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Guest Post: The PR Generalist vs. The Industry Specialist

Deirdre Breakenridge

Those with a penchant for finance may go the IR route or look to represent banks or investment products, as someone with a love of travel takes a position with a destination or tourism bureau. Online communities like #PRStudChat are a great resource for learning, connecting with peers and hearing about different experiences.

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Why Your Tourism Board Should Network with Travel Agents

5W PR

Tourism boards play a vital role in promoting destinations and attracting visitors to their regions. In the increasingly competitive travel industry , it’s important for tourism boards to explore partnerships that can help draw more tourists. By partnering with travel agents, tourism boards can leverage these existing networks.

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Using Social Amidst a Crisis: Q&A With Scott Peacock & K.C. Brown

Cision

Social media can quickly turn local events into breaking national news which means every season is crisis season. How did Scott’s team keep the state’s tourism afloat? Scott: We communicated to local tourism officials in each community and they then communicated directly with businesses in their areas.

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Lockdown letter: brainstorming second order COVID-19 effects

Stephen Waddington

Our local fish and chip shop reopened on Wednesday. Government The digital democracy has been a long time coming - democracy will finally digitise, both in central and local government, and citizen voting. We need local, decentralised responses to arts, culture, education and transport. Photo by sfe-co2/iStock / Getty Images.

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3 Tips to Clean Up a Crisis

Cision

In fact, the Pew Research Center found that 67 percent of smartphone users shared pictures, videos or commentary about local events in 2015. So how can brands prepare when local events turn into national and global crises in mere seconds? How is this affecting businesses and what’s the economic impact on the state’s tourism?

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Faces & Markets of PRGN: Malaysia – The Future-Forward and Business Ready Market

Bianchi Biz Blog

Recognize the cultural and social differences among Malays, Chinese, Indians, and indigenous groups, as well as urban and rural communities. Urban areas may lean towards tech-savvy options, while rural communities may prioritize traditional mediums. Highlight cultural authenticity and respect local customs.

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Sustainable Caribbean Getaways

5W PR

The Cayman Islands Department of Tourism recognizes the natural beauty that draws tourists in, and instead of closing off those areas to protect them, they’ve put in regulations and guidelines so that the beauty can be enjoyed by all.

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