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Directo raises $1M in seed funding led by Kima Ventures, Calafia, and Derive Ventures

PRIVATEJun 27, 2024

Amount Raised

$1 Million

Round Type

Seed

MadridHospitalityLeisureHotelTravelTourismTravel Accommodations

Investors

Derive VenturesCalafiaKima Ventures

Description

Spanish-founded Directo has raised $1M in seed funding for its travel price comparison software. The round saw participation from French VC firm Kima Ventures, Calafia, an angel group of Global Female Tech Leaders, and travel specialist fund Derive Ventures, alongside 26 angel investors.

Quick answer

Directo raised $1 Million in a Seed round, dated June 27, 2024. Investors: Derive Ventures, Calafia and Kima Ventures. Directo is based in Madrid, Community Of Madrid, Spain.

How much did Directo raise?
Directo raised $1 Million in a Seed round on June 27, 2024.
Who invested in Directo?
Derive Ventures, Calafia and Kima Ventures are named as investors in this round.
What does Directo do?
Directo is a Spanish-founded traveltech company that offers a Chrome extension for commission-free accommodation deal comparisons.
Where is Directo based and how big is it?
Directo is based in Madrid, Community Of Madrid, Spain. Fundz records about 2 employees.
Who are the decision-makers at Directo?
Fundz holds 1 contact at Directo. Names and contact details are shown to Fundz members.

Source: Fundz verified event record.

Who else raised in Hospitality and Leisure around the same time

Companies in the same sectors as Directo that raised within 45 days of this round, from Fundz verified event records.

  • Exoticca raised $65M (Series D) on July 24, 2024.
  • Mast Vacation Partners raised $33K (Pre-Seed) on July 23, 2024.
  • Former LOGE Hotel raised $7M on July 19, 2024.
  • Byway raised $6.4M (Series A) on July 9, 2024.
  • Heidi raised $7.3M (Funding Round) on June 27, 2024.
  • Ixigo raised $20M (Pre-Seed) on June 7, 2024.

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Company Information

Company

Directo

Location

Madrid, Community Of Madrid, Spain

About

Directo is a Spanish-founded traveltech company that offers a Chrome extension for commission-free accommodation deal comparisons. The company aims to operate as a travelers’ club where users can share, access, and rate direct hotel and short-term rental deals. Directo was founded by Pierre Becerril, Julian Toledo, Sofia Canepa, and Marina Guastavino, who have extensive experience in the travel and direct-to-consumer marketing industries.

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