Blog resource library for tour operators and travel agents
The future of bike tourism in 2021
Offering tourists newfound freedom in this crazy new world of pandemics, flu vaccines and closed borders, bike tourism ticks the boxes for health and wellness, favourability within the domestic travel market, investment injections, sub-niches and dual income potential. Read on to find out why bike tour operators will be well placed in 2021 and beyond.
Understanding the differences between DMOs and DMCs
The terminology and acronyms that fill the tourism industry are enough to give anyone a headache. With destinations being integral to travel, we are using this blog to focus on two groups of experts that you might be unsure of – Destination Management Organisations (DMOs) and Destination Management Companies (DMCs).
How to prepare your tourism business for a COVID-19 vaccine
COVID-19 vaccines are coming and tourism businesses worldwide are finally seeing a light at the end of the tunnel. For many, however, there are still more questions than answers. From timelines and vaccine certificates to rules and regulations; read on to understand what a vaccine means for your tour operator business.
What tour operators need to do to prepare for 2021
Excitement levels have peaked within the tourism industry with the earlier than expected release of coronavirus vaccines. With international travel on the horizon, share prices increasing and borders reopening, continue reading to learn how tour operators can best prepare for 2021 and the inevitable tourism boom.
Why it’s important for tour operators to have control over their content
It may seem like a big investment but taking ownership of text, images and content on your website, social media, promotional material and itineraries can boost the levels of trust travellers have for you as a tour operator. This blog delves into the importance of having control over unique content.
Tourism industry statistics for 2020 and beyond
Keeping your finger on the pulse of industry trends is paramount for tour operators’ survival in today’s world. To help you stay ahead, we have gathered the most valuable industry statistics and trends that will help you make decisions for 2021 and beyond.
Domestic tourism: Marketing your way to success
With domestic travel surging in popularity in the wake of COVID-19, tour operators should be looking to perfect their marketing strategies to fully capitalise on this boom. Evaluating sub-branding and marketing channels, leveraging industry connections, and shaping itineraries to the domestic traveller are key considerations that this blog explores.
What the future holds for safari tour operators
Tourists from around the world are enthralled by the adventure of spotting African wildlife in its natural habitat; for many it is a big bucket list item. Lending itself strongly to bubble travel, the luxury travel market, and greatly influencing conservation efforts in Africa, safari tour operators are well placed to thrive when travel returns.
19+ free online tools for tour operators and travel agents
As a tour operator, your time is beyond valuable. In this blog, we have put together a list of our favourite free resources that look to increase your efficiency and reduce workloads. From itinerary images and social media management, to analytics and browser extensions, click to uncover these fantastic online tools.
5 social media tips for tour operators
As tour operators we understand the need to cut through the noise on social media and stand out from the competition. However, many are unknowingly overlooking a number of ‘quick wins’ that can boost digital engagement. Read on to discover 5 things you can do to take your social media game to a whole new level.