#functional websites

[spyglassrealms]

had a fucking hilarious dream that tumblr replaced the "block" function with the far funnier "glock" function, which did the exact same thing except whenever anyone blocked you a random bullet hole, like a png of a bullet hole, would appear on your blog. discourse blogs were unreadable bc you'd go to the page and the sheer amount of bullet hole pngs stacked over the blogs obscured everything. I woke myself up laughing

[productiveandfree]

7 Tips for Creating Enticing Content for Your Vacation Rental Website

Standing out in the digital landscape is more crucial than ever for modern vacation rental businesses. With travelers scouring the internet for their next getaway, the first impression your online presence makes can be the deciding factor between a booking and a missed opportunity. Fortunately, you also have your pick of myriad tools designed precisely to help you create visually appealing and functional websites. A dedicated vacation rental website builder, for instance, is one of the most user-friendly solutions for creating an online space that captures your properties in the best light.

Yet, a stunning website design is only part of the equation. To successfully market your business online, you’ll also need to create engaging content. The vacation rental industry primarily capitalizes on personal experiences and dream vacations, which is why it’s this content that will ultimately transform a casual browser into a committed guest. By filling your website with compelling narratives, breathtaking images, and invaluable insights about the local area, you create a magnetic draw that's hard to resist.

Let’s explore some top tips for enriching your vacation rental website with content that both informs and captivates potential visitors:

#1 Upload High-Quality Photos

A well-taken photograph can capture the golden glow of a sunset as it bathes your rental's balcony, or the inviting warmth of a living room lit by a crackling fireplace. Such images do much more than simply fill up space on your website; they’re an opportunity to tell a compelling story about each of your properties. Good photos will showcase your properties’ best features and give your guests an idea of the memorable experiences they can have should they choose to book with you. If possible, put up high-resolution, professionally taken photographs, as these will create a visual feast that users will find irresistible.

#2 Offer Virtual Tours

Now that the digital age has made it possible to bridge distances instantly through technology, offering virtual tours of your properties is akin to opening your doors to the world. This immersive experience allows potential guests to walk through your property and explore every nook and cranny at their leisure, all from the comfort of their home. It's a powerful tool that showcases your property in comprehensive detail and demonstrates transparency, which can build trust with guests. Video tours send the message that you’re confident in what you offer, and they invite guests to envision their stay with a clarity that static images alone cannot achieve.

#3 Craft Engaging Descriptions

The best property descriptions strike a deft balance between informative detail and captivating storytelling. Don’t stop at just listing amenities; try to weave a narrative that transports readers to a different place. Describe the serene tranquility of your garden, the eclectic charm of the neighborhood, or the exhilarating adventures that await at nearby attractions. Use vivid language to paint a picture that appeals to the senses and makes the reader feel as if they're already there. This narrative approach turns the mundane into the magical and entices potential guests to make your space a part of their journey.

#4 Share Local Insights

Transform your vacation rental into a gateway for exploration and discovery. Offer guests a curated selection of local gems—be it that cozy cafe with the best morning brew or the hidden trail that leads to breathtaking views—to enhance the value of their stay. This insider information positions your rental as the heart of their adventure and fosters a deeper connection with the area. It's an invitation to experience the locale not as a tourist, but with the insight of a seasoned local.

#5 Include Guest Reviews and Testimonials

Sometimes the voices of past guests are just what you need to prop up your crafted descriptions and stunning photographs. Featuring guest reviews and testimonials prominently on your website offers a glimpse into the real experiences and feelings of those who have stayed before. This social proof acts as a powerful endorsement and can go a long way toward building trust and credibility with new guests. It reassures them that your promises of comfort, beauty, and adventure are not just marketing speak, but realities that others can vouch for.

#6 Keep All Information Up to Date

Accurate details form the backbone of trust between you and those who stay at your properties. Ensure that all information on your website, from the availability calendar to pricing details and contact information, is current and accurate. This eliminates confusion and fosters a seamless booking process. In essence, you want to set expectations right and prevent any form of disappointment or frustration that could arise from discrepancies.

