Ziptrrip Expands Scope with HelloTravel Acquisition

Ziptrrip, the corporate travel and expense management platform, has successfully acquired HelloTravel Online. This acquisition is set to enhance Ziptrrip’s presence in various travel sectors, including business leisure, MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences and Exhibitions), and experiential travel, all of which demand robust supply networks and superior execution abilities.

About Ziptrrip

Founded in 2019 by Shan Prabhakaran and Rishabh Agarwal, Ziptrrip specializes in automating corporate travel bookings, improving approval workflows, and implementing dynamic travel policies with the help of intelligent algorithms. The platform meticulously analyses customer travel trends and adherence to policies to provide cost-effective fares through its meta supply backend.

Strategic Benefits of the Acquisition

With the acquisition of HelloTravel, Ziptrrip aims to boost its offerings by tapping into HelloTravel’s extensive network of travel agents, destination management companies (DMCs), and its significant follower community. Ziptrrip claims to have facilitated over 200,000 trips across more than 650 corporations, showcasing its operational proficiency.

HelloTravel’s Operations

HelloTravel will function as a wholly owned subsidiary of Wayfarers Technologies Private Limited following the acquisition. While the founders will be exiting the business, the dedicated team will remain responsible for overseeing operations and preserving long-lasting relationships with partners.

Overview of HelloTravel

Co-founded by Pankaj Agarwal and Mohit Shrivastava, HelloTravel operates an online marketplace that effectively connects travellers with specialized travel agents to create customized holiday packages. The platform ensures users are matched with verified tour operators who provide tailored travel quotes.

HelloTravel prides itself on having over 7,000 verified partners spread across various destinations and offers more than 200,000 experience-focused travel packages, all while boasting a thriving community of over 1.5 million organic followers.