Five Travel Startups for Pre-Trip Research and Planning

[gallery ids="115543,115544,115545,115546,115547"] This week's roundup of travel startups looks at companies that help travelers research destination and accommodation options based on their budget, interests, or group size. The search tools are specific for ski vacation, weekend getaways, long-term goals, and shopaholics. For all of our SkiftSeedlings collection, check out our archives here. >> True Currency calculates what products are cheaper to buy abroad based on currency conversion rates and industry nuances. The website currently calculates the cost difference of products for travelers leaving from or going to the U.S., UK, Germany, France, or Italy. The products include