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		<title>Maps – a key in helping guests find your Web site</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 08 Mar 2010 12:31:20 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Todd Lucier</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Looking for a great way to drive traffic to your tourism business?
The latest monthly report on travel from Hitwise gives a clear reminder of the importance in providing accurate map listings and &#8220;driving directions&#8221; for tourism folk.
4 of Top 11 Most Visited Travel related Web sites are Maps

The important take away: Be sure your listing [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p></p><p>Looking for a great way to drive traffic to your tourism business?</p>
<p>The latest monthly report on travel from Hitwise gives a clear reminder of the importance in providing accurate map listings and &#8220;driving directions&#8221; for tourism folk.</p>
<h3>4 of Top 11 Most Visited Travel related Web sites are Maps</h3>
<p><img class="alignnone" title="Maps are a vital source of traveler information" src="http://img.skitch.com/20100308-r23cpckhaynakm591t92y9a4y3.jpg" alt="" width="558" height="399" /></p>
<p>The important take away: Be sure your listing on these sites is correct!</p>
<p>Another important finding of the Hitwise report is the listing of most popular keywords used in travel.   The keyword phrase &#8220;<strong>Driving Directions</strong>&#8221; is a top search.</p>
<p>Take advantage of this keyword phrase by ensuring you have a Search Engine Optimized page designed for <strong>Travel Directions</strong> to the iconic place names associated with your business (ie:  cities, parks, attractions).</p>
<p><strong>Links:</strong></p>
<li><a href="http://www.hotelmarketing.com/downloads/hitwise_1002.pdf">Download the full Hitwise report.</a></li>
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