Resources / Business Operations Business Operations Articles Welcome to the Business Operations blog on Rezdy! Here, we share the latest tips, tricks, and tools to help you optimize your tour operator business and enhance your guest experiences. From management to platform solutions, you’ll find everything you need to stay ahead of the curve. Operator Best Practice The 5 must-have characteristics of tour operators Operator Best Practice 8 useful tour operator tips to prepare for the peak season Payment Gateways Deciding which payment gateway to use
The benefits of cultivating a remarkable online reputation in the tourism industry A guest blog by Digital Triggers In today’s digital era, a robust online presence isn’t just advantageous; it’s a necessity. For tour and activity… How to create a Google Business Profile for tour operators In today’s digital age, establishing a robust online presence is pivotal for businesses looking to thrive in the competitive market. One powerful tool that… How to set up an online booking system for tour businesses In the modern world, people want easy access to experiences. And with 5.19 billion people online globally, there’s no better way to reach your… 7 tips to fostering diversity & inclusion in your tour and activity business In today’s diverse and interconnected world, fostering diversity and inclusion (DEI) is not just a social responsibility but a crucial element for business success…. 10 essential tips to grow your e-bike tours business In recent years, electric bikes, commonly known as e-bikes, have become a dominant force in the world of transportation. Not only are they transforming… 8 essentials steps to start a food tour business Food tours are a delectable journey through culture, history, and culinary delights that have been gaining immense popularity in recent years. These immersive experiences… Comprehensive Guide to Managing a Tour Business As you embark on the journey of starting a tour business, it’s crucial to understand the importance of managing it efficiently. 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It’s no surprise, then, that AI is hugely popular in the travel… 10 benefits of online bookings for tour and activity operators Updated September 2023 – In 2022, 66% of the global travel and tourism market revenue was processed online, and that is expected to grow… 5 ideas that’ll differentiate your tours in 2024 A guest blog by Saynine. Updated January 2024 – As the tourism industry envisions one of its biggest years to come, it’s clear that… 8 reasons why Google My Business is important for tour and activity operators Updated October 2023 – As the tourism and travel industry takes a massive shift online, navigating digital marketing and search engine optimization strategies is… Email automation for tour and activity operators Updated March 2024 – Did you know? The average person spends around 3 hours a day on email. Tour operators on the other hand… 9 tips to start a tour company on a tight budget Updated March 2024 – Starting a tour company takes passion, dedication, and hard work. 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There’s no denying… 3 Rezdy features that’ll maximize your revenue from international travelers With many countries beginning to reopen their borders, we can finally start thinking about international bookings. In fact, countries like Australia which recently reopened… Why the right payment gateway will increase your international bookings Australia and the United States have already reopened their borders to international travelers. As more and more countries start reopening their borders, you’ll no… Step-by-step guide to creating a tour operator business plan [template included] Updated July 2023 – Ready to take the plunge and launch that tour company or adventure travel business you’ve been envisioning? Before you start… 6 tips for handling large group bookings or reservations Updated September 2023 – When it comes to celebrating milestone birthdays, family get-togethers, or team-building exercises, large group reservations are a common necessity. 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You could be about to launch into one… How switching to digital waivers saves time and is more COVID safe A Wherewolf guest blog – Reducing touching shared objects at your business, giving your customers peace of mind AND increasing the efficiency of your… The advantages & disadvantages of online booking systems Updated July 2022 – Running a tour and activity business is surely a fulfilling profession. And for many fortunate tour business owners, these positive… 6 green tourism examples to green up your travel business Updated June 2022 – Sustainable tourism or green tourism is undeniably the way of the future. Aundeniably the way of the future. As we… 5 tips to make your tours or activities entirely paperless Hands up who loves paperwork? Yep, we thought as much. Nobody really loves the process of printing, stacking or archiving necessary paperwork, which is… The benefits of adding a waiting list for your online tourism bookings Having sold-out tours and activities is such a fantastic problem to have – but there’s a handy feature in your Rezdy activity booking system… Entrepreneurial Ideas for Tour Operators: 5 Strategies to Try After perhaps the most difficult year ever for tour and activity operators, the travel industry is finally set to rebound. More travelers are ready… 5 Ways to Prepare for the Increase in Local US Travel With America being one of the most traveled countries in the world, we need to ask the question – What are the movements of… Ace your reminder messages to build excitement and minimise no-shows While reminder messages are one of the most underutilised features within Rezdy, this functionality is powerful. These manual or automated pre-trip communications can help… 5 mistakes tour operators are still making in 2021: MaxTour guest blog Us tour operators are a passionate bunch. We love our guests, designing tours, and getting out in the field and leading a memorable, well-organized… This travel company increased bookings by 40% with data. Here’s how you can too. 4 big benefits of follow-up emails for your tourism experiences Rezdy’s activity booking software allows you to customise and send up to three automated follow-up emails after each guest has experienced your tour, activity… Data analytics. Grow your business with the data already available to you. 8 vital questions to ask during a demo of any booking platform The right new booking platform can make a world of difference for your business, bookings and teams, so it’s crucial to put some time… How to choose a payment gateway – 4 key areas to consider How to create a flexible tour cancelation policy that boosts your business Updated April 2023 – Once you secure a booking from a prospective traveler, the last thing you want to think about as a tour… 4 Simple ways tourism operators can support World Wildlife Day Why we don’t limit the number of staff user accounts in Rezdy