Trivago

About Trivago

Trivago is a hotel search engine used by over 120 million travelers monthly to find their ideal hotel. It compares over 900,000 hotel deals from more than 250 booking sites and hotel chains. Once a traveler finds their ideal hotel, they can proceed to the booking site to complete their reservation. Trivago has a team of over 1100 creative and focused individuals from around the world dedicated to building a straightforward, simple-to-use, and unbiased hotel search. Trivago is a diverse workplace with over 50 nationalities represented. The team includes various talents, from coders to bloggers, all united by a common goal: to enhance their own lives and empower others to do the same. Life at Trivago is comfortable yet inspiring, fostering pride in mutual learning and in simplifying the travel experience globally. The company culture encourages a balance between work and life, acknowledging mistakes as part of the continuous improvement process. Energy is expended wisely, not wasted. Learning opportunities are diverse, including reading in the library, attending guest lecture Academies, or participating in sports teams. The company embraces varied learning experiences, from listening to a Buddhist monk to hosting a hackathon. Reflecting the belief in expending energy wisely, Trivago does not track vacation time or office hours. The company views fixed working hours, a concept from the industrial era, as outdated and irrelevant in today's tech world, seeing no direct correlation between hours spent at a desk and the value of an idea. What makes Trivago unique is its organic and intuitive operational concept, focusing on a balanced, healthy, and efficient work atmosphere with an emphasis on personal development. The company believes that challenging oneself and continuous learning naturally lead to happiness and success. Everyone at Trivago has an equal say and is encouraged to voice their opinions confidently. Open, honest, and authentic communication is paramount. The unique environment is shaped by six company values: Trust, Authenticity, Entrepreneurial Passion, Unwavering Focus, Power of Proof, and Fanatic Learning.