Local Discovery Startup ‘Bigfoot’ Adds GenAI for Easy Weekend Planning
Local experience discovery startup Bigfoot is using generative AI to simplify weekend planning. California-based Bigfoot introduced a conversational interface called Littlefoot, which mimics chatting with a knowledgeable friend. This AI chatbot personalizes the user experience, making it easier to find relevant activities nearby.
Littlefoot engages users through back-and-forth text offering curated recommendations for local events, activities, and nightlife. Whether you enjoy a hike with a view followed by a BBQ lunch or a cultural tour of modern art museums paired with a wine tasting, Littlefoot can suggest activities that suit your preferences. The goal is to encourage people to explore and enjoy local experiences.
Bigfoot has built a supply pipeline of over 120,000 events, restaurants, and activities across 160 cities. The startup’s curated database draws from more than 50 trusted sources, ranging from Google Maps data to specialist blogs. By combining this curated content with advanced AI, Littlefoot aims to provide more interesting and contextually relevant recommendations for local activities.
Backed by pre-seed funding from angel investors and early-stage VC firms when it launched in 2022, the app has reached peak usage of 30,000 monthly users. Now, the team is seeking to secure more funding to realize their vision fully. They plan to expand their local discovery platform into an offers platform for small businesses, boosting foot traffic and supporting local economies.
Notably, Bigfoot’s competitive edge lies in its curated supply and hyper-personalization, setting it apart from competitors like Airbnb and Get Your Guide. As the team refines the AI and enhances the user experience, they aim to use new capital to scale operations and maintain growth.
Future plans include connecting with Google Maps and Spotify APIs for better personalization, allowing users to upload notes and map pins for tailored visual plans. Bigfoot’s approach showcases GenAI’s potential to create engaging, personalized local experiences for streamlined weekend planning.
To learn more about Bigfoot, visit its website here.
