Social Recommendation App Rayka Launches in San Diego

Rayka, the social recommendation platform for the modern traveler, announced this week the official launch of its new app in San Diego, Denver and Charleston. Previously known as a study abroad planner, Rayka has revamped its platform to help users explore the best places to eat, drink and see both locally and globally, curated by influencers, travel-lovers and residents alike. Described as “if Instagram and Trip Advisor had a baby,” the Rayka app uses images and descriptions to provide recommendations - forgoing the usual 1-5 star ranking system that promotes bias and negativity.

In addition, users can also find city-specific inspiration on the app by following influencers and travel pros they admire or by exploring different groups, including “San Diego’s Features on Diners, Drive-ins and Dives” and "The Best Adrenaline Rushes in San Diego.”

Rayka’s founding team wanted to create an app that pushes people out into the world, rather than deeper into their phone. Co-founders include:

• Sal Lavallo, Head of Strategy and pro traveler - Sal is the youngest American to visit every country in the world.
• Landon Sanford, Charleston-based CEO
• Mikayla Furlan, San Diego-based Head of Marketing
• Drew Koszulinski, Denver-based Head of Design

To learn more, visit Rayka-App.com or follow @Rayka_App.