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Afar
AddedFeb 16, 2024
UpdatedJun 18, 2026
Afar

Afar

Series A

San Francisco-based AFAR is a consumer service company offering an online travel guide powered by traveler experiences.

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San Francisco, CA, US
Founded
2007
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Founded in San Francisco, California, AFAR is a consumer service company with a core mission to inspire, empower, and enrich travelers who care about meaningful travel experiences. The company offers an online travel guide that leverages a community of travelers sharing their experiences through photos and videos. AFAR focuses on providing authentic travel insights and recommendations, catering to a market of conscious and engaged travelers.

Notable affiliated individuals include founders Greg Sullivan and Joseph Diaz. AFAR has garnered attention for its unique approach to travel content, emphasizing community-driven insights over traditional travel guides. The company has participated in affiliate marketing programs to sustain its operations and has made a significant impact by fostering a community of informed and conscientious travelers.

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Afar - Quick Facts

Who are Afar's competitors?

Companies similar to Afar include Safarious, Fora, Travel Knowledge and Atlas Obscura.

When was Afar founded?

Afar was founded in 2007.

Where is Afar's headquarters located?

Afar's headquarters is located in San Francisco, CA, US.

When was Afar's last funding round?

Afar's most recent funding round was for $16M (USD) in January 2009.

How much has Afar raised to-date?

As of Jan 1, 2009, Afar has raised a total of $16M (USD).

How many employees does Afar have?

Afar has 30 employees as of Feb 4, 2024.

Afar - Classification

Ownership
  • Private
  • Venture Capital
Geographic Exposure
  • Global
Revenue
  • Advertising
  • Recurring
  • Transactional
Customer
  • Consumers
Main Product
  • Content
  • Travel Guide
Tags
  • eCommerce
  • Media
  • SaaS
NAICS
  • 561510Travel Agencies
  • 560000Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services
  • 561000Administrative and Support Services
  • 561500Travel Arrangement and Reservation Services
SIC
  • 4724Travel Agencies
  • 4700Transportation Services
  • 4720Arrangement Of Passenger Transportation
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SIC
  • 7300Business Services
  • 7380Miscellaneous Business Services
  • 7389Business Services, Not Elsewhere Classified