Avendi

Avendi Local is building the world’s largest gift shop — one city at a time. We help travelers discover trending local brands they’d otherwise miss — making souvenir shopping an intentional, engaging part of the journey rather than a last-minute airport chore. With hyper-local curation and a seamless platform, travelers can browse and order with ease — and receive their gifts within a few hours, often before their next outing. Starting from the foothills of the Himalayas in Kathmandu, Nepal, we’re focused on regional destinations across Asia — places rich in culture and experiencing a resurgence in inbound tourism post-COVID, yet often overlooked by global platforms. Our tech streamlines vendor onboarding, delivery, and payouts, making it easy for emerging local brands to connect with a global audience. By partnering with hotels and travel platforms, we embed ourselves deeply in each destination — transforming local access into global scale. City by city, these partnerships are powering our journey to become the world’s largest gift shop.