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Promote your business

Boost visibility through engaging content, social media and marketing partnerships.

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Delivering a strong mix of marketing across different channels will help you develop an engaged audience who are more likely to visit and recommend you.

From improving search engine optimisation and user experience to identifying new marketing opportunities, our range of articles will help you make the most of all the marketing channels available to your business.

Developing your own channels takes time and effort, but you’ll soon see the benefits of promoting your business.

Ways to promote your business

Manage your website

Find out what makes a good accessible website including key pages and booking systems, and how you can develop and improve this digital channel.

Article
7 minute read

Improve your website user experience

Find out how creating a good user experience (UX) can positively impact your business and get tips on improving your website's UX and accessibility.

Article
5 minute read

Search engine optimisation guide

Find out what search engine optimisation is and how to improve it on your tourism or event website.

Article
6 minute read

Manage your social media accounts

Find out how to use social media to share information about your business and inspire people to come and visit you.

Article
7 minute read

Creating good content

Find information and advice on creating and sharing good content across all of your digital channels.

Article
7 minute read

Photography tips

Create high quality images to impress customers and showcase the unique selling points of your business.

How-to
6 minute read

Marketing opportunities

Promote your business across new marketing channels to reach new audiences and grow your sales.

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How to create business listings

Listing your business on tourism marketing websites gives you exposure to a global audience actively seeking Scottish travel experiences. 

There are many platforms which you can feature your business for free and further amplify your online presence including VisitScotland.com, Google and Tripadvisor. 

  • How to create business listings

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Find information on what influencers are, how to work with them, and the benefits influencer marketing can bring to your business.
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VisitScotland's marketing calendar

Discover how you can align with our marketing activity throughout the year to get the greatest reach.
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Find out the benefits of paid marketing and how you can get started
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