A.N.T.I.C.I.P.A.T.E.
We already spoke about the resemblance between tour operators and fashion designers. Although it might not appear on the first sight, they have many things in common. The most obvious one is the fact that they need to be one step (if not more) ahead of their customers/consumers. They need to A.N.T.I.C.I.P.A.T.E.
Fashion designer vs. tour operator: same, same, but different
Pardon, we should say a season ahead, not a step. The coat you’re wearing this winter had been designed way before you even started thinking about buying it. The same goes for your holidays: they had been designed way before you even started thinking about holidays. In fact, working as a tour operator is mostly about anticipating. What is trendy, what is fresh, what has not yet been discovered, which could be the next top destination etc. And as far as the last 17 years goes, Happy Tours has been on the right track (of anticipating). Therefore, we think you should choose us for your business partner in 2018.
2017 was another record year for the tourism industry.
Between January and August 2017, tourist destinations around the world welcomed 901 million foreign tourists. 901 million tourists, can you imagine? According to the UNWTO World Tourism Barometer, the total number of international tourist arrivals in July and August exceeded the 300 million mark for the first time ever. What is more, many destinations experienced double-digit growth rates, especially in the Mediterranean area.
You’re wondering what 2018 will bring?
If we look at the statistics of 2017, which show that tourist arrivals to Europe have increased by 8% and in the southern and Mediterranean regions even up to 12%, then we do not need to worry – the positive trend will continue also in 2018. However, if you’re a travel agent or a tour operator, the situation is much more complex than you think. And one thing is clear: the growing numbers of people traveling around the globe definitely do not mean that you can sit back and relax. On the opposite, the situation should act as a trigger for you! Seize the opportunity! Make the most of it! Observe, anticipate, plan and what is most important: find a reliable business. If you’re searching for the one in Europe, we’re pretty sure you have found it. It’s HAPPY TOURS. And it’s your doorway to the best European destinations and experiences. Just make sure to contact us EARLY ENOUGH. We’re good, but let’s face it: the early bird gets the worm.
Why we think that HAPPY TOURS is the best option for you?
Starting as a family business, HAPPY TOURS has gradually evolved into one of the most important and fastest growing incoming tour operators in Europe, with a turnover of more than 20 million Euro per season. The company has been in the tourism business for over 17 years now and is a long-standing member of important organisations such as ETOA, UK Inbound, PATA, JATA and USTOA.
As a trusted player in the fields of tourism in Europe, we handle over 1,500 groups per year – from the moment they land until the moment they depart. We take care of all the necessary arrangements and provide the best possible services. Our aim is to make clients HAPPY and make their trip to Europe worthwhile. We have our own network of coaches, which are in best condition.
At HAPPY TOURS, we are aware of that every group has specific requirements based on their cultural background and the country they come from. This is the reason why we employ as many as 70 staff members from different countries, who have in-depth knowledge of the markets where our clients come from – and speak their language too. Next to the head offices in London and Ljubljana, we also have offices in many other cities in Europe and five sales offices throughout Asia, since recently also in India!
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