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Alex Corral

Alex Corral

Senior Content Producer
Marketing / Analytics Expert
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Does Original Content Matter for SEO
Alex Corral
August 25, 2021
Importance of Original Content - Paper with a crown and the word Content
So you ask, does original content matter for SEO? The short answer is: YES! Original content is important for SEO as it helps your website rank higher on Google.
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Optimize Website for Voice Search
Alex Corral
July 21, 2021
Voice Search Website Optimization - Woman using the voice search
If you want to improve your chances of showing up on the first page of the search results, then optimizing your website for voice search is essential.
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Why does Entity Search SEO Matter?
Alex Corral
June 13, 2021
Importance of Entity Search SEO
Entity search SEO is a form of on-page optimization that goes beyond keyword optimization and focuses more on content/context optimization.
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SEO Tips for Small Businesses
Alex Corral
February 23, 2021
Keyboard button with the word "SEO" - Best SEO Tips for Small Businesses
Are you looking to take your brand and business to the next level? Click here for expert SEO tips for small businesses and much more.
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What is Intent-Based Marketing?
Alex Corral
December 26, 2020
Red and white bullseye - The Importance of Intent-based Marketing
Intent-Based marketing can benefit your business in several ways. Increase your conversions and sales with these strategies and best practices.
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Top Five SEO Tips for Small Business
Alex Corral
September 25, 2020
SEO blocks - Top-5 SEO Tips for Small Business
SEO isn’t a one-and-done type of deal. It is competitive, and there will always be people fighting you for the top spot. Here's how to get you some quick wins.
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Local Search Website Optimization
Alex Corral
August 25, 2020
Person using a tablet with a lot of local pins on a map - Local Search Website Optimization
This article will show you how to properly optimize your website for SEO. The best practices laid out in this article will improve your local search results.
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On-Page SEO Guide for Small Business
Alex Corral
July 21, 2020
SEO letters on top of a keyboard - On-Page SEO: A Guide for Small Business
The absolute basic of it is that you are optimizing pages on your website. You are doing this in the hopes that you'll get better search placement in the SERPs
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Onsite vs. Offsite SEO
Alex Corral
June 24, 2020
woman searching on computer
If you are on this page, it is because you are beginning with SEO. Keywords are now a thing of the past for you, & you are looking to see what else you can do.
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Content Marketing Strategies
Alex Corral
April 21, 2020
Ideas for Content Marketing - Guide to Create a Content Marketing Strategy
Content marketing is a strategy that has been successful for companies in a wide range of industries and locations. So, how do you get your piece of the pie?
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How to Build Repeat Business
Alex Corral
March 5, 2020
This guide will show you how to build repeat business.
Retention is important for success. What are some tactics you can use to bring customers back, again and again? Learn how to build repeat business here.
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A Competitive Advantage
Alex Corral
October 22, 2019
block going from sad to happy
Are you interested in learning how creating a competitive advantage through positive customer experience can benefit your business? Click here for more.
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Pay Per Click Research
Alex Corral
October 1, 2019
woman doing research
Keyword research for ppc ads is one of the most impactful steps of creating a campaign. You need to have the best keywords organized in a way that makes sense.
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Creating a Low-Cost PPC Campaign
Alex Corral
September 18, 2019
woman smiling about savings
If you're wondering how to create a low-cost PPC campaign in Google Ads, we have some answers. Set a strict budget, choose one keyword, and stick to your guns.
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An Email Blast Subscribers Love
Alex Corral
September 9, 2019
woman smiling at email blast on her phone
If you want to experience the 4400% ROI of email, it’s time to create better emails. Focus on these aspects of your email to make your subscribers convert!
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Decrease CPC on Google Ads
Alex Corral
August 29, 2019
little girl counting change
Do too much, and you'll screw up your entire campaign, do too little, and you won't experience the growth you're looking for.
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Increase Website Performance
Alex Corral
August 5, 2019
person using a stopwatch
Forget about bloated sites that take too long to load! Increase website performance with these 17 tips for both beginners and experts. 
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Surprising Things Freud Can Teach
Alex Corral
July 22, 2019
someone coming to a conclusion
When it comes to understanding the personality of your customer base, how can Freud help you to run a successful marketing campaign?
