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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

Abercrombie & Kent Acquired by Chinese Investment Group

The flow of Chinese investment into travel and tourism, along with other sectors, continues unabated. China is not only making its mark with outbound travelers but its money is flowing into strategic assets as well.

Andrew Sheivachman, Skift | 8 years ago

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Tour Platform Zozi Offered to Acquire Zerve for $6 Million After Shutdown Announcement

Zerve investors obviously determined that any acquisition offers that emerged weren't in their best interests but at least now it's certain that there was at least one concrete buyout offer, if not others, out there.

Dennis Schaal, Skift | 8 years ago

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These 3 Trends Are Redefining the Next Generation of Food Tourism

Among the big food tourism trends in 2016, culinary travelers want hyper-local cuisine, cultural context, pop-up restaurants, and hands-on food experiences.

Greg Oates, Skift | 8 years ago

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Tourists Stick to Established Destinations in North America Amid Global Demand Shift

Quintessential North American vacation destinations like Orlando, Las Vegas, and the Caribbean remain popular with travelers despite global vacation booking trends shifting to more diverse countries and cities.

Andrew Sheivachman, Skift | 8 years ago

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Tour Operator Booking Patterns Are Going Through a ‘Seismic Shift’ in 2016

Shifting consumer demands for new destinations and more experiential trips may have finally caused a big impact on the way tour operators sell vacations.

Andrew Sheivachman, Skift | 8 years ago

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Interview: Tauck CEO Says Family Focus Continues for Tour Operators

New products like river cruising are taking the focus for Tauck, instead of any attempts reinvent the guided tour experience. Why mess with a classic approach to the vacation experience?

Andrew Sheivachman, Skift | 8 years ago

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Skift Podcast: When Everything Is An Adventure, What Happens to Adventure Travel?

As more people look for authentic, meaningful, (and impressive-on-Facebook) experiences, the adventure travel segment stands to grow.

Hannah Sampson, Skift | 8 years ago

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U.S. Tour Operators Rethink Future of People-to-People Tours in Cuba

The tour companies that have been guiding U.S. tourists through Cuba up to now will eventually evolve or go away, but right now when restaurants are full and beds are, too, they may be more valuable than ever.

Dan Peltier, Skift | 8 years ago

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European Tour Operators in Cuba Mull How U.S. Thaw Will Change Competition

European tour operators in Cuba are optimistic about their longstanding ties in the country and are concerned about how the tourism influx from the U.S. will exacerbate a lack of available rooms. Casas will compete with hotels and new infrastructure of many types will be needed to handle the new demand.

Dan Peltier, Skift | 8 years ago

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Tour Operators Hope Iran Becomes the Next Cuba

There are still numerous challenges and restrictions for Americans who want to visit Iran. But recent progress for Europeans has created hope for a wider opening of the country to U.S. travelers.

Andrew Sheivachman, Skift | 8 years ago