“I didn’t know it was pride month,” said no destination marketer ever. Tourism professionals are actively thinking about how to welcome LGBTQ+ travelers. The industry has published blogs on the “best queer-cation,” gay travel itineraries, and listings for all the Pride festivities — and there is…
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Working with influencers is becoming a way of life for destination marketing organizations (DMOs) because the savvy creatives reach an audience that DMOs can’t quite penetrate. They also have built-in credibility with their audiences by curating content in their authentic brand voice. So when Flex &…
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The 39th annual National Travel and Tourism Week (NTTW) is taking place May 1-7. This is a time to recognize the future of travel and the critical role our industry will play in rebuilding the workforce — helping communities recover, fostering sustainability, ushering in new innovations, and…
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With the increase in remote work options, some destinations have tried to capitalize on peoples' ability to work from anywhere by promoting "workcations" and "bleisure" extended trips that entail a mix of work and play. However, the remote work initiative in Tulsa, Oklahoma, aims to do more than…
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Have you heard of agritourism? Wine-not? According to the American Farm Bureau Federation, “Agricultural tourism refers to the act of visiting a working farm or any horticultural or agricultural operation for the purpose of enjoyment, education, or active involvement in the activities of the farm or…
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Whether you’re a history buff, a cinephile, or a true crime fanatic, you can indulge in your favorite subject matter whenever, wherever by tuning into a podcast. Consuming content on the go has become a staple; one can play a podcast while they are doing chores, working out, or traveling. With such…
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Door County is a truly special place. Its peaceful beauty and cultural heritage are what draw so many adventurous spirits to this place we call home. It is in our nature and wholesome midwestern genes to share what we love with others. With 300 miles of peninsula shoreline, Door County…
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With more travelers researching destinations online, does the traditional physical visitor guide have a place anymore, or is it time to shift people toward digital guides instead? Will either one be relevant five years from now? A recent Destination Analysts webinar contains great information about…
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View this post on Instagram A post shared by Ray Cleveland Photography 🌵📷 (@raycleveland) Likes, comments, shares … repeat! As marketing becomes more digitally-focused, destination marketing organizations (DMOs) are exploring different…
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Everyone loves a day at the visitor center . Scratch that — everyone loves a day at the beach. Corpus Christi is blessed with more than 100 miles of beaches, which are the heart and soul of the South Texas destination. However, the beaches' popularity convinced the Visit Corpus Christi team that it…
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