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The Top 10 European Ski Resorts on Facebook

The Top 10 European Ski Resorts on Facebook

After our looks at the Top Ten Ski Resorts in France, Austria, Italy, Switzerland (and Scotland), we thought it might be interesting to see how they compare across counties: The Top 10 European Ski Resorts on Facebook 1. Megeve, France – 79312 fans 2. Portes du Soleil, France – 53705 3. Grand Valira, Andorra – 49810 4. Saalbach Hinterglemm,...
Twelve UK Ski Companies Already Using Facebook Timeline

Twelve UK Ski Companies Already Using Facebook Timeline

With the Facebook Timeline deadline for brand Pages coming up on 30 March 2012, we’ve taken a look at how twelve of the UK’s leading ski tour operators are using Timeline so far. The companies are not necessarily the twelve largest. Indeed the UK’s largest ski company – Crystal Ski – has still to make the switch to Timeline....
'Premium Offers' opens up Facebook for advertising

‘Premium Offers’ opens up Facebook for advertising

With Facebook’s IPO coming up fast, the company is working hard to add on new revenue streams. Almost unnoticed during last month’s announcement that brand Pages would be converting to Timeline was Facebook’s new ‘Premium Offers’ for brands. Mike Hoefflinger, Director of Global Business Marketing of Facebook described Premium Offers as ‘the best way to get...
Old Spice and Dollar Shave Club up the ante for viral video

Old Spice and Dollar Shave Club up the ante for viral video

It all started with Old Spice.  They saw their sales double thanks to their infamous and innovative YouTube campaign in 2010. Surely you must have seen it?  Still, it’s always worth watching again… This campaign included creating individually tailored video answers to comments made online… Despite its incredible success, Old Spice raised the bar again...
Is It Time To Start Stalking Your Competitors?

Is It Time To Start Stalking Your Competitors?

The launch of Facebook’s new Timeline for Pages has thrown up some interesting challenge for brands already. However, one change that was announced last week seems to have slipped under the radar – with Timeline it will be possible to look at any brand Page and review the success of their recent activity. Review your...
Five Things You Need To Know About Timeline For Facebook Pages

Five Things You Need To Know About Timeline For Facebook Pages

Okay, by now you know that yesterday Timeline for Facebook Pages went live.  Currently it’s optional to ‘upgrade’, but all Pages will automatically be converted on 30 March 2012.  So what do you need to know? Summary for the time-poor, cash-rich The Cover Image arrives Landing Pages are gone There are lots of customisable features...