Making travel more accessible for international students.
Founder(s) name: Manisha Kaur
Company Name: Kaizen Travel
Industry Sector: Tour Operator
Our Brand/Product: Kaizen Travel Ltd is on a mission to make travelling the UK more accessible, exciting, and enriching for international students. We organise monthly weekend trips filled with curated activities, cultural experiences, and built-in community, all designed to take the stress out of travel planning.
Whether it's your first time seeing Stonehenge or strolling through the Scottish Highlands, Kaizen makes every journey meaningful, effortless, and unforgettable.
Our Story: As an international student at the University of Birmingham’s Dubai campus, I constantly heard peers talk about wanting to explore more - but struggling to find the time, knowledge, or confidence to make it happen. I experienced this first-hand: being abroad was exciting but also isolating. There were so many places I wanted to see, but the logistics always got in the way.
In a market that spans national operators targeting UK residents to small operators who allow students to experience nightlife across Europe, what I was searching for was a provider focused on curated travel that fosters connection between students and the place they have chosen to call home.
Kaizen Travel Ltd was born from the belief that exploration should feel easy and empowering, not overwhelming. We exist to give international students the experiences they dreamed of when they chose to study abroad.
Next Phase: Through Elevate, I hope to strengthen the operational backbone of Kaizen Travel and turn what has already proven to be a meaningful concept into a scalable, high-impact venture.
The next phase includes:
• Partnering with universities and student unions to expand our reach
• Building a digital platform to streamline bookings and communication
• Establishing a repeatable model that can be rolled out across multiple UK cities
We want to create a business that grows with its community - continuously improving, just like the philosophy behind our name.
Get Involved: Kaizen Travel Ltd is currently open to investment opportunities to support its next stage of growth.
We are seeking an initial £20,000–£25,000 to:
• Grow our marketing efforts and reach more international students across the UK
• Develop a user-friendly online booking and communications platform
• Increase trip capacity and launch in two additional cities
• Build strategic partnerships with cultural and educational institutions
If you’re interested in supporting a business that combines travel, education, and empowerment, with a strong potential for social impact and commercial growth, we’d love to hear from you.
For a comprehensive breakdown of the funding plan, please email us at kaizentraveluk@gmail.com.
Email: kaizentraveluk@gmail.com
Phone: (+44) 7581125824
Website: www.kaizentravel.co.uk