TripAdmit raises €1M for its tour guides digital tipping solution

Funding will also help raise presence in Europe and North America

Digital engagement solutions for tours and activities provider TripAdmit has revealed that it has raised €1m in funding led by DataOp. 

This funding will enable TripAdmit - and its TipDirect app, which provides a cashless, AI solution that enhances guides’ ability to receive tips, upsell additional tours and collect reviews effortlessly - to expand its presence across North America and Europe, while advancing the solution it provides for tour guides. 

Based in Dublin, the company is set to enhance its influence and operations internationally after the funding.

John Maguire, co-founder and CEO of TripAdmit, said: "The past 12 months have seen huge technical achievements from our development team. 

"TripAdmit is transforming the tipping and review collection landscape for tour guides, offering an innovative and secure solution that aligns with today’s cashless and digital trends. 

"This latest round of funding will help us continue to develop this technology and take it to new markets while strengthening our leadership position in our existing markets.”

Glen Magee of ComOp, added: “We invest in companies that develop innovative technology to streamline processes and solve critical problems.

"We immediately saw the potential for TripAdmit to drive efficiency in the growing tours and activities market with its industry leading, ground-breaking digital tipping technology. 

"We are thrilled to partner with their highly technical and growth-minded team to help build a successful company that’s  leading the way in travel.”