Business idea · Marketplace
Local Experience Hosting Business
Local Experience Hosting Business: This business creates and hosts unique local experiences, such as workshops or guided tours, marketed through platforms like Airbnb Experiences. It was pitched on The Side Hustle Show, hosted by Nick Loper, in the episode "572: 15 Sizzlin’ Summer Side Hustles" (aired July 13, 2023).
At a glance
| Podcast | The Side Hustle Show |
|---|---|
| Hosted by | Nick Loper |
| Episode | 572: 15 Sizzlin’ Summer Side Hustles |
| Aired | July 13, 2023 |
| Category | Marketplace |
| Real companies on the episode | Michelle Maddox's Local Meditation Experience, Mobile Car Detailing by Josh Bell, Spoon of a Pressure Washing |
The problem it solves
Tourists often struggle to find authentic and engaging activities that showcase local culture and experiences. Traditional tour companies may offer generic experiences lacking personalization; this business provides tailored experiences directly from locals.
How it makes money
Marketplace model where hosts earn from ticket sales for each experience offered.
Skills you need
Event planning, marketing skills, knowledge of local culture, and excellent communication skills for engaging with participants.
The market, and why this works now
Platforms like Airbnb Experiences facilitate the connection between local hosts and tourists seeking authentic activities. A viable first-revenue move is to list experiences on local tourism boards' websites, which often promote unique offerings to visitors. A key constraint is the reliance on platform algorithms for visibility; if the listing does not rank well, it may lead to low ticket sales and slow initial growth.
Our analysis, written after the episode. Not a quote from the show.
Real companies discussed on this episode
- Michelle Maddox's Local Meditation Experience
Michelle Maddox created a local meditation experience in Sedona, Arizona, leveraging Airbnb's platform to attract tourists looking for wellness activities during their travels.
- Mobile Car Detailing by Josh Bell
Josh Bell runs a mobile car detailing business that focuses on providing high-quality detailing services right at customers' locations, making it convenient for them.
- Spoon of a Pressure Washing
Spoon of a Pressure Washing, founded by Scott Anderson, is a mobile pressure washing service that started with a low-cost investment and has grown through effective online marketing and local demand.
Where this idea came from
Podcast: The Side Hustle Show, hosted by Nick Loper
Episode: 572: 15 Sizzlin’ Summer Side Hustles
Aired:
Summarized from the episode transcript. The show does not say which speaker raised each idea, so we credit the show, not a person.