Fatal mistake: COVID eliminated 90% of Colombian tourism in 2020; Series B was in final negotiations when lockdowns began; travel sector financing froze globally
Evaluating only TravelCOL’s profile at its peak — without knowing the outcome — the model ranked Macro / political as the #1 likely cause. Documented cause: External shock.
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FOUNDING
FUNDING
MILESTONE
CRISIS
SHUTDOWN
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Documented cause
TravelCOL built domestic and Caribbean travel bookings for Colombian consumers and corporate clients, growing to $5M GMV. COVID-19 eliminated 90% of Colombian travel demand in 2020. The company's Series B was in final diligence when lockdowns began. Travel sector VCs globally froze new investments. TravelCOL survived 18 months on minimal revenue before dissolving.
Lesson
“Travel companies must secure pandemic insurance or a credit facility before closing Series A — bridge financing must be pre-arranged for travel sector force majeure events.”
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Market Exit
📉 MEDIUM
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Brand
Fatal mistake
COVID eliminated 90% of Colombian tourism in 2020; Series B was in final negotiations when lockdowns began; travel sector financing froze globally
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