SmarterTravel

Travel resource platform for tips and news

Cambridge, United States

About SmarterTravel

SmarterTravel is a travel resource platform that provides expert travel tips, destination inspiration, and timely travel news to a wide audience. It caters to both casual vacationers and experienced travelers by offering insights and advice to improve their travel experiences. The platform operates by creating content and utilizing affiliate marketing, earning revenue through commissions from affiliate links in its articles and product reviews. SmarterTravel recommends travel gear, accessories, and services, ensuring that its audience receives unbiased opinions and well-tested recommendations. Additionally, the company engages its audience through newsletters that deliver curated travel news, itineraries, and inspiration directly to subscribers.

Cambridge, NoneHeadquarters
1998Year Founded
$9.2MTotal Funding
SERIES_BCompany Stage
Consumer GoodsIndustries
11-50Employees

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision & life insurance benefits
Paid parental leave
Family leave
Generous PTO
Flexible workday
401k
Fsa account
Health & entertainment subscriptions

Risks

Competition from AI-driven platforms like Hopper and Skyscanner is increasing.
Direct booking options by airlines and hotels may reduce third-party platform reliance.
Economic downturns could impact travel bookings and affiliate revenue.

Differentiation

SmarterTravel leverages AI for personalized travel recommendations, enhancing user experience.
The platform offers unbiased travel gear reviews, building trust with its audience.
SmarterTravel's newsletters provide curated travel news, engaging a global audience.

Upsides

AI-driven recommendations align with the trend for personalized travel experiences.
The rise of 'workcations' offers new package opportunities for SmarterTravel.
Sustainable travel trends allow SmarterTravel to expand eco-friendly content and marketing.

Funding

Total raised$9.24 M
Latest valuation$47.50 M
StageSERIES_B
$10
$47.50 M