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Uses of Branded Campaigns for PPC
Alex Corral
July 8, 2019
building a brand
Branded campaigns are cheap and effective. This should be all you need to know to convince you to bid on your brands and boost your conversion rate.
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SEO: Voice Search Guide
Alex Corral
June 24, 2019
person using voice search
With the rise of Siri, Alexa, and other AI assistants in our homes, cars, and everyday lives, it’s not surprising that Google’s investing
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Increase Engagement for Your Content
Alex Corral
June 10, 2019
2 people hugging their computer
Follow these tips for creating engaging content. If your blog content or social posts have been struggling, this advice can help you improve engagement.
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Increase Email Response Rate
Alex Corral
May 28, 2019
opening an email
Follow the advice in this article to help improve your email marketing campaigns & increase email response rate. Read more here.
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Hotel Marketing for Beginners
Alex Corral
May 13, 2019
woman taking marketing notes
We have put together a getting started guide to hotel marketing for independent hotels hoping to increase traffic to their website and grow their businesses.
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Hotel Marketing Trends This Year
Alex Corral
April 15, 2019
woman on her phone waiting for hotel room
Increase brand loyalty, improve guest experience, and get more direct bookings by implementing these hotel marketing trends. Read more here.
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Make Sense of Hotel SEM
Alex Corral
April 1, 2019
person doing research
Learn these crucial hotel search engine marketing strategies to drive more traffic and steadily increase your hotel bookings throughout the year.
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Take You to the Next Level
Alex Corral
March 18, 2019
woman doing user testing
Once somebody purchases your product or service, they become users. It's from there where, in the digital age, businesses set themselves apart.
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Paid Search for Hotels
Alex Corral
March 4, 2019
the marketing funnel
Breakfast included makes a big difference! From keywords to PPC campaigns, here’s how hotels can improve marketing ROI with paid search for hotels by amenities.
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Is Your Website Designed Well
Alex Corral
February 18, 2019
person engaging in the hotel design process
A practical guide to hotel web design. Go forth confidently in the competitive world of digital marketing, turning your website visitors into hotel guests.
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How SEO Fits Into Your Strategy
Alex Corral
January 8, 2019
How SEO Works
SEO marketing can do great things for your business. Here’s what you can do to receive more traffic to your website. A little work and some patience.
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Create Your Hotel Slogan
Alex Corral
December 24, 2018
hotel advertising
When choosing a hotel advertisement slogan, you want to create a phrase that will help you stand out from competitors & keep you top of mind for your customers.
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Build a Compelling Brand
Alex Corral
December 10, 2018
Branding Strategies
Is your hotel branding strategy hurting or growing your business? Discover the 4 essential branding pillars that your hotel needs to book more guests.
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The 20 Top Trends in Hotel Marketing
Alex Corral
November 26, 2018
marketing trends
Here are the 20 top trends for hotel marketing to boost customer engagement and loyalty, and drive greater awareness for your brand amongst consumers.
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Jump Start Your Hotel Marketing Plan
Alex Corral
November 14, 2018
Hotel Marketing Strategies
If you manage a great hotel that guests love (no matter the size), the next step isn’t repeating everything you’re doing. It’s improving.
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7 Internet Marketing Strategies
Alex Corral
October 29, 2018
marketing strategy
It’s by no means easy, but when you align some critical internet marketing techniques together you can accomplish new records for your hotel’s website.
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Use This Hotel Marketing Plan
Alex Corral
October 17, 2018
people discussing a marketing plan
Creating an effective hotel marketing plan is no easy feat. If you're in need of some inspiration, this approach for hotels will help you get started.
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Build Your Hotel Branding Strategy
Alex Corral
October 1, 2018
branding
Building a hotel branding strategy is daunting, yet critical. Fortunately, you can have your strategy laid out in no time with these best practices.
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Successful Branding Through Yelp
Alex Corral
September 17, 2018
how to build a brand
If you have a good product or exceptional service, then I think that you are a prime candidate to improve your branding through Yelp.
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Create A Better Experience For Users
Alex Corral
July 9, 2018
designing a website
As a business owner, you want your website to generate revenue, but converting visitors into customers is not always easy. Find out what you can do here.
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These Are Movies With Hotels in Them
Alex Corral
June 25, 2018
people watching movies
This article features movies with hotels in them. It will only feature films in which the hotels are the central filming locations.
