About Us
A Top-Rated Travel App Since 2014: The Vacation Countdown Story
The Vacation Countdown App is the original, free travel anticipation tool for iOS and Android, developed in 2014 by Kulana Media Productions LLC. Designed to fuel pre-trip excitement with second-by-second precision, the app is currently trusted by over 6 million users and has celebrated more than 16 million journeys worldwide.Built by a Traveler, for Travelers
We are driven to experience the beauty and wonder of the world around us. The Vacation Countdown App was born in 2014 out of this pure love for travel. On of our founders founder—an avid traveler who has explored over 35 countries—originally created the app for herself to capture the magic and anticipation of the days leading up to a trip. What started as a personal passion project to track her own journeys reached 10,000 users in its first month and has since grown into a global community.Travel Expertise
Our combined history of traveling in over 70 countries and navigating countless airports, hotels, and local sites has made us certified travel junkies. We aren’t just developers; we are practitioners of the travel lifestyle. Now, we are here to pass our knowledge onto you. Over the years, we have gained an in-depth understanding of the most memorable and gorgeous destinations across the globe, but our interests go beyond finding the right locations.Your Partner for a Smoother Journey in 2026
We have a keen interest in learning and passing on the best tricks of the trade to make the journey as smooth as possible, saving you needless costs and making your journey even more comfortable and fun. By integrating these insights into our app—from our custom Vacation Packing Lists to our latest February 2026 update —we give you exactly what you need to make the most of your next trip.
