Curate local experiences for your guests with Mount (Ep 607)
Summary
This podcast episode introduces Mount, a platform that helps hosts curate and offer local experiences to their guests, similar to a personalized Amazon shop. Hosts can create a mini-marketplace with curated recommendations, earning 10% commission on bookings, which can help differentiate their listings in a competitive market.
Key Insights
- •Hosts can earn 10% commission on bookings made through their curated marketplace on Mount.
- •Travelers are increasingly starting their trip planning by deciding what they want to do and then finding a place to stay that facilitates that experience.
- •Travelers are avoiding platforms like TripAdvisor and Viator because they perceive them as tourist traps, and are still looking for personalized recommendations.
Action Items
- ✓If you are in a market where Mount does not have local vendors, provide Mount with a wish list of local vendors in your area.Effort: mediumImpact: medium
- ✓Consider using Mount to create a curated list of local experiences and provide a personalized experience for guests.Effort: lowImpact: medium
Tools & Resources
- →Viator, Airbnb experiences: Viator and Airbnb experiences are mentioned as potential alternatives.
- →Mount: Mount is a platform for hosts to curate local experiences.
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