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Custom Alerts in Google Analytics
Alex Corral
May 30, 2018
analytics dashboard
Are you looking for a simple guide on how to set up alerts? This isn't it. If you are looking for some alerts to keep an eye on things, this article is for you.
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SEO Tips for Hotels
Alex Corral
May 29, 2018
seo tips growth
I want to let you know these things that you should focus on to make sure your hotel is showing up in the search results. See what they are here.
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Understanding Bias in Online Reviews
Alex Corral
May 15, 2018
reviews
In today’s internet-centered society, one is unlikely to come across a person who doesn’t consult online opinions before making a purchase.
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Guide to Retargeting Campaigns
Alex Corral
April 30, 2018
retargeting on different channels
Maintain a presence when this user browses, familiarity develops which ultimately leads to trust. Once you have established trust, the sale becomes easier.
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Using Header Tags For SEO
Alex Corral
April 17, 2018
typing heading tags
Many people don't really understand the “H” tags. In my opinion, I believe that they do, but not for the reasons that many might have you believe.
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Crafting Your SEO Strategy
Alex Corral
March 26, 2018
seo
Your strategy won’t spring up out of the blue. You really have to sit down and think it through. It might not begin a success, but it'll get better with time.
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Blog Writing Is A Different Beast
Alex Corral
March 6, 2018
writing a blog
If you put out enough good stuff, then people might start associating your brand with whatever service/product you are offering.
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Google Geo Targeting for Hotels
Alex Corral
February 6, 2018
setting up radius targeting in adowrds
Looking for more transient business for your hotel? Well, I might have the answer for you. It comes in the form of a 10 minute time investment in Google Ads.
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Mastering Local SEM for Hotels 2018
Alex Corral
January 22, 2018
Google search box
Local SEO presents a unique set of challenges for hotels. If you are wondering what you need to do, make sure you implement these 3 tactics.
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Why isn't my SEO working?
Alex Corral
December 12, 2017
seo desk area
Why isn't my SEO working? This is a question that I get all the time. I usually have my answer to this question once I follow this simple process.
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3 Tactics To Improve SEO
Alex Corral
November 28, 2017
magnifying glass
SEO, is a digital marketing discipline that improves the position of your site in search. There is something so vaguely simple about that, but it holds true.
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Three Content Marketing Ideas
Alex Corral
November 13, 2017
old school typewriter
Content marketing is here to stay. The reason is, that when it is done correctly, you can have a piece of content that keeps on giving.
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Manage Your PPC Account
Alex Corral
October 31, 2017
robot for automating scripts
This article helps you allocate time to your paid search accounts where it really matters. If you're spending too much on maintenance, how will you ever grow?
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Content Marketing For Hotels
Alex Corral
October 10, 2017
moleskin for writing down notes
A primary function of marketing is promotion, but what if you struggle to find things to promote? How can you form a content strategy around this?
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Do-It-Yourself Google Ads
Alex Corral
October 2, 2017
adding negative keywords
"Why am I spending so much on Google Ads?" I get asked this question the most. Although there could be many issues, 1 simple fix usually does the trick.
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Mobile SEO for Hotels
Alex Corral
October 1, 2017
meeting room
If you look at our industry blogs, you will hear the same chatter when it comes to mobile SEO. This chatter is only looking at a few factors.
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Optimizing Titles & Metas
Alex Corral
September 18, 2017
the words "test" written on chalk
Presentation, testing,& optimizing are essential to digital marketing. Nailing all three is tough, unless you have a simple framework.
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Best Internal Linking Opportunity
Alex Corral
September 4, 2017
magnifying glass on seo search box
Want to increase the overall quality of your website in a matter of minutes? Follow this simple internal linking guide, & you'll get just that.
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What is a SKAG?
Alex Corral
August 4, 2017
person typing on a computer with question mark background
They days of targeting a broad match keyword like “hotels in LA” are over. Advertising is now granular. What are you doing to pass up the competition?
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How Are Your Hotel Ads Performing
Alex Corral
July 1, 2017
person taking notes
Are your ads on Google Ads targeting the right people? If you can't find an answer to that question, then you are in luck, because I have the answer.
