| Become a Group Travel Organizer and You Could Travel Free and Make Money Jessica gazed out at the incredible beauty at Lake Powell. There was something spiritual about the place they had just been to, Rainbow Bridge. The Native Americans considered the area sacred, and Jessica could see why. She looked around at her companions wondering if they felt it too. By the wonder on their faces she thought they must feel the power and grace of Rainbow Bridge. As their group boarded their luxurious 55 foot houseboat, Jessica smiled to herself. Finally, someplace she had always wanted to see and now she had. And it hadn't cost her a dime. She was still learning, but this trip she considered a success. She was a Group Travel Organizer. First, think of a destination you would like to explore. Here are some ideas. The Grand Canyon Lake Powell Alaska National Parks San Juan Islands Africa Mexico Caribbean Puerto Rico You get the idea. Here are some other ideas for trips you may want to organize: Spa Trips Train Trips Theme Parks River Cruises Regular Cruises Dude Ranches Educational Trips Theme Cruises Luxery Tent Camping Trips House Boating Trips Fishing Trips Barge Cruises (popular in Europe) Other theme based trips might include the following: Adventure Trips Christian Trips Singles Single Parents Seniors Jewish Rodeo Lovers Western Lovers Horse Lovers Well you get the idea. The listes and ideas can be almost endless. Ok, so now you have the idea and location and theme. So what to do next? Well, next decide how many days you would like the trip to be. Also decide on a price per person. Don't forget to factor in your expenses for the trip and some profit. Decide on the time of year you would like the trip to be. If money is to be a factor, of course off season traveling can save a bundle. Next decide on the number of activities you want included (such as swimming with the dolphins). Ok, you've decide on the trip. Now whats next? Now you can start concentrating on promotion. Put ads in your newspaper. Print an itinerary and include your departure date. Use your community bullitin boards and hand out flyers about the trip (make sure you print the itinerary on the flyer). See if you can leave your flyers in restaurants, hairsalons and other businesses. You should give yourself plenty of time for promotion (say six months). When people contact you try to get early commitments and perhaps give a discount for early bookings. Warm regards, Susan Farmer |