--- title: "Running a tour business, written by people who do." description: "Practical guides for tour, charter and rental operators: selling on GetYourGuide and Viator, card payments in the Caribbean, deposits, weather days and booking pages that convert." url: https://junglebee.com/blog/page/9 --- # Running a tour business, written by people who do. Guides on selling, getting paid and running the day, from operators in the Caribbean and beyond. [ Running the day5 min read ### Take Card Payments for Tours (No-Drama Setup) Set up card payments for tours with deposits, dockside tap-to-pay, clear receipts, and fewer chargebacks. ](https://junglebee.com/blog/take-card-payments-for-tours-no-drama-setup)[ Running the day5 min read ### St. Maarten Boat Tours: Ops Playbook A practical operations checklist for St. Maarten boat tours: safety, seasonality, pricing, and booking workflows that reduce no-shows. ](https://junglebee.com/blog/st-maarten-boat-tour-ops-playbook)[ Caribbean business5 min read ### How to Start a Catamaran Tour Business in St. Maarten A practical guide to launching a catamaran tour business in St. Maarten in 2026 — licenses, vessel registration, startup costs, and booking setup. ](https://junglebee.com/blog/how-to-start-a-catamaran-tour-business-st-maarten)[ photo Running the day5 min read ### The Real Reason to Ask for Tour Guest Feedback ](https://junglebee.com/blog/the-importance-of-asking-for-guest-feedback-after-a-tour)[ photo Caribbean business5 min read ### Caribbean Tax Compliance Starts With Your Booking System Learn why it is important as a tour owner in the Caribbean to use a local booking system such as Junglebee which sends funds to your local bank versus using an overseas booking system and bank where you may be operating illegally and not fulfilling your tax obligations correctly. ](https://junglebee.com/blog/why-tour-companies-in-the-caribbean-should-use-a-local-booking-system-to-be-tax-compliant-and-legal)[ photo Getting paid5 min read ### Why I Built Junglebee Instead of Using Existing Software ](https://junglebee.com/blog/why-junglebee-is-a-better-booking-system-for-tour-companies-than-other-booking-software-available-for-the-tours-and-experience-industry)[ Selling online3 min read ### Finding Seasonal Success in Your Tour & Activity How can you keep guests flowing in all year long? ](https://junglebee.com/blog/finding-seasonal-success-in-your-tour-activity)[ Running the day3 min read ### Positioning Your Boat Tour for The Luxury Market Repel the party crowds and attract your ideal guest with these tips for positioning your boat tour ](https://junglebee.com/blog/positioning-your-boat-tour-for-the-luxury-market)[ Running the day5 min read ### The Travel Habits That Stuck Since 2020 Travel is slated for a massive comeback. Here's how to make the most if it. ](https://junglebee.com/blog/post-covid-travel-trends-to-consider-for-your-tour-activity)[ Running the day3 min read ### Developing Your Tour Personality with The Archetypes ](https://junglebee.com/blog/developing-your-tour-personality-with-the-archetypes)[ Selling online4 min read ### Creating a Year-Long Marketing Calendar for your Tour & Activity Ready to tackle your content marketing campaigns for the next year? Here are some tips and approaches. ](https://junglebee.com/blog/creating-a-year-long-marketing-calendar-for-your-tour-activity)[ Running the day5 min read ### 4 Tips for Structuring Small Group Tour Packages As friends and families begin to gather again, here's how to make the most of your packaging ](https://junglebee.com/blog/4-tips-for-structuring-small-group-tour-packages)[ Selling online4 min read ### Creating a Successful Social Media Ad Campaign for your Tour & Activity Maximize the ROI of your campaign by focusing on the right message, audience, and goal ](https://junglebee.com/blog/creating-a-successful-social-media-ad-campaign-for-your-tour-activity)[ Getting paid5 min read ### How to Pick Tour Reservation Software Without Regret Finding the right software for you requires asking the right questions ](https://junglebee.com/blog/guide-how-to-choose-the-best-tour-reservation-software-for-your-business)[ Running the day5 min read ### What Actually Inspires Travelers to Book a Tour A recent survey of thousands of travelers reveals what moves them to certain destinations and experiences ](https://junglebee.com/blog/new-findings-in-inspiring-travelers-5-key-takeaways)[ Running the day5 min read ### How to Make Solo Travelers Love Your Tour Solo travelers are a big untapped market for many tourism businesses. Here's what you need to know. ](https://junglebee.com/blog/how-to-tailor-your-tour-activity-to-solo-travelers)[ Running the day3 min read ### 5 Must-Read Books for Tour & Activity Hosts Brush up on strategies and wisdom that will help you up-level your experience in the years to come ](https://junglebee.com/blog/5-must-read-books-for-tour-activity-hosts)[ Selling online5 min read ### Tour Pricing That Actually Maximizes Margin Pricing doesn't have to be complex - consider these aspects to ensure you're making the most ROI ](https://junglebee.com/blog/tips-for-pricing-your-tour-activity-for-maximum-roi)[ Running the day4 min read ### Aligning Your Tour & Activity with a Movement Consumers are becoming more and more inclined to support businesses with a strong purpose ](https://junglebee.com/blog/aligning-your-tour-activity-with-a-movement)[ Selling online5 min read ### The Honest Truth About OTA Partnerships OTA's can help your business grow, but not without some costs ](https://junglebee.com/blog/the-pros-and-cons-of-ota-partnerships-for-tours-activities)[ Running the day5 min read ### What Travelers Are Really Buying When They Book a Tour When tours & activity concern themselves with their guests' long term happiness & wellbeing, everyone wins ](https://junglebee.com/blog/traveler-psychology-in-2022-seeking-happiness)[ Getting paid6 min read ### A Refund Policy You Can Copy and Adapt Tonight An unpredictable travel atmosphere is creating more need for a strong refund policy. ](https://junglebee.com/blog/a-refund-policy-example-for-tour-activity-operators)[ Running the day4 min read ### Creating a Multi-Concept Tour & Activity for Expansive Opportunities Differentiating your offerings through additional interests and tourism appeals can help you grow ](https://junglebee.com/blog/creating-a-multi-concept-tour-activity-for-expansive-opportunities)[ Getting paid5 min read ### 11 Must-have Features for Tour Booking Software Tour operators have multiple tasks on their plate. Here's how the right booking software can help lighten the load and provide a better guest experience. ](https://junglebee.com/blog/11-must-have-features-for-your-tour-booking-software) **One useful email a month.**New guides for operators. No spam, unsubscribe in one click.