Colorado-based RV camping company, Harvest Hosts has acquired Brit Stops, based in the UK, a press release reported.
"We're excited to take the next step in expanding overseas and welcoming Britstoppers in the UK and Ireland into our global family," Joel Holland, CEO of Harvest Hosts, said. "We instantly bonded with the Brit Stops team over our shared mission to create lasting memories and support local businesses. Now, by combining best practices, platform capabilities and an international network, we're proud to enable RVers (or motorhome tourists as they say overseas) around the world to easily find a safe and unique place to spend the night."
Brit Stops counts with the support of over 1,100 Hosts across the United Kingdom and Ireland. The expansion is part of Harvest Hosts’ effort to expand its presence in the European market. The company works in collaboration with a network of small businesses and farms where they can stay overnight for free while patronizing the local businesses.
Brit Stop users are provided with a book and app that outlines all 1,100 Host locations throughout the United Kingdom and Ireland where they can spend the night while traveling. Since its inception in 2010, the founders, Mandy and Steve Clark, have established a network and community across the UK that is similar to the Harvest Hosts team in North America. Tom Clark, who has been the general manager of the company, will remain on the team.
"We look forward to joining the Harvest Hosts family and bringing their resources, technology and experience in this growing sector to our network," said Steve Clark, co-founder of Brit Stops. "As two companies both committed to bringing travelers unique experiences while also finding ways to support small business, we're thrilled to have found a partner that will continue this mission and help improve the community for both Britstoppers and hosts."
Considering the sudden influx of travelers on UK roads, with recent reports indicating that almost a quarter of the population plans to go on a road trip in 2023, Harvest Hosts has acquired the British company to benefit from this trend and expand its global community of adventure-seekers.
For the time being, Brit Stops will continue operating under its name, and customers in the UK and Ireland who are interested can still purchase their latest guidebook and begin exploring by visiting the company’s website. In the upcoming year, Harvest Hosts plans to further improve the technology used to support its community of travelers.