Leonardo

JANUARY 26, 2022

Most leisure travelers make their final decision on a hotel by visiting its website. Hotels that are part of a larger brand may not have a website to call their own but rather only have a page extension on their brand’s site. Solidify your digital identity with a fresh website. . A dated website will cost you bookings. .

Website 71

Website SEO Booking Social Media 71

DCI

DECEMBER 2, 2021

With such a fragmented media landscape, destination marketing organizations (DMOs) are asking whether or not a media room is still needed on their destination website. It may seem like travel journalists will just use a search engine or social media to research their stories. And for the Basics.

Website 87

Website Media Social Media Publishing 87

Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 27, 2023

One of the easiest ways to kill your upsell opportunities is to make participants visit your website’s multiple locations. Ensure your website has recent blogs, videos, and podcasts highlighting your event. “Members tend to walk right by them,” stated Corporate Partnership and Sponsorship Consultant Bruce Rosenthal.

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Conference Sponsors Trade Show SEO 279

Tourism eSchool

JANUARY 15, 2023

Because trust is what your customers need before they will click the “buy now” button on your website and visit your tourism experience. Have a website that works Your website has the potential to be one of your most effective trust builders with your customers. Trust that their money will be well spent.

Online 89

Online Social Media Website Advertising 89

Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 28, 2023

Generative AI Event Content The generative AI being developed today will do more than take tasks such as creating marketing emails, agendas and registration websites off meeting professional plates so they can do more valuable things. It can turn that conversation into a training module and create blog and social media posts. “We

Event Technology 277

Event Technology Technology Technology Trends 277

Hotel Engine

AUGUST 16, 2022

Especially if you’re booking multiple rooms at once for your colleagues — or you’ll be jetting off to multiple business meetings around the country — accidents can happen. Here are 13 critical mistakes to avoid the next time you’re booking rooms. Booking Something Cheaper Out of Town. Booking Dates During Peak Season.

Booking 98

Booking Travel Travel Insurance 98

Dana Communications

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

Chatbots on your website and social media channels assist guests with common questions, provide recommendations and even allow them to directly book rooms. Guest Apps: Properties can increase engagement and satisfaction AND boost bookings with a flexible, functional app. The Latest Wi-Fi: What’s in a number?

Travel 182

Travel Travel Hospitality B2B 182

Crowdriff

MARCH 8, 2017

Social media contests are more than just a fun excuse to hand out free swag to your followers. We created this step-by-step guide to help DMOs and travel brands maximize the benefits of running a social media contest. Immediate benefits of social media contests. Publish your banner to your website.

Social Media 52

Social Media Media Website Publishing 52

Advanced Travel and Tourism

JULY 12, 2022

We all saw travel decrease dramatically in 2020 as flights and bookings were canceled due to COVID-19. However, even though domestic flights have increased so far for 2022, bookings have decreased by 2.3 Higher fares seem to play a significant part in the booking deficit. percent per month , according to Adobe Analytics.

Travel 220

Travel Travel Social Media Booking 220

DCI

SEPTEMBER 9, 2021

One place that we sometimes forget about is our tourism websites. DMOs sites, booking sites and campaign websites are just as important as doorways and ramps, and the ADA helps share guidance on how to accommodate those who are interested in the information we share online. A bit of investment up front goes a long way.

Website 56

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Leonardo

SEPTEMBER 28, 2021

Building a website is easier today than it ever has been. There are dozens of services that allow a user to upload photos, select a template, write some content, and launch a new website. . But a bad website will have a negative impact on your direct revenue and erode traveler trust. 2 Seamless booking engine conversion .

Website 52

Website Vendor eCommerce Booking 52

ADMEI

DECEMBER 13, 2023

Our book, Best Practices in Destination Management , covers three important aspects of risk management that all event planners and DMCs should incorporate into their event strategy. They will likely have local knowledge that helps you book the best venues and vendors, along with negotiating contracts that can help you minimize risks.

Management 208

Management Destination Management Vendor Certification 208

Tourism eSchool

JANUARY 14, 2023

From social media and email marketing to website marketing, search engine optimisation and online advertising, the internet offers so many fantastic ways for tourism businesses to connect with their best customers. Invest in tactics that align with your Ideal Customer Your Ideal Customer is your best customer.

