Wonder

Research Outline

Prepared for Rebeca N. | Delivered October 31, 2019

Tourism Startups

Goals

An understanding of the tourism startup scene, including tourism startups with high traction, the biggest tourism startup investments, and what new startups are beginning to show traction or receive interest from travelers 

Early Findings

 GetYourGuide is a startup that allows users to book book activities, meals, and tours internationally in over 7,300 destinations. 
The company has raised over $684 million, and is one of the biggest tourism based startups. 
 Musement is an app that lets travelers both discover and book experiences, and collaborates with venues and tour operatiors to add point-of-sale features for users. 
Musement has over $15 million in funding and 10 million downloads.  
 Fareharbor is an online booking startup that not only has grown rapidly but also recently acquired competitor Activity Link Systems and launched a predictive pricing tool, FareHarbor Telescope. (fareharbor.com)
 The platform serves more than 5,000 tour operators.
 With Locals is an online marketplace for personal and customizable travel experiences, that offers private tours and activities. 
The app, which offers fully customizable travel experiences, has received $16.5 million in funding in 3 rounds. 