Start-Up Chile

Wheel the World Inc. is a travel service provider focused on creating accessible travel experiences for individuals with disabilities, their friends, and families. Founded in 2017 and based in Berkeley, California, the company operates an online platform that offers a range of services, including destination information, tour packages, activities, and accommodations. By utilizing a crowdsourced Accessibility Mapping System, Wheel the World collects extensive data about travel operators worldwide, providing over 250 data points per listing to ensure users have the necessary accessibility information when making booking decisions. The company aims to empower millions of people with disabilities to explore the world with confidence while promoting inclusive tourism in a significantly underserved market.

I’m Tatiana Rihan, founder of Konzup, a company offering AI-powered travel insights and a smart itinerary generation platform. We have two key tools: Konzup Rio, which leverages data intelligence to transform the tourism experience in Rio de Janeiro, and encantadordeturistas.com, an AI-driven platform that quickly creates online ads for TikTok Ads, Meta Ads, Google Ads, LinkedIn Ads, and more. Our technology generates tailored copy, images, and videos based on your business brief. With over a year of training using local data, our "Carioca AI" provides strategic insights that help businesses attract more visitors and increase sales. Additionally, we offer intelligent itinerary generation, personalized to suit various interests such as cinematic tourism, dark tourism, literary experiences, and more. Our system only features the most up-to-date information: new attractions are guaranteed, and closed venues are filtered out. While we operate in Portuguese, we are well-positioned to support global companies targeting Rio de Janeiro as a prime destination. The Rio de Janeiro City Tourism Department endorses Konzup Rio. I’ve also participated in acceleration programs such as Start-Up Chile, Seed MG, and the Singapore Tourism Accelerator, always focused on creating lasting impact within the tourism sector.

Keteka is an online tours and activities marketplace that lets travelers book unique, safe and authentic, tours with validated local guides from developing communities, offering dignified economic opportunity for local communities and life-changing experiences for travelers. Keteka was founded by two Peace Corps volunteers focused on helping rural and indigenous communities in Panama actually benefit from tourism. Kyle and Jack recognized that there were thousands of local guides and communities that needed, but lacked, direct access to travelers. At the same time, there were millions of travelers searching for off the beaten path experiences, yet lacked an easy way to find and book them. Eventually, by leveraging their connection to the Peace Corps Network, they began onboarding previously marginalized guides and communities, and offering travel experiences to a small group of friends and fam

TourNative helps tourists reach natives and share a true and organic local experience – creating jobs locally and connecting people worldwide. Tired of touristy things when you travel? Get a local to offer you a unique tour or experience. Think of TourNative as an uber or airbnb for local tours and experiences. It's insured and is available on desktop, tablet and as an app on iOS & Android.

Pinocular was made for travelers by travelers. After working in Silicon Valley long enough the founders began going outside more often. Their doctors were pleased to see their vitamin D levels stabilize, and they felt better, too. They decided to visit hot spots like Hawaii, and took up surfing, scuba diving, and other activities. They began to visit museums, they learned how to sing and dance, got married and started families. In short, they began to work to live rather than live to work. One of the best decisions they made – as it lead to their purchase of vacation homes that they rent out when not using them. After a while they wanted to share their love for travel with others – and to help vacation rental owners like themselves at the same time. So they created Pinocular, where vacation rental owners rent out their homes to travelers looking to do what they love while on vacation.

Sighter Limited, based in Dublin, Ireland, is a developer of a photography-based mobile game that combines elements of treasure hunting with urban exploration. Founded in 2013, the app allows users to engage in a playful experience as they take and share photos of interesting sights, effectively turning sightseeing into a game. Designed for travelers, families, and those who enjoy outdoor activities with a smartphone, Sighter offers a unique blend of social interaction and exploration. The application serves as an enterprise platform for the tourism and events industries, enhancing the experience for tourists and event attendees through gamification. Sighter has garnered recognition through various startup competitions and accelerators, establishing itself within the tech and tourism sectors.

Viajala helps millions of Latin American travelers search the most exhaustive inventory of local airlines and online travel agencies.

Worldrat is an online platform based in Peru that focuses on alternative tourism. It operates as a web and mobile application, allowing users to create unique travel routes and discover various destinations worldwide. The platform emphasizes social travel content, enabling tourists to share their experiences and insights about different places. By facilitating the exploration of diverse tourism options, Worldrat aims to enhance the travel experience for its users.

Expediciones.mx is an online platform that facilitates the booking of nature and adventure travel experiences. By connecting various tour operators, the platform simplifies the search and purchasing process for customers interested in adventurous trips. It aims to provide a safe and user-friendly environment for travelers looking to explore outdoor activities and natural landscapes.