Tourism 98

Tourism Tourism Marketing Marketing 98

Endless Events

OCTOBER 25, 2022

It’s easy to get excited about sourcing speakers, finding sponsors, and booking your venue, but you can’t overlook an often-forgotten component of event planning: event branding. . Website announcements. Social media posts. Everything from your website to your social media should mention the upcoming event. .

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Events Social Media Promotion Event Planning 194

Social Tables

JUNE 1, 2023

From social media marketing and paid advertising to SEO improvement and event messaging, we cover advertising ideas and marketing strategies for both virtual and live events. On the business or organization’s primary website, link the main event page, or design a unique landing page for the event if one does not already exist.

Event Marketing 148

Event Marketing Marketing Marketing Social Media 148

Tourism eSchool

JANUARY 10, 2023

YouTube is #2 most important social media platform in Australia with Facebook placing #1. For Validating Booking Choices People are also looking at videos of tourism experience before booking (or visiting) to confirm they have made the right decision when it comes to choosing a specific tourism experience! Add Sections.

Tourism 90

Tourism Tourism Social Media Website 90

Tourism eSchool

JANUARY 15, 2023

Because trust is what your customers need before they will click the “buy now” button on your website and visit your tourism experience. Have a website that works Your website has the potential to be one of your most effective trust builders with your customers. Trust that their money will be well spent.

Online 52

Online Social Media Website Advertising 52

Travel Daily News

AUGUST 25, 2022

TravelScotland.com amalgamates information, inspiration, booking facilities and visitor reviews all in one place and the team is inviting businesses in the travel and hospitality industries the opportunity to partner up with them by selling and promoting services on the website and associated social media channels.

Travel 83

Travel Travel Tourism Tourism 83

AltexSoft Travel

MARCH 23, 2022

A tour operator is a travel company that devises the trip, books its components, markets it, and sells to travelers or travel agents. In most cases, tour operators book travel services from external suppliers. You’ll be able to send booking requests and receive confirmations and other status updates through your own system interface.

Booking 52

Booking Technology Technology Travel Agent 52

Advanced Travel and Tourism

OCTOBER 21, 2021

Websites use SEO to target specific keywords and move up on the Google search page without promoting anything. According to Social Media Today , many people use search engines for local planning — 64 percent of all Google searches are looking for local information, and 97 percent of online searchers have looked for a local business.

Audience 233

Audience SEO Advertising Social Media 233

Gavel International

OCTOBER 9, 2023

Implement Chatbots Add chatbots to your website, apps, and social media platforms to engage visitors and capture leads. Automate Social Media Wisely Use AI-driven scheduling to automate social media posts. Use AI-powered chatbots to provide customer support and resolve queries promptly.

Marketing 52

Marketing Marketing Automation Social Media 52

Motivation Excellence

AUGUST 22, 2019

Promote these exclusive offers on all the social media platforms you use. Always include an email list opt-in when you join a new social network. Offer free e-book downloads. E-books attract new subscribers, especially with titles related to other content on your website or in your social media posts.

Social Media 130

Social Media Automation Booking Trade Show 130

AltexSoft Travel

JANUARY 30, 2023

Many companies have closed user groups for employees to book travel for business purposes, often at discounted rates. customers who have booked a certain number of trips or have a certain level of spending); meeting certain demographic or lifestyle criteria (e.g., Members of corporate travel programs. Group travelers.

Benefits 97

Benefits Travel Travel Booking 97

Tourism eSchool

SEPTEMBER 19, 2021

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. Via signage in visitor centres or via social media profiles. Deliver an outstanding experience to your customers.

Online 90

Online Tourism Tourism Social Media 90

Tourism eSchool

AUGUST 8, 2021

From a tourism marketing perspective, destinations and tourism businesses need to be really clear on who their best visitors (not necessarily who is already coming, but who we’d like more of) and then engage them through their travel purchase journey – dreaming, planning, booking, experiencing and sharing.

