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What If Your Walking Tour Could Fill Shopfronts, Not Just Streets?
As a BIA manager, chamber director, or parks officer, you're always looking for ways to bring more life—and more dollars—into your community. You know the magic of a good walking tour, highlighting local history or hidden natural gems. But wouldn't it be incredible if those leisurely strolls didn't just fill streets with sightseers, but actually directed visitors right into your local shops, cafes, and attractions? (It’s a common challenge, I see it all the time!)

Andrew Applebaum
7 hours ago5 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 tourism can benefit from points and rewards programs
In a landscape where tourism destinations strive to captivate and engage visitors, there’s a growing demand for innovative tourism solutions that help enhance visitor experiences and drive loyalty. ..

Driftscape
Apr 236 min read


10 Reasons the Best City Tour Apps Are Now Essential for Destination Marketing
Discover why top destinations are turning to the best city tour app to boost tourism, reduce print costs, and keep visitors engaged. From self-guided tours to real-time updates and gamified exploration, mobile solutions like Driftscape make it easier than ever to market your city. Learn how destinations like Bruce County and Buxton Museum are using apps to modernize their tourism strategies—and why now's the time to go digital.

Andrew Applebaum
Jul 30, 20213 min read


Discover Toronto’s Hidden Stories with a Travel Storytelling App
Discover how Cooks Bay Marina used a travel storytelling app to turn Toronto’s hidden gems into unforgettable, self-guided tours. With immersive audio, local legends, and real-time engagement tools, Driftscape helps destinations like yours boost visitor engagement—without extra staffing or complex tech. Perfect for tourism pros looking to modernize without losing authenticity.

Andrew Applebaum
Jun 15, 20202 min read


A Practical Guide to Boosting Foot Traffic with a Scavenger Hunt App
How do you get visitors to explore beyond the main street? This guide shows you how to use a scavenger hunt app to boost foot traffic. We explore how Carleton Place engaged families with a story-based hunt, leading to over 1,300 completions in just 30 days and driving visitors to local businesses. Learn how you can easily set up a similar, measurable campaign for your BIA or destination, with hands-on support to ensure your success.

Andrew Applebaum
Apr 14, 20204 min read


Discover Ottawa’s Rich Heritage with a Tourism App Built for Storytelling
Discover Ottawa’s rich history through the Driftscape tourism app—a mobile-first tool that turns streets into story-filled adventures. With self-guided tours, interactive maps, and AR experiences, visitors can explore heritage sites, local legends, and hidden gems on their own terms. Whether you're strolling past Sparks Street or diving into museum content, Driftscape helps you experience Ottawa like never before.

Driftscape
Jun 18, 20193 min read
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