midasman09

Howdy....I discovered a (excuse my shouting) STUPENDOUSly EASY WAY TO MAKE $750/MO (and more) FROM ANY MOTEL!....you choose!
(You want $7.500 a Month? Just apply the folowwing to 10 local Motels!)

Ok....check out some of my previous posts....you will see that I am a DOER!...and not a BS'er.

I get an idea and....I put together a Mock-Up and GO OUT AND SELL IT!

Thankfully...over the years.....most of my ideas have worked.

However....my latest discovery....just BLEW MY MIND!....and is probably one of the Best...if not THE Best I've ever come up with.....and I'd like to share it with some of you folks interested in "Mobile" Marketing (Setting up Mobile Websites for businesses)

OK....here's the scene; TOURISTS check into local Motels every day;
1) They are "Hungry" (most do NOT bring Food with them)
2) They have MONEY to spend on Food
3) They have a Smart Phone that can Scan QR Codes

So....what NICHE Market of businesses do YOU think....would be interested in a Program that will cause those;
....Hungry Tourists checking into local motels...with MONEy and Mobile Phones.....?

OK...I'll tell ya; LOCAL RESTAURANTS NEAR THOSE MOTELS!

So....due to my experience with motels over the years....I know that each ONE....has a "Preferred List of Restaurants" Restaurants they KNOW will give their Guests a "Good Meal" at a "Good Price" in a "Clean Environment!"

So....here's what I proposed to a local Motel owner (80rms): I would set up a "Mobile Guest Directory" for THEIR motel....where I'd have 5 or 6 restaurants THEY LIKE.....2 or 3 Gift Shops....maybe a Realtor.

However....if the motel only gives me FIVE Restaurants they "recommend", I can start with those.

So....here's what I do; Create a "Mobile Directory" (using Quentin's Script and Program)....for THAT Motel....ONLY!

So....using SUB-DOmains....(http:motel1.mobidirectory.com)....I create a "Mobile Directory" with businesses the Motel recommends....PLUS a few more. (Where To Eat....Where To Shop...etc)

However.....in the beginning....just make a Directory with the 5 or 6 restaurants the Motel recommends.

Now....I place a Sign at the front desk (with a QR Code that Guests can scan in....to have the "Directory" come up on the Cell)

So....when I have this Directory set up with the QR Code at the front desk, I then go see the restaurants the Motel recommends. I tell the owners of these Restaurants that....the Motel ALREADY recommends your restaurant....HOWEVER....I have a way for your restaurant to receive FIVE to TEN TIMES the Traffic from the motel.

I then show the "Sign" that will be at the front desk (with the QR Code that Guests can scan in to see the restaurant's "Mobile Site" (including a "Tap To Call" button and a MAP)

Now....I tell these 5 or 6 restaurant owners that they can stay with getting referred by this motel....OR....they can join my Mobile program where they could get 5 to 10 times the business.....for $150/mo.

So....I know most of you folks reading this...do not have a Clue as to what I'm talking about here. However....the few that do....can take the above info and...run with it!....as I intend to do. Setting up a Mobile Site Directory for EACH Motel I choose to work with...who has a List of their Favorite Restaurants.

So....I'm looking at making a "Mobile Directory" for each Motel.....which will give me their "List" of recommended eating places.....where I will go visit these Recommended Eating Places....telling each one that "The Motel Suggested that I contact YOU first....to be IN this program! Here's what it is and how you can participate to FILL Your Seats!"

Thus...what began for me, was a "Mobile Site Directory" for a Town....has turned into a "Mobile Site Directory" for A....Motel. And....if any restaurant (or other biz) would like to be in the "Directory" for any additional Motel/s.....they can be included...for extra bux.

So....again...for you folks who have an inkling as to what I'm talking about, HAVE FUN and FORGE AHEAD with a "Gold Mine Idea"!

Don Alm...sharing his "Inside" discoveries

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Hi Don,

I love the idea. However, most motels/hotels I've stayed at usually recommend big company restaurants like Outback Steakhouse, TGI Fridays, etc.

Can local managers of these types of restaurants make "advertising" decisions?

