Travel Application Polarsteps streamlines journey organization and offers additional features for an optimal travel experience
Polarsteps, a fast-growing travel app based in Amsterdam, is revolutionising the way we document and share our travel experiences. Founded in 2015 by Erik Diepstraten and Michiel van Dijk, Polarsteps has become a popular choice for travellers of all ages due to its intuitive operation.
The app was born during a sailing trip in the Atlantic, and it offers a comprehensive solution for travel planning, tracking, digital diary, and tangible memories. Polarsteps automatically records the route in real-time on a digital world map during travel, allowing users to visualise their journey as it unfolds.
As the journey progresses, Polarsteps automatically creates an interactive travel diary. Users can enhance stops with photos, videos, and thoughts to share with others, making the diary a personal and engaging account of their travels. This feature makes Polarsteps an ideal tool for mindful travel and exchange within a small, familiar circle.
One of the unique aspects of Polarsteps is that only those who are actively invited can read and comment on trips. This feature ensures privacy and a sense of exclusivity, making the app a trusted platform for sharing travel experiences. However, users have the option to make their trips public if they choose to do so.
Polarsteps also simplifies travel planning by allowing fellow travellers to plan together and add hotels to prevent misunderstandings. All travel-related information, such as booking confirmations and accommodation data, is centralized in the app, making it a one-stop solution for travel organisation.
The app's popularity is evident in its user base. Over 15 million people worldwide use the Polarsteps app, with nearly 1.5 million in Germany alone. Many travel plans and influencers already use Polarsteps to inspire others. Grandparents, colleagues, and friends can track and plan trips together, making it an ideal tool for modern adventures.
An international team of over 75 people works at Polarsteps with the goal of making the app an indispensable tool for modern adventures. The app also offers a unique feature where selected people can participate live in the Polarsteps app's personal travel diary, adding another layer of engagement to the shared travel experience.
In addition to its digital offerings, Polarsteps allows the creation of a printed travel book from the digital diary, providing a tangible memento of the journey. With its focus on privacy, exclusivity, and personalised travel experiences, Polarsteps is undoubtedly a game-changer in the travel app industry.
