over 8 million active listings worldwide. Airbnb facilitates bookings and provides management tools for both hosts and guests, generating revenue through transaction fees. As of 2023, North America contributes to 50% of its revenue.
Flight Steward
Seed Round in 2011
Flight Steward (航班管家) is a Chinese mobile application that offers one-stop travel services that include flight delay fixes, flight tickets, hotel reservations, mobile check-in, and airport information navigation. The application also supports the real-time inquiry and purchase of domestic flight tickets and various online modes of payment like Unionpay and Alipay. Passengers can subscribe to dynamic flight information to timely learn real-time information like flight delay and cancellation, so as to arrange their itineraries accordingly. The product’s user base exceeded 1 million in early 2010. Flight Steward obtained $ 5 million from Sequoia Capital in a Series A financing in 2011, and nearly $15 million from Matrix Partners China and Greylock in the Series B financing. By 2013, Flight Steward has become the most comprehensive platform for premium class ticket bookings in China.
Airbnb, Inc., established in 2007, operates a global online platform that connects hosts offering accommodations with guests seeking short-term stays. Its diverse listings range from private rooms and luxury villas to unique stays and boutique hotels, totaling over 8 million active listings worldwide. Airbnb facilitates bookings and provides management tools for both hosts and guests, generating revenue through transaction fees. As of 2023, North America contributes to 50% of its revenue.
Airbnb, Inc., established in 2007, operates a global online platform that connects hosts offering accommodations with guests seeking short-term stays. Its diverse listings range from private rooms and luxury villas to unique stays and boutique hotels, totaling over 8 million active listings worldwide. Airbnb facilitates bookings and provides management tools for both hosts and guests, generating revenue through transaction fees. As of 2023, North America contributes to 50% of its revenue.
KAYAK is a global leader in travel search, empowering millions of travelers to make informed decisions. Since its 2004 inception in the US, KAYAK has expanded to over 60 countries, offering a comprehensive platform that compares prices from hundreds of travel websites for flights, hotels, rental cars, and vacation packages. Its suite of tools includes KAYAK Trips, Explore, and Price Forecast. KAYAK also manages a portfolio of metasearch brands, processing over 6 billion queries annually. The company, now part of Booking Holdings Inc., was founded by industry veterans including Steve Hafner, Paul English, Terrell Jones, and Greg Slyngstad.
Travelguru
Venture Round in 2006
Travelguru is an Indian online travel portal that facilitates users in planning and booking their travel arrangements. The platform allows customers to search for and book flights, hotels, and holiday packages both within India and internationally. By providing a comprehensive suite of services, Travelguru aims to simplify the travel planning process for its users, ensuring access to a variety of options for their travel needs.
The Times Of India
Venture Round in 2006
The Times of India is an English language daily newspaper with a national circulation, published in Mumbai, Ahmedabad, and Delhi. Covering a wide range of topics such as business, technology, sports, entertainment, travel, and real estate, the newspaper traces its origins back to 1838 when it was known as The Bombay Times and Journal of Commerce. Originally catering to the British residents of western India, the publication transitioned to a daily format in 1851 and was eventually renamed The Times of India in 1861.
KAYAK is a global leader in travel search, empowering millions of travelers to make informed decisions. Since its 2004 inception in the US, KAYAK has expanded to over 60 countries, offering a comprehensive platform that compares prices from hundreds of travel websites for flights, hotels, rental cars, and vacation packages. Its suite of tools includes KAYAK Trips, Explore, and Price Forecast. KAYAK also manages a portfolio of metasearch brands, processing over 6 billion queries annually. The company, now part of Booking Holdings Inc., was founded by industry veterans including Steve Hafner, Paul English, Terrell Jones, and Greg Slyngstad.