Get verified on RootsTravel
RootsTravel indexes verified local operators offering direct booking. No OTAs. No intermediaries.
Most operators in our index are discovered through our TPDI methodology, based on direct observation in Google search results. If your business is not visible there yet, you can request a manual verification.
If approved, you will be:
- listed on rootstravel.io
- included in our open dataset and API
- discoverable by AI agents such as ChatGPT, Perplexity, and Google AI
- assigned an ARI score measuring your readiness for AI discovery
What we verify
We review your website to confirm that: you operate the service yourself; users can book directly with you, either through a booking engine, a booking form, or direct contact by email, phone, or WhatsApp.
If your website mainly resells third-party tours, stays, or experiences, your submission will be rejected.
Verification request — $29
This fee covers a one-time manual review of your website by a human using the TPDI methodology. It is not a subscription. Approval is not guaranteed.
If your submission does not meet our criteria for a verified direct operator, it will be rejected and no refund will be issued.