Mairdumont Ventures

Gronda is a platform and mobile app that connects professionals in gastronomy, hospitality, and catering to share, organize, and monetize culinary knowledge. Originating in 2015 and based in Wattens, Austria, the company operates across Germany, Austria, Switzerland, and Italy. It serves chefs, waiters, baristas, and other industry practitioners by providing features such as chef portfolios and recipe sharing, enabling users to publish creations, build their presence, and connect with clients or collaborators. By fostering a global online community, Gronda aims to preserve culinary knowledge, encourage creativity, and drive innovation in the culinary world, appealing to both industry professionals and food enthusiasts who explore, learn from, and be inspired by professional recipes and expertise.

Holidu is a travel tech company based in Munich that operates an online platform for vacation rentals. The service aggregates listings from multiple travel sites, enabling users to search for holiday homes, compare prices and reviews, and book through partner websites via a mobile app. The platform employs image recognition technology to identify the lowest prices across a wide catalog of properties on sites such as Airbnb, Booking.com and HomeAway, helping travelers find accommodations at competitive rates. Founded in 2014, Holidu focuses on simplifying the vacation rental search and booking experience for travelers.

25$m+ funded, Munich-based travel SaaS startup. Running the most advanced B2B platform for individual travel. - Top3 Winner Deloitte Technology Fast 50 Award 2019 - Top3 Winner Gründerszene Growth Award 2018 - Best Consumer Product @ EyeForTravel 2018 (London)

Founded in Berlin in 2013, PaulCamper is Europe's largest RV rental marketplace. It connects private owners with campers, enabling safe and easy rentals while facilitating outdoor experiences.

Journi GmbH, established in 2013 and based in Vienna, Austria, specializes in travel journaling solutions. The company offers a user-friendly application that allows individuals to record and share their travel experiences offline and on-the-go. Journi's platform enables users to discover new trips, seek advice from their travel network, and stay updated on friends' adventures. The company's mission extends to the personalized print industry, leveraging AI and sustainable production methods to transform users' photos into high-quality, designer-like printed memories. Journi has inspired over 5 million users globally and has been recognized by major tech platforms and media outlets.

Mapify is a global social travel platform enabling users to visualize, discover, and plan travel experiences through user-generated content. Launched in 2017, it has attracted users worldwide, sharing trips and spots across over 160 countries. Headquartered in Berlin, Germany, Mapify has raised $330K from MIT’s Sandbox Innovation Fund and angel investors.

Founded in Berlin in 2013, PaulCamper is Europe's largest RV rental marketplace. It connects private owners with campers, enabling safe and easy rentals while facilitating outdoor experiences.

Founded in 2016, Viselio streamlines visa applications for tourists and businesses. It offers digital processing services for China and Russia visas across Switzerland and Germany, ensuring a swift, reliable, and user-friendly experience.

LiveRate GmbH, established in 2015 and headquartered in Munich, Germany, specializes in developing and operating a platform designed for hotel bookings and customer engagement. The company's platform enables users to compare hotel room prices and make reservations directly through the site. Additionally, LiveRate offers a chat platform that facilitates interaction between hotels and guests via messaging applications, allowing for seamless communication and the registration of in-house service requests. This platform caters to both hotels and individual guests, enhancing the overall hospitality experience.

Gronda is a platform and mobile app that connects professionals in gastronomy, hospitality, and catering to share, organize, and monetize culinary knowledge. Originating in 2015 and based in Wattens, Austria, the company operates across Germany, Austria, Switzerland, and Italy. It serves chefs, waiters, baristas, and other industry practitioners by providing features such as chef portfolios and recipe sharing, enabling users to publish creations, build their presence, and connect with clients or collaborators. By fostering a global online community, Gronda aims to preserve culinary knowledge, encourage creativity, and drive innovation in the culinary world, appealing to both industry professionals and food enthusiasts who explore, learn from, and be inspired by professional recipes and expertise.

Zizoo is a prominent boat holiday platform that aims to modernize the boat rental industry, which is significantly behind other travel sectors. It operates a digital booking platform that connects travelers with charter companies worldwide, akin to a "Booking.com for Boats." Zizoo caters to both licensed sailors and individuals without sailing experience, offering options to rent boats with or without a captain and crew. The platform emphasizes affordability, with bookings starting from €20 a day, and provides a straightforward online booking process with real-time availability and no upfront fees. By offering a powerful inventory management tool and business intelligence to charter companies, Zizoo enhances the efficiency of boat rentals while ensuring a seamless experience for holidaymakers.

Travelcircus GmbH is a Berlin-based company that specializes in an online booking platform for premium travel experiences. Founded in 2014 by Mathias Zeitler and Bastian Böckenhüser, Travelcircus offers exclusive packages that combine 4 and 5 star hotel accommodations with trendy attractions and hotel services. This approach allows customers to enjoy unique travel experiences at competitive prices. The company focuses on providing packages for weekend trips, city getaways, and short vacations, catering to the desires of travelers seeking high-quality experiences. With an international team of around 60 employees, Travelcircus aims to deliver exceptional value and unforgettable destinations for its customers.

Tourias GmbH, established in 2010 and headquartered in Würzburg, Germany, specializes in providing innovative technology solutions for the tourism industry. The company develops and delivers travel guides for various destinations worldwide, available in German and English, for use on smartphones, tablets, and websites. Tourias offers a range of products, including guidebook apps, CRM solutions, and SDKs, enabling clients to integrate its content into their own applications. Additionally, the company maintains a rich tourist database to enrich its products with interesting facts, supporting tour guides and professionals in effectively connecting with customers and planning tours. As of 2017, Tourias operates as a subsidiary of MAIRDUMONT Ventures GmbH.

25$m+ funded, Munich-based travel SaaS startup. Running the most advanced B2B platform for individual travel. - Top3 Winner Deloitte Technology Fast 50 Award 2019 - Top3 Winner Gründerszene Growth Award 2018 - Best Consumer Product @ EyeForTravel 2018 (London)

Beach-Inspector GmbH, based in Berlin, Germany, operates a platform dedicated to evaluating and providing information about beaches worldwide. As a subsidiary of HolidayCheck AG, the company focuses on collecting and reviewing data related to coastal destinations. Its platform offers a comprehensive search and information resource for travelers, featuring images and detailed descriptions of various beaches. This enables users to effectively find their ideal vacation spot, tailored to their preferences regarding beach themes and conditions.