Tourism 63

Tourism Tourism Social Media Website 63

Solimar International

JUNE 22, 2021

Within the booking process, all services and information need to be accessible for visitors. DMOs also play an important role in facilitating the booking process, either directly on their website, or with the help of their partners. But why are visitor services so important and what visitor services should a DMO provide? .

Social Media 94

Social Media Destination Management Website Booking 94

Social Tables

JUNE 29, 2023

Operations managers negotiate prices, book vendors, place supply orders, and communicate vendor details between the planning team, venue, and benefiting organization. Promote the event Once your event website is set up, and tickets are ready to sell, kick off your marketing efforts. Want to test out event diagramming for free?

Event Planning 78

Event Planning Social Media Vendor Advertising 78

Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 19, 2018

Misrepresentation : Poachers misrepresent themselves to sell bookings outside of the official hotel block. Unauthorized access, use and selling of data : A poacher may obtain attendee information by unauthorized use of a website or database, or they may purchase data from an unauthorized seller. Limit Access.

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Attendee Advertising Social Media Planner 200

Crowdriff

JULY 18, 2016

Here are 5 ways hotels and resorts use CrowdRiff to drive bookings. 1 | Giving visitors an authentic look into your hotel through beautiful website galleries of visitor photos. CrowdRiff allows you to incorporate these visuals straight on your website, and keep them updated easily.

Booking 52

Booking Social Media Website Advertising 52

Sojern

AUGUST 23, 2021

Retargeting is a cornerstone to digital marketing for travel marketers–and with good reason– 98% of visitors do not convert the first time they visit your website. This is especially true with a traveler’s path to purchase, as they jump from site to site, often spending a great deal of time researching before they book. .

Advertising 104

Advertising Website Booking Prospect 104

Eventtia

AUGUST 12, 2022

According to Social Media Today, influencer marketing delivers 11x higher ROI than traditional forms of marketing, and that 94% of marketers who’ve used influencer marketing found it to be a very effective tactic. These are easy tactics to use to build engagement, drive website traffic, and raise brand awareness.

Marketing 62

Marketing Marketing Social Media Audience 62

Solimar International

JULY 26, 2022

They have a preference for private home rental, contactless payments, and booking flexibility due to the constantly-evolving global health situation. Tips for DMOs : Have safety and cleanliness standards, allow flexible bookings and contactless payments, and focus on open-air experiences. . Social Media. BLeisure Travel.

Tourism 119

Tourism Tourism Trends Social Media 119

Tourism eSchool

JANUARY 14, 2023

Home Our top 7 marketing tactics for ALL tourism businesses By Paige Rowett Published on January 15, 2023 From social media and email marketing to website marketing, search engine optimisation and online advertising, the internet offers so many fantastic ways for tourism businesses to connect with their best customers.

Tourism 52

Tourism Tourism Marketing Marketing 52

Stova

MARCH 25, 2024

On top of your internet research and website skimming, check out popular review sites like G2 and Capterra and take note of what others are saying about a potential supplier's user-friendliness, support, and how long they've worked together. Drawing people into your event often starts with a great-looking event website.

Registration 40

Registration Social Media Event Apps Website 40

Social Tables

JULY 31, 2021

Whether you’re a travel planner setting up your booking strategy or a smart shopper who wants to get the most with your money, you can benefit from early bird registration deals and product offers. Early bird specials are typically available very early in the booking process and most discounts are between 10-25% off standard pricing.

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Registration Advertising Retail Events 174

Endless Events

SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

Booking major venues and event entertainment is something that should be done as soon as possible. Other important vendors that need to be booked well ahead of your event include your AV team, entertainment, and speakers. Consider booking your AV team prior to your venue. Perhaps you should create an event website!

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Vendor Events Speakers Registration 334

Tourism eSchool

DECEMBER 2, 2022

The concept of word of mouth as a marketing tactic is not new, however, the dynamic of word of mouth marketing has been greatly empowered through the rise of social media. Digital influencers can be found on numerous platforms, including Social Media (Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Pinterest) and Blogs.

Tourism 52

Tourism Tourism Social Media Website 52