Obsessed with the future of travel

We invest in the new layer of tech powering global tourism

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Trip Ventures

At Trip Ventures, we invest in innovative companies at the intersection of travel and tech.

Our portfolio companies and partners are innovators
building the new layer of tech in the travel industry.

The global travel industry is undergoing the fastest innovation cycle in history. The reset caused by the global pandemic ignited a period of digitalization and fast growth that will likely outpace the overall economy and other sectors. Our fund and corporate partners are uniquely positioned to seize the value creation opportunities in the travel industry.

The companies that will lead the travel industry going forward are startups today.

We create exponential value

Trip Ventures is designed to create exponential value for our LPs. The synergies of the fund, venture studio and corporate partners create higher IRR and MOIC than traditional VCs.

Value Creation Trifecta

Investment Themes

These 12 tech themes are revolutionizing travel.

  • Marketplaces

    We look for the next-gen marketplaces that will bring guests, hosts and experiences together.

  • Discovery Engines

    We get excited about AI-powered engines that help people discover and decide where to go and what to do when they get there.

  • Web3

    We see a future in which blockchain technology is foundational for travel booking.

  • Metaverse

    We're so close to exploring places in the metaverse before heading there. We constantly ask, “are we there yet?”

  • Community

    We believe the next-gen platforms will connect people to places and connect places to people.

  • SaaS Solutions

    Delivering extraordinary experiences seamlessly requires SaaS solutions that bridge back-end operations with customer-facing experiences.

  • Property Tech

    Details matter. How you check-in, check-out, unlock a door… little moments add up to seamless travel. We like solutions that enable great experiences at every touchpoint.

  • Rewards & Loyalty

    Loyalty is earned over time by developing trust. We seek platforms that strengthen bonds through access, not discounts.

  • Fintech

    When you ask for the check, do you wonder why? So do we. We love innovations that optimize processes and make lives easier- for the guest and the host.

  • MarTech

    Acquiring high-value travelers is more crucial than ever. Tectonic shifts in digital advertising coincided with the reset caused by the pandemic.

  • Digital Nomads

    WFH untethered many of us from a single place. We see opportunities to expand travel from episodic to a continuous travel lifestyle.

  • Sustainability

    Until we can all travel to Mars, let's take care of Earth, its people, flora and fauna.

Our Portfolio

  • Naya Homes Naya Homes
    Naya Homes

    Naya Homes

    A full-service property management system leveraging tech and data science to increase revenue and minimize operational logistics for short-term property rentals.

    Overview
  • El Camino Travel El Camino Travel
    El Camino Travel

    El Camino Travel

    Share cultural experiences, explore off-the-beaten path destinations, and make lifelong friendships with El Camino Travel.

    Overview
  • Andiago Andiago
    Andiago

    Andiago

    AI-powered recommendations and concierge for trending restaurants and hidden gems in any city.

    Overview
  • Niicer Niicer
    Niicer

    Niicer

    Elevate your corporate travel with niicer.

    Overview
  • Legends Legends
    Legends

    Legends

    Positive social network of global travelers, inspired by each other's experiences.

    Overview
  • Musicasa Musicasa
    Musicasa

    Musicasa

    A community-powered marketplace connecting music lovers with musicians to co-create highly personal, home concerts.

    Overview

Venture Studio

Building companies from the ground up.

Trip Ventures is designed to create exponential value for our LPs. The synergies of the fund, venture studio and corporate partners create higher IRR and MOIC than traditional VCs.

Co-found with us

  • A Collective of innovative entrepreneurs

    Our team is comprised of experts in their fields which is shown evident in their success within their respective areas, providing invaluable guidance throughout the entirety of the journey.

  • Tailored strategies

    We recognize the value of unique companies, which is why we cultivate strategies bespoke to the success of every venture that joins our studio.

  • Industry Network

    Our team’s access to an extensive network of entrepreneurs and industry relationships gives our studio ventures best-in-class guidance and support from industry leaders. We provide outsized support as entrepreneurs go to market by providing unlimited access to the most renowned names in the industry.