Creating a Strategic Travel and Tourism Marketing Plan: A Step-by-Step Guide
Strategic marketing is about attracting the right people, at the right time, with the right message. A clear, strategic marketing plan is your blueprint for…
Owned Media Foundations: How Your Website, Email, and Blog Support Tourism Marketing
Owned media is exactly what it sounds like — it’s yours. Your website, your email list, your blog — these are the channels where you…
Tourism Advertising Ideas: Creative and Bold Paid Media Moves
Sure, Meta and Google Ads have their place, but let’s not stop at the obvious. Today’s travelers are everywhere: pinning dream trips at midnight, binge-watching…
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…
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…
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.
The Rise of Heritage Travel: Finding Cultural Connections
People often say they are traveling to “find themselves,” and heritage travel is quickly becoming one of the most meaningful ways for travelers to explore…