Advanced Travel and Tourism

JUNE 30, 2021

Destinations can gain a massive advantage by encouraging travelers to share their experiences with others. UGC content shows customers enjoying your destination in new and exciting ways. By encouraging travelers to share their own pictures or videos at your destination, you let their voices shine. What is User-Generated Content?

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Smart Meetings

MARCH 4, 2024

I feel like I am exactly where I am meant to be!” Elyse Dawson , CMP, CPCE, DES, Senior Manager, Conference Center and Events, Invesco “I’m deeply invested in exploring how generative AI tools will transform an industry focused on human connection.

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Smart Meetings

MARCH 9, 2023

California’s reputation as a destination drenched in food and fun is legendary. Carr shared that the data he is seeing from meeting professionals looking for destination shows that, while they may say price is the most important variable they consider, price is actually lower on the list than security and safety.

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Tourism eSchool

SEPTEMBER 19, 2021

Did you know that word of mouth marketing is one of lowest cost AND most effective forms of advertising for your tourism business or destination? It also includes the great photos, videos and updates customers share on social media that mention your business or region by tagging your social media account and/or using your promoted hashtag.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 21, 2018

The right menu can create an unforgettable experience, bring people together, showcase a destination, and drive the overall success of an event. Featuring local specialties also provides a platform for showcasing the unique culture of the destination. We love showing off the rich destination by cooking up fun takes on local favorites.

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DCI

FEBRUARY 9, 2023

Tourism awards given by media and industry associations can do for destinations what Oscar nods do for movies and Grammy’s do for songs. By propping them up on podiums, destinations can get the same sort of attention Céline Dion got for that song from Titanic. And it certainly didn’t hurt her career.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 16, 2022

Evaluate threats, such as weather and how dangerous the destination may be using tools such as state department recommendations and historic weather patterns. Warwick advises breaking the variables into low, medium and high-risk categories for each decision, such as where to source an incentive program.

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Travel Daily News

MARCH 27, 2023

The official Destination Marketing Organizations (DMOs) from all the cities in the Southeastern Conference has launched a collaborative, mobile Visit the SEC Pass. Bandwango technology is designed to support experiences created by destinations and marketed to visitors and locals. STARKVILLE, MISS. –

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DCI

AUGUST 19, 2021

There are tools on the market that offer in-depth attribution metrics around bookings and economic impact, which can be an effective way to measure ROI, but often these come with a high price tag and are primarily focused on paid advertising channels. clicking on destination partner sites or vacation packages.

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Smart Meetings

JANUARY 26, 2023

Homelessness and property damage made headlines on national news, casting the Pacific Northwest in an unfavorable light as a tourist and meetings destination. Downtown really offers a variety of reasons to be there and it’s really destinations and not obligations that are going to be successful—we’ve been focused on that for some time.”

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DCI

MARCH 1, 2022

Twenty years ago, if an economic development organization (EDO) or destination marketing organization (DMO) wanted to market their region it was common to take out an advertisement in the newspaper, TV, radio or billboard, secure earned coverage and pick up the phone for “old fashioned” cold calls or word-of-mouth conversations.

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Endless Events

JULY 26, 2022

I get that these shows are driven by the exhibitor destinations, but can we put tech somewhere so it’s not on the back wall. Another tech company Brandt identified that left the tech section was a destination finder called Conferli. I think there were several hundred factors that you could tag on.

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Tourism eSchool

DECEMBER 10, 2022

If you use campaign hashtags on a great photo you share on social media, such as #restaurantaustralia, or a destination #hashtag that your local destination marketing organisation uses to collect and re-share photos on their social media pages, you have the potential to have your great photo picked up and shared out to their followers!

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Travel Daily Media

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

AirAsia India announced that it is operating special charters flying G20 delegates to various destinations. The post AirAsia India provides special charter flights for the G20 Summit appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily.

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DCI

JANUARY 26, 2023

From there, you can add titles, captions, tags, etc., and even share your guide in stories or tag partners. We love how Partner Tulsa used guides to feature local partners. Once you have enough pictures, click “draft collection” under “Guides” in your profile menu.

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MeetingsNet

APRIL 12, 2024

Image Alt Text: Javits.png Gallery Slide Headline: Big Apple Blues Published: Kelly Gleeson Smith.png Type Image Caption Credits Gating level anonymous user DataTable subpages Media Image Gallery Slide description: On Facebook and other social-media platforms, short videos tagged with #GMID2024 were the order of the day.

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Travel Daily News

APRIL 3, 2023

When you check in, your luggage embarks on its own journey to your final destination. Baggage is tagged, usually with a barcode, and sorted according to whether it’s early for the flight, on time or, in some circumstances, whether it’s just missed it. Your case, of course, sails through the green light and on its way.

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Solimar International

DECEMBER 2, 2022

These revolutionary tools meant that the industry would be forever changed for both tourists and destinations. Potential tourists become aware of a destination. They form their own opinions on the destination and share them with close friends and family (i.e. The Travel Cycle. Photo by Z on Unsplash. Free Marketing Channels.

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Crowdriff

NOVEMBER 21, 2018

With each new development comes new opportunity for destination marketers to refine the way they’re using Instagram to gather content, engage their communities and grow their audiences. But you don’t have time to pore over product release notes and read API documentation – you’re busy marketing your destination!