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cottonking2000

I live in Vegas. QR codes are becoming popular but most people forget search is driven by GPS or site location zip. A QR code is fine but alot of hotels are getting away from that and into the facebook hard where they can capture a customer. QR codes are hard to capture HOWEVER, a QR code of contest or coupon might do a better job. But you look so silly scanning. Now for instance....remember this..... Same thing.....it was hot for awhile

Who actually thought magazine readers would scan barcodes on advertising pages using a barcode reader attached to their PCs? Radio Shack even tried to give the CueCat away in a desperate attempt to get people to use them. It’s no wonder the CueCat earned the dubious distinction of being one of PC Magazine’s worst tech products of all time.

midasman09

Can local managers of these types of restaurants make "advertising" decisions?

Some can. Those who must get permission from "Corporate", I pass on, however.....since "my" "mobile sites" are 1-pagers (logo - 1 Paragraph Article - Tap to Call & Map at bottom) each "site" takes just a few minutes and if the motel insists on using "Corporate" restaurants....I'll put in 2 at no charge.

If motel gets "too demanding" I will pass and go to another motel. It is ME who is providing their Guests with a convenient & professional way of finding "Where To Eat" (also, Where To Shop, & Local Attractions plus Discount Coupons).....at NO charge to the motel.

Don Alm

Video Whiz

I really like this idea... I think it is extremely creative and one that I think has great potential.

I'm trying to think of approaching a restaurant with this idea and not sounding like I'm "holding them hostage". Are you showing their name on the mobile site first? If they don't want to join, but the hotel recommends them, do you still put them on the mobile directory?

I think there are a lot of uses for this principle... just trying to figure out all of the details...

midasman09

The Motel GM gives me 2 restaurants they REALLY WANT in the program. They're usually "Family Style" restaurants....so I put them in THAT Cuisine Category....which means ALL the other 14 Categories can have an Exclusive for their Category.

Heck...just 10 restaurants per motel paying a regular monthly amount (automatically deducted from their Bank Accounts)....with nothing to do, on your part...other than to make sure the Front Desk Display remains intact.....makes for the "almost perfect" business.

And....if a Motel wants more than 2 restaurants in the program....I may just choose NOT to let then have the program. There's LOTS of motels to choose from in each town.

Don Alm

1callcloser

Sounds like a great idea, wish you all the best.

Centurian

Oh midasman! You rock!

Outstanding idea.

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electronik69

Midasman are you a billionaire yet?

I am still attempting to do your QR codes on Coffee Cups idea, and you have already come up with this.

Nice!

If it doesn't sell, it isn't creative - David Ogilvy

TycoonRob

So what are the restaurants paying $150/mo for?

Tell me if I have this right: so the motel is actually not paying anthing to you. But since their mobile directory is free to them they should have NO problem putting the sign/QR code on their front desk. Then when you get their list of 5-6 preferred restaurants, you go to the restaurant and tell them that for $150/mo you will be on the "preferred restaurant list" of the local motel and show up on the mobile site. If they don't buy - they don't show up on the mobile site.

I like it!

Doubt everything you believe.

JToneyUK

I like this idea however it seems from my very small experience of hotels, they tend to have leaflets for nearby businesses such as restaurants and pubs etc in and around the reception area. These, unlike QR codes and mobile websites are accessible to ALL of their guests, not just those with smartphones. Of course not EVERY hotel will have these fliers, but the QR code and mobile site is in essence just the same thing as fliers.

Some hotel owners may just like the idea, I aint disregarding it completely. They may want to give people a better experience by their recomendations. But then, they may also want to charge the business owners an advertising fee?

wakee456

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People will find any excuse to use their phones. It's hard sometimes to market QR codes to businesses but it should be imperative that one way or another it is more environmentally friendly- you save paper! The biggest point to make with QR codes vs. print is the fact that there is a paradigm shift taking place that has long been in effect- the transition from analog to digital. Not to get all lofty, but part of pitching the mobile business is having a pretty convincing speech to hook the potential client to "get with the times".

Also, you sidestep the "hostage taker" mindset when you wax philosophical about it. It's not "you have to have this," it's more "well this is the way things are going."

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JToneyUK

Like it, cheers!

You do make good points there, it is massively down to the pitching without being too pushy.

From a business owner point of view, I bet they will end up sick of web based services!! First they'll have had hundreds of calls from people offering to make them a fancy website at the turn of the century, for the last 5 or so years they'll have had other people calling to provide SEO services and get noticed on Google. The next wave is the going mobile call that they will have to become accustomed to.

