✨ Why this guide exists

This guide is built from real conversations: the bookings that worked, and the ones that didn’t.

We’ve analysed hundreds of Host replies, guest behaviours, and message outcomes to create something genuinely useful.

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Our goal:

To help you feel confident, supported, and connected — and to help every guest feel like they’re in the best possible hands.

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✅ Before you reply — a quick checklist

Ask yourself:

• Did I greet the guest by name?
• Have I clearly answered what they asked?
• Is there a simple next step or CTA?
• Is my tone warm and personal?
• Would this message build my trust if I received it?

🌟 Why messaging matters

Messaging is often the first impression a guest gets, and your best chance to build a relationship before they move on.

At Inspirational Adventures, the hosts who get regular bookings do one thing consistently: