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Area Management

Area management allows you to categorise the locations where your tourism business operates or where experiences take place. This helps customers easily find what they're looking for and improves marketing efforts by targeting specific regions.

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Written by Hayden Zammit Meaney
Updated over 2 months ago

allows you to categorise the locations where your tourism business operates or where experiences take place. This helps customers easily find what they're looking for and improves marketing efforts by targeting specific regions. For example, you can set up areas for the Blue Mountains or the Great Ocean Road.

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How to use it

Think of 'Areas' as your way of categorising the different locations or regions where your tourism business operates or where your experiences take place. Maybe you offer tours in the beautiful Blue Mountains, or perhaps you have accommodation options along the stunning Great Ocean Road. By setting up these 'Areas' in your Tourism Accelerator platform, you're not creating labels; you're building a clear, organised structure for all your products, tours, and experiences. This helps your customers easily find what they're looking for, improves your marketing efforts by allowing you to target specific regions, and keeps everything tidy for you on the backend. It's all about making your incredible offerings as accessible and appealing as possible!

Adding a New Area

This is how you introduce a brand new location or region to your Tourism Accelerator profile.

  1. Click the 'Add New Area' Button: You'll see a friendly button, usually blue and clearly labelled + Add New Area , near the top right of the 'Areas' page. Give that a click!

  2. Fill in the Area Details: A new form will appear. Here's what you'll see and what to enter:

  • Area Name: This is the main title for your area (e.g., "Byron Bay", "Hunter Valley", "Cairns & Great Barrier Reef"). Choose something clear and recognisable for your customers.

  • Description: This is your chance to tell a little story! Write a brief, engaging description of the area. What makes it special? What can visitors expect? (e.g., "Known for its stunning beaches, vibrant arts scene, and incredible surf breaks, Byron Bay is the perfect coastal escape.") Keep it concise but captivating.

  • Associated Image (Optional): If you have a beautiful photo that represents this area, you can upload it here. A picture really helps bring the area to life for your customers!

  • Map Link (Optional): If you have a Google Maps link or similar for the general area, you can enter it here. This can be helpful for customers looking for directions or context.

  1. Click Save: Once you're happy with all the details, click the Save button. Your new area is added to your list!

Editing an Existing Area

Need to update a description or change an area name?

  1. Find Your Area: On the 'Areas' page, scroll through the list until you find the area you'd like to update.

  2. Click the 'Edit' Icon: Next to each area in the list, you'll see a small pencil icon (which usually means 'edit'). Click it for the area you want to change.

  3. Make Your Changes: The same form you used to create the area will appear, pre-filled with the current information. You can now adjust the name, update the description, change the image, or adjust the map link.

  4. Click Save: Once you've made your updates, click the Save button to apply your changes.

Deleting an Area

Sometimes, things change, and you might need to remove an area.

  1. Find Your Area: Just like editing, find the area you wish to remove from your list on the 'Areas' page.

  2. Click the 'Delete' Icon: Next to the 'edit' pencil, you'll see a trash can icon. This is your delete button. Click it carefully.

  3. Confirm Deletion: To make sure you don't accidentally delete something important, a small pop-up window will appear asking you to confirm if you're sure you want to delete the area.

  4. Click Delete: If you're certain, click the Delete button. The area will then be removed from your list.

Tips

To truly shine and make your 'Areas' work hard for you, here are a few friendly tips:

  • Be Descriptive and Evocative: Don't list the name; paint a picture with your description! What's the vibe of the place? What unique experiences can someone have there? Use words that make people want to visit.

  • Consistency is Key: Use consistent naming conventions for your areas. For example, if you use "Gold Coast, QLD" for one, try to stick to a similar format for others rather than just "Gold Coast". This makes it easier for customers to browse.

  • Connect Your Offerings: Once you've set up your areas, remember to link your catalogue of tours, and accommodations to them. This is where the real magic happens – when a customer searches for "Blue Mountains", they'll see all your amazing Blue Mountains experiences!

  • Think Like Your Customer: When you're creating or editing an area, imagine you're a potential customer. What information would be most helpful to you? What would make you excited to explore this region?

  • Review Regularly: Your business and the places you operate in might change. Take a moment to review your areas and ensure all the information is still accurate and up-to-date.

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