Check In and Chill: The App That Rewards You for Actually Exploring Your Town
Let’s be honest. Most apps want you to sit still. Scroll, tap, swipe, repeat. But what if an app actually encouraged you to get up, get out, and discover the gems in your own backyard?
Enter the Localvore app, your new favorite excuse to explore. Whether you’re traveling to a new town or just looking at your own a little differently, Localvore helps you uncover great local spots, and rewards you for checking them out.
How It Works: Two Simple Ways to Win
1. Check-In Challenges
You might be in town for a festival, a weekend getaway, or just a regular Tuesday. Either way, Localvore runs special check-in challenges where visiting a few featured places can unlock a prize. You open the app, take a quick live photo at each location, and once you’ve completed the challenge, you can redeem your reward—anything from free merch to gift cards to sweet local surprises.
2. Everyday Offers
Even when there’s no active challenge, Localvore users can browse a growing list of ongoing deals at participating businesses. Think: 10% off your favorite sandwich shop, a free coffee with your bagel order, or a BOGO yoga class at that studio you’ve been meaning to try.
Just show the deal on your phone when you’re at the counter. Easy as that.
No points. No punch cards. No confusing systems. Just a good old-fashioned “go there, do the thing” kind of setup.
Why We Love It
Discovery Map has always been about pointing you toward the best local eats, shops, and experiences. Localvore is the perfect sidekick—it helps you explore those places in real life and gives you a little something extra just for showing up.
Right now, the app is live and active only in Vermont, where we’ve been testing challenges and deals with great response. People are loving the nudge to try something new or revisit a favorite, and local businesses are seeing a boost from the added foot traffic.
We’re planning to expand the app to more Discovery Map destinations soon—stay tuned!
Where to Start
Download the Localvore app from your app store, allow location access, and you’ll see what’s happening nearby, challenges, deals, and everything in between. If you’re in Vermont, it’s ready to go. If not, hang tight—we’re just getting started.
