TravelVRse offers a virtual gaming platform that allows travelers to explore and engage with hotel and local experiences through photorealistic digital twins and interactive challenges. This approach addresses the need for hotels and attractions to increase direct bookings by appealing to Millennials and Gen-Z who prioritize unique, immersive experiences in their travel choices.
Funding
$140K raised to dateRaised to date based on public sources. This may differ from the amount the company actually raised and is based only on what is publicly available on the internet.
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Product
Problem
Hotels and local attractions struggle to capture the attention of Millennial and Gen-Z travelers who prioritize unique, immersive experiences when making travel decisions. Traditional booking methods often fail to showcase on-premise experiences effectively, leading to missed opportunities for direct bookings and experience sales.
Solution
TravelVRse offers a virtual gaming platform that allows travelers to explore and engage with hotels and local experiences through photorealistic digital twins and interactive challenges. The platform provides gaming templates integrated with 3D digital twins of hotel spaces like lobbies, resorts, spas, bars, and workspaces, creating an immersive experience for potential guests. Travelers can participate in treasure hunts and other challenges within the virtual environment, earning rewards that can be redeemed for direct bookings and discounted deals on hotel experiences and local attractions. By offering a "play before you stay" experience, TravelVRse aims to boost direct bookings and experience sales by appealing to the desire for unique and engaging travel planning.
Target Audience
The primary target audience consists of hotels, resorts, and local attractions seeking to increase direct bookings and appeal to Millennial and Gen-Z travelers.
Features
- Photorealistic digital twins of hotel spaces and local attractions
- Interactive gaming templates for various hospitality experiences (e.g., cabanas, bars, yoga sessions, workspaces, kids clubs)
- Treasure hunt challenges that showcase hotel history, experiences, and surrounding attractions
- Rewards engine that allows travelers to earn discounts on stays and experiences
- Cross-platform accessibility on any device
- Analytics and reporting dashboard to track user engagement and booking conversions
- White-label virtual experience that can be promoted on social media, email, and websites