StyQR joins the Open Tourisme Lab!

The Open Tourisme Lab is a startup accelerator specialising in the tourism sector. Its first cohort of 10 startups was recruited in 2018, for a 12-month acceleration programme. The second cohort has just been unveiled and guess what… StyQR is part of it! ??

An accelerator, what for?The aim of the acceleration programme is to give startups intensive support to help them grow their business!

The Open Tourisme Lab therefore offers tailor-made coaching by experts, preparation for fundraising, introductions to partners and investors, as well as strong visibility (media and trade shows).The selected startupsThe 14 young companies selected for this second cohort alongside StyQR are:

Astragale Connect : a free app and a turnkey solution for showcasing heritage sites.

Cirkwi : publisher of software solutions and distributor of tourist itinerary data.

Dahub : specialist in the intelligent management of tourism data.

Discover France: travel agency specialising in cycling holidays throughout France and Europe.

Edgar : an e-concierge solution that improves the guest experience by connecting a property's guests with nearby activities.

Esus : digital platform automating the bespoke quotation process for professional group organisers.

Feel Object : tactile, interactive map enabling partially sighted and blind people to get around independently.

Influbook: platform connecting influencers, brands and consumers to power social commerce in the tourism sector.

K Prodz: video production agency combining an innovative marketing strategy and content marketing with techniques from the film industry.

Quicktext : AI-based chatbot for hotels.

Spotyride : community marketplace for board sports professionals and enthusiasts.

Valid & Go: hotel booking platform offering exclusive services for business travellers.

Waapi : app offering an all-in-one property management solution for tourist accommodation.

Memory Travel & Event: activity provider specialising in organising stag and hen parties and other events on request (birthdays, marriage proposals, etc.).

So do stay tuned, because plenty of new things are coming soon for StyQR! ?

Thank you to the Open Tourisme Lab and to the Occitanie region for this superb opportunity to grow! ?

Frequently asked questions

What exactly is the Open Tourisme Lab? It's an accelerator programme for startups specialised in the tourism sector. It offers intensive support to young companies, including bespoke coaching by experts, fundraising preparation, introductions to partners and investors, and increased visibility through media and trade shows.

How many startups are in this second cohort? Fourteen startups have been selected for the second cohort, with StyQR as one of them. This cohort is significantly larger than the first, which had ten startups in 2018.

How long is the acceleration programme? The acceleration programme runs for 12 months. During this period, startups receive intensive and ongoing support to develop their business.

What types of startups were selected alongside StyQR? The selected startups cover a wide range of tourism solutions : data management, concierge applications, AI chatbots, video solutions, booking platforms, and specialists in accessibility for visually impaired people. They address different aspects of the tourism experience and accommodation management.

Who supports the Open Tourisme Lab? The Occitanie region supports the programme and has contributed to this excellent development opportunity for StyQR and the other selected startups.

The 14 start-ups in this second cohort cover diverse areas of the tourism sector.

Start-up	Domain	Primary benefit
StyQR	Digital welcome books	Streamline guest arrival and stay experience
Edgar	E-concierge services	Connect clients to local activities
Waapi	Tourism concierge	All-in-one solution for accommodations
Quicktext	AI and chatbot	Enhance hotel customer service
Dahub	Data management	Automate and leverage tourism data
Feel Object	Accessibility	Independent mobility for visually impaired
K Prodz	Video content	Produce cinematic marketing content
Cirkwi	Itinerary data	Distribute tourist routes and trails