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Learn about latest destination brand and reputation research insights, trends and advice for those in charge of destination marketing and the management of destination brands. You might also be interested in our articles on destination branding.
Sithembile Ntombela on How South Africa Approaches Destination Marketing and Nation Branding
Sithembile Ntombela in this interview introduces us to South Africa's approach to destination marketing and nation branding. Learn about South Africa's economic and social reality, investment opportunities and how Brand South Africa works towards strengthening a shared national identity.
How Travel Bloggers and Influencers Shake Up Destination Marketing: Research Update
How vloggers and online influencers are shaking up destination marketing practices, and the do's and don'ts DMOs should consider when working with travel bloggers. Rachel Luna Peralta of the Macau Institute for Tourism Studies shares her research findings.
Bill Geist on the Future of Destination Marketing and the Next Generation of DMOs
Bill Geist of DMOproz in this interview looks at the future of destination marketing and shares his thoughts on what the next generation of DMOs will (have to) look like, to succeed.
Slovenia
Why Slovenia is among the best examples of smart destination branding, aimed at enhancing experiences and attracting the right visitors.
Destination Brand Personality: Why It Matters and How to Build It
Destination brand personality - how to build it, how to maintain? Sara Vinyals Mirabent from the University Pompeu Fabra in Barcelona (Spain) shares insights from a recent study, including practical advice for destination brand managers.
José Koechlin von Stein of Inkaterra Hotels on Tourism, Conservation and Community Development in Peru
José Koechlin von Stein in this interview introdudes us to the philosophy behind his multi-award winning, Inkaterra hotels in Peru and explains how they support local communities, the conservation of the country's spectacular biodiversity, and its economic development as destination.