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Before You Hit Send: A Crash Course in Email Marketing for Tourism

Great email marketing is about reaching the right people with content that matters to them. For travel and tourism destinations and attractions, that could mean inspiring someone to plan their…
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What Does It Mean to Operationalize Collaboration and Why Does It Matter?

Most travel and tourism organizations recognize the value of collaboration. But how many have built the processes, systems, and resources necessary to make collaboration an ongoing part of their business?…
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500 Episodes, 10 Years, and the Growing Value of Original Content in the Age of AI

When I launched my podcast, Destination on the Left, ten years ago, the acronyms LLM, GPT, AI, and AGI had not entered the marketing conversation. If I had heard of…
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Impacts DMOs Make Through Community Partnerships

I have been working as a strategic partner to Destination Marketing Organizations (DMOs) for more than 15 years. Over that time, I watched the role…

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Fostering Connection to Build a Strong Team 

When I talk with tourism and hospitality leaders across the country, I hear a lot of feedback about the new way that we work. Some…

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Making a Splash: How to Maximize Reach for Your Brand at a Tourism Conference

For tourism and hospitality businesses, a conference is a perfect place to make a splash when launching a new brand or a major announcement. When…

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Managing Expectations: Key Strategies for Destination Success

Managing expectations is not just a task – it’s an integral part of how destinations position themselves with travelers, partners and stakeholders. All relationships work…

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TikTok for Tourism Marketing

Over the last few years, TikTok has quickly risen the ranks and become one of the most widely used social platforms. DMOs and attractions can…

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How DEI Initiatives Transform Destination Experiences

The landscape of DEI is shifting and the travel industry is no exception. According to a recent article in Travel Weekly, almost as suddenly as…

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Outdoor Recreation Trends

Outdoor participation is at a record-high, a dynamic uptick that has made a significant impact on the travel and tourism industry since 2020. This evolution…

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Collaboration Drives Sustainable Tourism

Sustainable tourism has growing importance in the world of travel and tourism. As destinations grow in popularity, they need to collaborate closely with residents, local…

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Navigating the Future of PR

In the ever-evolving landscape of public relations, adaptation is not just a choice but a necessity. As we look ahead, it’s evident that the future…

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