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Bedforest is an Online Booking Service That Fuses Travel and Charity

'Bedforest' allows people to book a vacation rental in Indonesia and do charity at the same time.

Indonesia is not just Bali. It's an archipelago that spans three time zones. Each major island has its own distinctive culture, ethnic groups, delicacies and natural beauties. Not to mention the lesser islands. Bedforest offers guests the chance to visit Indonesia and discover richness by booking through Bedforest.

For every booking, a donation is made to charity that the guests can select. For hosts, Bedforest offers a chance to earn money by renting a place and by sharing economy-style, they can actively suggest to their guests what charity they want the donation to go to. Above all, Bedforest strives for a responsible and ethical tourism.
Trend Themes
1. Responsible Tourism - The trend of integrating charitable donations into travel bookings provides an opportunity for responsible tourism.
2. Customized Donations - The trend of allowing guests to select which charity to donate to creates an opportunity for customized donations in the travel industry.
3. Destination Diversity - The trend of promoting less-explored destinations like Indonesia highlights the opportunity for showcasing destination diversity in the travel sector.
Industry Implications
1. Travel and Tourism - The travel and tourism industry can benefit from incorporating charitable donations into bookings, fostering responsible tourism.
2. Online Booking Platforms - Online booking platforms can seize the opportunity to offer customizable charitable donation options, creating a unique selling point.
3. Sharing Economy - The sharing economy industry, specifically in the vacation rental space, can explore the disruptive innovation opportunity of connecting hosts, guests, and charity initiatives.

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