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Customer service for hotels via social media

Although traditional customer service is thought of as phone calls or in-person interactions between sales associates, customer care agents and customers, social media is the next step towards having positive interactions with a brand online.

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Social media keys to the adventure market

Adventure travel is undeniably one of the most popular trends all over the world and growing by leaps and bounds. Social media and PR are a vital way to highlight your propertyÕs involvement to reap more reservations from this category. Although studies indicate that adventure enthusiasts read online magazines like National Geographic Traveler and Outside Magazine, they also follow their extremely popular Instagram and Pinterest feeds. Therefore, your destination should aim to gain coverage in these kinds of mainstream media outlets as part of a comprehensive PR program.

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Hotels missing out on fast-casual dining trend

Hotels throughout the USÑproperties large and small, boutique and brandedÑare catering to travelersÕ appetites for “local experiences” with food-and-beverage venues that celebrate local ingredients in unique ways. But little attention is paid to the growing popularity of fast-casual dining, the hybrid concept that blends fast-food or quick-service restaurants with casual dining.

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How to respond to social media backlash

No matter how amazing your hotel may be, it will not be immune to receiving backlash online at some point. Here are some steps to follow when you receive a negative comment on social media.

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