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Valle de la Luna is focused on offering astronomical tourism to observe the moon, galaxies, planets, and satellites. It also includes a tour with walks, hiking, and tasting of typical dishes of the country.

SOLO operates a mobile application that offers guides and information on travelling solo. It provides inspiration and itineraries for one person on visiting various places. SOLO was founded in 2021.

TripYeah is a technology company that specializes in optimizing travel itineraries through advanced algorithms and artificial intelligence. By evaluating numerous variables and checking various routes and online resources in real time, TripYeah's innovative system allows travel agents to create tailored itineraries that align with consumer needs and expectations. This technology streamlines the traditionally manual and time-consuming process of itinerary planning, significantly enhancing efficiency and enabling clients to provide improved service to their customers.

Access Travels offers updated, in-depth, detailed information, for all areas of accessible tourism.

Travaxy LTD operates an online travel booking platform dedicated to making travel accessible for individuals with disabilities and seniors. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Ramat Yishai, Israel, the platform is specifically designed to assist travelers who require additional support during the booking process. Travaxy offers a comprehensive range of services, including hotel and flight bookings, car rentals, and medical solutions. It also provides information about accessible attractions and venues, ensuring a seamless and enjoyable travel experience. The platform caters to various needs by offering tailored packages, at-destination services, and travel equipment rentals, all aimed at simplifying the planning and booking of accessible holidays for its users.

CityGuyd is a Fort Lauderdale-based company that leverages augmented reality technology to enhance the travel experience for tourists. Founded in 2017, its application serves as a virtual tour guide, providing users with an interactive and engaging way to explore popular destinations. The platform eliminates the need for costly personal guides and cumbersome travel materials by offering features such as social media integration, location-based content, and multi-language support. This innovative approach allows travelers to enjoy a more convenient, affordable, and exciting way to discover new places.

YOLO seeks to unite drivers who travel from one city to another with users who wish to send documents, packages, or products to the same destination as the driver. In this way, it can take advantage of the trunks and make trips more profitable.

Enable anyone, novice or experienced, to discover nature and the outdoors, through facilitating camping and other outdoors activities and services, in a simple, honest and friendly way.

Hop is a new-age digital banking platform which provides international travellers seamless and economical mechanism for exchanging money through a digital account and a multi-currency debit card with an app. We are based out of London, UK and Bangalore, India.

travelEZ a TripAdvisor-like service that connects people with accessible places. TravelEZ is proving itself to be a venture capable of improving the status quo. TravelEZ removes the guesswork and hassle of planning by crowdsourcing, gathering, and organizing accessibility information. TravelEZ will initially provide accessibility reviews for over 1,500 restaurants, bars, and cafes. Each accessibility review includes pictures, checklists, and comments on features like entrances, spaciousness, and restrooms.

Operator of a platform for booking outdoor sports guided experiences intended for fishing and adventure experience. The company's platform allows the search of thousands of trips by location, group size, target species, price, and more, focused first on the fishing and hunting verticals, plans to expand across all outdoor sports and geographies, enabling consumers to book trips easily, quickly, and safely.

ElecTrip is a travel services platform that provides eco-friendly transportation solutions throughout Texas using low operating cost electric vehicles. The company offers a seamless door-to-door travel experience with professional drivers operating Tesla Model X vehicles, which are equipped with Wi-Fi and laptop charging capabilities. This service caters to groups of up to five passengers, allowing them to work during their journey. ElecTrip's custom pick-up options significantly reduce travel times compared to traditional air travel, saving clients approximately 30 minutes in major Texas cities. Starting at $250, the service emphasizes comfort, cost-effectiveness, and efficiency, making it a competitive alternative for business and leisure travelers alike.

We know flight disruptions happen and AirAdvisor is here to help passenger get compensation easy and absolutely free. Passengers may check eligibility and instantly submit a claim for compensation up to $670 in 3 mins. We work based on a success fee of 25%, which is cheaper than the competition and allow customers to submit claims risk-free. AirAdvisor is the finalist of MassChallenge accelerator in Rhode Island, Greater Boston area (2019). Problems covered: delayed flight by 3 hours+ and cancelled flights, denied boarding/overbooking and missed connections for the last 3-6 years. Also, compensation for lost or delayed baggage. Air Advisor has offices in the Providence, RI (Greater Boston area) and Krakow, Poland and Kyiv, Ukraine. Air Advisor does not charge any upfront payment and takes all risk working based on No-Win No-Fee basis that means no risk for clients. The company gets its commission out of the compensation successfully collected for its clients. Flight compensation regulation started in EU and now extends to US, Russia, Turkey, Middle East, India and other countries.

