Spotlight on GANYC Guide: Barbara Dunn-Alfinito

Introducing GANYC guide Barbara Dunn-Alfinito!

Website: BarbsGetaway

Phone: 205-533-1884

Email

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How long have you been a tour guide?

26 years.

What time of year would you consider your busy season? 

March-June.

Have you or your company been featured  in print, broadcast (tv or radio) or online media? 

When we started 26 years ago, there was no online media.  I was featured on Hour Magazine with Gary Collins  and remember many others as well.

What drove you to become a tour guide or tour operator or create this company? 

In 1989, I became a travel agent. Then, in 2001, because of September 11, I had to relocate to Alabama.  I did not blend.  My sister saw an add for Smithsonian Student tours, aka EF.  They did not pay much, but would flew me home!   I applied, got the job, left EF in 2006 and then started my own business.

What types of tours do you offer? 

Educational student tours or Senior adult tours.

Do you offer Niche Tours?

Giant groups. 100-250+ if needed.

What is the most gratifying part of your work? 

Tips.

What upcoming or annual events, promotions or sales would you like to promote?

If you are a Travel agent, I wholesale to the trade.

What special deals, sales, events or promotions are you offering to GANYC Followers and our industry partners and their customer? 

If you have a group, 20 or more, I will book at a  discounted rate, and then you can mark it up 20-30% and still be at a great rate!

How long have you been a member of GANYC?

10 years.

What's your advice or Tour Guide tip you love to share to people visiting New York?

Hire a guide.


(For more info or to book a tour with Linda check out her GANYC profile by clicking here.)