I’m looking to hire tour guides for free walking tour we are launching soon. Does anyone know where can I find or network with tour guides?

I have recently learnt that some tour companies do not pay tour guides hourly for their services. Instead the guides get paid through customer tips and commission.

Do you have any experience in this? Is this reliable?

PS: we are an upcoming tour company

I registered with getyourguide a month ago and couldn't complete verification, I presume because I forgot to add LLC to my business name. After a month of emailing, GYG has agreed to let me re-verify but told me “it’s my last chance.”
When I go to my page I see “Verify Now” as a button, but no place to edit my business name. Does anyone know what happens when I click the “verify now” button? Does it submit me for verification? Or does it allow me to edit my business details?

Thank you.

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Hello! I had just had an idea to start a local private tour company here in my hometown. I’m a local and know all the in and outs of my area. I’ve reached a stand still with what I want to do with my life and it just hit me: I think I should start doing tours. I love my area, I’m a huge people person, and I love the outdoors. But I have no idea how to even start this off. I’d love any and all advice. Thank you!

For context: I am located in Colorado and would love to focus on hiking tours, driving tours, winery/brewery tours and or drop offs, possibly snowboarding lessons, and walking tours downtown. My car is also old and has high mileage but she’s dang reliable. Please let me know if this would be a concern

I am Vichhay, was originally born in Siem Reap, Cambodia, the city of Angkor with a bachelor degree of English Literature from CUS University in Cambodia plus over 7 years working as an English Teacher and I have taken a new opportunity for an offically licensed Tour Guide for Angkor Region. I can speak three languages; Khmer (native language), English, and a bit German. As a native of Siem Reap, I am knowledgeable in local culture, education, tourist attractions, and history of Cambodia.

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I provide the tour in Siem Reap Angkor such as

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Hy, what is the salary per hour for a tour guide, driving a Minivan, up to 8 people, talking via headphone...? What do you get payed?

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TorGyde will revolutionize the way we travel. Our innovative platform will connect the local freelance population with travelers and vacationers seeking personalized experiences and accurate information. Our social networking feature allows travelers to connect, share experiences, and plan trips collaboratively. Our marketplace will allow local freelancers to tailor their services to best suit their budgets and schedules. TorGyde will save travelers time and money, eliminating unnecessary anxiety and costs, while also allowing the local residents to thrive with secondary income streams and provide more holistic travel experiences.

Hi! I’m a tour guide based in Nouakchott, Mauritania, with experience working as an interpreter for the Anti-Terrorism Assistance program. I offer budget-friendly tour options for anyone looking to explore the beauty and culture of Mauritania without breaking the bank. Whether you’re interested in the vibrant markets, stunning landscapes, or rich history, I’m here to ensure you have an unforgettable experience.

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I want to start working 2-3 days a week as a tour guide just to make extra money, since it is one of the few jobs I could do without knowing the local language.

Would it be better to work as a freelancer looking for a couple of clients a week, or is it better to work for an agency? Is it difficult to get started in this field?

I made a website for a tour guide in London City and she has been getting a lot of walks booked through her website.

Lmk if you guys want more info

Hi guys, anyone still facing any incoming payment issues? Its been 2 months for me and they owe me around 50,000 SGD and payment has been late again this month. Prior to this, payment will only take a day after payment confirmation, and my bank details haven’t changed either. And their customer support is a joke, they take days to get back to me and even then, its useless

I am looking into a tour of Romania and am looking for companies that will provide private tours. I can, of course, simply do a Google Search but I am not sure how I can evaluate the companies. Does anyone know of an agency - perhaps a country's tourism department (if one exists) - that can provide information on tour companies? More specifically, I have been in contact with a company called "Romania On The Map". Does anyone have any experience with them? Thanks, in advance, for your inputs.

If you have any recommendations, let me know!

Hello! I am an English and German speaking freelance guide from Eastern Europe. However, as I work for local agencies, the money I get is quite low. Is it possible for me to work directly for Western European agencies who are looking for local guides for better pay, so that I don't have to share the fee with these agencies? What German/English speaking tour operators would you recommend?

Thank you in advance!

I need some help with an issue I'm having on GetYourGuide. I tried to create an account, registered, confirmed my email, and attempted to log in, but my account was disabled right away. Has anyone else experienced this or know how to resolve it?

Hi everyone!

I’m curious to hear your thoughts on virtual tours. During the winter months, when on-site tours slow down, I wonder if virtual options could be a helpful addition. It seems like they could provide an opportunity to work year-round and even expand our reach – connecting with people from around the world who might otherwise never visit our region.