#7 Highlight Special Offers and Promotions

Special offers and promotions are appealing for two reasons: they create a sense of urgency and provide a tangible benefit that can tip the scales in favor of booking. Whether it's a discount for early bookings, a special rate for longer stays, or a package deal that includes local attractions, these incentives can both make potential guests feel valued and give them a reason to act quickly. Highlighting these promotions on your website captures attention right off the bat, and it also showcases your commitment to providing exceptional value. In a market where guests have no shortage of choices, such offers can be the deciding factor that draws them to your properties over others.

The content of your vacation rental website welcomes potential visitors to your properties and invites them to imagine a world of new experiences. Remember, an engaging, well-maintained website is more than a booking engine; it's the first chapter in the stories that travelers will tell about their journeys. Crafting content that resonates with visitors not only elevates your listings but also enriches the journey of everyone who comes across them.

Monica Mendoza

She’s a content writer and marketing professional. She spends a lot of time studying how technology continues to transform lifestyles and communities. Outside the office, she keeps herself busy by staying up-to-date with the latest fashion trends and reading about the newest gadgets out on the market.

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[mjulmjul]

picnic date :)

[leavingkamino]

STAR WARS: THE BAD BATCH 2.02 "Ruins of War" & 2.09 "The Crossing" | 3.07 "Extraction"

[koddlet]

Abed Nadir for @plasticdodecagon! 🍉

make a donation towards palestine and get a drawing from me :]

[themachine]

[harrietvane]

So, you can buy one of the books from the 1999 The Mummy at the upcoming March 2024 Propstore auction.

From the listing for Lot #250:

The heavy book is primarily made of resin finished in gold paint to resemble solid gold, and features several intentionally tarnished bronze components. The book's embellished metal spine displays 12 individual strands attached to each internal page. Designed to hold the front cover in place, four metal vulture-like clasps are inserted into the scarab emblems and are adjoined to uniquely designed hinges. Located within the book are 12 resin tablet pages covered in ornate hieroglyph detailing. To open the book, the circular mechanical emblem on the cover must be twisted in an anticlockwise direction, which causes the two clasps on the right side to pop up. To close the book, the two clasps should be pushed down into their corresponding slots and held. The emblem should then be turned clockwise, causing the locks to fix back into place. Intentionally distressed for the production, there are some small chips on the cover. Dimensions: 14.5" x 14.5" x 4.75" (37 cm x 37 cm x 12 cm) Estimate: $50,000 - 100,000

The clasps and lock mechanism are fully functional. BYO key, though.

[bixels]

Jesus christ, there we go.

CW: artistic nudity.

Figure drawing with Azul.

[fearidescent]

You'd think the point of the hip hop tag would be to showcase music, not as many boobs as can fit in the recommended posts as possible.

[swordoftheberserkgutsrage]

i really like that ublock has this function

[theriverbeyond]

discussion with @diosapate on mercymorn explosion logistics led to me spending 30 minutes making a diagram of how it happened

[midnightzweige]

You’re laughing. They turned Vax into an orb and you’re laughing

[mjulmjul]

[kwillow]

Old Wounds

So excited to finally post this comic collab between @chocodile and I! She did the initial thumbnails and colors and provided the evil wizard rabbit, and I did the script, sketch and lines and provided the pathetic prettyboy unicorn.

Old Wounds is a look into the alliance between Duke Hyden and Lord de Luxe, an alliance that winds up being a mere ploy for Hyden’s experimentation with unicorn blood and leaves Ambroys feeling rather drained (and often unconscious on Hyden’s floor). It takes place towards the end of their “friendship”, after there’s some serious bad blood between the two - bad blood that sustains a centuries-long grudge.

(Well - I say “bad blood,” but Hyden seems to think the blood is juuuust fine.)

[eliseliedl]

Velvet Velour

[alexseanchai]

Tumblr, if OP has blocked me, (1) I should not be seeing the post in the first place, (1.5) failing that I should not be seeing the reblog button, or at least I should be seeing the reblog button grayed out like I can't use it, and

(2) I certainly should be able to block OP back from the post I can't reblog, without needing to either visit their blog (which I can't do because I'm blocked) or switch devices (in order to copy-paste their handle into the blocked Tumblrs list that I can only access from the desktop site)