Destination Brands & Positioning

Where Time Does Wonders: A Strategic Approach to Destination Branding

Destination Brands & Positioning, Destination Marketing

Port Macquarie-Hasting Council in collaboration with DMS, Fred&Co and Leonards Advertising recently launched the winter brand campaign Where Time Does Wonders. Unlike a short-term, last-minute booking push, this campaign represents a well-planned, long-term vision. Let’s rewind. https://youtu.be/b27Bq4Um1i8?si=oxd9c6Ire_n8CPMD The Brand – A Gift of Time Where did it all start? In 2021, DMS partnered with creative …

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Rediscovering Balance: Ōtautahi Christchurch’s New Brand

Destination Brands & Positioning, Destination Marketing

Success isn’t just measured in economic terms – it’s measured in the quality of life, the preservation of natural beauty, and the strength of community bonds. In a world where hustle and bustle often reign supreme, finding balance can feel like an elusive dream. But in the heart of Ōtautahi Christchurch, New Zealand, balance isn’t …

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Keeping our travel dreams alive – are experience brands the answer?

Destination Brands & Positioning, Research

Knowing the latest research and insights on consumer travel trends is a priority for us at DMS to ensure we can continue to deliver destination success for our clients. When we saw the release of the Consumer Travel Trend forecast by NewsCorp Australia, we weren’t surprised to see some familiar themes highlighted. We thought it …

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Turning heads by turning destination marketing on its head

Destination Brands & Positioning, Destination Marketing, Uncategorized

By DMS The power of destinations to be noticed in a sea of sameness comes from a simple truth: people want you to relate to them, not just talk about you. In an attention-challenged world we need to create an emotional connection. It means speaking to our audience in a way that resonates with them. …

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Strategy and long-term relationships the real winners at the NSW Tourism Awards

Destination Brands & Positioning, Destination Marketing, Destination Solutions

By DMS Since 2015, DMS has been working with Destination Barrington Coast (Mid-Coast Council) and Mudgee Region Tourism, putting in place and building on the foundations for success. This year’s NSW Tourism Awards recognised the value of great strategy and adopting a sustainable approach to elevate the awareness and appeal of previously little-known destinations. It …

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Go on, we dare you – Avoiding the sea of sameness

Destination Brands & Positioning, Destination Marketing, Destination Solutions

By DMS Today’s tourism world is highly competitive and cluttered with so many destinations all shouting about their attributes. The bigger the budget, the louder they shout. Sadly, it’s creating a sea of sameness. And COVID-19 has done little to calm the competition. Given all this, how do destinations stand out from the noisy crowd? …

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