Sinbad Travel is an online travel club that focuses on vacation rentals in Latin America. It has registered around 18,000 users who can explore a diverse range of over 1,200 accommodations. The platform serves as a social network for travelers, facilitating connections and sharing experiences related to vacation rentals in the region.

Touristlink.com is the social platform for travel. Travel is all about new experiences. No matter where you're going, Touristlink gives you opportunity to get a real feel of the culture. Meet up with a local for a coffee or beer, find travel companions to share the journey, or if you want arrange a tour with an independent guide.

OneSeed Expeditions is a travel agency dedicated to creating meaningful travel experiences through trekking and multi-sport adventures globally. The company emphasizes the importance of investing in people by providing professional training and equitable employment opportunities for guides and porters. By partnering with local communities, OneSeed ensures that tourism benefits local economies, offering guides, porters, and entrepreneurs a stable source of income. This approach not only enhances the travel experience but also fosters sustainable practices that support local development.

1d4 Pty is an Australian Proprietary Company. It also offers a website known as Immortal outdoors. It is focused on outdoor information such as camping grounds and other outdoor locations for leisure and sports activities. 1d4 Pty is based in Australia.

Kuotus makes it possible to sell tours and activities the same way flights and accommodation are sold. It's a reservation management system for local tour providers that also connects them in real time with multiple sales channels, be it online travel outlets or hotels and hostels

Localguiding is a platform that facilitates the booking of unique tours and local activities across hundreds of cities worldwide. It connects users with local guides who offer personalized experiences, allowing travelers to explore destinations in a more authentic way. The platform enables users to browse various tours and activities online, providing a comprehensive selection for different interests. Additionally, Localguiding allows individuals to offer their own unique experiences, creating opportunities for local guides to share their knowledge and insights with visitors. This approach not only enhances the travel experience but also supports local economies by promoting community engagement.

Frontierre is something that is not explored … yet. The last and farthermost limit of knowledge or settlement beyond which lies the vast, wild and unknown. Frontierre is the new found land for the first-comers and adventurous. This is what Frontierre is all about- your springboard into new ventures, experiences, friendships and alliances across distances and cultures. Frontierre is the new found land of social eMarket, connecting travellers and Travel and Tourism organisations and powered by the two forces: social network and eMarket. With our family and friends scattered all over the world, we have long dreamt of a consolidated web platform that will make it possible to plan the entire travel, including places to stay and visit, in one go. To get to see and meet local people and explore local tourism opportunities. To share the experiences with our old friends and keep connections with the new ones that we meet on our journeys. To get inspired, and importantly, to connect to service providers directly to get better deals surpassing the intermediaries and language barriers. Equally the T&T industry is seeking to improve and increase direct contact with their customers, as well as direct booking and marketing. To streamline their information and channel it towards their guests, uplift and maintain customer loyalty and satisfaction. Reach out to new audiences. Ultimately- to get closer and more social with travellers. On Frontierre travellers and T&T organisations and businesses are equals in their social interaction with each other, pursuing the common goal of discovering and providing better, unique travel deals and opportunities. The vision is to have all sorts of T&T organisations onboard – national tourism organisations and consulates, hotels, B&Bs and hostels, restaurants and cafes, museums and clubs, local guides and global travel guide services and databases interacting casually and socially with various travellers. Frontierre is all about direct information sharing and connectivity in the pursuit of global travelling and tourism.

WeHostels is a mobile application designed for young and budget-conscious travelers seeking affordable accommodations worldwide. The app simplifies the booking process for hostels and hotels by allowing users to view potential roommates and their profiles before making a reservation. This feature fosters a social and engaging experience, enabling travelers to connect with each other directly through the platform. By focusing on value and community, WeHostels enhances the travel experience for those looking for budget-friendly options while facilitating connections among like-minded individuals.

CruiseWise is an online platform that simplifies the cruise booking process by providing users with comprehensive information about various cruise options. Founded in 2010 by Amit Aharoni, Steve Davis, and Nicolas Meunier, the company addresses the challenges faced by the cruise industry, particularly during periods of decreased bookings. CruiseWise allows customers to compare prices, routes, and cabin choices across multiple cruise lines, ensuring transparency by displaying the total cost for the cruise, including taxes, based on the number of passengers. The platform features detailed data on ship sizes, service levels, and construction dates, along with photos of cabins and entertainment facilities, all designed to enhance the user experience without overwhelming potential travelers.