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From solo tours to large group bookings.
How TripOutside’s Marketing Boost helped Meraki Mountain Adventures, a Durango adventure company, get discovered — and scale.
30+
Students Booked
1
Strategic Booking
New Gear
Purchased
Scalable
Growth Enabled
The Business
Meraki Mountain Adventures is a Durango-based adventure company led by Colin Courtney, specializing in guided hiking tours, rock climbing, and nature experiences. They focus on creating authentic outdoor adventures that connect people with the stunning Colorado wilderness.
The Discovery
In 2024, a chance encounter at Purgatory Ski Resort led to a powerful partnership. After spotting Meraki Mountain Adventures’ truck in the parking lot, we knew we had to reach out. Durango had a significant gap in the market for high-quality hiking tours, rock climbing experiences, and guided nature adventures — and Meraki was filling that void beautifully.
The Challenge
While Meraki offered exceptional outdoor experiences in the Durango area, they needed greater visibility and a streamlined booking system to reach more adventure-seekers and grow their business.
The Solution: Marketing Boost
After our initial call, Colin quickly recognized the value of joining the FareHarbor Distribution Network through TripOutside’s Marketing Boost program. The integration was seamless:
API Connection
Connected directly to Meraki’s existing booking system, automatically pulling all experiences onto TripOutside.
Ready-to-Convert Content
Colin had already invested in compelling listings with professional images and detailed descriptions.
Enhanced Discoverability
Optimized Meraki’s presence through improved search functionality and strategic content marketing.
The Results
Within Months of Launch
✓
A private school discovered Meraki through TripOutside
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Booked a guided outdoor rock climbing experience for 30+ students
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This single booking generated revenue that allowed Colin to purchase additional gear
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Meraki can now accommodate larger groups and is positioned for continued growth
The Impact
This partnership demonstrates the power of connecting great local adventure providers with the right audience. One strategic booking not only generated immediate revenue but also created the foundation for future expansion.
Colin can now:
✓Host larger groups
✓Invest in better equipment
✓Scale business sustainably
✓Continue providing exceptional outdoor experiences in Durango
Why We Love Working with Meraki
Meraki Mountain Adventures embodies everything we value at TripOutside: authentic outdoor experiences, professional service, and a genuine passion for getting people outside. Colin’s commitment to quality and preparation made our partnership seamless from day one.
Watch Colin’s Story
Learn more about Meraki Mountain Adventures and how they’re bringing outdoor adventures to Durango.
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Meet Julie & Reet
We’re Julie & Reet, the outdoor adventurers behind TripOutside. We love human-powered outdoor adventures and have traveled to hundreds of destinations that you see on TripOutside.
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