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Zewdi

Berlin, Berlin, Germany

Company website

https://www.zewdi.de/en

Number of employees

0 - 1 employees

Description

Our company Zewdi is poised to revolutionize the travel and hospitality industry with a forward-thinking vision. We are developing an innovative travel and hospitality platform dedicated to serving African Descendants and other marginalized groups. Our platform will provide a safe, inclusive, and culturally immersive space for individuals to explore and experience different destinations.

Key Features of Our Future Platform:

1. Virtual Experiences: Our platform will leverage cutting-edge technologies, including virtual reality (VR) and augmented reality (AR), to offer immersive virtual experiences. Users will be able to embark on virtual tours, interact with local hosts, and engage in culturally significant activities without the need for extensive travel or high costs.

2. Curated Analogue Experiences: In addition to virtual offerings, we will curate a diverse range of analogue experiences that authentically showcase the culture, heritage, and traditions of the destinations. These experiences will be carefully selected and designed to cater to the unique interests and preferences of our target audience.

3. Inclusive Design: Our platform will prioritize inclusive design principles, ensuring that individuals with disabilities can fully participate in and enjoy the travel experiences we offer. Accessibility features, such as closed captions, audio descriptions, and tactile elements, will be integrated to create a truly inclusive environment.

4. User-Friendly Interface: We recognize the importance of a seamless user experience. Our platform will feature a user-friendly interface with intuitive navigation, allowing users to easily search for, book, and manage their travel experiences. We will leverage UI/UX design best practices to ensure a delightful and engaging user journey.

5. Empowering Hosts: We will empower local hosts to create and monetize their own virtual and analogue experiences through our platform. Our all-inclusive content management system (CMS) will provide a simple and streamlined process for hosts to showcase their offerings, manage bookings, and connect with travelers.

6. Cultural Representation and Impact: Our platform will prioritize cultural representation, promoting diverse voices and perspectives. We aim to contribute to the economic growth of local communities by partnering with local businesses and supporting sustainable tourism practices.

7. Expansion and Partnerships: As we gain traction and refine our offerings, we envision expanding our platform to multiple destinations, providing a comprehensive range of culturally immersive experiences worldwide. We will actively seek strategic partnerships with travel industry stakeholders, technology innovators, and cultural organizations to enhance our platform's offerings and reach.

With our future platform, we aspire to become the go-to travel and hospitality platform for African Descendants and other marginalized groups, connecting them with authentic cultural experiences and fostering a more inclusive and diverse travel landscape.

Industries

Business services Environment Travel & tourism

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Springboard | UI/UX Design Project + Zewdi from Berlin, Germany

What is the problem your company is trying to solve by having this work done? What are your criteria for success? Problem:The current travel and hospitality industry lacks adequate representation and inclusivity for African Descendants and other marginalized groups. This leads to several challenges and limitations:1. Discrimination and Bias: African Descendants face discrimination and bias when booking travel accommodations, resulting in limited options and subpar experiences. This hampers their ability to enjoy and explore new destinations.2. Cultural Relevance: African Descendants often struggle to find travel experiences that align with their cultural interests and preferences. Existing platforms fail to offer a diverse range of culturally immersive experiences, hindering the exploration of their heritage and identity.3. Limited Accessibility: People with disabilities and those facing financial constraints also face barriers in experiencing different cultures. The high costs associated with international travel, including flights and accommodation, can be prohibitive.4. Missed Revenue Opportunities: The current travel and hospitality industry overlooks the potential of catering to the African Descendant market. By failing to address their unique needs and interests, businesses miss out on significant revenue opportunities and growth potential.Our Solution:To address these challenges, our company aims to develop a comprehensive African Descendant travel and hospitality platform that offers both virtual and analogue experiences. Our platform will have the following criteria for success:1. Inclusivity: We will create a safe and inclusive space where African Descendants, people with disabilities, and minority groups can explore and experience different cultures without the need for extensive travel or high costs.2. Cultural Immersion: Our platform will curate and provide a diverse range of culturally immersive experiences, ensuring African Descendants can connect with their heritage and explore their cultural interests.3. Virtual Platform: Through our virtual platform, users will be able to access and enjoy virtual tours, experiences, and interactions that replicate the feel and essence of a particular destination. This will be enabled by our user-friendly CMS platform, empowering hosts to create and monetize virtual experiences easily.4. Analog Experiences: For those able to travel, our platform will provide a comprehensive search and booking system, prioritizing experiences that meet the needs and safety requirements of African Descendants and other marginalized groups.By addressing these gaps, we seek to revolutionize the travel and hospitality industry, fostering inclusivity, cultural appreciation, and revenue opportunities for businesses and individuals alike.Criteria for Success:Development of Prototype: The successful completion of a functional prototype for our virtual and analogue travel platform will be a significant milestone. This prototype will showcase the core features and functionality of the platform, allowing us to demonstrate its potential to investors.

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