Name
The Differences and How to Best Utilize Virtuoso Onsite/DMC Partners and Private Guided Tour Operators.
Date & Time
Sunday, August 11, 2024, 9:00 AM - 9:45 AM
Peter Rubin
Description

The training session will cover the nuances of working with different types of travel partners, including Tour Operators like Classic Vacations, On-sites such as IC Bellagio and Windows to Japan, and private guided tour operators like Ker & Downey and A&K. Participants will learn the distinctions between these operators and how to collaborate with them effectively. The session will provide strategies for successfully selling onsite partners and private guided experiences to the appropriate clients, along with tips for ensuring success. It will also address setting client boundaries, utilizing Virtuoso Onsite and Tour Operator Partners to manage time efficiently, and reducing stress by not having to work over weekends or evenings. The session will offer guidance on adopting an ‘appointment only’ approach, ensuring smooth communication with new on-sites, and posing the right questions for a successful partnership.

Session Type
Professional Development
Session Tags
Professional Development, Expert and Peer-led Session, Member Only