Ethos & values

Time well traveled

Kumquat ethos & values

Your time is too precious for noise

Most travel apps waste your time with sponsored content and booking links.

We're different.

Kumquat is built for experienced travelers who know that every moment abroad is precious.

Zero affiliate links or ads

Our recommendations come from quality, not commissions

Premium tools

Three integrated products that optimize your travel experience

Transparent model

Simple pricing that puts your travel first

Built for sophisticated travelers

We serve curious North American travelers who've been around the block — literally. You've visited Europe multiple times. You know the basics. Now you want something more: authentic experiences that go beyond tourist traps, tools that respect your time, and recommendations you can trust.

Three tools, one mission

We've built three interconnected tools to transform how you travel

Boards

Discover authentically

Collect ideas, collaborate with friends, and create wish lists. Automatically convert to a Trip.

Trips

Plan flexibly

Organize plans, visualize on maps, and prioritize activities. Plan with as much or as little detail as you want.

Companion

Be present

Explore with flexible daily schedules based on your must-do list, with real-time route optimization and recommendations.

More than an app, a travel philosophy

Travel isn't about checking boxes. It's about meaningful experiences, genuine discoveries, and making the most of your limited time abroad. We're obsessed with helping you do exactly that.

We're self-funded and proud of it. This independence allows us to focus entirely on what experienced travelers actually need — not what advertisers want to sell. Our business model is simple: we provide premium tools that maximize your travel time, and you support us through direct subscriptions.

Time is precious. Let's make it extraordinary.