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Travel Daily News

MARCH 28, 2023

These are not cheap, with the initial installation coming with a hefty price tag. “We We will also do everything we can to keep our destination top of mind with global travellers. We convened the energy discussion to engage with our industry and assure them that we are actively seeking ways to mitigate disruption.

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Tourism eSchool

JANUARY 10, 2023

For Trip Planning Once people know their next holiday destination, they are using YouTube videos to help them plan out the finer details of their trip. However if you have a YouTube channel already, here are 3 tips to get YouTube converting more YouTube users into potential visitors + customers for your business or destination.

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Crowdriff

MARCH 27, 2018

Don’t miss the biggest thing happening in [your destination] this month: @artsmonth ! Invite people to explore other imagery tagged with your brand hashtag. Instead of just saying “Tag your imagery with #BrandHashtag” you can also invite people to dive into the visuals that already exist with that hashtag.

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Redfin

JANUARY 2, 2024

Uptown Alley Surprise This entertainment venue offers a variety of activities, including bowling, arcade games, laser tag, and dining options. It is a popular destination for individuals looking for a fun and engaging experience.

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Crowdriff

MAY 31, 2018

Typically, people would take a screenshot of the post they wanted to share, then upload it to their own Story and mark it up with their comments or a tag to the poster’s account. Say goodbye to screenshots and manual tagging – Instagram now allows you to share posts from your feed directly to your story. What’s changed?

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Redfin

JULY 18, 2023

.” Blending historic charm with contemporary allure, its iconic cast-iron buildings and modern high-rises create a visually stunning landscape and have made the neighborhood a popular destination with buyers. Renowned for its exclusivity and elevated price tags, Tribeca’s allure can be attributed to a variety of factors.

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DCI

OCTOBER 15, 2021

Since the advent of paid social media, destination marketing organizations (DMOs) have wondered if investing in organic social or paid social generates better returns, especially on a tight budget. So how can DMOs decide if investing in organic social or paid social is better for their destination . Build a destination brand community.

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Crowdriff

NOVEMBER 20, 2018

Tracking content from Instagram @mentions and tags. Let’s say 2 friends have an amazing day at the Getty Museum in Los Angeles, and they post photos of the iconic building, tagging or @mention-ing @gettymuseum and @discoverlosangeles. For everyone else in the travel and tourism community, here’s a high level overview: What’s new.

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Traveler's Q

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

For example, if you and your partner are avid travelers, consider giving out mini globes or personalized luggage tags. Destination Weddings Destination weddings have been increasingly popular among couples who want to elevate their wedding experience and create unforgettable memories.

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Redfin

JUNE 14, 2023

A mecca for fashion-forward individuals, this world-renowned shopping destination houses many high-end brands, designer boutiques, and exclusive stores that cater to even the most discerning shoppers. Everything from grocery shopping and fitness memberships to dining out and personal services typically comes with a premium price tag.

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Business Traveler USA

SEPTEMBER 27, 2022

Passenger amenities include more than 1,000 directional and flight information video display screens, automated TSA screening lanes, facial recognition for arriving and departing international passengers, RFID tags on all baggage and a “bags first” international arrival area.

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AltexSoft Travel

OCTOBER 24, 2020

The kiosk will print out the baggage claim tag, so the passenger can use self-service bag drop-off kiosks. Before placing the bag on the belt, a passenger should check-in, receive a boarding pass, and create a bag tag. There are paper tags that can be printed at kiosks or at home, but tags can also be electronic.

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Redfin

APRIL 14, 2023

White Rock Lake Park White Rock Lake is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts. The park features a variety of rides and attractions for all ages, including go-karts, mini-golf, laser tag, and batting cages. Epic Waters Indoor Waterpark is located in Grand Prairie, which is about 16 miles west of downtown Dallas.

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Endless Events

JANUARY 26, 2018

While these changes are all long overdue, it’s still a welcome sight to see your local airport becoming a destination itself rather than just a point on the map. This puts a price tag on the vaunted “going strong” trend of events, showing that this ever-growing industry is a heavy-hitter whatever your company’s goals are.

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Travel Daily Media

JANUARY 30, 2020

The alliance is celebrating 20 years of bringing experience and knowledge to the meetings industry and creating connections and legacy with their clients and destination collective across the last two decades. A new umbrella tag line for the alliance has also been unveiled to mark the new decade: ‘Today’s Cities Shaping Tomorrow’s World.’

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Just Right Destination Management

OCTOBER 16, 2020

We also accented the space with upgraded table linens and fun, yet elegant, Eat Me & Drink Me tags throughout the buffet and bar. Destination Management. Staging the space carefully to spread out the experience was important so the theme didn’t feel forced. Creative Event Themes | A Night with Alice in Wonderland.

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The MICE Blog

JULY 26, 2021

Fourth, tagging in chat allows people to tag others in a chat as well as other entities, and that can direct attendees from one part of the event to the other more easily. Third, advanced, AI-powered matchmaking will allow attendees to connect with like-minded people and also be connected with similar sessions, lounges and rooms.

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Interface Tourism Spain

JUNE 27, 2022

Through this platform, tourists have the possibility to search, book, advertise and review tourist destinations, hotels and attractions. Therefore, the challenge for those who want to sell tourism products is to find a way to capture the attention of users in order to promote their product or destination.

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