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Podcast episodes, webinar recaps and practical takeaways from the operators and experts shaping the tour and activity industry.

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  • Ep. 220 — The Environmental Crisis Impacting the Travel Industry

    Today we are diving deep into a pressing issue that is impacting the travel industry in a profound way: the environmental crisis. And joining us today is the insightful Stuart McDonald, founder of one of Southeast Asia’s most trusted travel resources. In this episode, Stuart delves into the often-overlooked complexities…

  • Ep. 219 — Promoting Safety in Women’s Travel

    In this episode, Christy Hunter, Samantha Hardcastle and Sandra Weinacht delve deep into the topic of women’s safety while traveling and explore various strategies and experiences that can help ensure a secure and enjoyable trip. From being hyperaware while exploring new destinations to finding safe havens and familiar items, our…

  • Ep. 218 — Multi-day Marketing, Websites that Convert, and Tour Design

    Mat Newton and Mitch Bach dive deep into the world of marketing, website design, and customer experiences. Mat shares his expertise on building effective websites and lessons learned from working with operators. From the importance of well-written itineraries to understanding the mindset of visitors, this episode is packed with valuable…

  • Ep. 217 — Tourpreneur Roundup: Looking Ahead to 2023

    Chris Torres, Mitch Bach, and Peter Syme as they delve into the reflections and insights shared by tour operators in their Facebook group. With Mitch posing the thought-provoking question of how to describe 2022 in one word, the responses range from return, demanding, validating, and topsy-turvy, to outstanding, normalizing, unforgettable,…

  • Ep. 216 — Tipping, Tiktok and Evolving Your Business

    Talking to tour operator John O’Sullivan is always a breath of fresh air; he likes to think deeply about the tour industry, and experiment with new ideas that often challenge the tour operator orthodoxy. John runs Depot Adventures in Melbourne, Australia and Minneapolis, Minnesota, as well as a new TikTok-based…

  • Ep. 214 — Creating & Promoting Tours for Solo Women Travellers

    Our conversation dives deep into the world of solo women travelers, uncovering their motivations, desires, and challenges. Sandra shares her personal journey of traveling alone, connecting with other women through Airbnb experiences in Mexico, and the transformative underwater photo shoot she experienced. Samantha discusses the different profiles of solo women…