Triip is a web3 travel startup built on the Internet Computer Protocol. Over the past four years, the platform has helped travellers seamlessly book authentic local tours, hotel rooms, and accommodations across 227 countries, supported by a database of more than 1.3 million hotels and 6,000 local guides. Triip operates profitably and has raised $858,000 in seed funding from many venture funds, including Gobi Partners SEA, MAP2 Ventures, and Gaiax Ventures.
Triip, founded in 2014, is licensed by the Singapore Tourism Board.
Since its launch, Triip has differentiated itself from traditional online travel agencies. While most platforms focus solely on bookings, Triip integrates experiences, local knowledge, and digital rewards, turning every journey into a holistic adventure. Travellers can book a hotel, check in, enjoy curated tours, and receive digital cashback, all within the same ecosystem.
Building a Platform with Purpose
Hai Ho noticed a gap in the travel industry. While traditional booking platforms offered convenience, they often lacked meaningful engagement with local culture or added value beyond the trip itself. He envisioned a platform that could combine authentic experiences with a rewards system that truly benefits travellers.
Triip brings this vision to life by partnering with global hotel providers like Booking.com to offer competitive pricing while curating local tours that give travellers an insider’s perspective on their destination. The cryptocurrency rewards system adds another layer of value, turning every booking into a tangible benefit and reinforcing the idea that travel should deliver more than just memories.
Mr. Ho is the founder and chairman of the company.
Turning Bookings into Rewards
The decision to return commissions via cryptocurrency was driven by Hai Ho’s belief that travel can create real value beyond the experience. Instead of retaining the standard booking fees, Triip converts them into BTC, ETH, or TriipMiles, allowing travellers to save, invest, or spend them as they choose.
Hai explains that this approach is about more than technology. “We wanted travellers to feel that every booking could bring something back, not just memories but real value,” he says. The model has cultivated a loyal user base while also introducing travellers to digital currencies in a practical and accessible way.
Curating Authentic Experiences
Triip’s portfolio of local experiences is extensive and carefully selected. From street food tours in Bangkok to vineyard visits in France, each triip connects travellers with local hosts who provide insight, guidance, and cultural context. Hai stresses that authenticity is crucial. Each experience is vetted to ensure quality and meaningful engagement, giving travellers a deeper connection to the places they visit.
By prioritizing authenticity, Triip allows users to explore beyond the typical tourist path. Even with a global reach, the platform maintains a strong focus on local culture and personal interaction, creating experiences that are memorable, immersive, and enriching.
Profitable and Proven
Triip is not just an idea; it is a fully operational, profitable business. After four years of growth and $835,000 in investment from Gobi Ventures, MAP2 Ventures, Gaiax Ventures, and angel investors, Triip reached profitability in October 2017.
Hai notes that the platform’s success is built on real products, real users, and verified partners. “Triip.me has real product and revenue in over 200 countries. We are not another blockchain start-up chasing hype. We deliver tangible value for travellers and local communities alike,” he says.
The profitability demonstrates that innovation in travel does not need to rely on speculative promises. By combining practical technology, curated experiences, and a novel rewards system, Triip has created a sustainable business model that works across the globe.
Competing with Industry Giants
Triip has carved out a niche even in a market dominated by large online travel agencies. The platform’s combination of competitive hotel rates, unique experiences, and cryptocurrency rewards offers an alternative that larger platforms cannot easily replicate.
Hai explains that the key to competing is a user-first mindset. “We focus on the traveller’s journey from start to finish, making sure every touchpoint delivers convenience, discovery, and reward,” he says. Triip prioritizes the traveller’s experience, helping it stand out and gain loyalty in a competitive market.
Creating a Global Community
Triip fosters a community where travellers, local hosts, and partners all benefit. Local guides gain visibility and income opportunities, while users experience tours and activities they would not otherwise discover. The platform encourages travellers to engage responsibly, supporting local economies while enriching their own experiences.
Hai believes that travel can inspire connection and positive impact. By combining rewards, authentic experiences, and global reach, Triip creates a system where each journey contributes value not just to the traveller but to the communities visited.
Redefining Travel
Triip shows that travel can be profitable, rewarding, and meaningful all at once. By integrating competitive hotel bookings, authentic local experiences, and cryptocurrency rewards, the platform turns ordinary trips into engaging journeys that benefit users and communities alike.
Hai emphasizes that the mission is bigger than profit. “We want every traveller to feel that their journey has meaning, that each booking contributes to both personal enjoyment and broader community benefit,” he says. Triip demonstrates that when technology, human curation, and innovative rewards intersect, travel becomes richer, more connected, and more rewarding for everyone.
As the platform grows, it is redefining the standards of travel in Thailand and beyond, proving that innovation, sustainability, and user-centric design can coexist to create a truly modern travel experience.
What’s Next for Triip
Triip plans to expand its network of local experiences and enhance its rewards ecosystem. The company aims to reach more travellers while maintaining the quality and authenticity that have defined its platform.
Hai sees a system where cryptocurrency rewards, curated experiences, and seamless hotel bookings are accessible to travellers worldwide. By combining global scalability with attention to local culture, Triip continues to push the boundaries of what a travel platform can achieve.
Hai Ho, Founder, Triip