I guess it's like all technology, constantly moving and we've all gotta keep up with it!

kmalikis

Great idea,

Would you mind showing us 1 example of the mobile site you created for one motel?
How many categories would you put in the mobile directory?
1. restaurants ( 5 or so different restaurants)
2. pizza delivery
3. entertainment (various types )


Do you have any suggestions on what could be done to motivate the motel owner/mgmt to put a QR code (maybe laminated) or in a table top plastic holder in each room? maybe by the telephone or something like that.

Kam

deum

well this QR could offer a link to recommended RESTAURANTS or nEW VENUES for any visitors.

A great way to re reinforced the positive image of the motel.

midasman09

Ok....again....I am NOT "selling" anything here! I'm simply offering "Ideas" so....I am NOT letting out my "inside info" as to WHY businesses are WILLING to pay me...handsomely....to participate in MY "Tourist-Oriented" Mobile Site program!

Yes....I'm VERY familiar with ALL the "Stuff" (Flyers, Rack Cards etc) in the lobbies of most motels.

So....as I usually do....I go INTO the "Battlefield" and SEE....first hand... WHAT is happening.

As an example; Being in the "Advertising" business....I LOVE coming up with Marketing & Promotion Ideas that HELP businesses. SO...one day, I decided to go and SIT in the Lobbies of motels and see what happens.

In the first lobby was the usual "Racks" of Cards and Flyers and Pamphlets lying on the tables. As I was sitting there, I noticed tourists coming in and registering. And...bcause this was a facility with THREE buildings, as each person registered....the Clerk showed them (on a laminated sheet) where there room was located.

So...I got one of my HOT FLASHES! "Why don't I provide a "Directory" showing where the rooms are....and...why don't I include a "MAP" of the area....and....some Ads for local restaurants, gift shops, attractions...etc.

So....I put together a "GUEST GUIDE"....a 11 x 17 sheet, printed on 60lb bond, folded in 3rds. The front panel had a "Room Locater"....the back panel had an "Area Map". Inside was a Town Map with ads around the edges.

Now....you might think that only "Low Class" motels would use these.

Au Contraire....I got the FINEST HOTELS/MOTELS in ASPEN, COLORADO to use my Guest Guides! A "promotion idea" I got from just sitting in 3 lobbies....making up a Sample....getting the Hotels/Motels to agree to use them...and....going out to businesses wanting to have "Tourists" SEE their business!

Wow! Did I clean up! Every 6 mos I made a bundle!

Thus....the SAME with my "Mobile Directory for Tourists"! There is ONE Way I "discovered" that WILL get Tourists checking into Hotels/Motels to;
1) SEE how to use their Mobile Phones to....GUARANTEE my Advertisers Mobile Sites....WILL BE SEEN!
2) Have Hotel/Motel owners/mgrs LOVE to help me

Just take's a little thinking, researching.

Don Alm....Thinker, Creator

Mobileico

Love this idea and I wish you Godspeed on this, because even though I am too busy and partially too lazy to do this, there is someone out there who isn't. How about creating a simulator with all of those restaurants..like a mapping system, have a stamp made and then stamp a brochure and have it placed next to the one thing everyone in any hotel/motel looks at, the TV Remote. I think many people are just in a hurry and trying to get to their rooms. However, if you put it near the one place they go to in their room, they may be more inclined to order when they are relaxed. Just a thought.

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midasman09

Hey ThriftGirl....last year I discovered a similar product for restoring headlights that is just "rubbed on and rubbed off".

Now....the way I think is, "How can I make money with this?" Not by selling it to Individuals but....as a Service to Car Lots!

So...I took a bottle and some rags and went to a big Car Lot and told the owner (Used Car Lot Owners are ON the Lot and easy to find and talk to)...he has many Vehicles with "Bad-Looking" Headlights...which make them harder to sell.

I told him that...he could get an EXTRA $500 PER VEHICLE with "Shiny-New" Headlights....and....at NO obligation...I'd like to show him what I can do.

He agreed. So...I chose a 5 yr old Taurus. (Now watch how a "PRO-fessional Sales guy (ME) "closes the Deal!)

