How to avoid travel leakage: Book with Small Tour Companies Try to find smaller and locally owned tour companies to book with! It seems to be common sense that you would want your tour guide to be from the local area, but it’s easy for large hospitality providers to tack on tours with vacation packages. Sometimes you may even see international brands operating tours globally. Taking the time to find a company that is locally owned and operated not only ensures your money stays in the host country, but promises a much more authentic and informative experience! Want to learn more about how to prevent travel leakage? Check it out in our Link in Bio!