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MasterAdvisor 91: How To Find Polar Expedition Clients

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Creator's Key Takeaways

it's a fantastic trip for seniors or older people that are less mobile because the wildlife congregates at the shoreline

the Drake Passage is a right of passage it's kind of part of the experience if you want to get down to this incredible place

education education education and that is what we're here for

the pandemic actually ratcheted up the desire to get on these bucket list trips and have these experiences before it's too late

Creator's Tips & Advice

โœ“Brand yourself as a polar expert by creating travel guides and showcasing your expertise on social media
โœ“Educate clients on misconceptions about weather, activity levels, and costs for polar expeditions
โœ“Match the right traveler to the right ship based on their preferences and mobility
โœ“Use local networking events, meetups, and partnerships with local businesses to find new clients
โœ“Leverage existing clients who have done similar adventure destinations as a gold mine for polar inquiries

๐Ÿ†•New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Cost of polar expeditions โ€” Explain that it's an expensive trip but worth it for a bucket list experience, and match clients to the right ship at the right rate
Weather and cold temperatures โ€” Clarify that Antarctica during austral summer is 20-40ยฐF and dry, not as cold as thought, and ships provide parkas
Activity level required โ€” Explain that trips can be tailored; minimal activity is needed for wildlife viewing, and ships accommodate various mobility levels
Drake Passage seasickness โ€” Recommend seasickness medication like the patch, and mention fly-sail options with awareness of flight cancellation risks

Questions This Creator Answers

QHow to find polar expedition clients as a travel advisor
QWhat are common misconceptions about polar travel that need education
QHow to convert clients booking other regions into polar clients
QWhat are the best seasons to visit Antarctica and the Arctic
QHow to handle client concerns about the Drake Passage and accessibility

Topics Covered

Excursions2ยฝ Happy BaconPort Destination3 Happy BaconItinerary Route1ยฝ Happy BaconSafety Medical1 Happy BaconWifi Connectivity3ยฝ Happy Bacon

Port Highlights

Antarctica4 Happy Bacon
Top: Zodiac landings
Arctic3 Happy Bacon
Top: Polar bear sightings
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YouTube Video Descriptionโ†“

For many advisors, finding a niche has been an essential part of their success as a travel seller or business owner. And one of the growing niches these days is polar expedition cruises. For advisors who want to brand themselves as polar experts, but donโ€™t know where to start or are unsure about how to find the right clients, TMR presents its next MasterAdvisor series episode. Joy Martinello, Founder of Wild Nectar Immersive Travel Collection, and Daniela Harrison, Director of Marketing at Avenues of the World Travel, will join TMRโ€™s VP and Editor-in-chief Daniel McCarthy for a live interview to spill their secrets on how to attract the perfect polar expedition client. Join us for the live and free episode, presented by Quark Expeditions. Whether you're a seasoned pro or just dipping your toes into the adventure travel market, this interview is a must-attend! For more #traveladvisor content, like and subscribe. #quark #polar