Online Trip Planner TripHobo Raises Funding from Kalaari Capital

Pune-based trip planning startup TripHobo (earlier known as JoGuru) has raised an undisclosed amount of investment in Series A funding from Kalaari Capital.

It’s worth noting that a TechCircle report cites a top company executive to suggest that TripHobo has raised under Rs 20 crore in this round, however the company declined to comment on this to Medianama. The company had earlier raised $400,000 investment from a Pune-based angel investor in 2012.

TripHobo plans to use the investment raised to increase the number of itineraries and content for travel destinations on its platform as well as improve its platform.

Founded in 2012 as JoGuru, TripHobo itinerary planner allows travellers to browse through a collection of crowd-sourced travel itineraries. One can either make use of the existing travel itineraries or edit the existing travel itineraries to change the listed attractions as per their preference.

It claims to currently have more than 25,000 itineraries from around 200 cities globally. In addition, TripHobo also claims to provide planning related information for over 30,000 points of interest and enables users to book hotels through an affiliate partnership with Booking.com. A mobile app is also in the works, which is expected to be launched in November this year, according to the TechCircle report.

Source: Online Trip Planner TripHobo Raises Funding from Kalaari Capital

10 Secret Travel Tips that will Save your Money

Travel more often is probably one of the New Year’s resolutions every one of us make. But are we really able to do it? No, the foremost reason being expensive flights and stays. Well with a proper trip planner or by making a travel itinerary, you can travel much often and also save on your money. Travelling cheap and saving is an art which every one of us can practice and master.

Here are 10 secret travel tips that will save you money

1) Advance Bookings- If you haven’t heard of eight week rule for booking of flights, you are missing on something much valuable. It is advisable to book your tickets eight months prior to your tip to get the cheapest rates possible. Also booking them on Tuesdays is always a good idea as most of the people don’t book their flights on Tuesdays. Booking your flights in advance helps your trip plan execute smoothly.

2) Travel slowly- This is one of the things many people miss out on. We are always in a hurry when in a foreign country. Understand that you can’t see all of it in one trip. Slow down; explore the unknown part of cities. The more number of days you stay in a place, you are more likely to get a discount on your stay which saves you some money. Also, if you are planning to stay long, you can even work, earn and come back home with some extra cash. Sounds amazing right?

3) Carry food- Prices of food in planes are sky high. Therefore, it is always a good idea to keep some snacks and packed food in planes.

4) Stay Cheap- Sometimes staying cheap in a small hotel is way more fun than in a five star luxurious suite. Also, there are amazing options like staying at locals. You can make your trip experience more exciting by staying at a local’s place and sharing your dinner with them listening to their stories.

5) Eat local- Having local food is the kind of fun many people tend to miss out on. Local food sometimes is way tastier and has the flavor and culture of the country than that of expensive restaurants. This helps you understand the food of the country better and also save money at the same time.

6) Walk – Walking into unknown streets, meeting new people, having conversations with them is what travel is about. And you know what, talking a decision to walk to places whenever possible instead of transport always saves you, and the experience is far more amazing.

7) Don’t over pack- We always tend to pack things we usually end up not using for our trip. Pack the materials that are most important. This makes your luggage less heavy by thus saving you some money on luggage counter.

8) Stay Free – Yes, you heard it right. You can actually go to a country and join WWOOF and work on the organic farms in return of stay and food. Sounds cool right? You can register to one while making your travel plan.

9) Travel apps- There are various number of trip planning applications which helps you plan a trip according to your budget as well as needs saving you much more than you think. Having one of them to plan your trip is always advisable as the app shows you the updated prices and rates of everything at a click.

10) Research- The most important factor in saving money while travelling is doing your research well in advance.

Lastly, you don’t have to think much about money while travelling but always remember the amount of experiences you collect from your trip are far more valuable than what money can buy you.

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Top 10 Travel Blogs Every Traveler Should Follow

While we keep searching for some smart travel tips and out-of-the-box stories, blogs, travel tales scanning through the entire web for good stories becomes a hell tedious task. Which is why we have listed down a series of the best top 10 travel blogs, you as a traveler, need to follow.

1. Girl Vs Globe – The blogger is too young to explore the world at she’s is doing it amazingly. Sabina has been traveling all over the world and has some epic stories to share. Her pictures are also beautifully captured.

2. Nomadic matt – All that you need to know under the sun, this is the blog. Nomadic matt has some honest views regarding overseas travel, being a travel blogger and how to mark you presence in the bloggers’ bandwagon. Follow him and stay updated with all the happenings in the travel world and sneak into his own stories as well.

3. Adventurous Kate – Kate is currently traveling across South America and has just completed her Europe trip. Watch out for some amazing stories and smart tips on how to travel safe. Follow her now and see how brilliantly the lady has mastered the art of blogging

4. Miss Walking Shoes – You would be amazed to know that this female traveler has mapped countries over countries all solo and self –funded. Leena Bansal has been featured as the best solo woman traveler and an inspiration to all travel bloggers.

5. Lakshmi Sarath – The veteran travel blogger has a massive experience in storytelling and has been a one of the noted travel bloggers. If Indian travel tales excite you the most, start following her now as she narrates some great information in the most beautiful way.

6. The Wandering Orange – Lauren is one creative travel blogger who is not an ordinary storyteller. She has made this cute funny comic strips about her journey that keep you glued to her site for hours

7. Xpatt Matt – Matt has an awesome series of travel interviews on his site and also shares wacky photo essays, travel tips, hacks, trip planner details and much more. Seriously there’s a lot to explore on his site.

8. Borders OF Adventures – Famously known as the Backpacker Becki, Miss Enright has just relaunched her site is looks rather impressive. The lady is travelling all over the places and is up to some cool water adventures now.

9. Breakaway Backpacker – Jaime is one crazy legend blogger. His writings have been inspiring many budding travel bloggers out there. He is a fearless blogger who narrates each and every experience on his blog regardless of the taboos and prohibitions which pertain to some sensitive topics.

10. Alicia Explores – The famous TV artist recently launched her own travel blog in order to share her amazing travel stories. Her blog is a fine blend of romance, food and the most unusual stuff which makes an interesting read.

If you’re one aspiring travel blogger and wish to see your name one fine day right up here in the list, follow the tricks used by these experts and start your way right now!

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