Competition entries open 1st May. Entries will close at 23.59 BST May 22nd. Videos must be 20MB or less.
Win $10,000 and the Accelerator Package
Got an experience idea? Pitch it. Win $10,000.
The Bókun Launchpad is a Dragon’s Den-style competition for experience operators based in Europe. Put your next bestseller on the table - and we’ll help bring it to life.
Competition runs from 1 May to 22 May 2026.
Got an experience that could be the next big seller? Pitch it to us.
We review every eligible entry, shortlist our favourites, then invite selected operators to a live 5-minute virtual pitch with our expert panel, followed by 10 minutes of Q&A. Here's what to do...
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You must be an experience operator based in Europe
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Record a 60-90 second video pitching a new experience you want to launch (max 20MB)
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Tell us who’s your experience is for, what makes it special and why now
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Upload your video and entry details using the form on this page
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By submitting, you agree to our Terms and Conditions
Terms and Conditions
Win the Launchpad Accelerator Package
This isn’t just a prize - it’s a launchpad for your next bestseller
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$10,000 USD cash prize to bring your idea to life
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12-month free Bókun START subscription and 0% booking fees on the winning experience
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12-month commission-free distribution on the winning product with Viator
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12-month commission-free distribution on the winning product with GetYourGuide
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2 free tickets to Arival 2027 with Spark Point Connection stand (worth €10,000)
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Free 12-month Tourpreneur PRO membership and TripSchool place
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A featured video case study shot by our videographer
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Dedicated support from Bókun and increased marketing from OTA partners
What is the Bókun Launchpad?
The Bókun Launchpad is our competition for European experience operators who are ready to turn their passion into a standout scalable business.
It’s where ambition meets industry backing, real distribution power and serious support.
Think Dragon’s Den for experience operators - judged by some of travel’s biggest names.
Meet the panel
Your idea will be reviewed by a panel of experts from across the experiences industry - including leaders from Viator, GetYourGuide, Arival, Tourpreneur, Travel Trends Podcast and Gray Line. They'll be looking for:
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30 points: Innovative and clearly differentiated
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20 points: Operationally solid and safe to run
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20 points: A strong fit for today’s traveller
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20 points: Commercially sound, with clear growth potential
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10 points: Pitched with clarity, energy and conviction
We’re backing the next standout travel experience. Is it yours?
