Local Explorers helps destination marketing organizations (DMOs), tourism bureaus, craft beverage guilds, Main Street districts, and economic development organizations turn visitors into loyal explorers — and foot traffic into measurable results.
Developed by Daruma Tech, our award-winning mobile app platform combines digital passport programs, gamified loyalty rewards, interactive trail maps, trip planning, and real-time deals — all in one fully customizable, white-labeled solution.
What sets us apart:
Local businesses and tourism partners can update their own content instantly through individual admin portals — no IT required, no multiple logins, no frustration. One secure login updates both the app and your website simultaneously. That means fresher content, more engaged visitors, and less burden on your team.
We serve:
✔ Destination Marketing Organizations
✔ Craft Beverage Guilds & Associations
✔ Downtown & Main Street Districts
✔ Chambers of Commerce
✔ Economic Development Authorities
Real results for real communities:
The OcalaMarion Travel Guide App helped drive a record $5.3 million in tourism tax revenue for Marion County, FL. The Rhode Island Brewers Guild passport program generated 869 check-ins across 35 breweries during Craft Beer Week. The Laurel Highlands app has brought an estimated $94,000 in regional economic impact since launch.
Every Local Explorers app is custom-built to reflect your community's unique culture and brand — not a template. And our team provides hands-on support from development through ongoing maintenance.
Helping communities connect visitors to the places that make them special.

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