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Tour Operators

Our articles cover a wide range of topics related to multi-day tour operators as well as day trips from tours and activities companies. The archive offers insights into industry trends, including changes in consumer preferences and new technologies impacting the tour operator business. We also cover industry news, such as mergers and acquisitions, regulatory changes, and market analysis. Browse our collection to gain new insights and inspiration for your tour operator business.

Tour Operators

South Africa’s Entrepreneurs Reinvent Tours: From ‘Poorism’ to Authenticity

Daniel Adidwa and Phakamile Hlazo are each building multi-day travel experiences in South Africa. Their stories highlight larger themes about what's next for the sector.

Selene Brophy | 3 weeks ago

Tour Operators

Travel Experiences in Demand: Survey of 18,000 Travelers Reveals Preferences

A massive survey of 18,000 travelers worldwide suggests that 2024 is shaping up to be a year when tours, activities, and experiences are decisive. Now if only marketers will catch up to reality.

Selene Brophy | 4 weeks ago

Online Travel

Google Upgrades Maps With Photo-First Searches of Things to Do

Google's push to visually immersive search on its maps app may boost the discoverability of hidden-gem tours, activities, and museums.

Selene Brophy | 1 month ago

Tour Operators

Australian Adventure Tourism Operator Sees Chinese Tourist Revival

The Chinese traveler's slow return continues to impact global travel. But adventure tourism operators are optimistic they'll be parachuting into newly opened group travel countries like Australia.

Selene Brophy | 1 month ago

News Blog

Consumer Preference for Experiential Gifts Peaks – Survey

A new survey by tours and activities online marketplace GetYourGuide showed American consumers want gifts that allow them to travel and experience the world more. 92% of participants said they prefer receiving experiences over physical gifts, up from 77% last year. The survey, now in its third year, showed marked growth in the desire for…

Selene Brophy | 1 month ago

Tour Operators

Israel Tours Canceled as Operators Remain Cautious

Tour operators are trying to be sensitive to the war conditions currently underway in Israel.

Selene Brophy | 1 month ago

Tour Operators

Black Tomato Adds Luxury Group Travel Line

Group travel is a mixed bag — some love it, others not so much. One luxury tour operator wants to design group travel itineraries suited to individual needs but intended to create a lasting impact within the group.

Selene Brophy | 2 months ago

News Blog

ToursByLocals Appoints Lisa Chen as New CEO

ToursByLocals has appointed Lisa Chen as its new CEO. The leadership change comes as co-founder and former CEO Paul Melhus steps into the role of Executive Chairman of the Board. Chen initially joined the company in February 2023 as president and brings extensive experience from her previous executive roles at Expedia and Disney. With 135…

Selene Brophy | 2 months ago

Tour Operators

Disney Increases Theme Park Ticket and Pass Prices

Disney is taking a different approach to ticket price increases in California compared to Florida, with industry experts suggesting it's strategic.

Selene Brophy | 2 months ago

News Blog

Attraction World Group Acquired by New Investment Company

Attraction World Group (AWG) has been acquired by Montana World Investments, a newly founded international investment group, in a deal facilitated by alternative asset management firm Highmore Group. The terms of the deal were not disclosed, and it is said to allow the UK-based tours and activities distribution and booking platform to expand internationally into industries like "loyalty programs,…

Selene Brophy | 2 months ago