Five travel startups that pave the way to smarter trip planning
Trip planning can begin as soon as the idea of destination starts to sprout inside the traveler's mind. It involves not only booking a hotel or flight, but researching activities, weather, and culture.
This week's SkiftSeedlings looks at five travel startups that contribute to the inspiration and planning phases of a journey, whether it be finding the most popular places to visit via mobile check-ins or reviewing other travelers' trips.
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