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Beginners Resources for SEO
Alex Corral
June 19, 2017
search engine optimization
SEO is the foundation of a successful online presence. You must make it easy for people to find you. I've compiled this list to get you started today.
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Get More From Hotel SEO
Alex Corral
June 14, 2017
SEO + UX
Having a proper SEO foundation can yield better results. 2 things could make a difference. Find out what they are & how to fix them in this article.
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Books to Help Hoteliers
Alex Corral
June 1, 2017
stack of books
These 8 books will help you market your hotel this year! If you read just 25 pages every day, you will be able to develop a better marketing strategy!
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Google Alerts
Alex Corral
May 19, 2017
kid using magnifying glass to look at floor
Google is fantastic, aren't they? They provide a bunch of valuable tools for free, and if you know how to harness them, they can be very powerful for business.
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Search Engine Optimization for Hotel
Alex Corral
May 8, 2017
clicking on SEO image
You know that SEO for hotels is important. You need more people in your hotel to fill those empty rooms! I'll show you why SEO might be the answer.
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Keep Bofu, Mofu, & Tofu In Mind
Alex Corral
April 24, 2017
person taking a panoramic picture on their phone
Bofu? Mofu? Tofu? What on earth is that? I would like to introduce you to these acronyms so that they can help you with your marketing campaigns.
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7 Free Hotel Marketing Tools
Alex Corral
April 6, 2017
google trends graph
What if I told you that there were hotel marketing tools out there, that could save you hours of marketing your hotel for the price of F-R-E-E, free!.
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Website Marketing
Alex Corral
March 24, 2017
tangled web of nerves
What comes to mind when you want to improve digital reach & bring in new customers? Would you be surprised if I suggested heuristics?
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Strategies: Acquiring Backlinks
Alex Corral
March 9, 2017
links
Let’s take a look at one of the most crucial types of marketing strategies for hotels to get traffic that are available today: building backlinks.
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Voice Search Optimization
Alex Corral
February 23, 2017
voice search logo
As travel business and hotel professionals, this should be a time of action, to assure that growing trends don’t turn into headaches shortly.
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AIDA Model in Your SEO Strategy
Alex Corral
January 23, 2017
AIDA Marketing Model
SEO is a process. Many bases need to be covered to be successful. Using this tried-and-true marketing principle can help facilitate this process.
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4 Useful Positioning Strategies
Alex Corral
January 17, 2017
online marketing
Do you know how your hotel is positioned against your competitive set? Have you considered looking at the positioning? See what makes the difference.
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Increase Exposure with Promotion
Alex Corral
January 16, 2017
woman optimizing content on laptop
I am sure that at this point you have heard the statement that content is king. Well, I want to take that one step further & tell you that good content is king.
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Email Automations For Your Guests
Alex Corral
December 8, 2016
guest paying for hotel room
I will share with you a few of my favorite email marketing automations. These should be simple enough to put in place. Find out here.
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3 Email Tips
Alex Corral
December 5, 2016
computer tablet keyboard
There are companies that use email to engage with customers for branding purposes. There are many companies that use it to drive revenue.
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3 Hotel PPC Campaigns
Alex Corral
November 17, 2016
adwords in scrabble letters
Once you get the hang of it, you realize that there's potential for fantastic ROI. Below are a few tips to get your PPC account up and running.
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Help Your Hotel’s Marketing
Alex Corral
November 7, 2016
person typing on a laptop
You are presenting an ad. Among them is a percentage, small or large, whom you hope to interest. Go after that percentage & strike the chord that resonates.
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5 Hotel SEO Enhancements
Alex Corral
October 30, 2016
person holding SEO sign
The hotel industry is as competitive as it has ever been. Book direct campaigns are springing up left and right. How can a hotel compete?
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Connecting with the Right People
Alex Corral
October 6, 2016
networking at an event
Have you ever heard the expression, “it’s not about what you know, but about who you know?” This phrase has never been more valid than it is today.
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Hotel Marketing Attribution
Alex Corral
September 22, 2016
hotel
Marketing attribution analysis can help you see where your traffic is coming from, and if it is of the quality that you are looking for. It is critical to know.
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DSAs for Hotels; Are They for You?
Alex Corral
September 8, 2016
taking notes on dynamic search ads
The purpose of this article isn’t to tell you how good DSA's are, but rather show, the caveats. I'll outline some of the most common in the industry.
