Expressions of Interest: A Unique Opportunity to join, learn, and eventually lead "Outside the Square" Travel Adventures. Are you passionate about authentic travel, fostering community, and serving the discerning LGBTQ+ market? Do you seek a profitable business that is built not on commissions, but on deep customer loyalty and proven organic growth? Outside The Square (OTS) Travel Adventures is not just a tour company; it is a highly successful, specialized niche brand built over 12 years around the philosophy of "almost independent" small-group travel. As the founder prepares for retirement, an unparalleled opportunity exists for a visionary partner to invest in, transition into, and eventually take the helm of this flourishing enterprise.
The OTS Advantage: Why Invest?
High-Value Niche & Loyal Client Base:
Proven Model: OTS avoids the "cruise, party, and high-end luxury" market, focusing instead on boutique, character-filled, and high-value experiences.
Organic Growth Engine: The business has thrived for over a decade, growing solely through word-of-mouth referrals (no costly travel agent commissions or commercial gay business support), proving the product's quality and customer satisfaction.
Expanding Demographic: While initially catering to solo LGBTQ+ travellers seeking unusual destination travel, the customer base has organically expanded to include LGBT couples and a loyal, growing segment of older individuals (60s+) enjoying the travel phase of retirement—a highly stable and underserved demographic in the LGBT market.
Streamlined, High-Margin Operation:
Asset-Light: The business model is lean, relying on strong relationships with local DMCs and reputable operators rather than owning assets, ensuring high flexibility and scalability.
Predictable Revenue: Consistently runs 7-10 curated, two-week tours annually to sought-after destinations (e.g., Morocco, Peru, Bhutan), generating reliable income.
The "Almost Independent" USP:
OTS offers the security of a guided group (host and logistics) combined with the freedom and flexibility of independent travel (local choices, personal downtime). This unique blend attracts intelligent, experience-first travellers who value connection over consumption.
Opportunity for Partnership & Transition We are seeking a partner or small entity that understands and respects the OTS ethos. This is a phased opportunity:
Phase 1: Partnership and Immersion: Work alongside the founder, co-host tours, and gain full operational knowledge of the existing successful itineraries, supply chains, and customer relationship management.
Phase 2: Full Acquisition: Transition into the leadership role, taking control of the established brand, domain, intellectual property (itineraries, T&Cs), and client database.
If you are ready to acquire a genuine, profitable community built on authentic travel and integrity, we invite you to reach out for a confidential discussion. This is a chance to step into a business with a sterling reputation and a loyal, growing clientele, ready for its next chapter. Expressions of interest The first step is to familiarise yourself with the OTS website, philosophies, and commitment to core values. If what you see and read gets you excited, and thinking this could be the opportunity you have been dreaming of, then let’s start a conversation. Email your expression of interest to Richard. [email protected] Please forgive any slow replies as I may well be running one of our great adventures.