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| image_caption = Cosmic Scanner | | image_caption = Cosmic Scanner | ||
| type = Travel Tech | | type = Travel Tech | ||
| industry = Travel | | industry = Travel | ||
| founded = August 23, 2023 | | founded = August 23, 2023 | ||
| founder = Aman Bajla , Shrey Bajla | | founder = Aman Bajla , Shrey Bajla | ||
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| owner = Aman Bajla , Shrey Bajla | | owner = Aman Bajla , Shrey Bajla | ||
| website = www.cosmicscanner.com | | website = www.cosmicscanner.com | ||
}} | |hq=Kolkata, West Bengal, India|support_email=info@cosmicpickles.in|legal_entity=Belluga Technologies Private Limited|contact_number=+91 8100220177}} | ||
'''Cosmic Scanner''' is an Indian travel technology platform that operates as an '''online marketplace for curated group trips''' aimed at '''young adults aged 18–35'''. The platform enables solo travelers and friend groups to '''discover, compare, and book group travel experiences''' offered by trusted travel brands. Cosmic Scanner is operated by '''Belluga Technologies Private Limited''', headquartered in '''Kolkata, India'''. | '''Cosmic Scanner''' is an Indian travel technology platform that operates as an '''online marketplace for curated group trips''' aimed at '''young adults aged 18–35'''. The platform enables solo travelers and friend groups to '''discover, compare, and book group travel experiences''' offered by trusted travel brands. Cosmic Scanner is operated by '''Belluga Technologies Private Limited''', headquartered in '''Kolkata, India'''. | ||
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==Key Offerings:== | ==Key Offerings:== | ||
''' | '''Online Group Trip Marketplace''' | ||
''' | '''Solo-Friendly Group Packages''' | ||
''' | ==Trip Types:== | ||
''' | |||
''' | '''Trekking''' | ||
''' | |||
''' | '''Camping''' | ||
'''Bike Trips''' | |||
'''Party & Nightlife Getaways''' | |||
'''Beach Holidays''' | |||
'''Mountain Retreats''' | |||
==Features:== | |||
'''Transparent pricing''' | |||
'''Trip reviews and ratings''' | |||
'''Interest-based filters''' | |||
'''24/7 travel support''' | |||
'''Added protection on bookings''' | |||
==🧭 Mission & Vision== | ==🧭 Mission & Vision== | ||
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'''Vision:''' | '''Vision:''' | ||
To become the leading global hub for group travel among Gen Z and Millennials—empowering users to travel solo, connect socially, and experience curated trips with confidence. | To become the leading global hub for group travel among Gen Z and Millennials—empowering users to travel solo, connect socially, and experience curated trips with confidence. | ||
==📈 Business Model== | ==📈 Business Model== | ||
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'''•''' Charging '''commission per booking''' from travel brands listed on the platform. | '''•''' Charging '''commission per booking''' from travel brands listed on the platform. | ||
'''•''' Offering '''promotional placements''' and '''featured listings''' to partners. | '''•''' Offering '''promotional placements''' and '''featured listings''' to partners. | ||
'''•''' Potential future revenue models include '''subscriptions, loyalty programs''', and '''influencer-curated travel collections'''. | '''•''' Potential future revenue models include '''subscriptions, loyalty programs''', and '''influencer-curated travel collections'''. | ||
==🚀 Traction & Growth== | ==🚀 Traction & Growth== | ||
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'''•''' Partnered with '''10+ verified travel operators''' | '''•''' Partnered with '''10+ verified travel operators''' | ||
'''•''' Reached over '''1,000 early access users''' in beta | '''•''' Reached over '''1,000 early access users''' in beta | ||
'''•''' Achieved a '''25% MoM social media growth rate''' | '''•''' Achieved a '''25% MoM social media growth rate''' | ||
'''•''' Built an active community of travelers via '''Instagram, TikTok, and campus ambassador programs''' | '''•''' Built an active community of travelers via '''Instagram, TikTok, and campus ambassador programs''' | ||
==🎯 Target Audience== | ==🎯 Target Audience== | ||
