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Can Curated Experiences Help Your Tourism Marketing?
In years past, travelers may have been satisfied to see sites like the Eiffel Tower or Colosseum; now they want to get behind the scenes, get underground access or see a destination from the air. The possibilities for curated experiences are unlimited.
How Tourism Businesses Can Plan for the New Year in Collaboration With Staff
A 2024 Tourism Business Plan will set you up for success. I talk to a lot of business owners and organization leaders in the travel,…
Creating Sample Travel Itineraries – Dos and Don’ts
Creating sample travel itineraries in the tourism industry is simply a must. They are an opportunity to highlight the many assets and treasures in your…
Tracking Digital Tourism Marketing Efforts
Measurement is the foundation of a strong digital campaign. It’s what lets us know when we’re successful, and when we need to make adjustments. Without…
The Business Case for Collaboration
I am a huge believer in co-opetition––where perceived competitors cooperate and come together to create something bigger together than they could do on their own….
Under, around and in between: Hidden gems in tourism
The idea of overtourism has been discussed in the United Kingdom and Europe for more than twenty years but only in the past 5 years…
Destination Marketing and Community Partnerships
Destination marketing has evolved to become more than heads in beds with a stronger focus on engaging the community at large. Modern destination marketers are…
Collaboration Toolkit
Our first research study confirmed that collaboration is a constant in the travel, tourism and hospitality industry. It is not a matter of if, but when and how, organizations will collaborate together. Our latest study reveals how organizations are putting collaboration into operation and how they are setting up systems and processes so that collaboration becomes a strategic part of the organization.
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