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How to Choose the Right DMC in Latin America (and Mexico)
Silhouette standing on a rock, overlooking a cityscape glowing with lights at night. Mountains visible in the distance, creating a serene mood.
Ray Gudrups
2 days ago3 min read


Key Market Insights for Mexico Travel: Unlocking Opportunities in a Vibrant Sector
Let’s dive into some of the most important trends shaping Mexico’s travel sector today. These insights will help you stay ahead of the curve and design packages that resonate with modern travelers.
Ray Gudrups
Jan 283 min read


How to Build a Travel Brand That Feels Local — Even If You’re Not Based in Mexico
Learn how travel operators can build a local travel brand Mexico trusts—without being based there—using partnerships, storytelling, and operational credibility
Ray Gudrups
Jan 124 min read


Sustainability in the Tourism Industry: Real Standard or Just a Marketing Trend?
Sustainability in tourism industry is everywhere — but is it real? A critical look at greenwashing, certifications, and what truly sustainable travel means.
Ray Gudrups
Dec 28, 20254 min read


Maya Train Tourism Mexico: Why Tour Operators Aren’t Using It (Yet)
Why Maya Train Tourism in Mexico Hasn’t Been Adopted by Tour Operators and how to solve it
Ray Gudrups
Dec 17, 20254 min read


The Most Dangerous Mistake Travel Agencies Make: Choosing Local Partners by Lowest Price
In the travel industry, margins matter — we all know that. But there is one decision that consistently destroys those margins, damages client trust, and creates long-term reputational problems:
Choosing local travel partners based solely on the lowest price.
It’s the quiet mistake that many small and medium-sized travel agencies make, especially when expanding into new destinations. And the consequences can be far more expensive than the savings.
Ray Gudrups
Dec 15, 20253 min read


The Travel Industry Has a Quality Problem. Nobody Wants to Admit It
The travel industry has a quality problem — and it’s getting worse. Not because people don’t care. Not because agencies aren’t trying.
But because so many operators are building products on foundations that are weak, generic, or unverified.
And the pressure to keep up with trends, compete on price, and produce itineraries quickly is only making the problem louder.
Ray Gudrups
Dec 9, 20254 min read


Case Study: How International Agencies Use Local Guides Partnership Scaled by Partnering with Local Mexican Guides
In Mexico’s competitive travel market, the difference between a tour and an unforgettable experience often comes down to one thing—local insight. Two international agencies, Viajero Mexico and Rutopía, have demonstrated how working hand-in-hand with local Mexican guides can become a long-term growth engine, driving both business scale and cultural authenticity.
Their success stories highlight what many B2B travel entrepreneurs still underestimate: partnering with local exper
Ray Gudrups
Oct 16, 20253 min read


Finding Reliable Local Partners: A Consultant’s Guide to Mexico’s Regional Networks
Why Reliable Local Partners Are Vital for Mexico Tour Operators
If you're building or scaling tour offerings in Mexico, especially outside the coastal hotspots, nothing matters more than solid local partners. They’re the bridges to logistics, culture, authenticity, and sustainable operations. Without them, tours can fall apart — delays, misunderstandings, and reputational hits are very real risks.
Ray Gudrups
Oct 16, 20255 min read
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