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SIGN UP NOW: 2021 Co-Ops
There’s never been a better time to leverage the benefits of our co-op program. Businesses who participated in 2020 saw excellent returns including more visits to their website and business as well as increased visibility on our website. To become a Featured Partner or to participate in our monthly email co-op, please fill out the forms below and send them via email to Jack Gravolet. For all other co-op questions, contact Crystal Hinds.

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Connect with Us on Facebook
Stay informed on all things happening in and around the destination via our Industry Partner Facebook group. Here you’ll find coronavirus and other crisis information, GSOBT events and more. Join Now 
How Busy Will You Be?
Our projected occupancy reports can help you anticipate staffing needs. For this edition of Partner Post, the report includes information about 2020/2021 snowbird occupancy. If you would like to receive the report biweekly via email please contact Michelle Miller.
How Expedia and TripAdvisor Can Help Your Business
For the first time ever, Expedia partners can access more than 75 million traveler ratings and 58 million textual reviews and share them with travelers. With access to transparent health and safety content, you are more likely to receive more bookings and increased visits to your business. TripAdvisor is allowing partners to include their COVID-19 protocols on a separate section within their listing. This has helped many businesses garner more bookings as we head into the winter and spring seasons. For more information contact your Expedia or TripAdvisor rep.
Pledge to Keep Alabama Safe
Let’s work together to keep our locals and visitors safe. The Alabama Tourism Department launched their Take It All In Responsibly Pledge asking Alabama businesses to promise and empower everyone in our state to stay safe and healthy. If your business joins this initiative, you will receive a badge to display at your establishment and will be listed on the state’s campaign page and interactive map. Take the pledge, today.
Community News
LISC Offers Small Business Grants
LISC is inviting small business owners in rural locations to apply for the LISC-Lowe’s Rural Relief Small Business Grant program. Currently, these grants are only available to businesses located within communities that have a population of 50,000 or less. Visit their website for more information.
Holiday Hours for Local Restaurants
The holiday season is just around the corner. If you are a restaurant owner, please be sure to log in to MyGSOBT to inform us of your holiday hours. This information will be shared to our Holiday Dining page for visitors and other local businesses to use throughout the season. 
What We're Reading
Beat the Pandemic: Vacation Rentals Are Climbing to the Top
COVID-19 Safe Operating Guidance: A Guide for the Restaurant Industry
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