1. Publish quality content that appeals to your target market, and do it regularly
Quality content is the number one driver of your search engine ranking, and there is no substitute for it. By quality content we mean information that holds value to your ideal guest. Think about the questions or phrases your guests might type into a search engine when looking for your destination, or your product, and build pages or blog articles around that.
Regularly updated content is viewed as one of the best indicators of a site’s relevancy, so be sure to include it in your marketing calendar.
How to do it:
Write down a list of questions that you often get from your guests (this could be about your business and service, your town, the surrounding area, attractions, or even the food at your restaurant). Formulate these into topics, and write a blog article about each topic, at least once a month.
Learn how to write descriptive titles for your blog articles, this will help drive traffic from search engines, and social media.
Publishing special offers and promotions on your website, and using social media platforms to market them, boost booking, guest loyalty, and return visits.
A mistake many business' make, is to solely rely on their organic search engine ranking to attract visitors and bookers. SEO can take time to yield results, so make the most of your other marketing channels to drive traffic to your site.
How to do it:
Share your Blog Articles and Special Offers on your business' Facebook page, more than once. If an article is related to your destination, mention your local tourism board or association in your Facebook post.
Send monthly or quarterly email campaigns to existing clients, with links to your latest Offers and News on your site.
Ensure that your website address is clearly visible on all your other digital and printed marketing material.
4. Build links from relevant and reliable affiliate or partner websites
Having other websites link to yours, has a significant impact on the potential of your website to rank well in search engines. It is important, however, to approach this in a sensible and strategic way. The more reliable, and relevant the website linking to you, the better.
How to do it:
Sign up for a website listing with your local or region tourism board, and ensure that your profile and link to your website is up to date and correct. The same can be done with other relevant industry associations.
Compile a blog post or social media exchange with local partners. If you have a relationship with local attractions, restaurants, or activity providers, offer them an article on your website, or a mention on one of your social media channels, in exchange for the same.
5. Invest in strategic content or paid advertising
Springnest makes it easy to take control of your website's content, and even your SEO. However, depending on your marketing strategy, it's often worthwhile to seek the help of a content professional, or an online advertising consultant to assist with Google or Social Media Advertising.
How to do it:
Visit our Content Guru Directory to find Springnest-approved SEO consultants, writers, social media marketers and more.
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Springnest’s platform is praised for its ease of use, even for those with limited technical skills.
Customers report significant increases in direct bookings after using Springnest for their websites.
The support team is highly responsive and always ready to assist with any inquiries or changes.
Aneen Saayman
6 months ago
Unbelievable product, super professional and efficient TEAM !
SpringnestOwner reply6 months ago
Thank you, Aneen! It’s been great to see what you’ve been building and creating in Paarl, thank you for choosing us to power your websites 🎉
joerg bruuns
a year ago
The whole Springnest team has been great to work with. They have been friendly, professional and responsive throughout. We are very happy with our tapologoriverlodge website. We look forward to continue to working with the team who are always looking to improve their service.
SpringnestOwner reply6 months ago
It’s been rewarding to be part of the business you’re building in Botswana, Joerg! Thank you for choosing Springnest to power your website 🐘☀️
Linda Williamson
a year ago
Very Happy with the service from Springnest, their platform is so easy to use even with limited IT and Web development knowledge, our new Website has seen a large increase in Direct Bookings.
SpringnestOwner reply6 months ago
Thank you for your feedback, Linda! Made our day. We love being part of what you’ve built in Tonteldoos 😎
Carmichael House Boutique Hotel
2 years ago
Having a business is somewhat of a challenge, but using the right vectors to optimise one's exposure on the web is "next level"! Together with my wife, we've made two crucial decisions that had and continue to have a predominant impact on our success story. The first one was signing up with NightsBridge, our CMS & PMS. They've proven to be offering excellent service and advice, one of them was recommending SpringNest for our website. As much as almost everyone has a website, most are falling back before long for one simple reason and that is there's no one in the background ensuring that it's always in line with the latest algorithms enforced by large search engines. SpringNest does! Besides, SpringNest offers such a user-friendly system that anyone can add-on, amend, change anything and everything to their liking. You're lost or need guidance? Don't worry, SpringNest dream team is one chat away, always ready to help and advise you. I've been with SpringNest for over a decade now and never looked back. I regularly recommend them to both newcomers and experienced business owners and will continue to do so. In an industry filled with Mickey Mousses, and other clowns, dealing with real professionals is a blessing. Thank you Peter & Niel and to the entire team for the wonderful service. Keep it up! ;-)
Madelyn Köhler
3 years ago
Looking forward to start my next website with Springnest for a new Holiday Apartment
SpringnestOwner reply3 years ago
Thank you for the feedback Madelyn! Happy to have you here 😀
Christa Joubert
3 years ago
We have been working with Springnest since they first started. What a pleasure it has been. They are knowledgeable, professional, creative, understands our brand and are always available to assist.