'''•''' Age Group: '''18–35''' | '''•''' Age Group: '''18–35''' | ||
'''•''' Solo travelers, college students, digital nomads, first-time international travelers | '''•''' Solo travelers, college students, digital nomads, first-time international travelers | ||
'''•''' Tech-savvy, experience-driven individuals who value convenience, community, and curated travel | '''•''' Tech-savvy, experience-driven individuals who value convenience, community, and curated travel | ||
==🛡️ Safety & Support== | ==🛡️ Safety & Support== | ||
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'''•''' Verified operators only | '''•''' Verified operators only | ||
'''•''' Pre-vetted itineraries | '''•''' Pre-vetted itineraries | ||
'''•''' 24/7 travel assistance | '''•''' 24/7 travel assistance | ||
'''•''' Flexible support in case of changes or emergencies | '''•''' Flexible support in case of changes or emergencies | ||
==📲 Platform & Technology== | ==📲 Platform & Technology== | ||
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The platform features a '''mobile-first website design''' with rich visuals, fast UI, and simplified filters for trip discovery. A mobile app is under development for launch in 2025. | The platform features a '''mobile-first website design''' with rich visuals, fast UI, and simplified filters for trip discovery. A mobile app is under development for launch in 2025. | ||
==📰 Media & Press== | ==📰 Media & Press== | ||
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Cosmic Scanner has been featured in youth travel blogs and is being recognized as one of the '''emerging players in India's travel tech sector''' focused on Gen Z group travel. | Cosmic Scanner has been featured in youth travel blogs and is being recognized as one of the '''emerging players in India's travel tech sector''' focused on Gen Z group travel. | ||
= | * [https://www.ahmedabadmirror.com/from-idea-to-impact-cosmic-scanner-is-the-travel-tech-startup-to-watch-in-2025/81893925.html From Idea to Impact: Cosmic Scanner is the Travel Tech Startup to Watch in 2025"] | ||
* [https://www.lokmattimes.com/business/cosmic-scanner-launches-the-ultimate-online-group-trip-marketplace-for-young-adults/ Cosmic Scanner Launches the Ultimate Online Group Trip Marketplace for Young Adults] | |||
* [https://republicnewstoday.com/cosmic-scanner-launches-the-ultimate-online-group-trip-marketplace-for-young-adults/ Cosmic Scanner Launches the Ultimate Online Group Trip Marketplace for Young Adults] | |||
* [https://m.dailyhunt.in/news/india/english/loktej+english-epaper-loktejen/cosmic+scanner+launches+the+ultimate+online+group+trip+marketplace+for+young+adults-newsid-n669790941?sm=Y Cosmic Scanner Launches the Ultimate Online Group Trip Marketplace for Young Adults] | |||
* [https://asiannews.in/cosmic-scanner-launches-the-ultimate-online-group-trip-marketplace-for-young-adults-pnn-digital/ Cosmic Scanner Launches the Ultimate Online Group Trip Marketplace for Young Adults PNN Digital] | |||
* [https://thenewscartel.com/cosmic-scanner-launches-the-ultimate-online-group-trip-marketplace-for-young-adults/ Cosmic Scanner Launches the Ultimate Online Group Trip Marketplace for Young Adults] | |||
* [https://newsradian.com/cosmic-scanner-launches-the-ultimate-online-group-trip-marketplace-for-young-adults/ Cosmic Scanner Launches the Ultimate Online Group Trip Marketplace for Young Adults] | |||
* [https://firstindia.co.in/news/press-releases/cosmic-scanner-launches-indias-first-online-marketplace-dedicated-to-group-trips Cosmic Scanner Launches India’s First Online Marketplace Dedicated to Group Trips] | |||
* [https://city-lights.in/index.php/2025/06/24/cosmic-scanner-launches-the-ultimate-online-group-trip-marketplace-for-young-adults/ Cosmic Scanner Launches the Ultimate Online Group Trip Marketplace for Young Adults] | |||
* [https://www.uniindia.com/news/pnn/story/3501507.html Cosmic Scanner Launches the Ultimate Online Group Trip Marketplace for Young Adults] | |||
==External Links== | ==External Links== | ||
* [www.cosmicscanner.com Official Website] | * [http://www.cosmicscanner.com Official Website] | ||
[[Category:Companies established in 2023]] | [[Category:Companies established in 2023]] | ||