What is GetYourGuide?
GetYourGuide operates as a global online platform, functioning as a travel experience marketplace. It connects travelers seeking memorable activities with local guides and activity providers worldwide. The platform aggregates a diverse array of tours, excursions, cultural experiences, and attraction tickets, simplifying the process for users to discover and book curated offerings from trusted partners. The company's focus is on enabling travelers to explore destinations through authentic local culture, adventure, and history, thereby transforming ordinary trips into engaging journeys of discovery.
How much funding has GetYourGuide raised?
GetYourGuide has raised a total of $976.9M across 9 funding rounds:
Series A
$14M
Series B
$25M
Series C
$50M
Series D
$75M
Other Financing Round
$484M
Debt
$132.9M
Other Financing Round
$85M
Debt
$109M
Series A (2013): $14M led by Spark Capital and Highland Capital Partners
Series B (2014): $25M supported by Highland Capital Partners and Spark Capital
Series C (2015): $50M featuring Nokia Growth Partners, Sunstone Capital, KKR, Spark Capital, and Highland Capital Partners
Series D (2017): $75M backed by Sunstone Capital, Battery Ventures, Nokia Growth Partners, KKR, Highland Europe, and Spark Capital
Other Financing Round (2019): $484M with participation from Temasek, Lakestar, Heartcore Capital, SoftBank Vision Fund, and Swisscanto Invest
Debt (2020): $132.9M led by Searchlight Capital L.P
Other Financing Round (2023): $85M supported by Blue Pool Capital, KKR, and Temasek
Debt (2023): $109M featuring KfW Development Bank, Citi, BNP Paribas, and UniCredit
Key Investors in GetYourGuide
Temasek
Temasek is a global investment company headquartered in Singapore, known for its generational investment approach and focus on making a difference with tomorrow in mind.
SoftBank Vision Fund
SoftBank Vision Fund is a prominent investment arm of SoftBank Group, focusing on backing transformative technology businesses worldwide across various sectors.
KKR
KKR is a global investment firm that invests across private markets in every asset class worldwide, with a mission to fortify companies and communities.
What's next for GetYourGuide?
The substantial enterprise-level funding and recent strategic investment indicate that GetYourGuide is poised for significant expansion and further innovation. This capital infusion will likely be directed towards enhancing its technology infrastructure, broadening its inventory of experiences, and strengthening its global market presence. Strategic partnerships and potential acquisitions may also be on the horizon as the company aims to solidify its leadership in the competitive travel experience industry. Continued investment in user experience and data analytics will be crucial for sustained growth and customer loyalty.
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