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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 314 min read


Bring Culture to Life: How One Cultural Site App Can Make History Feel Personal
Have you ever felt like creating an amazing self-guided tour means you need a massive budget and a dedicated tech team? As a tourism pro,...

Andrew Applebaum
Aug 274 min read


Expand Your Reach: Driftscape Now Speaks Spanish
Spanish auto-translation is now live in Driftscape. 100% of your English content—tours, POIs, listings, captions—can be viewed in Spanish (and French) by default, no extra uploads or cost. Visitors can switch a single item to Spanish (or French) or set the whole app language. Powered by Google Translate, with full control to edit phrasing in the CMS. Reach more travelers and boost engagement without changing your workflow.

Andrew Applebaum
Aug 212 min read


You Don’t Need a Tech Team to Build a Tour That Locals Love and Tourists Share
Ever felt that surge of pride when someone truly "gets" your town? As a BIA manager, chamber director, or tourism coordinator, you know the unique stories, hidden gems, and vibrant businesses that make your community special. But how do you share that magic beyond official guides and brochures, especially when resources are tight and a dedicated tech team feels like a pipe dream? (Believe me, I hear you!) It's all about delivering an amazing immersive travel experience.

Andrew Applebaum
Aug 75 min read


See How These Communities Use Driftscape to Boost Tourism
What do a coastal town in Alaska, a quiet Ontario village, and a French-speaking prairie region have in common? They’re all using the...

Driftscape
Jul 254 min read


How a Sightseeing App Helped the Downtown Carleton Place BIA Create a Hit Self-Guided Tour
Carleton Place, like many small towns, faced a familiar challenge: how to bring forgotten stories back to life—and foot traffic back to the town centre. Their sightseeing app solution? A self-guided, story-rich scavenger hunt powered by Driftscape. Here's how it worked—and what your destination can learn from it.

Andrew Applebaum
Jun 145 min read


7 Creative Walking Tour App Ideas to Boost Visitor Engagement in Small Towns
If you're struggling to get visitors off the highway and into your town's shops, stories, and streets, you're not alone. Small towns have incredible history, charm, and community spirit, but it’s not always obvious to travelers passing through. That's where walking tour apps  come in. They are one of the most effective ways for DMOs and BIAs  to encourage exploration, drive local spending, and turn casual visits into memorable, authentic experiences. This guide offers seven u

Andrew Applebaum
Apr 145 min read


Explore the Magic of the Silver Screen: North Bay’s Self-Guided Film Tour on Driftscape
Did you know that North Bay has served as the backdrop for some of the most beloved holiday movies and television productions? From...

Driftscape
Dec 9, 20242 min read
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