“We're not a quality police. We're not saying, you're right, you're wrong. We're an open and tolerant city and that's...
DMO leadership
How the Netherlands is charting a sustainable path for travel, tourism, and society
“Tourism and travel has a massive impact for better and for worse. And we really need to steer and guide that into the...
In the Netherlands, travel is a means to an end. Here’s why.
“So instead of looking at certain interests, look at the shared interest, look at the society's interest when it comes...
NBTC Holland Marketing describes their approach to partnerships and key challenges for DMOs
What if a country became a city? How can we better integrate tourism into the whole economy? How will our destination...
Are you resisting or creating innovation for your destination?
A space mission is a life-and-death enterprise in which every action taken by the team is critical. In his book, An...
A simple Design Thinking approach to brainstorming
In theory, brainstorms are a great way to get input and collectively come up with new and innovative ideas. In...
Two ways CEOs can build an agile destination marketing organization
For destinations facing an upended landscape and changing visitor behaviours, it’s natural to fear being left behind....
The one magic question every destination marketer must ask
Have a look at your calendar. Your time is likely filled with meetings, projects, and the great world of unknowns:...
Destination marketers need to learn from the past to shape a healthier tourism future
2016 may be a year of reckoning for the tourism industry. In her recent article, “Are the eggs of the tourism goose...
8 roadblocks that stop destination marketers from keeping pace with travellers
With the widespread emergence of digital technology, consumer engagement is important and valuable. The private sector...
8 things new destination marketing leaders need to know
Leading a destination marketing organization (DMO) is an amazing opportunity. If you’re looking for a challenge,...
Growing nautical tourism niche provides lessons for destinations
Many destination marketers are seeking to define and optimize niche experiences to increase visitation from passionate...
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