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Stay two steps ahead with insights from our tourism marketing expertise. Our knowledge comes from our work first-hand in tourism campaigns, talking with industry professionals on our podcast, attending industry events and staying current on travel trends and research.

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Welcoming All 2.0: Key Takeaways from Our Community Conversation on Inclusion in Tourism 

In our rapidly evolving travel industry, the concept of being a “welcoming destination” is no longer simply about inviting more visitors. It’s about deeply understanding what it takes to make…
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10 Must-Listen Podcasts for Travel, Tourism & Hospitality Professionals

I’ve had the joy of hosting Destination on the Left—an award-winning podcast spotlighting the travel, tourism, and hospitality industry—since 2016. My team and I believe that community collaboration and partnerships…
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How Tourism Brand Ambassadors Elevate Your Destination Story

In today’s world, it can seem like everything in marketing and sales has changed. But the one thing that hasn’t changed is the value of raving fans.
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The 5 Top Tourism Campaigns of 2019

It’s our favorite time of year here at Break the Ice Media – a time when we get to reflect on the projects we have…

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With the rise of experiential travel, it’s no surprise that this focus has spilled over into food tourism. According to the World Food Travel Association,…

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Attractions as Destinations

Across the tourism industry, there’s been a shift in what visitors are looking for and where they’re looking for it. Years ago, travelers aimed for…

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A Decade of Tourism Marketing – 10 Key Changes Making an Impact

And Break the Ice Media turns 10! It has been a decade of tourism marketing! The official date of incorporation for Break the Ice Media…

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The Benefits of International Online Booking Agents

In today’s competitive travel market, there is much talk about the benefit of engaging with the international visitor.  While the domestic traveler is important and…

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Museums’ Approach to Tourism

Each of these museums has found a remarkable and stand-out way to promote inclusivity, attract diverse new audiences, and further integrate their work with other tourism and cultural efforts of their communities.

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5 Ways to Strengthen Your Tourism PR for Canadian Media & Beyond

The Travel Media Association of Canada (TMAC) Annual Conference .. included learnings that can be applied to just about anything we do in the tourism industry, whether you’re working with Canadian media or something else.

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3 Ways to Reach the Canadian Market with Travel PR

Canada and Canadian travelers are on our minds a lot at Break the Ice Media. Through our Canadian Co-op PR program, and previously through Cross…

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Photos, Food & Formulas: Destination Marketing to Millennials

In 2017, Break the Ice Media attended the Empire State Tourism Conference in Lake Placid. This information-packed conference was the perfect place to pick up…

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Marketing Tactics for Small Budgets and Big Reach

When it comes to destination marketing, most tourism organizations are working with limited budgets, small staff size and big goals. In order to reach, engage…

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