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How to Promote Your Passport Program Without Burning Out Your Team
Stop burying your team in paper punch cards! Learn how to launch a digital "passport to savings" that drives foot traffic to local businesses while automating the boring stuff. From saving thousands in print costs to winning national awards with zero extra staffing, Andrew shares how BIAs and small towns are using smart tech like Driftscape to boost engagement without the burnout. Turn your seasonal campaign into a high-impact, immersive travel experience today.
Andrew Applebaum
Dec 30, 20253 min read


10 New Holiday Self Guided Walking Tour Ideas for BIAs
The holiday season is a massive opportunity for small towns and BIAs, but the pressure to drive foot traffic is real. The solution isn't a bigger budget—it's a smart, self guided walking tour that leverages your existing charm. We’ve collected 10 fresh, engaging ideas—from 'Elf Hunts' to 'Ugly Sweater Showcases'—to help you launch a rewarding, low-staffing campaign that gets people shopping local and exploring your main street this winter.
Andrew Applebaum
Nov 4, 20255 min read


Seasonal Tourism Marketing That Works: 7 Real Ideas from Towns Like Yours
Ever feel the pressure of the changing seasons, wondering how to keep your town buzzing year-round, not just during peak times? As a small-town tourism marketer or a BIA communications manager, you know that visitors often have specific interests tied to the time of year. But translating that into concrete, engaging tourism marketing strategies that actually work can be a real head-scratcher, especially with limited time and resources.
Andrew Applebaum
Oct 31, 20254 min read


How Food Trails and Coupons Can Inspire Autumn Exploration
Looking for a new way to get visitors exploring this fall? Learn how a seasonal food trail and a smart coupon management app can drive foot traffic, boost local business, and create an immersive culinary experience. This guide will show you how to use digital coupons to turn a simple activity into a profitable community campaign.
Andrew Applebaum
Oct 3, 20253 min read
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