GALAGENTS BLOG
Galapagos Unique Selling Point: Why is it a great destination to sell?
There’s no doubt that the Earth is full of breathtaking wonders, some of them discovered and accessible to everyone, some are not. As exotic and remote a place, the more coveted it is for travelers. But can all of them offer a business opportunity for travel...
A short guide to be prepared for the Galapagos weather and wildlife by month
One of the most frequent questions that travelers have before traveling to their dream destination is about the weather and the best time for visiting it—our responsibility as travel advisors and tour businesses is to offer accurate information and bits of advice...
Pin Drop Travel is the new trend you should keep an eye on!
Among many of the new trends in the travel industry, this 2022 brought us one that we haven't discussed yet, and that's Pin Drop Travel. The pandemic helped us reconnect with ourselves and our surroundings, as we mentioned before. Hence, that forced stop, which also...
4 tips to keep in mind when booking a Galapagos Cruise
After many years of operating and commercializing cruises in the Galapagos Islands, we've identified vital facts/questions that travel agents and travelers sometimes forget to consider when booking a cruise journey to the Enchanted Islands. The most frequent (and the...
Understanding the equation between travel tech and travel agents
Since the industrial revolutions, we've been afraid that machines will replace us in the working environment. But what technology has done is boost our productivity and enhance our efficiency. Thanks to the pandemic, the fear has appeared or exacerbated again with...
Are cryptocurrencies an opportunity to diversify your income sources in tourism?
In 2008 the world discovered that the financial system failed to oversee how banks invested their clients' assets, looking only to maximize banking profits. Then, the global economy collapsed, affecting millions of people's jobs and life savings. Therefore, in 2009...
The short guide that will help you start your social media strategy
Not so long ago, we published an article about "the roadmap you need to overcome the fear of embracing digital transformation." After publishing it, we had the opportunity to speak with many of our clients and partners. Surprisingly, we found out that there's still a...
Identifying the small details that matter when choosing a Galapagos cruise
Aside from Charles Darwin and his Theory of Evolution, the Galapagos Islands are mostly renowned for being a worldwide cruise destination for being remote and pristine, where travelers expect to live a fantastic and unforgettable experience. More than 80 vessels...
Galapagos Diving: A business opportunity to increase your revenue
The increased desire for adventure sports and activities with a high excitement level on vacations fuels the demand for diving tourism. The growing popularity of outdoor and water sports activities among millennials provides profitable opportunities for the diving...
Is the war in Ukraine the latest threat to tourism?
After two tough years, with minimal tourism activity worldwide and the struggles of tour and travel companies and communities to survive, 2022 looked like the rebounding year for the industry. Nonetheless, the unexpected Russia-Ukraine war is abruptly halting the...