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Long Tail SEO: When & How to Target Low-Volume Keywords

The long tail of search can be a mysterious place to explore, often lacking the volume data that we usually rely on to guide us. But the keyword phrases you […]

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Boutique hotels appealing for frequent Airbnb travelers

Last year Airbnb disrupted the hospitality industry to the tune of $1 billion, according to an iModerate report. The report found that Airbnb clients skew young and budget-conscious, with a […]

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Making the Most of Social Proof on Your Hotel Website

We all remember as kids our parents saying, “If [name of delinquent friend] jumped off a bridge, would you do it too?” The answer is yes. Statistically speaking, we most […]

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Transaction loyalty programs need deep customer understanding

A Marriott International executive at Forrester’s CXNYC 2016 said that the proliferation of transaction-based rewards programs means that brands must understand members’ triggers and interests in order to connect with […]

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3 Content Marketing Trends for Hoteliers

Much has been written on the importance of content marketing to a hotel’s digital marketing strategy. But what areas should you be focused on, and how can you make the […]

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4 Useful Positioning Strategies for Your Independent Hotel

Do you know your how your hotel is positioned against your competitive set? Have you considered looking at the positioning strategies for your independent hotel lately? The chances are that […]

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How Google Hotel Reviews Impact Your Hotel

There is a lot of buzz lately about hotel reviews on Google and what really drives improvements in ratings, review summaries, and local search rankings for hotels. As of recent, a few online […]

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6 Social Media Strategies For Travel Shopping Journey

Today’s travel shopping journey has never been more complex. In Leonardo’s recent webinar, “Strategies to Thrive in Today’s Complex Travel Shopping Journey,” we discussed the chaotic reality that hotel consumers […]

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SEO Checklist for Small Hotels and B&Bs

Search engine optimization — or SEO — is critical to your overall online presence. With the best SEO practices, you can increase your hotels ranking on the search engine results […]

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Why Keyword Research For Hotels Is So Important

Keyword research is the backbone of any SEO strategy. Getting a hotel to rank for the right keywords can greatly impact its success, but choosing the right keywords to target […]

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