Jamber operates as a travel web-design agency.

SeeVoov is the first and only end-to-end video based travel planning platform, offering a unique visual-based approach to digital travel. The company aims to change the way people all around the world address their trip experiences, from planning, through executing, to post-trip sharing. SeeVoov offers a social, interactive, video based trip planner, enabling people with the opportunity to start enjoying their trip experience right from the planning process. Our offering encompasses both a user facing end-to-end interface (B2C), as well as unique B2B cooperation with airlines, cruise-lines, OTA's, and TV broadcast networks, integrating the platform (white labeled) into their own business offering (website, apps, on-board screes, smart TV's). This enables such partners to expand their product & service offering, enhancing customer engagement & loyalty, providing valuable user data and additional revenue streams. SeeVoov is changing the entire perception of the planning cycle from a lonely, tedious task, into a fun, exciting and time effective activity one can do together with family and friends!

Traive Inc. operates an online lending platform that connects farmers with lenders, facilitating access to credit in the agricultural sector. Established in 2018 and headquartered in Saint Paul, Minnesota, with additional offices in São Paulo, Minneapolis, and Boston, Traive employs machine learning and big data to assess credit risk. The platform evaluates farmers' credit profiles using a comprehensive approach that goes beyond traditional credit scores, incorporating factors such as agronomic performance and market risks. This innovative analysis provides lenders with a diversified portfolio of borrowers while offering farmers more affordable funding options and reducing bureaucratic hurdles. By leveraging advanced technology, Traive aims to enhance financial accessibility within the agricultural industry.

TripAfrique is an online travel platform founded in 2016 and based in France, specializing in transportation across Africa. It offers users the ability to book tickets for various modes of transport, including buses, flights, trains, and ferries, while also providing accommodation options. The platform has emerged as the only pan-African service of its kind, facilitating travel for both local and international travelers. TripAfrique's innovative approach leverages mobile money technology to enhance the travel experience and modernize the infrastructure of transport companies. With a team of 13 dedicated professionals operating across Europe and Africa, the company has expanded its reach significantly, covering over 500 transport routes daily. Recognized for its potential, TripAfrique has participated in prestigious incubator programs and has been acknowledged among the top African startups to watch. The platform aims to simplify travel by offering transparent comparisons of ticket prices and discounts, ultimately saving users time and money.

FLYLA GmbH, founded in 2018 and based in Munich, Germany, specializes in providing online booking solutions for last-minute flight tickets, specifically targeting students. The platform aims to enhance the capacity utilization of international airlines by offering affordable travel options to those enrolled in universities. By simplifying travel arrangements, FLYLA enables users to easily access deals tailored for students, facilitating bookings through an online payment system. This approach addresses the financial challenges faced by students and youth in securing affordable air travel.

Walkli is a platform that consolidates the experiences of locals, travel professionals, and fellow travelers to assist users in planning their activities and destinations during travel. By offering guided walking routes and sharing sightseeing maps, Walkli aims to modernize urban exploration and provide a social approach to travel planning. This service enables users to discover what to do and where to go upon their arrival at various travel locations, enhancing their overall travel experience.

tripBuddy is a carpooling platform that connects commuters together

Air Doctor Ltd. operates an online marketplace that connects travelers with verified medical practitioners while they are abroad. Founded in 2016 and based in Motza Illit, Israel, the platform allows users to easily find and book appointments with a diverse range of healthcare providers, including doctors, dentists, emergency clinics, pharmacies, and labs. By providing access to thousands of trusted professionals across various specialties, Air Doctor not only facilitates medical consultations for travelers but also helps practitioners expand their visibility and clientele. This service aims to enhance the healthcare experience for individuals in unfamiliar locations by simplifying the process of finding and accessing medical care.

