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10 Travel Trends That Will Shape Tourism in 2023

The past years were marked by uncertainty in the tourism industry. The traveler was learning how to cope with closed borders and often had their plans blown by the constant changes in the travel rules. However, 2022 was different. This...

Why Destinations Should Promote Agritourism

The pandemic was a change driver in many aspects, including in the way people are choosing to travel. Before mass tourism was the rule, now the modern traveler is seeking slower, more in-depth experiences. Many destinations from all over the...

The Impact of Climate Change on Tourism: Challenges and Actions

Do you know someone who had a vacation trip that turned into a nightmare due to a severe weather event? Or who got frustrated when visiting a ski resort during a snow shortage? Or who couldn't enjoy a trip to...

How to Become a Slow Travel Destination

Slow travel isn't a new trend but it has grown in popularity after travel restrictions were lifted and remote work became a movement. The post-pandemic traveler doesn't want to arrive at a destination one day and leave the next day,...

Economic Leakage in Tourism: What It Is and How to Prevent It

Tourism is a significant driver of economic and social development. It is responsible for generating income, employment, investment, and ultimately, improving the quality of life for locals. But local communities in different destinations are not fully experiencing the benefits of...

How to Become an Eco-Friendly Destination

It is true that travelers are more conscious of the impact tourism has on the environment and local communities they visit. For this reason, many are choosing to spend their next vacations in an eco-friendly destination. Aware of this change...

Meet Google’s Free Travel Analytics Tool for Destinations and Travel Businesses

After launching a tool to provide search data to airlines called Flight Demand Explorer, Google has come up with a new travel analytics tool focused on destinations and accommodations. Travel Insights with Google is meant for governments, tourism boards, hotels,...

What Is Tourism 4.0 and How to Attract the ‘New Traveler’?

Tourism is a traditional industry going through a gradual disruption over the years. The pandemic only accelerated this process, and now, DMOs are rushing to understand and adapt their strategies to attract visitors in 2022 and beyond. This article discusses...

7 Content Ideas to Create a Compelling Destination Visitor Guide

Destination visitor guides are still a powerful marketing tool DMOs can use to attract visitors. Especially tourists from older generations, who are comfortable with printed guides to plan their trips. Well-crafted guides filled with relevant content, breathtaking images, and integrated...

8 Tips for a Smooth Tourism Restart in Your Destination

This year tourist arrivals are expected to reach close to pre-pandemic levels in many destinations. This is great news for destination managers, isn't it? Maybe not for all of them. After a long period of travel restrictions, locals got used...