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Marketing in travel doesn't have to break the bank. Andrew, our digital tourism expert, shares 9 practical, low-cost tactics to increase visitation. From the success of Downtown Carleton Place BIA’s scavenger hunts to Bruce County’s reward-based engagement, learn how to use digital tools to turn existing local assets into major visitor draws.

Stop letting your festival momentum disappear on Monday morning. Andrew explains how BIA and DMO managers can use a digital engagement scavenger hunt to turn one-off events into year-round visitor experiences. Learn from real-world examples like Riverview and Carleton Place on how to drive foot traffic, support local businesses, and save money on print materials—all while giving visitors a fun, interactive reason to explore your town every single day.

Don't let the January slump quiet your streets. Learn how to design a winter walking tour app experience that locals actually use. By combining "warm-up" points, audio storytelling, and digital rewards, you can transform your downtown into an immersive winter destination that supports local businesses even in the coldest months.

17th Ave BIA & Driftscape Success! The app-powered trick-or-treat trail transformed Halloween on Calgary's 17th Ave, doubling foot traffic (up 100% to 56,000 visitors) and boosting local sales by 50%. The Driftscape platform provided an interactive, map-based tour, guiding visitors to undiscovered businesses. This showcased the power of smart tourism to drive economic growth and enhance visitor engagement. A proven blueprint for DMOs/BIAs.