Penguino Travel is redesigning the travel experience to give parents the confidence to explore the world with their kids. When traveling with kids, parents face challenges from planning and packing to getting there and making the most of the experience. To feel confident, parents need detailed information about family-friendly hotels, restaurants, activities and more. The time and cost to put together life-changing travel experiences is high. Penguino is a peer-to-peer platform that connects families who want to travel to a new place with families who live there. Our platform enables local families to curate their favorite places and create recommendations. Parents who plan a trip with Penguino get a personalized itinerary with all the information they need to feel confident taking kids on an adventure. The platform includes an online store where parents can shop for travel gear, activities and essentials. The Penguino Travel platform saves families time and money while enabling them to travel the way they want to.

Shep’s browser extension-based tool provides travel programs with an easy way to capture employee bookings made on consumer travel sites, messaging employees about the travel policy, while capturing those off-channel bookings for the travel team.

FastVisa Inc. is a company that specializes in providing visa assistance to individuals seeking immigration. Established in 2016 and based in Dallas, Texas, it operates an online platform that simplifies the visa preparation process. Users can easily sign up, complete a questionnaire, and submit their forms after undergoing error checks. FastVisa offers its services to various sectors, including nonprofit organizations, higher education institutions, government agencies, law firms, and corporate human resources. The platform is designed to make immigration processes more efficient and affordable, equipping organizations with the necessary tools to assist a larger number of immigrants in their applications for legal status.

Trueke is a travel management platform that emphasizes socially responsible travel experiences. It connects travelers with non-governmental organizations (NGOs) and local communities engaged in various public welfare initiatives, such as anti-poverty campaigns, free education programs, health check-up camps, and hunger elimination efforts. Through its platform, Trueke enables travelers to immerse themselves in the community, gain new insights, and contribute to sustainable tourism that fosters economic benefits for the communities involved. By facilitating these connections, Trueke aims to create meaningful travel experiences that not only enrich the traveler but also support the development and welfare of local populations.

TRAXX includes a robust, FCC/CE certified tracking device, per-configured right off the box to work worldwide (except Korea and Japan - sorry), a great-looking app (iOS and Android) and a 2 years global data plan. It is easily mounted on every motorcycle type and can be used anywhere, you can even cross boarders with it at no extra cost.

Bussi is a transportation network that gives the possibility to transport groups in a Van, linking people with same routes. we make dynamic routes based on traffic behavior and people destination. Through a platform that gives unique user experience to people who wants to move between hard dense urban points to jobs and principal places in main cities with a mobile app. Our goal is to give an affordable cost service atmosphere with help crowdsourcing and on demand service.

Vieni is a web platform and mobile app that allows users to group their travel demand together before going to market. For example, if a group is travelling to a festival they can join others from their local area and 'group buy' a charter coach. This means the coach comes to them and takes them to their precise final destination thus reducing their overall cost and time whilst having a positive effect on the environment. From the enterprise perspective the tool also allows coach operators to signal their availability and pick up demand in what would otherwise be an empty vehicle. For example, once I have dropped off a group and have to return to the depot that is essentially a wasted journey/cost to the operator. Vieni's dynamic algorithm driven software can fill the vehicle and minimise losses to the company.

Travelling to an event is not easy for event visitors. They need to search event details, airports and train stations manually and make multiple online booking processes for different means of transportations and accommodations. This leads to repeating actions like typing in and comparing data. This problem exists, because there is no easy way for event organizers to integrate travel services for their event visitors to help them plan their trip. If event organizers want to integrate services they have to individually contact, discuss with and technically integrate several players, like Lufthansa, local hotels, train supplier and more. Event organizers register their event on Travis within minutes and receive a link that they can integrate into their website. The event visitors click on the link and are forwarded to the booking process on the Travis website for that event. They only need to provide their address and Travis searches for the best airports and train stations as well as the best flight and train connections, because Travis already knows when and where the event visitor would like to travel to. The search results can be personalised before choosing the preferred flights, train connections and hotels. In the last step event visitors can book them directly on the Travis website by only checking out once.

