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Storytelling is Key in Tourism Marketing

In a world filled with stunning travel photos and packaged itineraries, what truly inspires someone to book a trip? It’s not just the picture-perfect landscapes or the extensive list of…
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How to Find and Identify Influencers

In today’s digital landscape, influencers play a pivotal role in shaping travel decisions and inspiring destination discovery. Whether you’re promoting a hidden gem of a small town, a unique attraction…
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Second Cities, First Choice: Why Groups Are Going Off the Beaten Path in 2025

Big-name cities often steal the spotlight, but sometimes the most rewarding experiences come from the road less traveled. Second cities, those vibrant yet lesser-known destinations beyond the typical hotspots, offer…
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Attracting Chinese Tourists

Tourism is one of the leading industries in New York State, providing an economic impact of more than $100 Billion annually. In a very broad…

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5 Questions to Ask Your Next Marketing Agency: A Getting Started Guide

When getting started with a communications or marketing agency, there are a few things every potential client considers. Scope of work, price of services, and…

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Maximizing and Proving Trade Show ROI

What’s the value in attending a trade show? Most trade shows keep a list on their website with reasons to justify the investment of a…

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So what is Content Marketing, actually?

You may have heard the phrase “content is king” before. Content creation has been both trending and dying since the onset of social media. When…

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Inspiration for Destination Marketing

In July, I attended Destinations International (formerly DMAI) in Montreal to expand my knowledge of destination marketing and to network with tourism professionals from around…

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Travel Marketing Tips from a Tourist’s Perspective

Recently, I had the chance to spend two weeks in the Mediterranean – visiting Venice, Italy, three Greek Islands, Montenegro, and Croatia. As any true…

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When to Add A New Social Media Channel

How do you know when it’s time to add a new social media channel? In previous posts, we talked about Instagram, hashtags, and how to know…

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Social Media Strategy Building Blocks

Social media strategy building blocks are basic elements of the strategy that set the stage for success. Casa Larga Vineyards is an award-winning winery in…

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Relationship-Building through eNewsletters

The most important single ingredient in the formula of success is knowing how to get along with people.—Theodore Roosevelt When new accommodations and attractions signaled…

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Podcasts: A Powerful Tool

  In Oct. 2016, we launched “Destination on the Left,” a podcast focused on destination marketing that explores successful collaborations, creative marketing ideas and best…

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