SpringnestOwner reply3 years ago
It has been such a pleasure to see your business evolve over the past couple of years Christa! Thank you for the kind review 😀 We love having you onboard.
Wamakersvlei Beach Farm
3 years ago
I love the staff and support at Springnest, I never feel "stupid" asking any questions or suggestions. They make me feel at ease, always helpful. Easy integration with Nightsbridge.
SpringnestOwner reply3 years ago
Thank you for sharing this feedback Marlene! 🤗
Villa Castellos
3 years ago
The Springnest team was very helpful and responded well to all of our requests for the design and layout of our new website. The user interface for editing your website is also very user friendly. We are extremely happy with our new website and the service offered by Springnest.
SpringnestOwner reply3 years ago
We loved reading this! Thank you for sharing your experience, it’s been such a pleasure learning more about your beautiful property in Moz.
wolfgang Denis Valerian
3 years ago
I had a wonderful experience from the first day I contacted Springnest. From that time everything went smoothly. The customer service team was superb, the design team, quality assurance, and everyone at Springnest who made sure the Kijani Tours website is done I highly appreciate your effort, your job Is world-class. Asante sana/Thank you so much."
SpringnestOwner reply3 years ago
Thank you Wolfgang for taking the time to write this review! We’re glad you’ve been enjoying your Springnest experience, it’s pleasure having you onboard 🇹🇿😊
Gerhard Scheepers
3 years ago
The best ever website developer you can get. Professional and a huge benefit and marketing tool for any business. In today's tough times an absolute must for any business. I will never join any other web developer.
SpringnestOwner reply3 years ago
Gerhard, this made our day. Thank you choosing Springnest!
Suzanne Stofberg
4 years ago
We have had the best experience with Springnest! Lilian is the best in what she does and are always helpful, anytime of the day. We are a big company and really appreciate all the assistance with our social media. Highly recommend everyone to join Springnest if you want the best website.
SpringnestOwner reply3 years ago
Thank you Suzanne! ☺️ It’s been a pleasure having Dwarsberg as a Springnest customer over the years, we look forward to bringing you more innovation and friendly service in the future! Thank you for choosing us.
Neel van heerden
4 years ago
Been with Springnest now for 5 years. Amazing service & value for money.
Susannah Catlin
4 years ago
Springnest simplifies the process of keeping my own website up to date and whenever I need extra help to add or improve a feature, the support team is ready and available in a timely fashion.
SpringnestOwner reply4 years ago
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback Susannah, much appreciated! ☺️
Austin Smith
4 years ago
Best Sofware company that you can count on! Fast support, and I always feel included. This is the company to choose if you are looking for a website developer in Accommodation.
SpringnestOwner reply4 years ago
Thank you for choosing us, Austin! It’s so great to read the part about feeling included 😊
Sarah Shonfeld
4 years ago
The Parkwood Boutique Hotel has benefitted enormously since our switch over to Springnest. Our direct website sales have increased significantly, and we are only sorry we did not join them long ago! The site back-office is incredibly intuitive and easy to navigate. Any questions are answered very swiftly and with genuine care.
SpringnestOwner reply4 years ago
Wow Sarah, thank you for sharing this. We’re happy that you’ve seen results so quickly, it’s a pleasure having you as a Springnest customer! We look forward to bringing you more features and support in the future 👌
Andre
4 years ago
Springnest have built and hosted several websites on our behalf. Their service is always fast and the staff friendly and helpful. We can highly recommend them if you are an accommodation provider. Andre SomerZicht Guest House
SpringnestOwner reply4 years ago
Andre, thanks for taking the time your share your experience! It's been a pleasure working with you, thank you choosing us. Here if you need us 👍
Rose
4 years ago
We are very pleased with the website designed and created by Springnest. We have had a lot more activity in the form of enquiries since the launch of the website. The Dashboard is very user friendly and we are able to do updates on the website without calling or sending emails for assistance. Wish we had done this a long time ago.
SpringnestOwner reply4 years ago
We appreciate your feedback, Rose, thanks for sharing! It's been a pleasure working with you, and we hope you enjoy the features and updates we release in the future 😉
Christopher Harvie
4 years ago
High quality service and user-friendly systems, even for the less technically savvy! Highly recommended. Our website has been a great success and has been hugely beneficial to the business.
SpringnestOwner reply4 years ago
Thank you for taking the time to share this, Chris! We appreciate the feedback, it's been fantastic seeing you use Springnest to market your property and tell your stories.