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UNWTO Award - Hyperlocal

Hyperlocal is a United Nations and UNWTO winning project for promoting diversity and culture in tourism since 2022.

UNWTO Award - Hyperlocal
Hyperlocal - The 21st Century Travl Brand

Travel Deeper

We believe that the most life-changing moments always take place geographically somewhere else- on the move, away from home, when we travel, and wander curiously. 

Our mission is to create a world where anyone can experience anything imaginable & feel local anywhere possible. 

At Hyperlocal, we firmly believe in transforming travel experiences into purposeful journeys- that feel truly meaningful to the travellers, respectful to the locals, and impactful to the destinations. 

The Hyperlocal difference

Featuring our global network of chefs, artists, and local topic experts.

Curated by local creators

Hyperlocal - Creator's guides

Exclusive access to can't-do-it-yourself activities, led by the best tour organizers.

Hosted by the best tour organizers

Hyperlocal - Our tour organizer partners

We work together with communities to co-create truly local experiences.

Beyond touristy activities

Hyperlocal - Beyond touristy topics

Trips are designed & tested by tastemakers for safety and hassle-free travel.

Comfortable itinerary

Hyperlocal - Enjoy comfortable itinerary

We partner with a third- party bank to handle payments & returns.

Book with confidence

Hyperlocal - Book with confidence

We are backed by UNWTO, and more than 10 tourism bodies worldwide.

Global reputation and network

Hyperlocal Global

Our story

It all started in in 2015.

Hyperlocal - Our story
Hyperlocal - Our story

Sevo Widodo took his first solo trip, moved to Brazil, and fell in love with travel forever.

Hyperlocal - Our story
Hyperlocal - Our story

He went on to visit 85 countries, and reside in ten of them, most recently being Kenya, Portugal & Germany.

Hyperlocal - Our story
Hyperlocal - Our story

The idea of creating a 'live-like-a-local' platform was born during a motorcycle ride in Uganda.

Hyperlocal - Our story
Hyperlocal - Our story

Sevo tested the concept by building the Siliconbali project in Portugal.

Hyperlocal - Our story
Hyperlocal - Our story

In 2021, the project won United Nations' largest prize for cultural tourism, out of more than 10,000 projects.

Hyperlocal - Our story
Hyperlocal - Our story

Sevo was awarded a full-scholarship from UNWTO, and took a sabbatical year in Paris to study hospitality with star chef Alain Ducasse.

Hyperlocal - Our story
Hyperlocal - Our story

Hyperlocal was born, under the mentorship from UNWTO and Sommet Education.

Hyperlocal - Our story
Hyperlocal - Our story

The first content for Guides launched in Paris, Milan, and Berlin.

Hyperlocal - Our story
Hyperlocal - Our story

Featuring the world's best chefs: Massimo Bottura and René Frank.

Hyperlocal - Our story
Hyperlocal - Our story

Dubai Tourism came on board, and Hyperlocal relocated to the UAE in 2022.

Hyperlocal - Our story
Hyperlocal - Our story

We launched Tours, with more than 150 bookable tourist activities in the UAE.

Hyperlocal - Our story
Hyperlocal - Our story

The first series of Hyperlocal Trips launched in Togo, Guatemala, and Indonesia.

Hyperlocal - Our story
Hyperlocal - Our story

Hyperlocal Sabbatical launched Lisbon - partnering with Inlife to provide monthly stay packages.

Hyperlocal - Our story
Hyperlocal - Our story

And more to come. Follow the Hyperlocal journey.

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