30 Sundays Raises $6.95 Million in Series A Funding
30 Sundays, a Gurugram-based company specializing in personalized international tours and accommodations for couples, has successfully raised $6.95 million (approximately Rs 61 crore) in a Series A funding round. This round was led by Bessemer Venture Partners, with additional participation from Info Edge Ventures and Eximius Ventures.
Founders and Vision
The company was founded by Kshitij Chaudhary, who serves as the CEO, and Anuj Punjani, the co-founder. Chaudhary, an alumnus of IIT Delhi and a former BCG consultant, emphasized the company's mission to simplify holiday planning: "Every customer gets a trip designed around them, sees exactly what they’re paying for, and has a guide in their pocket the moment they land."
Innovative Travel Solutions
30 Sundays positions itself as a full-stack, AI-native journey planner, aiming to simplify the traditionally cumbersome process of travel planning. The platform is designed to replace the opaque and static procedures of traditional travel agencies with a more dynamic, video-first, conversational interface. By focusing on the needs of couples, particularly for honeymoons, anniversaries, and special celebrations, the company aims to provide a seamless travel planning experience.
Strategic Use of Funds
The newly acquired funds will be used to bolster the company’s AI-driven operations and expand its offerings. The company plans to enhance its video-first, conversational interface, which aims to make travel planning more transparent and efficient. Additionally, the funding will support the expansion of their services across new destinations.
Current Operations and Market Performance
Since its inception, 30 Sundays has scaled profitably, achieving an annualized gross booking value run-rate of about Rs 200 crore. The platform currently operates across four popular destinations: Bali, Vietnam, Maldives, and Thailand. With a Net Promoter Score (NPS) of 67 and a Google rating of 4.6, the company has demonstrated significant customer satisfaction.
Investors and Market Outlook
The involvement of Bessemer Venture Partners, along with Info Edge Ventures and Eximius Ventures, highlights strong investor confidence in 30 Sundays' business model and growth prospects. As the company continues to innovate and expand, it aims to capture a larger share of the recreational travel market by focusing on AI-driven, customer-centric solutions.
With this latest funding round, 30 Sundays is well-positioned to continue its growth trajectory, enhancing the way couples plan and experience their special trips.