Travel Startups Incubator

Travel Startups Incubator is a specialized incubator focused exclusively on travel technology startups, emphasizing mobile travel, leisure, in-destination products, tours and activities, and corporate business travel. Founded in 2013, it operates as a virtual incubator while offering office space in Dubai, Manchester, and Orlando for those who need it. The incubator accepts applications on a rolling basis without deadlines, allowing for a thorough review process that prioritizes quality over quantity. Selected startups receive up to $25,000 in cash and an equivalent value in professional advisory services over a six-month incubation period. The incubator's approach includes a pre-incubation phase where founders receive up to 20 hours of complimentary support to prepare for funding. Each startup benefits from personalized mentoring by experienced travel entrepreneurs, access to a vast network of industry contacts, and promotional assistance to attract investors. Travel Startups Incubator aims to equip each startup with the resources and guidance necessary to gain traction and secure future funding, thus fostering growth in the travel technology sector.

Matt Zito

Managing Partner

Past deals in Tourism

Yana Trip

Seed Round in 2016
YANA Co., Ltd. operates a tour and activity platform known as YANATRIP, which focuses on providing individual tourists with a variety of active adventures and local tours worldwide. Founded in April 2015 and headquartered in Seoul, South Korea, YANATRIP offers an online marketplace for booking diverse tour programs, including bus, jeep, and other adventure activities across destinations in Asia, America, Africa, Europe, and Oceania. The platform also supports multiple languages to cater to a global audience, curating experiences such as bungee jumping, skydiving, and ziplining from trusted suppliers. The name YANA reflects the company's commitment to being a reliable partner for individual travelers seeking unforgettable experiences.

TravHQ

Seed Round in 2016
TravHQ Media Pvt. Ltd. operates a content-hub by aggregating and analyzing the digital and online trends that are relevant for travel organizers, attractions, destinations, accommodation, and transport verticals. It offers TravHQ, a content-hub that provides voicing opinions, insights, news, and updates on the intersection of travel industry with digital, social, and technology across India and parts of South-East Asia. The company was founded in 2015 and is based in Noida, India.

VidPal

Seed Round in 2015
VidPal is a New York-based platform that specializes in on-demand travel destination videos. It offers a video bidding system that enables users to search for, watch, and request travel videos, providing insights into various locations through the perspectives of local residents. By leveraging the capabilities of everyday individuals equipped with mobile phones or video cameras, VidPal facilitates real-time filming of different destinations. This approach allows travelers to gain a more authentic understanding of potential travel spots, enhancing their decision-making process and enriching their travel experiences.

Africa Bookings

Seed Round in 2015
Africa Bookings Ltd. specializes in online booking services for hotels, lodges, and guest accommodations, catering to travelers in Zimbabwe and internationally. The company operates both business-to-consumer and business-to-business channels, offering additional services such as car hire bookings. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in Harare, Zimbabwe, Africa Bookings has established itself as a key player in the African hospitality market by directly contracting with various hotels and lodges across the continent. The company gained recognition in 2015 when it represented Africa at the Phocuswright Travel Innovation Summit and was a tied runner-up at the Travel Global Startup Awards. As of mid-2020, Africa Bookings operates as a subsidiary of HotelOnline.

GuideCity

Seed Round in 2015
GuideCity is a mobile destination advertising platform designed to bring together travelers visiting a city, with the merchants in that destination city.

Adventure Bucket List

Seed Round in 2015
Adventure Bucket List, based in Sunnyvale, California, operates a business-to-business platform that focuses on unified reservation management and sales distribution for tours and activities. The platform allows activity providers to share their offerings, manage calendars, and track customer purchasing metrics, all while facilitating payment processing. By hosting partners, Adventure Bucket List enhances the visibility of activities and tours, enabling local businesses to generate additional revenue and gain insights into client preferences. This enterprise SaaS solution transforms traditional tourism listing websites into dynamic resources that drive visitor spending, positioning itself as a key player in the tourism sector.

Trveler

Seed Round in 2015
Trveler is a subscription-based travel service headquartered in Orlando, Florida, that aims to revolutionize the travel industry by offering an all-inclusive, flat monthly fee model. This service enables users to embark on multiple spontaneous trips each year without the hassle of searching for the best deals. Customers can choose between a fully spontaneous plan, where their destination is revealed two weeks before departure, and customizable plans that offer various destination options throughout the subscription period. Each travel package includes round trip airfare, hotel accommodations, and additional activities or transportation. Members can take up to four trips annually for an affordable yearly fee, promoting a lifestyle centered around accessible and enjoyable travel experiences.
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