I cleaned ONE headlight....showed the owner. (He could SEE the difference himself) I then told him I charge $35 for a set of 2 Headlights and if he wanted me to Re-Nu the other lamp...it'd cost him $35.

He said, "Go For It!"

So....that's how I got Car Lot clients. Because Car Lots are constantly getting vehicles...I made a "Route" where I'd stop by at the same time each week.

My reason for doing this was to show a friend (who lost his job and about out of UNemployment)....how to earn money.

He now has 32 Car Lots he visits every Mon thru Thurs (8 a day...4 days a week. He spend 3 Fri-Sat & Sun with his young family)

Also....I found 2 other "Services" for Car Lots;
1) Black Plastic Restoration - Door Handles, Rear View Mirrors and Bumpers get to looking "whitish" so....there's another chemical that will make that Black Plastic (or rubber) look like New!
2) Odor Removal - MANY used vehicles SMELL! Either cig smoke or other stuff (like dead mice, etc) So...we place a can of "Odor Removal" on the floor...open the top and close the door. The chemical fills the interior with a FOG (Very Dramatic Demonstration for Car Lor Owners) Open the door after it dissipates and WHALA....NO ODOR!

Again...."Ya Can't Sell A Yucky-Looking or SMELLY...vehicle!" Oh sure, they can be sold, but for far less than they should be!"

When Car Lot Owners SEE the results from your "Test" ....they can see, with their own eyes....(they Glaze over with Dollar Signs)....how it is NOW possible to boost prices by at least $500!

So...for his $80 to $100 "investment" in each vehicle....he can visualize FIVE TIMES ROI!

Ca-Ching!

Excuse me for getting off topic.

Don Alm....

midasman09

Back ON Topic;

Making money with Hotels/Motels;

Besides setting up a Front Desk Display....I place something IN the rooms so Rooms Guests (aka Tourists) CAN'T MISS SEEING MY QR CODE!

This GUARANTEES that EVERY Room Guest will SEE my QR Codes and... hotel management LOVES me for providing this "Extra Service" for them. Makes them appear "More Professional" and "Concerned" about their Guests.

Don Alm...innovator

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Great Midasman09!, I see you read my post. I think that's a good idea. If you can work out a deal with those restaurants you may be able to incorporate some exclusive deals with the hotel and with coupons

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AllyChurch

This is a great idea, it's just getting it past the front desk that could be an issue. Great to hear such innovative ideas! All the best.

thriftgirl62

Hi,

Didn't mean to go off topic with the headlight restoration but I knew you would respond and thanks for moving it.
I was thinking more along the lines of getting outrageous attention by getting noticed and more importantly, remembered. Instead of leaving a flyer, leave shiny headlights and your calling card with a number to call.

If they need your services, they will call YOU instead of someone else. If they don't, they won't call anyone. Or, will they think you're crazy and hope you don't come back?

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I picked up Chad Wyatt QR code word press plug-in (QR Lead Machine) then got his sms text word press plug-in and I think you could easily combine sms text marketing into this idea with scan here for a list of local eats and get a discount on ... Not only would you get a fee for listing in the directory, you also could get a fee for the sms marketing.

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Phil_UK

Hi

Thanks for a very informative and detailed post, it's given me a lot to think about.

Regarding 'using Quentins script and program', can you say if this is a software program to create the information from, for example yellow pages, or is it a written program that you are following.

Regards
Phil

midasman09

"Quentin's Program" is a Script he created and some Tutorials on how to set up Mobile Sites.

Search here for "Quentin Brown".

Plus....his support is A-1.

Don Alm

JToneyUK

Quentins "script" is in fact a webpage or two and its associated css file which together makes a "mobile friendly" website (.HTML & .CSS files). Meaning that the way the pages hav been made, they will adjust in size to fit a mobile phone screen.

You can buy this template, which is what it really is, and you can then change the colours, images and text using a program like Dreamweaver to create a mobile site for your clients.

bobludeman

I posted this on another of Don's Motel threads. I hope it relevant for someone to benefit from here also.