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Earned, Paid & Owned Media
Alex Corral
July 14, 2016
front desk
Improving a digital presence can be confusing. You know you need to be there, but there are so many places to be. Which is best for your hotel?
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Paid Search for Boutique Hotels
Alex Corral
June 30, 2016
bands of money
What if I told you that there was a way that you could succeed in paid search for your boutique hotels with a small budget? Find out how here.
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7 Reasons To Consider Voice Search
Alex Corral
June 1, 2016
voice search microphone
There is a new mobile-first mindset. Studies have shown us that users turn to their phones, and more importantly, voice search, when they want answers.
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Do Guests Reviews Really Matter?
Alex Corral
May 18, 2016
pool on mountainside
Hotel guest reviews can have their very own rendition of At the Movies with Gene Siskel and Roger Ebert; Only this review is about your hotel.
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Forget The 4 P’s Of Marketing
Alex Corral
May 9, 2016
two people discussing something at workstation
There are so many new ways to get customers to your business, but some good old fashioned marketing principles always seem to do the trick.
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Effective Branding for Hotels
Alex Corral
May 4, 2016
hotel rooms
In today’s highly competitive business climate, those who wish to stay afloat—and remain profitable—must take a number of steps and measures to do so.
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LinkedIn Case Study on 123Notary.com
Alex Corral
April 28, 2016
a bunch of books with pages open
123Notary had been in business since 1999, but they didn’t know how to leverage LinkedIn to get more business. Read on to see how we helped.
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The Case for Location Marketing
Alex Corral
April 25, 2016
location markers
If your hotel makes use of the AdWords location extension, they can expect to see an increase in website visits. All of this by just adding 1 simple extension!
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Google Ads Resources for Hoteliers
Alex Corral
April 23, 2016
side of a brick building
To find success in the crowded hotel climate of today, you need an edge on the competition. That edge is pay-per-click (PPC) marketing.
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One Effective Way to Improve SEO
Alex Corral
April 5, 2016
person holding up SEO sign
Staying up-to-date with SEO is tough. The moment you have mastered a certain technique, Google comes in changes everything. How can you stay ahead?
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Google Paid Changes to 4 Ad Format
Alex Corral
February 29, 2016
google
The four ads were on some of the higher traffic locations, so we felt that something was about to happen, and just last week, it did.
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The 3 Types of Search Queries
Alex Corral
January 21, 2016
question mark
It does not matter if the avenue you chose to implement your keyword strategy is organic search (SEO) or paid search, you need to be focused.
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Google Ads Intro for Hoteliers
Alex Corral
January 8, 2016
person taking notes on Google Ads
If you are not familiar with how this system works, I will provide a brief rundown on the concept. Most ad platforms run off of the same basic premise.
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5 Reasons Direct Bookings are Low
Alex Corral
July 31, 2015
hotel manager on the phone
Hoteliers work to find ways to increase bookings. In today's digital era, the online website is a hotelier's most potent tool to attract more guests.
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Collect Guest Surveys for Your Hotel
Alex Corral
March 20, 2015
checking off box on survey
With the amount of reservations that move through hotels every year, there is a wealth of data available to the hotelier who is willing to put the time
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What About A Hybrid Front Desk?
Alex Corral
February 6, 2015
woman checking in on Ipad
With more hotels adopting mobile & self-check-in, the front desk experience is rapidly changing. Check out the possible benefits of the hybrid front desk.
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Guest Diversity Good or Bad
Alex Corral
July 16, 2014
guest diversity in hotels
Diversification can keep your investments protected during financial hardships. If one market takes a turn for the worst, you don't have all your money tied
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How To Attract Customers
Alex Corral
April 3, 2014
lit up hotel sign
There are some simple & cost-effective ways to get business. Use these 5 helpful tips when navigating the complexities of hospitality marketing.
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3 Boutique Hotel Marketing Tips
Alex Corral
January 7, 2014
boutique hotel room
Large hotels rely on loyalty programs and name recognition. While this is not an impossible feat for small hotels, the landscape does look different.
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4 Reasons SEO Campaigns
Alex Corral
December 23, 2013
woman optimizing her site
Businesses launch SEO campaigns all the time, and these campaigns often fail for a few reasons. See if your website has committed any of these issues.
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