Headout is an online travel agency (OTA) built around spontaneity, with a focus on mobile bookings \u2014 it’s designed for travellers already at their destination who are looking for things to do, right then and there, from their phones.<\/p>\n
That mobile-first, in-destination focus sets Headout apart from most OTAs. Rather than catching travellers in the planning phase \u2014 weeks or months out \u2014 it reaches people who are looking for something to do today<\/em>.<\/p>\n In this guide, we walk through everything you need to know about joining Headout\u2019s platform and selling your travel experiences there \u2014 how to apply, what to expect, the fees involved, and tips to maximise your bookings once you’re listed.<\/p>\n There are two ways to get started with Headout: apply directly through their website or connect through B\u00f3kun.<\/p>\n Step 1:<\/strong> Visit Headout’s Supplier Hub<\/a> and click \u201cStart Selling\u201d to begin the application process. Here, you’ll provide your email and company information.<\/p>\n Step 2: <\/strong>Submit your product details for review. This includes:<\/p>\n Step 3:<\/strong> Wait for Headout’s team to review your application \u2014 this typically takes a few weeks. They’re looking at product quality, customer reviews, pricing, and whether your offering fits their destination markets.<\/p>\n If you’re already using B\u00f3kun, you can send a contract proposal to Headout directly through the B\u00f3kun Marketplace<\/a>.<\/p>\n This proposal will include the contract terms, with the commissions you\u2019d like to offer, and the products you want to sell on Headout.<\/p>\n Then, Headout will review your proposal, and if your experiences are a good fit, they’ll reach out with the steps to complete the integration.<\/p>\n This route has some added benefits: (1) once the connection is live, your B\u00f3kun products sync directly to Headout, so you can skip the manual setup in their portal, and (2) you can manage Headout bookings and availability right in B\u00f3kun. But we\u2019ll talk more about this <\/em>later<\/em><\/a>.<\/em><\/p>\n Once your application is approved, you’ll need to build out your product listings. How you do this depends on how you applied.<\/p>\n Headout offers listing builders that let you easily add products. You\u2019ll add the details mentioned above, set availability, add pickup or meeting locations, and add booking forms to collect customer details at checkout.<\/p>\n Now, it\u2019s important to mention here that Headout can still update your listings after they\u2019re submitted.<\/strong> They can change descriptions and images to match their usual style, so the listings travellers actually see may look different from what you submitted.<\/p>\n The last thing you\u2019ll do here is set up your invoicing and payment details so you can start receiving payouts from Headout.<\/p>\n When you connect via B\u00f3kun, your product listings push over to Headout automatically, so you don\u2019t have to rebuild everything from scratch. Headout can still change how listings will appear on their site, but the core product data comes from B\u00f3kun \u2014 so the essential details remain the same.<\/p>\n Headout doesn\u2019t charge enrolment or listing fees. Instead, they operate on a commission-based model, so they keep a chunk from each booking you win on their platform.<\/p>\n There are no set commission fees \u2014 you negotiate them during onboarding and settle on something that works for both sides. Typically, though, Headout takes about 20% to 25%.<\/p>\n Headout collects payments from customers when they book. They keep their chunk and pay you the rest. They typically issue payments on a bi-weekly or monthly basis.<\/p>\n Headout promotes a wide range of travel experiences, including:<\/p>\n Headout connects travellers with local experts and experience providers across 200+ cities worldwide, with a strong presence across North America, Europe, the Middle East, Asia, and Oceania. So if you’re based in or near a major touristy destination, there’s a good chance they’re already active in your market.<\/p>\n Getting listed is step one. Here’s how to make the most of the platform once you’re live:<\/p>\n B\u00f3kun has a direct integration with Headout, creating a live connection between the two platforms, so they work together seamlessly.<\/p>\n This integration not only helps you join the platform and set up products \u2014 the long-term benefit we\u2019ve hinted at above is automatic booking and availability management. B\u00f3kun keeps your Headout calendar up to date, so you don\u2019t have to constantly check and update it or deal with issues like overbookings. Here\u2019s how this works:<\/p>\n While our integration eliminates the day-to-day admin work with Headout, it\u2019s actually not the main reason why Headout users are drawn to B\u00f3kun.<\/p>\n Tour operators who want to get serious about selling online come to us for our full stack of growth drivers: booking widgets, 70+ OTA and online marketplace connections, our reseller network, and affiliate support. They can win bookings from Headout, and grow (way) beyond it.