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5. Strategic Focus & KPIs: Brand Awareness Relationships Sales Build relevant web presence Develop engaging content Increase touch-points online Drive traffic of interested individuals Focus on capturing relevant Consumer data Online (and Offline) Leverage data to qualify via targeted offers Refer potential guests to tour operators and travel agents Test direct sales online
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