My Recommended 12-Day Italy Itinerary for First-Time Visitors
Planning a trip to Italy can feel overwhelming. There are so many cities, regions, and opinions about what you should see. After spending 12 days exploring the country, this is…
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America 250 and the Story We’re Choosing to Tell
America 250 is coming. Across the country, destinations are preparing for what will likely be one of the largest tourism moments in U.S. history. Events are being planned, campaigns are…
Bifurcation Isn’t a Trend—It’s a Creative Constraint for Destinations
Bifurcation in travel is no longer a trend—it’s a structural shift showing up clearly in destination data. As traveler behavior diverges, the role of data must expand beyond reporting and…
From SEO to AEO: Why Destinations Need to Optimize for Answers Now
For years, destination websites have been built around one core assumption: If we rank well in search, people will click, explore, and plan their trip. That assumption doesn’t fully hold…
Destination Marketing Ideas No One Asked For: The PTO Playbook
In 2026, destinations that win won’t rely on a single peak season or one big campaign. They’ll take an always-on approach—showing up consistently with messages that make taking a break…
“Simplifying Economic Impact in Travel and Tourism”
As we come to a close of National Travel and Tourism Week, you may have seen this stat shared by the U.S. Travel Association: the travel and tourism industry produces…
“15 Street Art Photos from Athens Greece”
One of the best ways to learn about a city, is to just immerse yourself in the culture by walking around. Seeing as though I’d never been to Greece, I…
My 45th Birthday in Greece
In one word – STUNNING. I don’t think I have ever sat in both amazement and silence while on a vacation. At times, I literally would say out loud, “I’m…
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