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Strategic Partnership Between EHP & Frost Science

A research-backed partnership strategy to connect South Florida's premier outdoor adventure with Miami's leading science institution — driving mutual revenue through cross-promotion, joint programs, and shared audiences.

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Everglades Holiday Park
& Frost Museum of Science
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Partnership Overview

Two Iconic Venues, One Ecosystem

Frost Science provides the intellectual and scientific framework of the Everglades ecosystem. EHP delivers the physical, visceral encounter. Together, they offer visitors the complete South Florida nature experience — and unlock significant cross-promotional revenue.

13M+
Annual Cruise Passengers
685K
Frost Annual Visitors
5,300+
EHP Reviews
$82.7M
Frost Economic Impact
58.6K
Students Served (Frost)
4.5/5
EHP Star Rating
Strategic Opportunities

7 Revenue-Driving Partnership Ideas

Each opportunity addresses a specific market gap, leverages existing infrastructure to minimize implementation friction, and creates measurable revenue for both organizations.

Phase 1 — Immediate Impact
OPPORTUNITY 1 OF 7

The "Learn It, Live It" Cross-Sell Integration

Capture high-intent buyers at the point of purchase

A seamless digital cross-sell where ticket buyers for one attraction are immediately offered a discounted ticket to the other during the checkout process. EHP already uses FareHarbor, which has a native "Cross-Sell Combos" feature — meaning this can be deployed with zero new technology. The "Everglades Explorer Pass" combo ticket would be priced at ~$65 adult / ~$49 youth vs. full retail of $71.94 / $54.94 — a ~10% discount that incentivizes bundling while preserving revenue per visitor.

Revenue: HIGHFareHarbor Cross-SellAffiliate QR Codes
Phase 1 — Immediate Impact
OPPORTUNITY 2 OF 7

Premium "Science & Safari" Cruise Excursion

Tap into 13+ million annual cruise passengers

A bundled, full-day shore excursion targeting cruise passengers at PortMiami and Port Everglades. Morning admission to Frost Science (1.5 miles from PortMiami), private transportation to EHP, afternoon airboat tour, and final drop-off at MIA or FLL airports. Royal Caribbean already has a $1.2M relationship with Frost Science.

Revenue: HIGH$150–$180 Per PersonRoyal Caribbean
Phase 2 — Education & Grants
OPPORTUNITY 3 OF 7

Joint NSF-Funded "Classroom to River" STEM Program

Transform low-margin school groups into funded premium programs

A formalized, two-part educational curriculum where school groups receive classroom instruction at Frost Science (hydrology and biodiversity) followed by an applied field study at EHP. Combined pricing of ~$30–35 per student all-in (vs. ~$40+ standalone) with per-student revenue split. Frost Science has a proven track record of securing federal grants — including a recent $600K+ NOAA award — and maintains relationships with 37 partner schools and the Miami-Dade STEM Designation program.

Revenue: MEDIUM-HIGHNSF AISL Grant58,600 Students/Year
Phase 2 — Corporate & Events
OPPORTUNITY 4 OF 7

Co-Branded "Miami Executive Offsite" Retreats

High-margin corporate packages targeting Brickell & Downtown

A full-day corporate package utilizing Frost Science's 54,000 sq ft of meeting space (including the 600-person Ocean Gallery) for morning strategy sessions with catered breakfast by Constellation Culinary Group, followed by private afternoon airboat tours at EHP. Priced at $200–$350 per person (30-person minimum). Targets financial firms in Brickell, tech companies, and pharma/biotech firms with strong STEM affinity.

Revenue: MEDIUMHigh Margin$449+ Per Boat
Phase 3 — Scale & Visibility
OPPORTUNITY 5 OF 7

GMCVB "Miami Attraction Months" Joint Activation

Leverage 200M+ media impressions for shoulder-season traffic

Leverage the Greater Miami Convention & Visitors Bureau's established marketing engine during Miami Attraction & Museum Months (April–May) to promote a specific cross-county bundle. The GMCVB recently partnered with South Dade's Fruit & Spice Park, establishing a precedent for regional inclusion beyond Miami-Dade.

Revenue: MEDIUMGMCVB Deals Program200M+ Impressions
Phase 2 — Distribution & Reach
OPPORTUNITY 6 OF 7

Joint International Tourism Marketing — OTA & Hotel Concierge Program

Expand reach into Miami's 6.8M+ annual air arrival base

EHP's primary acquisition gap is its absence from Go City / Explorer Pass platforms and limited distribution through Downtown Miami hotel concierge networks. Frost Science, located in Museum Park, is already embedded in the Downtown Miami visitor ecosystem. A joint distribution strategy bridges this gap — placing the "Everglades Explorer Pass" in front of 28 million annual Miami-Dade visitors through OTA platforms, hotel concierge desks, and the GMCVB's destination marketing materials.

