Thank you, I find this video really interesting, even if this is not really my situation. As an incoming tour operator from Italy I need to create contacts with people out of Italy. Thus I would need to find travel agents interested in selling trips to Italy and it is more difficult than to find clients in my own country. The online marketing tips are more helpful to me.
So happy to here that you were able to get some takeaways from the video as an incoming tour operator! You're not alone in finding it difficult as a smaller tour operator to reach agents, it's notoriously hard if you don't have the big budget to be a 'preferred supplier' for one of the consortia or host agencies (hostagencyreviews.com/blog/travel-preferred-supplier). Hopefully you can use some of the online marketing tips to help you reach more agents! -- Steph
Tendelanani Daudzhi Isn’t it crazy how some of the basics are timeless, even when online marketing seems to evolve at such a rapid pace?! Thanks for watching and for the comment Tendelanani! - Steph
:) Thanks so much Christie for taking the time to watch our video. And especially taking the time to leave such a nice comment, I really appreciate it! - Steph
Hello, thank you for the video. I noticed that you mentioned Pizza box top ads. Would you mind sharing what that type of advertising typically costs? I think it’s a great idea.
Timeka White Thanks for dropping a line, Timeka!! :) The price is going to vary by locale so I don’t have a set answer for you. I would imagine there isn’t going to be a set price and it’s something you’d work with the pizza store owner to figure out - if it’s a small town, the owner may even be willing to do it for free in exchange for you sending out an email coupon for their store in your next e-newsletter or something! :) - Steph
Quinisha Kluttz Of course, It’s my pleasure! I love helping other small business owners get the most for their marketing dollars! ❤️ Thank you so much for taking the time to drop us a note Quinisha! - Steph!
Hey Jordan! Ugh, unfortunately I'm not very familiar with the host situation outside the US/Canada. I wish I knew of a better resource for you. As you're going through the process, if you're up for sharing what you're finding and how we can help agents in Australia find hosts, I'd love to hear more! --- Steph
:) I know, I really packed in the information during the video! Sorry about that Nana, but hopefully you could pause and rewind and get most of it. Thanks so much for the note! - Steph
You guys are the best!!!! Love all your content
Thanks! Your website has been a great resource!
So glad to hear it, Bryan!
Thank you! This was very helpful. I have a to do list to work on now!
That's great to hear @eofetravel!
Thank you! Lots of good information here for bootstrapping travel agency marketing.
You are more than welcome April! We're so glad you have some tangible takeaways to help boost your agency without breaking the bank.
Great information. Thank you
You are more than welcome Maria! Really appreciate you checking out the video and taking the time to send a note! :) -Steph
Thanks a lot Stephanie.
@justusndegwa Or course! Thanks for watching! :)
Thank you, I find this video really interesting, even if this is not really my situation. As an incoming tour operator from Italy I need to create contacts with people out of Italy. Thus I would need to find travel agents interested in selling trips to Italy and it is more difficult than to find clients in my own country. The online marketing tips are more helpful to me.
So happy to here that you were able to get some takeaways from the video as an incoming tour operator! You're not alone in finding it difficult as a smaller tour operator to reach agents, it's notoriously hard if you don't have the big budget to be a 'preferred supplier' for one of the consortia or host agencies (hostagencyreviews.com/blog/travel-preferred-supplier). Hopefully you can use some of the online marketing tips to help you reach more agents! -- Steph
This is still relevant after few years
Tendelanani Daudzhi Isn’t it crazy how some of the basics are timeless, even when online marketing seems to evolve at such a rapid pace?! Thanks for watching and for the comment Tendelanani! - Steph
loved your vid, great info. Im going to start this year.
bravokyd Happy to heat you liked the video! :) 2020 is a fantastic year to get started in the travel industry, welcome! -steph
Thanks for helping me learn a little more about how to be a super star!
Of course, it was my pleasure! :) Thanks for watching and taking the time to drop us a line, I ❤️ it! -- Steph
Great video! Thanks Steph! Such helpful information.
:) Thanks so much Christie for taking the time to watch our video. And especially taking the time to leave such a nice comment, I really appreciate it! - Steph
Love this updated webinar! You got me started so many years ago - thank you! :)
Custom Memories Travel Wahoo!! That you loved the updated webinar and that you joined the travel industry thanks to HAR!
Heck yeah! And thankfully I landed at TQ - best host agency in the world!!! ;)
So happy you found a great host agency to partner with!!
Hello, thank you for the video. I noticed that you mentioned Pizza box top ads. Would you mind sharing what that type of advertising typically costs? I think it’s a great idea.
Timeka White Thanks for dropping a line, Timeka!! :) The price is going to vary by locale so I don’t have a set answer for you. I would imagine there isn’t going to be a set price and it’s something you’d work with the pizza store owner to figure out - if it’s a small town, the owner may even be willing to do it for free in exchange for you sending out an email coupon for their store in your next e-newsletter or something! :) - Steph
thank you for your assistance and sharing the knowledge 💎
Quinisha Kluttz Of course, It’s my pleasure! I love helping other small business owners get the most for their marketing dollars! ❤️ Thank you so much for taking the time to drop us a note Quinisha! - Steph!
Thank you so much, this was extremely helpful!!!
So, so happy you took the time to watch the video and found it helpful! And I can't lie, I'm super excited you left a comment, too ... we
Hey Steph, any recommendations for a home based host agency in Australia? Cheers
Hey Jordan! Ugh, unfortunately I'm not very familiar with the host situation outside the US/Canada. I wish I knew of a better resource for you. As you're going through the process, if you're up for sharing what you're finding and how we can help agents in Australia find hosts, I'd love to hear more! --- Steph
This was GREAT!!! Thank you so much Stephanie! I'm going to be putting these tips into action starting tomorrow! :) Lisa
I'm so so glad you liked it Lisa and have found it helpful!!
Very informative, thanks. A little fast though for taking notes. :-)
:) I know, I really packed in the information during the video! Sorry about that Nana, but hopefully you could pause and rewind and get most of it. Thanks so much for the note! - Steph
You can control or adjust the speed of vedio in U tube
Click the 3 dot on the bottom side, you will get the option