OUR
STORY
We’re on a mission to make travel planning effortless and accessible for everyone. Born from our own frustrations with complicated travel planning, ZipTrip combines AI innovation with a genuine love for exploration.
Why We Built
ZipTrip
It started with a simple frustration. We were planning trips, excited about the adventures ahead, but drowning in spreadsheets, browser tabs, and endless research. We had credit cards with amazing perks sitting unused, points expiring, and no easy way to know if we were getting the best value.
We realized that while AI was transforming industries everywhere, travel planning was still stuck in the past. So we asked ourselves: What if there was an AI that could understand your travel style, maximize your credit card benefits, and create perfect itineraries in minutes instead of hours? That question became ZipTrip—your personal AI travel concierge that makes exploring the world effortless.
The Problem
We were frustrated with credit card perks that went unused, travel planning that consumed weekends, and the nagging feeling that we were leaving value on the table with every trip we took.
The Solution
So we built ZipTrip an AI travel concierge that combines your interests, your budget, and your credit card rewards to create perfectly optimized travel experiences. No more missed opportunities. No more wasted perks. Just smarter, better travel.
Join Our Journey
Chris Merlo
CEO & Co-Founder
Chris brings over 15 years of experience in tech startups and has successfully built and scaled three companies. His vision for ZipTrip stems from countless frustrating travel planning experiences and the belief that AI can make travel accessible and enjoyable for everyone. When he's not building ZipTrip, you'll find him exploring hidden gems around the world.
Brent Merlo
Co-Founder & CTO
Our
Team
Syed Kazmi
Managing Director
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Ashley Copeland
Creative Director
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What We
Believe
Our
Team
Our
Vision
Innovation First
Continuously pushing the boundaries of AI to create smarter, faster, and more intuitive travel experiences.
Community Driven
Building a global community of travelers who inspire, share insights, and help each other explore the world.
Excellence Always
Committed to delivering exceptional quality in every feature, interaction, and travel recommendation.
Traveler-First
Every decision we make starts with what's best for our travelers. Your experience is our priority.
Innovation
We leverage cutting-edge AI to solve real travel problems and create magical experiences.
Community
We're building a community of smart travelers who share insights and inspire each other.
Transparency
Honest recommendations, clear pricing, and no hidden agendas. Your trust matters to us.
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