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Why DMOs must be about Management, not just Marketing

Solimar International

They were primarily established to promote destinations. However, with the rapid growth of tourism, the need for its sustainability and management of the sector eventually emerged. Therefore, whether DMOs should focus only on marketing or broaden their activities and be a management organization is part of the future agenda.

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Understanding Online Travel Agency Business: Partners, Building Blocks, How to Grow

AltexSoft Travel

One more partner allows OTAs to promote their propositions – metasearch engines. Hotels are often less complicated, but since you mostly get your inventory from third parties, the process requires some smart management and technical finesse. Websites like Google Flights or Skyscanner aggregate different flight options.

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Nurturing Non-profit Success through Strategy Innovation in Developing Nations: The Service Delivery Approach

Solimar International

Solimar’s implementation of over 200 development programs led to identifying ten main challenges faced by almost every emerging destination , including lack of a long-term (and actionable) tourism plan, a difficult business enabling environment, and the absence of an effective destination management organization to name a few.

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Present and Future of AI Evolution in Tourism

Solimar International

Key Features of Chatbots and Virtual Assistants An increasing number of companies are beginning to use chatbots and virtual assistants to allocate human resources effectively and optimize administrative tasks. Let’s delve further into this topic to investigate.

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How can Tourism help Destinations Address Climate Change?

Solimar International

Specifically, we will explore tourism for climate change adaptation and mitigation, its role in decreasing carbon emissions, its impact on local economies, and its potential for promoting environmental education and awareness. This strategic approach not only promotes environmental preservation but also bolsters competitiveness.

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Vacation Rental Management Company: Business Model and Growth Strategies Overview

AltexSoft Travel

Below is the typical list of responsibilities of a full-service short-term property management company. Main services of a property management company. Property promotion – vacation rental management companies use a wide range of marketing techniques to advertise and promote their properties. Bulk sales.