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Good Evening Odd Night Family,
With the holiday buzz around the corner, it's the perfect time to dive into a travel-related side hustle.
Let’s get into how you can create something full of value that travelers will love (and buy!).
Here’s what we got for you today:
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Today’s Drop 💼
🌞 Downloadable Travel Guides
🍿 The Big Picture:
Tourism is bouncing back big time, and this year, it's expected to be even busier than before the pandemic hit.
By the end of 2024, the travel market's looking at hitting a valuation of over $300 billion.
That's a lot of trips, a lot of questions, and a huge need for insider info.
🛠 The Idea:
Create downloadable travel guides that share the best spots to stay, eat, visit, and chill in popular destinations.
It's all about using what you know, or what you can find out, to make traveling easier and more fun for others.
You can make guides for any type of traveler, from those on a shoestring budget to luxury seekers.
Getting Started:
Research Like a Pro:
Watch travel vlogs, read blogs, and check out online reviews to gather as much info as possible. The goal is to know these places inside out so you can offer real gems in your guides.
Make It Look Good:
People love things that are easy on the eyes. Use design tools (Canva's a great one) to create guides that are both packed with info and pretty to look at.
Get the Word Out:
Social media platforms like Instagram and Pinterest are perfect for showcasing your guides. Post some tantalizing previews to get people excited about what you're offering.
Listen to Your Buyers:
Once you start selling, pay close attention to any feedback you get. What your early customers have to say is incredibly valuable. It can help you tweak your guides to be even better and more in line with what travelers are looking for.
🔥 Is the Market Hot?
The demand for unique and personalized travel experiences has never been higher.
Travelers are moving away from cookie-cutter vacation packages in favor of bespoke itineraries that match their interests and lifestyles.
Projected global quarterly passenger traffic compared to the 2019 level
If you've got the lowdown on the best spots, your guides could be the next must-have travel accessory.
🍞 Revenue Potential:
Going with a budget-friendly, volume-based approach has great potential.
For instance, with Dubai attracting 16 million international visitors this year, selling an “Ultimate Dubai Travel Guide” at $5 a pop to just 1% of these travelers could net you $800,000 annually.
But that's just the start. By earning commissions on recommended hotels and activities, plus charging for personalized itineraries, you're looking at multiple streams of income from your travel guide side hustle.
🎯 Conclusion:
So, there you have it.
A side hustle that could not only pay well but also fuel your passion for travel.
It's about giving travelers awesome experiences while you rack up some serious cash.
Tweet of the Day
Are you planning to make progress, or are you actually making progress?
Sometimes, planning is our perfectionism getting in the way of action.
— Ali Abdaal (@AliAbdaal)
10:57 AM • Feb 25, 2024
Midnight Meme 😂
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That's a wrap for today. Catch you on the next Odd Night with more side hustle ideas and insights.
Have a business idea that we could feature? Hit reply and share the 411. If we ride with your plan, you'll see your name in the credits. That a deal?
Disclaimer: This newsletter is educational, not financial advice. Exercise caution and conduct personal research before making investment decisions.