Revenue: MEDIUMGo City / Viator / Klook30+ Hotel Concierges
Phase 3 — Brand & Events
OPPORTUNITY 7 OF 7

Seasonal Event Co-Productions

Three signature events that drive ticket uplift during shoulder periods

A calendar of co-branded seasonal events that generate media coverage, social content, and ticket sales during periods when one or both venues experience lower traffic. Each event leverages the unique assets of both organizations to create experiences neither could offer alone.

Revenue: MEDIUM3 Signature EventsBrand Building
Implementation Roadmap

A Phased Approach to Partnership Launch

A strategic three-phase rollout that delivers immediate revenue wins while building toward a comprehensive, long-term partnership ecosystem.

Phase 1
Months 1–2

Technical & Operational Foundation

  • Configure FareHarbor "Cross-Sell Combos" between EHP and Frost Science ticketing
  • Generate unique affiliate tracking links and QR codes for on-site placement
  • Pitch "Science & Safari" excursion to Royal Caribbean's shore excursion team
  • Draft MOU detailing revenue splits, affiliate commissions (10–15%), and liability coverage
  • Design co-branded rack card and QR booking link for hotel concierge distribution kit
Phase 2
Months 3–4

Soft Launch & Marketing

  • Install QR signage at Frost Science's "River of Grass" and Everglades Aquarium exhibits
  • Create co-branded "Miami Executive Offsite" PDF for joint corporate sales outreach
  • Begin NSF AISL grant proposal with Frost Science's grant writing team
  • Launch pilot "Classroom to River" program with 3–5 Miami-Dade schools
  • List the "Everglades Explorer Pass" bundle on Viator and GetYourGuide
  • Begin hotel concierge outreach: target 10 largest Downtown Miami hotels with $5/booking commission
Phase 3
Months 5–12

Scale & Optimization

  • Submit joint offering for GMCVB "Miami Attraction & Museum Months" spring campaign
  • Analyze FareHarbor cross-sell conversion rates and A/B test discount percentages
  • Scale school pilot based on teacher testimonials and refine logistics
  • Expand cruise excursion to additional lines beyond Royal Caribbean
  • Launch first seasonal co-event (Conservation Week or "Night in the Glades" summer series)
  • Expand OTA listings to Go City, Klook, and 20+ additional hotel concierge desks
  • Execute "Holiday Break Family Pass" campaign for Dec 26–Jan 5 peak window
Success Metrics

Measuring Partnership Effectiveness

Track these Key Performance Indicators to ensure the partnership is driving tangible business value for both organizations.

COMMERCIAL
Cross-Sell Conversion Rate
Percentage of EHP ticket buyers who add a Frost Science ticket via FareHarbor. Target: 5–8% in Year 1.
COMMERCIAL
Affiliate Revenue
Total ticket revenue generated via on-site QR codes at Frost Science. Target: $50,000+ in Year 1.
COMMERCIAL
Corporate Package Sales
Number and revenue of co-branded executive offsite packages sold. Target: 8–10 events generating $88,000+ in Year 1.
COMMERCIAL
Cruise Excursion Volume
Number of cruise passengers booked on the "Science & Safari" excursion. Target: 1,500 passengers in first active cruise season.
STRATEGIC
Grant Funding Secured
Total NSF AISL or NOAA grant funding awarded for the joint "Classroom to River" program. Target: $150,000–$300,000 in Year 1.
STRATEGIC
Customer Acquisition Cost Reduction
Decrease in per-visitor acquisition cost through shared marketing and cross-referrals. Target: 15–20% reduction vs. standalone campaigns.
DISTRIBUTION
Hotel Concierge Referrals
Monthly bookings generated through the hotel concierge commission program. Target: 200+ bookings in Year 1 from 30+ hotel desks.
DISTRIBUTION
OTA Bundle Performance
Conversion rate and revenue from Viator, GetYourGuide, and Go City bundle listings. Target: 800+ bundle sales in Year 1.
BRAND
Seasonal Event Impact
Attendance, ticket revenue, and social media impressions from co-produced seasonal events. Target: 1,000+ attendees across 3 signature events.
BRAND
Cross-Venue Visitor Conversion
Percentage of visitors to one venue who subsequently visit the partner venue within 30 days. Target: 3–5% conversion rate.

Ready to Get Started?

Let's discuss how these partnership opportunities can drive revenue for both Everglades Holiday Park and Frost Museum of Science.

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