Insights
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How to Make a Small Town a Big Deal
Identify and leverage a rural community’s assets as an economic development engine and to help preserve traditions, artistic styles and various processes for future generations. Read time: 6 minutes
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Marketing Meeting Attendee Personas to Meeting Planners
See how persona marketing can be used to promote your destination and how it can be leveraged into an effective campaign. Read time 7 minutes
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Thoughts on Natural Light Photography
It is possible to create a fantastic natural light photo when you know where and when to shoot your subject. Study these three tips to get better photos of your beautiful destination. Read time: 6 minutes
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Talent Release Form, a Photoshoot Must Have
Ensuring you have signed talent release forms is key for smooth and legally sound photoshoots. These forms protect your DMO and confirm your rights to use the imagery. Read time 4 minutes
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Destination Rebranding after a Crisis – Dauphin Island, Alabama
When a crisis hits, such as the BP oil spill that devastated Dauphin Island’s tourism, a robust rebranding effort becomes crucial. By leveraging unique attributes like breathtaking sunsets and conducting thorough research, Dauphin Island successfully revived its appeal and saw significant increases in tourism and local development. Read time: under 7 minutes
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5 Steps to a Successful Photoshoot
Shooting compelling portraits of your destination requires plenty of planning and preparation. Don’t shortchange yourself by skipping these 5 steps that we believe are vital to a successful photoshoot. Read time: 6 minutes
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Award-Winning Campaign (and Results!) on a Limited Marketing Budget
The key to great destination marketing is to create a compelling campaign that establishes a connection with your audience AND produces measurable results – no matter what size the budget. So, regardless of your DMO or CVB size, use these four tips to maximize your limited marketing budget and creativity on your next campaign. Read time: under 3 minutes
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5 Mistakes to Avoid in DMO Marketing
Destination marketing in an ever-changing media landscape requires innovative and educated efforts to constantly engage and convert repeat visitors. Read about the top five DMO marketing mistakes and how to avoid them. Read time: under 6 minutes
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The View From Above–A Guide to Drones and Aerial Footage
Are you considering incorporating some aerial footage? With the advent of the quadcopter (or drone), it is now possible to capture stunning video and photography without breaking your budget! Read time: 5 minutes
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Choosing Effective DMO Marketing Partners
Extend your DMO’s reach and efficiency by collaborating with experienced marketing professionals, who can assist with everything from social media management to campaign strategy and execution. Read time: 5 minutes