Vol is a mobile application available on iOS and Android that enables users to redeem their frequent flyer miles for award travel. The app simplifies the award booking process and enhances the value of users' miles by suggesting options for free travel. Founded by a CEO who has leveraged airline miles and hotel points to travel extensively at no cost, Vol aims to democratize this experience for all travelers. In addition to facilitating easy bookings, the app provides users with flight information and helps them identify available discounts for future flights, making it a valuable tool for frequent flyers seeking to optimize their travel experiences.

Bitemojo is an e-commerce application that offers self-guided culinary tours, allowing couples and small groups to explore various destinations through their local cuisine. The platform features a selection of local dishes and restaurants, providing users with insights into cultural background and information about the food they encounter. By taking biteTours, travelers not only enjoy tastings but also engage with local chefs and food vendors, enhancing their understanding of the culinary landscape. Additionally, participants can earn biteCredits during their tours, which can be redeemed for complimentary tastings, further enriching their experience.

Reroo is a mobile application that assists users in finding the most affordable train tickets by exploring alternative routes. Often likened to Skyscanner for trains, the app is particularly beneficial for students seeking cost-effective travel options. By identifying indirect routes, Reroo provides users with cheaper ticket alternatives while also offering the choice of the most direct and fastest routes. This approach enables travelers to save money on long-distance train journeys, making train travel more accessible and economical.

The Plum Guide Limited is a vacation rental company based in London, United Kingdom, that specializes in providing high-quality homes, apartments, and lofts for tourists. Established in 2015, the company employs a rigorous selection process known as The Plum Test, which evaluates each property through a combination of algorithms and expert assessments. This meticulous approach ensures that only the top 1% of homes are accepted into their portfolio. Since its launch in January 2016, The Plum Guide has experienced significant growth, expanding at a rate of 20% per month and vetting over 80,000 homes, ultimately achieving more than £10 million in annual sales. The company's success is supported by a diverse group of investors from various sectors, underscoring its strong market position in the vacation rental industry.

Alike is a company based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, focused on creating innovative solutions for social networking and travel. It has developed a wearable device designed to enhance face-to-face interactions by enabling users to discover and connect with new friends who share common interests, eliminating the distractions of digital screens. Additionally, Alike.io serves as a platform that empowers independent content creators to design and monetize travel itineraries. Launched in collaboration with Dubai Tourism, this creator economy-based platform simplifies the process of sharing and booking travel experiences. It provides users with a no-code interface to publish their travel stories, allowing them to incorporate various content formats such as photos and videos. With partnerships spanning over 12,000 suppliers across 200 destinations, Alike.io facilitates access to a wide array of bookable travel services, enabling creators to generate recurring revenue by publishing trip plans that can be monetized.

Fuzzy Compass is a B2B2C platform designed to enable travel bloggers and influencers to monetize their audience effectively. By leveraging their expertise in destination knowledge, these influencers offer one-on-one custom trip planning services, which include personalized itineraries and tailored advice, for a fee. The platform simplifies the marketing of these services, allowing influencers to manage requests, showcase their ideas attractively, and facilitate payment collection. Fuzzy Compass retains a 20% commission on each transaction and maintains ownership of all content created on the platform.

Fugu Luggage focuses on enhancing the comfort and convenience of business travel through its innovative suitcase designs. The company has developed a fully expandable suitcase that can transition seamlessly from a carry-on to a checked bag, accommodating various travel needs. This suitcase is crafted from robust materials to ensure durability while featuring a user-friendly design. It includes practical elements such as a built-in laptop case, foldable shelves, a luggage tracker, and a power bank, making it a versatile solution for modern travelers. Fugu Luggage aims to simplify the travel experience by providing multi-functional products that cater to the demands of today's business environment.

Irhal is an Arabic word which means “Go Away.” While it may sound rude and impolite, the magic of travel comes alive with the addition of the word “often.” The niceties of “please” and “often” have been removed to make way for a short and memorable domain name, but the site aims to nurture the magic of travel.

TimeLooper, Inc. is a New York-based company that specializes in a location-based time travel application, allowing users to immerse themselves in virtual reality experiences of historical events and sites. Founded in 2015, TimeLooper's technology enables tourists to virtually "turn back the clock" and witness key moments in history through immersive videos accessible on smartphones. The application provides users with a unique perspective on various places, cultures, and events, enhanced by features such as tour guides, guidebooks, and audio recordings.

