MHA supports Open Destinations to secure growth investment from Insight Partners
November 25th 2025
MHA's corporate finance team advised the shareholders of Open Destinations, travel software and services group, on its investment from US software-specialist, Insight Partners.
Founded in 1998 and with operations in the UK and India, Open Destinations services global tour operators and rail companies including Emirates, Orient Express, Belmond, Intrepid, Top Deck, Queensland Rail and Abercrombie & Kent. Its software platform is a travel-focused ERP facilitating management of products, inventory, pricing, and reservations, which Open Destinations complements with a range of back-office services, including product management, operations, and customer service.
We have built a fantastic team at Open Destinations over the past 25 plus years. Insight’s investment is a testament to this team and represents a new chapter in the history of the company.
"We have worked with MHA for over 20 years and MHA’s expertise and hands-on support were key in delivering this landmark partnership for Open Destinations.
The team’s meticulous approach made the due diligence process seamless, and their incisive commercial advice combined with significant experience in software M&A were key in helping ensure full recognition of shareholder value. We’re grateful for their commitment and professionalism.”
MHA's corporate finance team advised Open Destinations' shareholders on the investment, led by Partner James Lawson and Associate Director George Hipgrave.
"Building on a foundation of years working with the Open Destinations team, we were pleased to help facilitate a transaction which affirms its strong market position and growth outlook. With Insight Partners providing both capital and strategic software expertise, Open Destinations is well-positioned to accelerate innovation and broaden its global footprint."
Insight Partners is a global investor in high-growth tech and software startups, based in New York. It has invested in over 800 companies, with 55 going public. Michael Shephard and Insight Managing Director Peter Segall will join the board of Open Destinations.
