Overview
TourScanner, co-founded by Simone Semprini, is a pioneering meta-search engine for tours, activities, and attraction tickets. It aggregates offers from various online travel agencies like Viator, GetYourGuide, and Musement. Targeted at tourists seeking convenient and cost-effective travel experiences, TourScanner compares prices and options, providing an efficient booking process. The platform has successfully navigated the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic and is now seeing a monthly net revenue of around $60k, aiming for a $1M ARR in 2022.
Unique Aspect
TourScanner differentiates itself by focusing solely on tours and activities, a segment that was predominantly offline and fragmented. Its approach simplifies the comparison and booking process for travelers.
Approach to kick off
The idea for TourScanner was born out of Semprini's own travel experiences and the realization of a gap in the online market for tours and activities.
Scoop
Business Model ViabilityThe affiliate-based business model, focusing on commissions from referred bookings, has proven effective for TourScanner, indicating its scalability and sustainability in the travel industry.
Future Projections
Plans to expand partnerships and improve customer retention, with a focus on reaching $1M in annual recurring revenue.
Startup Stats
📊 ARR: $720,000
📈 MRR: $60,000
🚀 Startup Costs: $5,000
👥 Team Size: 5
🌍 Market: Aimed at tourists, primarily Americans and Europeans, aged between 30 and 50
👨💻 Users: Approximately 600,000 visitors per month
💰 Funding: Bootstrapped with initial investment of $5,000 and additional funding from an accelerator program
👨💼 Founders: Simone Semprini
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