Tourism marketing is often used synonymously with promotional activities. However, the term encompasses much more, in that it denotes the combination of product, price, distribution and communication policies (marketing mix). Marketing is a strategic activity that requires the integration of all of the four elements of the marketing mix, in order to successfully place and sell tourism products on the market.
mas|contour provides consulting services and support to tourism businesses and destinations in the development of marketable products. We conduct case analyses to determine whether destinations should consider theme or target group marketing strategies, with our intention being to place new themes and target groups. Our primary focus is on the areas of product and communication policy.
Our PORTFOLIO includes:
SWOT analyses, life cycle and portfolio analyses
Strategic marketing concepts
Development of modular products and package tours
Establishment of direct and indirect distribution channels
Corporate identity, brand building and positioning
Public relations
PROJECT EXAMPLES
Development of sustainable canoe nature experience products for children and youth in need of educational support
Country:
Germany
Client:
Federal Association for Canoe Tourism
Year:
2008-2010
Tasks:
Analysis of existing products, participatory product development in three model regions, testing phase, creation of a manual
EU Project “Marketing concept for the museums and exhibition institutions of Ludwigslust”
Country:
Germany
Client:
Council of Ludwigslust (freelance assignments with “BTE Tourismusmanagment und Regionalentwicklung”)
Year:
2003
Tasks:
Strategic marketing concept for 18 museums and exhibition institutions, concept development for cultural package tours, development of a promotional folder