Tag: Walking tours

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How to sell guidebooks with tour operator reservation software

All too often busy tour operators miss out on the extra revenue guidebooks generate, presuming the production and distribution is cost prohibitive. But the latest in self-publishing tools and tour operator reservation software make producing and selling guidebooks easier than ever. Here’s how to do it…. The Reference Standard Paul Bland’s ‘The Savannah Walking Tour…
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The Business of Autumn Leaf Color Guided Tours

It’s almost that time of year when bookings for autumn leaf color guided tours become priority one for locals and tourists alike – is your tour reservation software ready? “To everything there is a season, turn, turn…” As the famous Byrd’s song says, for everything there is a season…and soon it will be the season when the…
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How-To Get More Guided Tour Bookings: Tea Time

Stopping for for refreshments is already a part of your guided tour, but did you know that can become a special event all by itself? Tea connoisseurs have the will and the means to go on tours that feature – or are entirely built around – fine tea. Here’s how to tap into this new trend using…
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Tour Guide Booking Software How-To: VIPs

Kept almost in secret, big theme parks offer high-end VIP guided tour experiences that can be adapted to your tour. It all starts with your choice in tour guide booking software. Here’s how… Learn From The Big Parks In the competitive guided tour market, tour operators are always on the lookout for that something extra that will…
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Walking Tour Software: Tour Guides Are Storytellers

The ancient art of storytelling dates back to before recorded history often by traveling bards. Back then, story telling brought both news and entertainment to far flung locations. Today’s walking tour guide engages in the art of storytelling to “wow” audiences for entertainment or enlightenment. This post looks at why the art of storytelling is such…
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Tour Guide Management Software

Tour Guide Management Software How-to: Unusual Tours

Even though a tour is considered “unusual”, it’s not unusual for alternative or quirky guided tours to be very successful businesses when properly marketed. Here are some examples, as well as how to get more bookings with tour guide management software. ABBA Walk Tourism, both domestic and international, is about to peak over the next few…
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Recoup Costs Faster with Guided Tour Booking Software

After a recent court ruling in Washington D.C., the cost of being a tour guide will not be going down anytime soon. The ever increasing overhead means that tour guides must find a way to recoup those costs as quickly as possible – one way to do that is with tour guide booking software. Court Ruling: Licensing…
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Hot Right Now: Zip Line Reservation Systems

Zip line tours are THE hot activity right now. New zip line courses are opening everyday and established ones are expanding in size. As Summer draws near, demand for the popular activity will only increase – is your zip line reservation system ready? Zip Line Mecca To get an idea of just how hot zip line…
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Software for walking tour operators - Revving up for the new season

Another busy walking tour season is about to begin and operators all over the country are revving-up for the rush. Here is a look at different techniques you can use to stand out from the crowd and tips on software for walking tour operators. Celebrity Excitement The month of May inspires people to get outside and enjoy…
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What Is The Best Tour Operator Software For Your Business?

A frequently asked question is “What is the best tour operator software?” Well, that depends on your unique business circumstances, of course. But a good place to start is by choosing one that saves you time and money. Here is a quick list for your consideration.