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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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3 Questions to Ask Yourself When Writing for Business

I would say about 90% of my job involves writing. Writing for press releases and pitches, to blogs and social media posts, and even copy…

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Stewardship in Business

Stewardship means different things to different people. It’s a word I have been thinking about a lot lately. “A leader is performing the act of…

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Destination: Insta-Sensation!

  Think your destination doesn’t need to be on Instagram? Think again. Twitter and Facebook can be hard enough to keep up with, let alone trying…

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Top 6 Traits that Successful PR Pros Need

PR professionals are a special kind of people – it’s okay, I can say it because I’m one of them. Some outsiders may call us…

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Collaboration in Tourism

making it work by working together What goes into making a location appeal as a “destination”? Geographic locations can appeal to visitors for a multitude…

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Lifelong Learning

What does being a lifelong learner mean to you? When I finished college and started my career, I decided that I was going to be a…

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Teaming Up for Destination Marketing

Twice a year, I Love New York (ILNY) hosts a Media Night in New York City – providing NYC based travel journalists an opportunity to…

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Easy Research with Online Surveys

I spent three days last month kicking off a research study for our client, the Finger Lakes Regional Tourism Council. The purpose of the study is…

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