Yana Trip
Personalized online tour and activities scheduling to the growing number of fully independent korean travelers.
| Date | Investors | Amount | Round |
|---|---|---|---|
| investor | €0.0 | round | |
N/A | Seed | ||
| Total Funding | 000k | ||
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Yana Trip, founded in April 2015 by CEO Yana Cho, initially emerged as an online platform for personalized tours and activities. The founder's personal experience as a backpacker and her 15 years in the tourism industry shaped the company's mission. The name "YANA" serves as an acronym for "You Are Not Alone," reflecting the founder's desire to support independent travelers.
The company's business model has evolved since its inception. Initially, it focused on both business-to-consumer (B2C) and business-to-business (B2B) channels, earning a 10-20% commission on tour sales through its platform. In its early stages, Yana Trip catered primarily to the growing market of independent Korean travelers, offering a wide range of global adventure activities like paragliding, scuba diving, and sightseeing tours. To build its inventory, the company established direct contracts with over 1,500 tour providers worldwide, including major brands like Grayline and Cirque du Soleil.
More recently, Yana Trip has shifted its focus to become a Destination Management Company (DMC) specializing in the Middle East. After expanding operations to the United Arab Emirates in 2022, the company now facilitates travel and events between Korea and countries such as the UAE, Oman, Qatar, and Saudi Arabia. It serves corporate clients, including government-affiliated organizations like KOTRA, by managing everything from travel logistics to exhibitions and business events. The firm also engages in cultural exchange by organizing events and offering Korean cultural experiences to Muslim visitors. Yana Trip operates with a headquarters in Seoul and is led by Gi Hwan Cho.
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