GradTrain started when five people from five different countries (The United States, Israel, France, Switzerland, and Norway) met in the United States while studying abroad. They all faced similar challenges while moving to study abroad and decided to create a technological solution that will help the future generations of international students through their journey. They have all been successfully enrolled in various graduate programs at leading universities worldwide, and cover the fields Computer Science, Law, Engineering, Organizational Behavior / Business, Public Health, and Sociology. They are passionate about helping aspiring international students fulfill their personal and professional goals.

Freight Frog is the easiest way to "micro-move" to anywhere in the US. People between the ages of 18-30 years old are the most frequent movers in America yet, there is not one moving service that caters to their individual needs. Until now. Freight Frog has created the "Micro Move" and is moving its clients to the 21st century. Customers can receive a flat guaranteed price in under 60 seconds from any computer or mobile device and can ship your items faster than any service in the country at a fraction of the competitor's prices.

Run Tour allows the active business traveler a chance to sight-see without thinking or planning ahead. An unexpected hour to spare can become a historical run past Big Ben. At any time a user can tailor a route for a specific distance or popular landmark & then use the GPS guided tour to eliminate the risk of getting lost.

Latitude six-six is an authentic, Native-owned adventure travel company that immerses intrepid travelers in a beautiful yet remote land while engaging with its Native people. They want travelers to understand Alaskan culture and experience this majestic part of the world. They operate trips in Northeast Alaska in the summer and winter, offering unparalleled access to this beautiful, largely inaccessible part of the world while creating positive, sustainable econ. opportunities for its Native People.

Tripzon is a packaging and booking platform that helps its users plan and book complex tours. The platform offers multiple destinations, component filtering, trip design services, and a single transaction checkout. It provides a smart itinerary system for flights, hotels, activities, cars, transfers, and other travel components. Tripzon was launched in 2008 and is based in Boston, Massachusetts.

RouteSprout is an innovative approach to inter-city and special event transportation that allows the traveling public to develop their own routes based on popular demand. Through RouteSprout, anyone may suggest a destination by reserving the first seat on a proposed route. When enough seats are reserved, the route is confirmed, and a modern transit vehicle with a professional operator is dispatched for the trip. RouteSprout - There and back by popular demand.

Wanderu is a developer of a travel meta-search engine used to book inter-city buses and trains. It is the ground travel middle layer technology and multi-modal travel search in North America, with the mission of standardizing and centralizing bus, train, and ferry travel data to provide the most efficient travel planning and booking experience for its customers.

Citybot Inc. is a San Diego-based company that offers a mobile application designed for both tourists and locals to create self-guided tours and itineraries. Since its incorporation in 2011, the company has expanded its services to major cities across the United States, including Austin, Boston, Chicago, Dallas, Houston, Los Angeles, Miami, New York, New Orleans, Philadelphia, Portland, San Diego, San Francisco, Seattle, and Washington. The app aims to enhance the exploration experience by allowing users to customize their travel plans according to their interests and preferences.

jumpFare is user-friendly, a transparent, risk-free way to land steep discounts on flights departing in a week or less a time frame where flying is typically cost-prohibitive. For airlines jumpFare is profitable yet pro-consumer: a real-time auction system generating queues of passengers ready to fill would-be empty seats. jumpFare matches airlines that have empty seats1 in every 5 seats flies emptywith opportunistic travelers looking for great deals on short-notice trips.

SkinnyTrip makes companies more profitable by giving employees incentives to spend less money on business travel. Employees are given points when they select flights, hotels, and rental cars that lower expenses. The points can be exchanged for thousands of different prizes, including name brand merchandise and vacation packages. Lower costs. Happier employees. SkinnyTrip.

Abroad101 is the largest study abroad reviews website, established in 2007 and headquartered in New York City. The platform serves as a valuable resource for prospective study abroad students, offering over 27,000 detailed reviews of various programs worldwide. It features a free online evaluation system that assists universities in collecting evaluations and sharing program information with students. This system also aids study abroad programs in recruiting students and helps parents set expectations for their children's experiences abroad. Additionally, program providers can leverage the large student audience by advertising their offerings on the site. In 2013, Abroad101 was sold to an investor group, further enhancing its reach and capabilities in promoting global citizenship through meaningful study abroad experiences.