Adventure travel guides are no strangers to change. In fact, you probably love it. The change in weather and routes is exciting. Having to always be on your toes when outdoors. It’s what drives you. So, it will be less intimidating to learn that there are four aspects of adventure travel that could change your business. We found several studies that show people aren’t coming back to the outdoors, travelers are road tripping to nearby states to get out into nature, there’s a renewed interest in sustainable tourism, and the outdoor industry needs to get diverse and inclusive. Table Of...
Online reservation software is key to the outdoor tourism industry rebounding after the pandemic. It’s a bold statement, but guess what? Do you know who’s going to fuel the outdoor tourism rebound? Youth. Travelers between 18-35 years old. People who use and prefer digital technology. We can nearly do everything without having to talk to someone on the phone. So, which tour provider do you think this group prefers? The one they have to call to book or the one where they can reserve and pay for a hiking trip with a few taps on the screen? It’s no secret...
Having the ability and willingness to diversify revenue and adapt during the COVID-19 area will set your outdoor guiding business apart and ahead from the competition. McKinsey states you need to identify and prioritize revenue opportunities. Then make the choice to do what needs to be done now or move on. It’s imperative to implement these opportunities before the recovery starts so your tour guiding company can execute them quickly. SHAPE Model Use their SHAPE model to rethink your revenue streams, stand out from the competition, and position yourself for the long run: “Start-up mindset”: Start-ups act more than they...
As of today, “When can we travel again?” is the #2 question in Google travel trends. Travel-related searches are starting to rise again so it’s safe to say that people are ready to explore somewhere new.
We don’t necessarily have to go outside to witness how amazing Nature is. We can do it from the comfort of our homes while protecting others. Whether you’re choosing to stay indoors or not, here are some amazing indoor experiences to try:
It’s a great privilege to be able to recreate outside. The most agreed-upon action to take right now is to get outside, but we need to be cautious.