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Johannesburg,Gauteng,2001,South Africa
Bid On Travel
Mike Richardson's Company Details
Bid On Travel is owned and managed by Mike and Vikki Richardson, both veterans in the southern African Tourism industry, having gained extensive experience in the marketing and operational side of the exciting tourism sector. Bid On Travel represents the realization that there is plenty unused inventory that was typically in the domain of the wealthy foreign traveler. This represents an opportunity for regular South Africans to experience these products at a fraction of the market value. The format is simple, all travel experiences are listed on https://web.facebook.com/bidontravel each Monday and run for a week. The auction lots come in the form of Facebook posts and bidding commences in the comments section. It is free to bid, no registration required and genuine deals are scored. The platform further supports the trade (lodges, packages, activities and tours) are able to list their products free of charge and enjoy commission free bookings on www.bidontravel.co.za. Furthermore, the introduction of the Haggle button on each listing, creates the opportunity for clients to communicate directly with the owner and find out about special rates for the dates of their stay. This environment sets a culture of negotiation on the website which is a powerful tool to win and keep guests. It also gives control back to these establishments, shielding them from the harm that blanket specials may inadvertently cause. At the end of the day, it is the purest form of willing buyer, willing seller, conducted in an optimized way.This platform is ideal for lodges battling with distressed inventory and those products seeking a grand introduction into a willing and eager market.