Destinations

The Rise of Location Data in Travel

Destinations

The Rise of Location Data in Travel

March 2014
21 min read
Jeremy Kressmann

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Skift Take

Location data represents an entirely new layer of digital information that travel marketers can utilize to understand potential customers and engage travelers with compelling stories about destinations. The opportunity to use location data is particularly compelling for tourism organizations, which have traditionally served as an intermediary between travelers and local businesses.

Report Overview

Location data is the engine that powers many of the digital recommendations travelers use to plan their trips, choose accommodations and select local businesses. Are destination marketers and tourism boards doing enough to take advantage?