TechBBQ '25 Episode 1: Search is Dead: Why Recommendations Win with André from Tryp.com

Ready to rethink everything you know about travel? In this episode, André from Tryp.com joins us live at TechBBQ 2025 for a candid conversation about disrupting one of the world’s toughest industries.André shares his journey from Lisbon to launching an AI-powered travel platform that’s turning the traditional search model upside down. Discover how Tryp.com leverages a massive database and proprietary AI to recommend the best travel options—without users ever having to search. We dive into what really sets Tryp.com apart from giants like Momondo and Expedia, the viral growth strategies that drove millions of young users to the platform, and why timing is everything in startup success.We also tackle big questions:Is the future of travel all about recommendations, not search?Can sustainability and convenience really go hand in hand?And what does it take to challenge the industry’s biggest players?Bottom line:If you think travel tech is just about finding the cheapest ticket, think again. Tune in for an unfiltered look at innovation, timing, and what it takes to build the next big thing in travel.This episode was presented in collaboration between: TechBBQ | www.techbbq.dkFinaman.ai | www.finaman.aiSilent Events DK | www.silent.dk