Kay Walten

Kay Walten

How Tour Operators Can Work with Media

Without Feeling Overwhelmed

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Kay Walten
Feb 10, 2025
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Want more eyes on your tours? Working with media—journalists, bloggers, and influencers—can be a game-changer for visibility. But how do you make it work without wasting time or budget? Here’s the lowdown on getting media to actually pay attention to your business.

Quick Wins: How to Get Noticed by Media

🔹 Make Your Pitch Personal
Don’t blast generic emails—journalists get tons of those. Research their past work and tailor your pitch to their interests. Keep it short, clear, and relevant.

🔹 Be Their Dream Source
Journalists work on deadlines, so be fast and reliable. Have your info organized and ready to go—think key details, quotes, and high-quality images.

🔹 Press Trips = Major Exposure
Want media to experience your tour firsthand? Plan a seamless, engaging itinerary and communicate expectations clearly. They’ll write better stories if they actually enjoy the trip.

🔹 Prep a Media Kit
Have a digital folder with:
✔️ A quick intro about your company
✔️ Tour details and unique selling points
✔️…

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