Have any of you tried virtual tours, or do you think this could be a good option for tour guides? I’d love to hear your experiences and opinions!

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i have been doing tours on getyourguide,airbnb experiences.Snall group walking tour even though i have 1060 reviews(4.91)i dont get customers to maintain my life.(Airbnb).What can i do?,i was thinking about tripadvisor,but it is already full of agencies and guides on my City.Without reviews i cant get any clients..Should i buy fake reviews for ta?

So I just got a negative review (1 star) through Tripadvisor recommending a different tour option claiming that our company’s tours are not good at all. I’m very sure this is fake because it’s a new tour that only 6 people have experienced (none of whom had any complaints) and the information in the review is incorrect(makes claims about my tour which are obviously false). Account is new, name doesn’t match any customer of mine and this is first review. Given that the review claims they took the same tour again next day from a different agency (who btw has 35 5 star ratings of which almost all seem to be from first time reviewers), and that they would recommend that makes me believe that it is from them. I have never seen anything like this before and am very disheartened. Thoughts on what I can do to handle this?

I am looking to speak with tour guides who have backgrounds in theater and performance for a story about how tour guides are so personable and engaging with their story telling. Thank you! This will be for a story on Thrillist.com.

What are some good "schools" to become a tour guide? To get certified.

I’m a tour guide for a small nonprofit. I was given a script, but add my own additional information and frequently do research to address questions frequently asked by guests. In previous tour guide jobs, it’s me and the audience. With this job, the director’s wife goes with me as an “assistant” but frequently interrupts, distracts guests, and blurts out incorrect information. Reviews left by guests bear this out. She is not a person who studies history. Her only knowledge is from the script. I feel like she’s a “babysitter”. She asks me to write down info I add so she can use it, and videotapes me so she can use my words and phrasing when she gives a tour. Today she asked for a photo of my notecards. I think this is theft of intellectual property. She is in no way qualified to be a tour guide. There are 3 tour guides for this organization, including me. Why haven’t I put my foot down? Because she’s the director’s wife. She really wants to be relevant. In know people don’t like race being brought up, but I think it’s a factor.This is a Black history tour and I am the only Black guide. The other two guides do an excellent job but she doesn’t “babysit” them. I don’t like to brag, but I’m really good at it and receive excellent reviews. How do I handle this? Am I just whining? The season is ending and, even though I really enjoy giving the tour, I’m not going to return next season under these same conditions.

Looking down on tour guides and assuming they are poor, or expect you to treat them like kings and queens, like a brat.

Argumentative, confrontational, aggressive, constantly complains unreasonably about anything. Boasts and brags about themselves and their home country in comparison to the visiting country. Shows zero sympathy and is disrespectful to local culture and people. Lacks common sense, is overly ignorant, but considers themselves experts on everything. Throws a tantrum when needing to stand in line or when the sightseeing was disappointing compared to what they expected.

How common is this?

What would you do if you encounter this type of situation.

Any similar experience or story to share? Thank you ;)

Im going to colorado for 3 days 2 night can anyone suggest what to do? Where to visit? I love nature, i dont like any city shit and all just a place to be with nature with amazing views, and good long drive.

Just started tourist guiding, driving the bus, talking about the country in general and the places we visit in specific, going around with the guests at the Stops. What information shall I gather from the beginning, which could be helpfull in a further career? Shall I write down the kilometer I am driving, starting a "local guide" on a private google account with pictures from all the beautifull places I visit daily, note down the number of guests, their nationalities, I have served, the countries of their origin...? Right now I have no clue what could be helpfull

Hello all I'm Barang an experience and professional English speaking Tour Leader & Tour operator in Cambodia, based in Siem Reap Angkor Wat !!! If anyone looking for Tour Partner & Tour operator for Angkor Wat Tour and surrounding areas, Please don't hesitate to contact me.

Kindly contact me via: Email:hangbarang@yahoo.com Whatsapp:+85512923386

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I was interviewing a friend of mine about what it's like tour guiding in Alaska. She gives hike and e-bike tours.
She said that people will sign up to a bike tour without knowing how to ride a bike! She has to try and teach them in a gravel parking lot before they go out!

Have you guys had similar experiences?

Find One of the Wonders of the World, You just have to experience Cairo and to see the famous Pyramids of Giza, the Egyptian Museum and the treasures of the young king Tutankhamun!

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