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Headout

Headout

Connects travelers with local experiences and attractions

About

Headout connects travelers with local experiences and attractions in cities worldwide. The platform allows users to discover and book a variety of activities, such as theme park visits, city tours, and cultural experiences, by partnering with local tour operators and experience providers. This makes it easy for travelers to find memorable experiences with just a few clicks. Headout operates on a commission-based revenue model, earning a fee from local providers for each booking made through its platform. This approach benefits both Headout and its partners by increasing bookings and customer satisfaction. The platform enhances the user experience by offering real-time availability, instant booking confirmations, and live chat support with local experts, allowing travelers to plan their activities confidently and easily. Headout's goal is to transform urban experiences by providing travelers with access to the best local activities and attractions.

Company Stage

Series B

Employees

501-1,000

Industries

Consumer Software, Entertainment

Total Funding

$57.7M

Headquarters

N/A

Founded

2015


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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • The recent $30M Series B funding will enable Headout to expand to 500 cities, significantly increasing its market reach and user base.
  • Collaborations with companies like Botpresso to boost organic revenue by over 1000% demonstrate Headout's effective use of data-driven strategies.
  • The acquisition of Dabble and partnerships with Tiqets and Big Red Group indicate strong growth potential and a robust network of industry connections.

What critics are saying

  • The highly competitive travel and tourism market requires continuous innovation to maintain a competitive edge.
  • Dependence on local providers for experiences could lead to inconsistent quality, affecting customer satisfaction.

What makes Headout unique

  • Headout's focus on real-time availability and instant booking confirmations sets it apart from traditional travel agencies that often require advance planning.
  • The acquisition of Dabble to build AI-driven experiences highlights Headout's commitment to leveraging cutting-edge technology for enhanced user experiences.
  • Partnerships with local providers and global platforms like Tiqets ensure a diverse and extensive range of experiences, making Headout a one-stop-shop for travelers.

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Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

4%

1 year growth

11%

2 year growth

68%

Benefits

Unlimited sick leaves including period leaves for women (and transgender people).

Unlimited mental wellness leaves.

No ceiling general leave.

Gender neutral 26 weeks leave for primary caregiver and 30 days for secondary caregiver. Applies for non-natural birth including adoption, surrogacy and same-sex partners.

1. In India, we provide a health insurance **cover for INR 7 lacs** for yourself, your spouse, your children and your parents (up to 6 in total). For other countries, we follow **local best practices**. Details be will be added here shortly.

50% off fitness class memberships.

Medical tele-consultation with doctors [India only].

Wellness programs once a month.

Online health platform(s) subscriptions.

Employee Assistance Program. We've got your back.

1. $500 Headout credits to, you guessed it, head out to any of our experiences around the world.

Paid courses and sessions for your learning & growth.

Access to conferences and meetups.

Community Lunches twice a week across all offices.

Travel across our global offices if your role demands it.

If your role requires you to move countries, we will do whatever it takes to take care of you. We are not limited by any policies when it comes to getting great talent to join us.

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