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What is the primary purpose of tourism marketing?
What is the primary purpose of tourism marketing?
What is the benefit of using external marketing communication channels?
What is the benefit of using external marketing communication channels?
What is the role of internal marketing communication in tourism marketing?
What is the role of internal marketing communication in tourism marketing?
What is the result of effective tourism marketing?
What is the result of effective tourism marketing?
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What is the purpose of providing information about a location's attractions and amenities?
What is the purpose of providing information about a location's attractions and amenities?
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What is word-of-mouth communication in the context of tourism marketing?
What is word-of-mouth communication in the context of tourism marketing?
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Study Notes
Tourism Marketing
- Tourism marketing involves creative and effective strategies to attract visitors to cities and regions by showcasing attractions and amenities.
- The primary goal of tourism marketing is to promote the offerings of a resort, city, state, or region in an appealing yet honest manner.
Information Sources for Tourism
- People often rely on websites, social media, Chambers of Commerce, and city websites to gather information about a destination.
Effective Tourism Marketing
- To be successful, tourism marketing needs to cater to the needs of both the visitor and the organization producing the marketing material.
Types of Marketing Communication
- Marketing communications occur in three ways:
- External marketing: uses formal channels to promote the tourism product to travelers, highlighting its benefits and making promises.
- Internal marketing: occurs when tourism service providers interact with tourists and deliver promised benefits.
- Word-of-mouth marketing: occurs informally when visitors or employees share their experiences with others.
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Learn about the effective strategies used to promote cities and regions as tourist destinations, including information sources and marketing techniques.
