Insights

  • The Importance of Social Media in Times of Crisis

    The Importance of Social Media in Times of Crisis

    McKenzie says… Social media is a vital tool for destination management during crises, offering real-time updates and essential guidance to keep communities and visitors informed and safe. By staying active online, destinations can build trust and become a dependable resource during emergencies, from natural disasters to health alerts.

    READ MORE

  • Unlocking Pinterest Potential for Specialty Trade Contractors

    Unlocking Pinterest Potential for Specialty Trade Contractors

    McKenzie says… With over 518 million active users, Pinterest is the perfect platform for a specialty trade contractor to promote their offerings, and we've got some tips to help your company make Pinterest a valuable resource for customers. Read time: three minutes 

    READ MORE

  • Tips for an Effective Construction Services Website

    Tips for an Effective Construction Services Website

    Leigh says… Websites are typically the first brand experience your customers engage with. Use these four tips for strategy, engagement, trust, and reach to be sure you're building on the strongest foundation. Read time: 3 minutes

    READ MORE

  • Destination Merch Link in Bio

    Destination Merch Link in Bio

    Leigh says… Merch is one of the only forms of advertising that allows consumers to interact with a brand on a physical level, and can have a big impact on your tourism marketing efforts. However, creating merch is more than putting your logo on an item and calling it done. When considering what you want to create, you’ll need to look at your target audiences and what appeals to them most. Read time: under 4 minutes

    READ MORE

  • Is It Time for a Social Media Audit?

    Is It Time for a Social Media Audit?

    Maghen says… It's a good idea to audit your social media channels on an annual basis. Learn why and get some tips and resources you can use for your organization. Read time: under 2 minutes

    READ MORE

  • Why You Should Audit Your Website

    Why You Should Audit Your Website

    Leigh says… Auditing your website can help maintain your brand, keep your Search Engine Optimization (SEO) and lead generation tactics at their best, and ensure things like good user experience and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliance. Here we discuss the steps involved in conducting a website audit. Read time: 3 minutes

    READ MORE

  • TikTok Domain Déjà Vu

    TikTok Domain Déjà Vu

    Stamp says… Just as people may not have understood the importance of registering a website domain in the early stages of the internet, there is often a similar reluctance to jump on the latest social platform. Learn why you should register a free account on TikTok with your DMO's name now before it is unavailable or becomes too costly. Read time: under 2 minutes

    READ MORE

  • Social Media Marketing for Small Organizations

    Social Media Marketing for Small Organizations

    Maghen says… For small organizations with limited resources, we sometimes find that necessary marketing strategies remain unexplored due to lack of funding, a small staff, or both. Fortunately, there are some strategies to put social media to work no matter how small your team is. Here are a few ideas to help solve your “too much to do and not enough time to do it” challenges. Read time: under 3 minutes

    READ MORE

  • Shift Focus to Quality vs. Quantity of Organic Social Media

    Shift Focus to Quality vs. Quantity of Organic Social Media

    Maghen says… Social media algorithms have made it harder and harder for businesses to reach new audiences without paying up. Get ideas to optimize your organic social efforts. Read time: under 2 minutes

    READ MORE

  • Why VR is a Notch Above Video

    Why VR is a Notch Above Video

    Stamp says… Virtual reality is quickly getting to the point where it can be utilized by virtually everyone, and many organizations in tourism and real estate have begun using it to offer a more immersive try-before-you-buy experience. Here we discuss some basic tools you'll need if you are considering experimenting with VR for your destination. Read time: three minutes

    READ MORE