Hello there! I'm here to help you get the most out of Tourism Accelerator, and today we're going to chat about keeping your articles fresh and up-to-date. Think of your articles as your friendly voice online, sharing all the wonderful things your tourism business offers. Just like your favourite local café updates its menu, it's super important to keep your online content accurate and inviting!
Don't worry, editing your articles is a straightforward process, and I'll walk you through each step. Let's make sure your customers always have the latest and greatest information right at their fingertips!
What This Does
This feature is all about making sure the information you share with your customers through your articles is always current, correct, and compelling. Whether it's a blog post about a local event, details about a new tour package, or updated opening hours for your attraction, being able to quickly and easily edit your existing articles means your online presence truly reflects your business today.
Why is this so important for your tourism business?
Stay Accurate: Prices change, schedules shift, and new experiences pop up! Editing ensures your customers always see the correct details, preventing confusion or disappointment.
Keep Things Fresh: Regularly updating your articles shows your audience that you're active and engaged. It can also help new visitors discover you online.
Boost Your Story: You can refine your descriptions, add new photos, or tweak your message to better connect with your audience and tell your unique story.
Maintain Professionalism: Up-to-date content makes your business look professional and reliable, building trust with potential visitors.
In short, this tool helps you maintain a vibrant, accurate, and engaging online voice, which is fantastic for attracting and serving your customers!
How to Get There
Getting to your articles to make those important updates is super simple. Let me show you the way:
You can head directly to your articles section by visiting:
https://launchpad.tourismaccelerator.com.au/articles
Alternatively, you can navigate there from your Tourism Accelerator dashboard:
Log in to your Tourism Accelerator Launchpad.
On the left-hand side menu, look for "Content".
Click on "Content" to expand the options.
Then, click on "Articles".
Easy as that! Once you're there, you'll see a list of all the articles you've created.
Step-by-Step Guide
Now that you've found your way to the Articles section, let's dive into editing an article. Don't worry, it's simple!
Find the Article You Want to Edit:
On the Articles page, you'll see a list of all your published and draft articles.
You can scroll through the list, or if you have many articles, you might find a search bar or filter options to help you quickly locate the one you need.
Once you've found your article, look to the right-hand side of its row. You'll typically see an "Edit" button or a small pencil icon. Click on it!
Enter the Article Editor:
Clicking "Edit" will take you into the article editor. Here's what you'll see:
Title: The main heading of your article.
Content Area: This is where the magic happens! You'll see your text, images, and any other media you've added.
Images/Media: Sections to manage the photos, videos, or other visual elements in your article.
Categories/Tags: Where you can assign your article to relevant topics, making it easier for visitors to find.
Publishing Status: Options like "Draft" (not visible to public), "Published" (live on your site), or "Unpublished."
SEO (Search Engine Optimisation) Fields: These fields help search engines like Google understand what your article is about so more people can find it. Don't worry, we'll explain these in another guide if you're curious!
Make Your Changes:
To edit text: Simply click into the text area and type, delete, or rephrase just like you would in any document editor. You'll have options to format your text (bold, italics, headings) to make it easy to read.
To update images or media: Look for buttons like "Add Image" or "Manage Media." You can usually upload new photos, swap out old ones, or adjust their placement.
To change categories or tags: Select or deselect the relevant options.
To adjust publishing status: Use the dropdown menu or radio buttons to choose if your article should be live, a draft, or taken offline.
Review Your Work:
Before saving, take a moment to read through your changes. Does it flow well? Is all the information correct? Are there any typos? A fresh pair of eyes (even your own!) can catch little things.
Many editors also offer a "Preview" button. This is fantastic as it shows you exactly how your article will look to your visitors before you make it live. We highly recommend using this!
Save Your Changes:
Once you're happy with all your updates, look for the "Save" or "Update Article" button. This is usually located at the top or bottom of the editor screen.
Click "Save", and you're done! Your article will now reflect all your wonderful changes. If it was already published, the updates will be live almost instantly.
See? I told you it was simple!
What You Can Do
With the ability to edit your articles, you've got a lot of power at your fingertips to keep your online presence sparkling! Here’s a quick list of what you can easily do:
Update Text Content: Change descriptions of your tours, adjust pricing information, correct opening hours, or refresh any written details about your offerings.
Refresh Images and Videos: Swap out old photos for stunning new ones, add a compelling video showcasing an experience, or simply update a featured image to catch the eye.
Adjust Categories and Tags: Reorganise your articles into different categories or add new tags to improve how easily customers can find related content.
Change Publishing Status: Take an article offline if it's seasonal or no longer relevant (by setting it to "Unpublished" or "Draft"), or bring a draft article to life by publishing it.
Improve Readability: Break up long paragraphs, add headings, use bullet points, and generally make your article easier and more enjoyable for visitors to read.
Correct Typos and Grammatical Errors: Give your articles a professional polish by fixing any small mistakes that might have slipped through.
Tips to Get the Most Out of This
To really make your articles shine and work hard for your tourism business, here are a few friendly tips:
Schedule Regular Reviews: Set a reminder in your calendar (perhaps quarterly or semi-annually) to review your key articles. This helps ensure nothing becomes outdated.
Keep Information Accurate: This is probably the most important tip! Always double-check facts, figures, and dates before saving your changes. Inaccurate information can lead to customer frustration.
Write for Your Audience: Use clear, engaging language. Break up large blocks of text with headings, bullet points, and images. Make it easy for your visitors to find the information they need quickly.
Use High-Quality Images: A picture tells a thousand words, especially in tourism! Ensure your photos are high-resolution, inviting, and truly reflect the amazing experiences you offer.
Consider Seasonal Updates: Do you have special offers for winter or events unique to summer? Create or update articles to reflect these seasonal changes to capture timely interest.
Proofread, Proofread, Proofread! Before you hit that "Save" button, give your article one last read-through. A fresh set of eyes (even your own after a short break!) can often catch little errors.
Check Links: If your article links to other pages or external websites, periodically check that those links are still working correctly. Broken links can be frustrating for users.
By following these tips, your articles will always be a fantastic resource for your customers!
Need More Help?
That's perfectly okay! We all need a little extra guidance sometimes. If you're feeling stuck, have a