TripStory is a mobile-first travel platform that lets users in Mexico discover attractions, build customized itineraries, and plan getaways with friends. The app offers category-based exploration and map mode for finding hidden local treasures, plus social features like friend invitations, check-ins, and achievement medals. It is available for download on both iOS and Android.
Funding
Funding not disclosed
Founders
Product
Problem
Planning a trip in Mexico often requires juggling multiple websites and apps to find attractions, organize stops, and coordinate with travel companionscars. This fragmented process makes itinerary building time-consuming and can cause travelers to miss lesser-known local destinations that aren't prominently featured by mainstream travel platforms.
Solution
TripStory is a travel planning platform that lets users create fully customized trips by browsing tourist attractions and adding them to a personal itinerary. The app supports discovery through category-based lists and an interactive map view, allowing travelers to see what's nearby and decide which spots to include. Users can arrange their selected stops in a logical order to match their travel route and preferences. The platform also includes social functionality: friends can be invited to join a trip, check in at visited destinations, and earn medals through challenges, turning trip planning into a shared experience.
Target Audience
Primary users are leisure travelers in Mexico, both locals and visitors, who want to plan personalized road trips or city getaways and coordinate with friends. The platform is also suited for weekend explorers looking for off-the-beaten-path attractions beyond mainstream tourist spots.
Features
- Category-based browsing to explore tourist places by type (e.g., landmarks, nature, culture)
- Map mode that shows the geographic location of attractions for spatial trip planning
- Itinerary builder where users select and order specific stops for each destination
- Friend invitation system for collaborative trip planning and shared experiences
- Check-in feature that lets travelers record visited destinations and maintain a trip history
- Gamified medal system that rewards users for completing travel challenges and goals
- Native mobile apps available on both the Apple App Store and Google Play Store