Wetime, a Belgian startup specializing in travel technology, is making waves with its AI-driven platform that personalizes travel plans, showing a 30% higher conversion rate compared to conventional tools. The company is currently seeking its first round of investment at notable events like the Startup Grind Global 2024 and Collision Growth Summit, aiming to showcase its unique technology and expand its network within the travel and tech ecosystems.
Developed from the ground up, Wetime's AI platform has transitioned from initial concepts in excel sheets to a sophisticated system powered by TensorFlow. This platform stands out by offering recommendations that are not just broad but are deeply tailored to the traveler's specific preferences, including group dynamics, budget, activities, dining, and accommodation choices. Such detailed personalization significantly enhances the travel planning and experience.
Sietse Schelpe, CEO and Co-founder of Wetime, shared the motivation behind the platform, noting the decline in personalized service across the travel industry. 'Our technology enables service providers to deliver personalized, informed recommendations, thereby improving service standards and enriching the traveler's experience,' Schelpe explained.
In a market flooded with applications utilizing generative AI, Wetime distinguishes itself by focusing on a data-driven understanding of the traveler's journey. Schelpe emphasizes, 'True personalization in travel requires a nuanced grasp of the traveler's preferences and context, something our AI is specifically designed to achieve.'
Wetime has already forged partnerships with industry giants such as Packet Ship and Vodafone, highlighting the platform's capabilities and the trust it has earned. Jan Pieter Gerritsen of Packet Ship commended Wetime's innovative approach, stating, 'Wetime's deep understanding of travelers and their needs adds immense value to the travel experience.'
As Wetime prepares to represent Belgian innovation on a global stage, the startup is focused on securing strategic investments and partnerships to further refine and enhance its AI platform, marking a significant step forward in the evolution of travel technology.
