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Tour Operators

Intrepid’s New ‘Impact Officer’ Promises Enhanced Focus on Diversity and Inclusion

The adventure travel company's appointment of Payton Iheme as an impact officer is a bet that responsible tourism will resonate among its customers.

Intrepid’s New ‘Impact Officer’ Promises Enhanced Focus on Diversity and Inclusion

Experiences

South African Travel Company Adapts to New Local Tourism Trends

Curiocity, a South-African company that offers both tours and activities as well as hotel and hostel stays, had to pivot post-pandemic. The switch reveals a new focus on domestic travel and Afro-tourism, driving a shift in its business model.

South African Travel Company Adapts to New Local Tourism Trends

Experiences

ToursByLocals CEO on Brand Transformation and Rising Demand for Authentic Experiences

Following pandemic setbacks, ToursByLocals has completed a long-awaited rebrand meant to signal growth.

ToursByLocals CEO on Brand Transformation and Rising Demand for Authentic Experiences

Tour Operators

Inside Intrepid Travel’s Marketing Playbook for Tours

Since the end of Covid, Intrepid has been transforming its marketing strategy by focusing on brand, rather than quick hit advertisements.

Inside Intrepid Travel’s Marketing Playbook for Tours

Tour Operators

What The Travel Corporation Sale Means for Tour Operators and Travel Agencies

If the deal goes through, Apollo might merge some of The Travel Corporation's brands, or pair them with other assets the private equity firm owns.

What The Travel Corporation Sale Means for Tour Operators and Travel Agencies

Tour Operators

Apollo Acquires The Travel Corporation in Bet on Group Tours

Apollo Global Management is set to acquire The Travel Corporation's (TTC) portfolio with an expected closure in Q4 2024, pending regulatory approvals.

Apollo Acquires The Travel Corporation in Bet on Group Tours

Experiences

Viator Launches New Campaign: ‘Regret Less. Do More.’

Viator's "Regret Less. Do More." campaign uses data-driven insights and highlights travel planning pitfalls.

Viator Launches New Campaign: ‘Regret Less. Do More.’

Experiences

TUI to Offer Allianz Travel Insurance for UK Bookings

TUI's travel insurance tie-up with Allianz Partners UK suggests two things. The tour operator is betting that vacationers prefer one-stop shopping for trips and coverage. For Allianz, it's a volume play in a crowded market.

TUI to Offer Allianz Travel Insurance for UK Bookings

Experiences

Lastminute.com Starts Adding TUI Group’s Travel Experiences to Packages

Lastminute.com Group's deal with TUI Musement will enable more travelers to book tours and activities as an add-on to flight-plus-hotel packages.

Lastminute.com Starts Adding TUI Group’s Travel Experiences to Packages

Experiences

Guided Tours Gain Popularity Among Millennials and Gen Z

A new survey by GetYourGuide found that 70% of respondents have a plan to book a guided tour in the next year.

Guided Tours Gain Popularity Among Millennials and Gen Z