<\/p>\n As a Tripadvisor brand, we\u2019re the <\/em>#1 restech partner across major sites,<\/em><\/strong> and we hold premium partnerships with <\/em>Viator<\/em><\/a>, <\/em>GYG<\/em><\/a>, and <\/em>Google TTD<\/em><\/a>, offering our customers perks other systems can\u2019t match.<\/em><\/p>\n And we offer two solutions to support you here:<\/p>\n We’re one of the highest-rated systems around (<\/em>4.7 stars<\/em><\/a>!), and after 10 years of building tools for tour operators, we’ve got everything you need to run a tight ship and cast the widest net when selling online. <\/em>Start your 14-day free trial<\/em><\/a> to see what B\u00f3kun can do for your business.<\/em><\/p>\n The review process usually takes a few weeks, but timelines can vary depending on your destination, product type, and the volume of applications Headout has to sort through.<\/p>\n You set your base rates and commission terms, but Headout manages the customer-facing pricing on its platform. This means the price travellers see may differ from your base rate.<\/p>\n Headout collects payment from travellers at the time of booking and pays you out on a monthly or bi-weekly basis. You’ll sort the payment terms directly with Headout during onboarding.<\/p>\n Not necessarily. Headout looks at your products, reviews, and pricing to determine whether your experiences fit within its markets. If your application isn’t approved, they’ll typically let you know why so you can make adjustments and reapply.<\/p>\n Focus on the areas they flag. You might not have enough reviews, pricing could be off, or there might already be enough operators offering similar experiences in your destination. Once you know what\u2019s up, you can improve those areas and reapply when you\u2019re ready.<\/p>\n It’s not strictly required \u2014 you can manage Headout bookings manually on the platform. However, using a platform like B\u00f3kun to automate this is extremely time-saving. And it\u2019s recommended when you\u2019re selling on multiple OTAs to avoid issues like accidental overbookings.<\/p>\n Absolutely, and you should. Every OTA attracts a different audience \u2014 some focus on specific markets, others on certain experience types. Getting your name across multiple platforms lets you cast a wide net and gives you the best chance of staying booked.<\/p>\n And, as we\u2019ve mentioned, when you do take this step and start selling across multiple sites, a booking management tool like B\u00f3kun keeps everything organised \u2014 syncing calendars and availability across all channels in real time, so you’re not juggling everything manually.<\/p>\n Headout operates in 200+ cities worldwide, though its coverage is more limited than that of some of the bigger OTAs. Your best bet is to check their website or just submit an application and see.<\/p>\n Get rolling with your Headout application here.<\/a><\/p>\n And if you\u2019re not already on B\u00f3kun, start your 14-day free trial<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0(no credit card required) to see how much further you can expand your online reach.<\/p>\n Related reads:<\/strong><\/p>\n Headout is an online travel agency (OTA) built around spontaneity, with a…<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":11413,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[9,37,40,38],"tags":[585,587,586],"class_list":["post-11411","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-channel-management","category-grow-your-bookings","category-increase-revenue","category-otas-and-resellers","tag-headout-supplier","tag-headout-supplier-guide","tag-supplier-for-headout"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"\n\n
How to apply as a Headout supplier<\/h2>\n
Option 1: Apply through Headout’s website<\/h3>\n
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Option 2: Apply through B\u00f3kun<\/h3>\n
Setting up your products in the Headout supplier portal<\/h2>\n
If you applied through Headout directly<\/h3>\n
If you connected through B\u00f3kun<\/h3>\n
Fees to sell on Headout<\/h2>\n
How payouts work<\/h3>\n
Examples of experiences you can sell on Headout<\/h2>\n
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Best practices for selling on Headout + tips to maximise bookings<\/h2>\n
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Benefits of joining Headout\u2019s supplier network<\/h2>\n
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Headout<>B\u00f3kun connection<\/h2>\n
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FAQs on selling on Headout<\/h2>\n
How long does it take to get accepted as a Headout supplier?<\/h3>\n
Can I control my pricing on Headout?<\/h3>\n
How do I get paid as a Headout supplier?<\/h3>\n
Does Headout accept all types of tour operators?<\/h3>\n
What if Headout rejects my supplier application?<\/h3>\n
Do I need a booking management platform to sell on Headout?<\/h3>\n
Can I sell on Headout and other OTAs at the same time?<\/h3>\n
Is Headout available in my destination?<\/h3>\n
Getting started<\/h2>\n
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