A sparkle of innovation usually starts with someone asking, What if we did this differently? These 10 female founders and co-founders are doing exactly that.

At FutureTravel, we focus on what’s next: the ideas, businesses, and people shaping the industry’s direction. For International Women’s Day, we’re give the spotlight to women whose work deserves attention. They’re solving big, complex problems or refining how we book, move, and experience travel.

We’re using a few emojis to make this list easy to scan:

• 🚀 represents the company name and it’s clickable, taking you directly to their website.
• 👩‍🚀 highlights the female founder (or co-founder) and their name is also clickable, linking to their LinkedIn profile.
• 📍 shows where the company is based.

This way, you can explore their work, connect with them, and see how they’re shaping the future of travel.

These founders are already contributing to the future of travel. Here are the names you should know.

Byway creates personalized, flight-free holidays across the UK and Europe, helping travelers explore by train, ferry, bus, and bike. Focused on slow travel, their trips prioritize scenic routes, unique stays, and local experiences over speed. Byway’s approach makes sustainable travel easy and enjoyable, steering clear of crowded hotspots while offering seamless, well-planned journeys.

Daytrip connects travelers with local, English-speaking drivers for private, door-to-door rides between cities. Instead of just getting from A to B, travelers can stop at interesting places along the way, turning the journey into part of the experience. Operating in over 130 countries, Daytrip makes intercity travel more comfortable and insightful, offering a local’s perspective while ensuring a smooth and safe ride.

GetYourVisa simplifies the visa application process, helping travelers secure tourist and business visas for destinations like the U.S., Australia, and Germany. With an easy-to-use web app, applicants can apply, track progress, and improve approval chances in one place. Whether for individuals or companies, GetYourVisa makes navigating visa requirements less stressful, so travel plans aren’t held back by paperwork.

Holafly provides eSIMs that let travelers stay connected in over 220 destinations without needing a physical SIM card or worrying about roaming fees. Their digital SIMs offer instant activation and unlimited data, making it easy to stay online while traveling. Designed for individuals, businesses, and travel agencies, Holafly’s eSIMs are also an eco-friendly alternative, reducing plastic waste while ensuring hassle-free connectivity.

Kindred is a members-only home-swapping network that lets travelers stay in each other’s homes for free, aside from small service fees. Members earn credits by hosting others, which they can use to book stays in other Kindred homes. Designed for renters and homeowners across North America and Europe, Kindred focuses on trust, community, and affordability—making travel more accessible without the cost of traditional accommodations.

Landfolk is a holiday home marketplace offering handpicked vacation rentals in nature-rich locations across Europe. Founded by former Airbnb employees, the platform focuses on high-quality, scenic stays away from busy cities. Each home is chosen for its unique charm, great hosts, and immersive surroundings. With direct host contact and all-inclusive pricing, Landfolk makes it easy for travelers to enjoy a peaceful escape in Denmark, Norway, Germany, Sweden, and beyond.

Lovetovisit makes it quick and easy to discover and book attractions, events, and experiences across the UK. Founded by twin sisters Georgia and Alice Aubrey, along with tourism expert Fed Pereira, the platform cuts booking times from 18 minutes to under one. With AI-driven recommendations, interactive maps, and exclusive experiences, Lovetovisit helps travelers and locals explore beyond the usual tourist spots, connecting them with unique things to do across the country.

NaviSavi is a video-based travel platform where users can discover, plan, and book trips through short, unedited clips from real travelers. Instead of relying on polished marketing photos, travelers see authentic experiences before they book. Users can also upload videos and earn rewards. Covering over 1,000 destinations in 180+ countries, NaviSavi helps travelers explore with confidence while offering travel brands a library of real user-generated content.

The Trip Boutique combines AI and human expertise to create personalized travel itineraries tailored to individual interests and lifestyles. Since its founding, the company has evolved alongside technology, refining its approach to smarter, more customized trip planning. Travel brands can also integrate its AI-powered recommendations into their platforms, offering travelers seamless, data-driven suggestions for hotels, restaurants, and experiences.

wmnsWORK is the first global business accelerator designed for women and non-binary entrepreneurs in tourism. While not a travel startup itself, it plays a key role in shaping the industry by supporting early-stage founders through expert-led workshops, mentorship, and community. Focused on tourism businesses like hotels and tour operators, wmnsWORK is tackling the industry’s gender gap and equipping more women to lead and innovate in travel.

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