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Tourist.com compared with PermitSnag
DetailTourist.com logo Tourist.comPermitSnag logo PermitSnag
What it doesGlobal travel discount platform connecting travelers with exclusive local offers Permit and campsite cancellation alerts for outdoor adventures
StageNot given Startup
FoundedNot given 2026
Based inNot given US
Pricing modelFreemium Freemium
PricingBasic (free) plan with digital business card and up to 5% discounts. Tourist Plus €60/year with access to up to 60% off hotels, restaurants, tours, and transport. Free: one alert, checked hourly, email notification, no card required. A la Carte: $19 per permit, checked every minute, includes SMS and Fast Lane link. Pro: $79.99 per year (or $9.99 per month), unlimited alerts, checked every minute, includes SMS, Fast Lane, and lottery pools.
Key features
  • Digital Tourist Card with instant access
  • Browse exclusive discounts from local partners
  • Filter offers by city, category, or discount size
  • Personal travel profile with custom cover and social links
  • Track countries and cities visited on personal map
  • Connect and chat with other travelers
  • Physical card option for offline use
  • Partner location map showing nearby offers
  • Tourist Plus upgrade with premium offers
  • No vouchers or printing required
  • Monitor 753 backcountry permits across US National Parks, National Forests, BLM lands and state parks
  • Track 8,114 campgrounds and 290,252 campsites in all 50 US states
  • Minute-by-minute checks on paid alerts and hourly checks on free alerts
  • Fast Lane link delivers you directly to the official booking page for immediate reservation
  • SMS and email alerts for permit and campsite openings
  • Similar permits feature suggests alternatives when your chosen permit is full
  • Covers Recreation.gov, state park systems, and booking platforms in Canada, New Zealand and Australia
What makes it different
  • Direct connection to local businesses with no middlemen, fees or commissions
  • Access in 195+ countries with 9,800+ partners
  • Digital business card and personal travel identity in one platform
  • Free sign-up with no credit card required
  • Real savings with exclusive local deals unavailable elsewhere
  • Checks 2+ million times monthly and catches thousands of openings that fill in under 6 minutes
  • One engineer, built and operated solo with no investors or co-founders
  • Fast Lane takes you straight to the booking page to book before a spot closes
  • Never stores your credentials or books permits on your behalf
Community votes00
DR (Domain Rating by Ahrefs)62 +1 (up) since last check1 no change since last check
Trust Flow (Majestic)283
Citation Flow (Majestic)6327
Referring domains (Majestic)347029

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