# Charitable Travel Platforms 'Kind Traveler' is a Booking Platform That Supports Local Causes By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2016-08-05 | Social Good Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/booking-platform References: [psfk](http://www.psfk.com/2016/08/empowers-travelers-to-do-good.html) & [kindtraveler](https://www.kindtraveler.com/) Like any [travel-booking platform](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/share-trips), 'Kind Traveler' makes it easy for travelers to easily arrange accommodations—but this service also goes above and beyond this simple service by offering a charitable twist. After choosing a destination, the "[give + get](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wingtap)" booking platform makes it possible for people to choose a cause that they're passionate about and make a [charitable donation](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/givinggpt) in order to help that specific area thrive. Kind Traveler CEO and Co-Founder Jessica Blotter says that: "Our win-win platform offers solutions for everyone." Hotels are able to connect with cause-minded consumers and expand their CSR programs, while consumers are able to enjoy exclusive deals and the feeling of doing something good. Finally, donations are made in full to charities, which will play a part in advancing causes for children, disaster relief, health and more. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.0/10 - Popularity: 67% | Activity: 76% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Social Good](https://www.trendhunter.com/socialgood) > [Charity](https://www.trendhunter.com/charity) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Charitable Travel:** There is an opportunity to disrupt the travel industry by incorporating charitable giving into the booking process. - **Social Impact Tourism:** The concept of traveling with a purpose and supporting local causes can revolutionize the tourism industry. - **CSR Integration:** Businesses can benefit from integrating corporate social responsibility (CSR) programs into their operations, attracting cause-minded consumers. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Travel and Hospitality:** The travel and hospitality industry is ripe for disruptive innovation that incorporates charitable giving and social impact tourism. - **Non-profit and Charities:** Non-profit organizations can leverage the concept of charitable travel to support their causes and attract donations. - **Technology and E-commerce:** The development of charitable travel platforms requires technology and e-commerce expertise to create seamless booking experiences with integrated donations. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Instant Accommodation Bookings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/online-travel-agent.md) - [Family Homestay Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/homestays-with-kids.md) - [Traveler Marketing Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kofluence.md) - [Travel Rewards Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hostel-hop.md) - [Charitable Shopping Assistants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/give-freely.md) - [Kindness Generator Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bekindnow.md) - [Charity Donation Discovery](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/charityexplorer.md) - [Compassionate Travel Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vegius.md) - [Luxury Adventure Travel Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/luxury-adventure-travel.md)