Our Story
Building the future of authentic travel
We believe the best way to explore a city is through the eyes of someone who calls it home.
How it all began
Travlink was born from a simple frustration — as passionate travelers, we were tired of generic, mass-market tours that showed us the "famous" version of Indian cities but missed their true soul.
We knew that the real magic of India lies in its people — the chai wallah who knows every story of his neighborhood, the art historian who can make a 500-year-old fort come alive, the food lover who knows which street stall serves the best vada pav.
So we built travlink: a platform that connects curious travelers with passionate locals for private, authentic, and unforgettable experiences across India.
Our Mission
"Connect every traveler with an authentic local experience"
We're not just a booking platform. We're building a community where cultural exchange creates lasting connections and mutual understanding.
Our Values
Authenticity
We celebrate real, unscripted experiences. No tourist traps, no cookie-cutter tours.
Community
We build bridges between cultures. Every booking creates a genuine human connection.
Safety
Trust is sacred. Every host is personally verified so travelers can explore with confidence.
Sustainability
We support local economies directly. Your spending goes to real people, not corporations.
50k+
Travelers Connected
500+
Verified Hosts
6
Cities & Growing
₹2Cr+
Earned by Hosts
Meet the team
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Soubhagya Panda
Founder & CEO
Travel enthusiast and tech entrepreneur passionate about authentic cultural experiences.
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Arjun Mehta
Co-Founder & CTO
Full-stack engineer with a mission to build technology that brings people together.
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Kavya Sharma
Head of Operations
Operations leader ensuring every host and traveler has an exceptional experience.
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Ravi Krishnan
Head of Trust & Safety
Former security consultant dedicated to making every travlink experience safe.