The CruiseOne travel agency in Bella Vista has added a video library of travel vlogs -- blogs that are primarily video content -- on its website to assist consumers in their vacation decision-making process.
With 26 travel videos already created and 35 expected to be completed by year-end, these vlogs provide consumers a first-person look at what it's like to stay at a resort or travel on a cruise by showcasing unique destinations, various cruise ships and different experiences available on land and at sea, as well as additional background information and insider tips.
"Providing vlogs to the travel-minded consumer offers the benefit of viewing destinations around the world from the comfort of one's recliner using a smartphone, tablet or laptop," said Peggy Rosenthal, CruiseOne franchise owner and vacation specialist. "These videos are the perfect way to start planning for your next getaway and getting in the vacation state of mind."
Google studies show that online travel video usage is increasing approximately 55 percent and that these videos are influential in the early stages of the travel-planning process, including when consumers are thinking about taking a trip and when choosing a destination.
According to the same study, 90 percent of travelers take action after viewing an online travel video. The CruiseOne videos drive emotion and create a connection with the viewer by being fun and engaging.
As part of World Travel Holdings, one of the nation's top travel retail networks, CruiseOne offers consumers the lowest possible pricing on cruise and land vacations through its relationships with every major cruise line and many tour operators, according to a news release.
The vlogs can be found on Rosenthal's CruiseOne website -- www.cruiseone.com/prosenthal -- under the dropdown menus for Cruise Lines, Explore More, Cruise Destinations, The Experience and Resorts & Tours.
Rosenthal can be reached at 479-855-1250.
Business on 12/17/2014