Speaking with management and staff of other businesses Identifying the key products, services and selling points Stocking brochures Understanding operational aspects of the business costs, opening times, discounts, – promotions, booking and reservation requirements. Local tourism businesses In many locations are a range of suitable tourism businesses that you can develop partnerships with. As mentioned, in section 1.6 a wide range of businesses have been identified. As a starting point you may want to build suitable partnerships with: Tourist Information Centre this is vital as they are equipped with a detailed – understanding of all possible offerings in the community Eateries restaurants, cafes and bars – Retail outlets shops selling a wide range of local produce – Local arts and crafts Tourist attractions Tourist events. 1.9 Introduction
Speaking with management and staff of other businesses Identifying the key products, services and selling points Stocking brochures Understanding operational aspects of the business – costs, opening times, discounts, promotions, booking and reservation requirements. Local tourism businesses In many locations are a range of suitable tourism businesses that you can develop partnerships with. As mentioned, in section 1.6 a wide range of businesses have been identified. As a starting point you may want to build suitable partnerships with: Tourist Information Centre – this is vital as they are equipped with a detailed understanding of all possible offerings in the community Eateries – restaurants, cafes and bars Retail outlets – shops selling a wide range of local produce Local arts and crafts Tourist attractions Tourist events. 1.9 Introduction
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