"A few points to the doubters.
1. Businesses don't understand all about seo, etc etc. They understand advertising, discounts and travel/tourist dollars. Speak their language.
2. QR codes I had a Realtor tell me her clients would never do that, they can't even text. How many people are buying an Iphone 4s right now that already have an iphone? How many people have a G-slate(me), Dell Streak or Android device. Most can and will scan with a proper call to action.
3. Don't think they'll scan? Put a short url under the code. Trade the Motel some of the ad cost for placement in the guest book in the room. In the book in the room place a one sheeter with the QR + Url + some printed coupons in case they are traveling with a dumb phone. Cover all the bases, Dan Kennedy said strong call to action plus multiple ways to respond.
4. If you can sell this will work. If you can't hire someone who can.

Also an idea: Trade some of the ad cost with your favorite eatery for $10 or $20 gift certificates, not coupons. Then call some service guys/gals, tuneup, brake, tire, auto parts, detail shop, RV wash, massage, hairsalon, nail shop, shoe store, etc. My wife buys shoes in every town. I bought shoes in Odessa, Ukraine, go figure. Anyway call the owner/manager offer a free lunch, no strings. Use your gift certificates to pay. After eating and talking, show them the directory(on your G-Slate) with eateries, bars, nightclubs etc. Offer the rate. Tell them you will only take one Hair Salon exclusive. Make a friend, make a sale."

PPCampaigns

I've been looking into the idea of marketing a "virtual concierge". After reading the OP and all the comments, it looks like a great market to get into. Looks like I'm off to do some research! Thanks!

midasman09

$2,400 today!

I just got back from a visit to a town about 20 mi south of me. I went there this morn to look at a certain "Antique" my wifee heard was there in an Antique Shopps.

As I was entering the town....I noticed a brand new 80 room motel. I thought; "Hey! The tourists registering here....have 3 things;
1) NO food
2) A smart phone
3) Cash to buy a meal or have one DELIVERED to their room

So....I went in and asked to see the GM. He came out and I told him I could provide a "service" to his Guests that would make them LOVE his new facility and provide MANY Referrals.

He said; "Ok! You have my interest! WHATcha GOT!"

So....I told him I could provide a way for his guests....most of whom are carrying a Smart Phone with them....to be able to....have a Pizza delivered to their rooms....just by using their phones.

I gave him the details of how I could do this and....he said, "Let's DO it!"

(It's FREE to him so...why not)

I then went to the pizza shop down on Main St....told the owner I could bring him orders for 10 Pizzas a Day....900 Pizzas in the next 90 days....at $15.99 each or 900 x $16 = $14,400...from the new motel.

I then explained HOW I'd do this and....my fee would only be $10 a room a month for the next 3 mos....80 x $10 = $800/mo x 3 = $2400 total.

He pondered a minute....and I interjected with; "Hey! That's OK! I'll run over to the other pizza guy up the street!"

Whammo! Bango!....when I closed my binder and started heading for the door....he responded with; "HOLD IT! I'll do it!"

So....I don't know what you folks think...whether I just "blew some smoke" at you...or what! Actually...I don't care. I am STILL "passionate" about what I do....and I enjoy sharing my successes....and...sure....I've been doing THIS kinda stuff for years....walking in COLD TURKEY on a business owner and walking out with a Nice Check so...whether you can do something similar....I don't know.

It's Up To You! I just show the "possibilities".

Thanks for letting me share. I'm "calming down".

Don Alm....STILL getting excited about "winning the battle for bux"!

512 Designs

Hi Don,

That's awesome but I have a question about the above quote. Maybe I'm reading it wrong, but it sounds like you're guaranteeing this pizza guy that he'll get 10 pizza orders per day.

Did you come up with that number based on experience? And what happens if he doesn't get at least 10 pizzas per day?

Also, is this going to be the same as your mobile directory idea or are you creating the cards you're putting in the rooms just for this pizza shop?

Thanks for your inspiring ideas.

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wiscrown

Dude, you're insane AWESOME!

Took me some time to wrap my head around the motel opp. I'm assuming you already know the averages on the pizza orders, easy to track non the less.

The car lot biz opp is like off the chart awesome for anyone moping about or just worried sick being out of a job! Soo many can be helped with that idea. Thank you!

You're offering HOPE for a better day and a beacon of LIGHT for any who cross your path! Though you may get weary at times, keep it up. Your reward is SURE though I'm certain you're not doing it just for the reward. It's a great secret.

Well done, well done.


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MdJones

I love this idea, I am now brainstorming on how to do the same with other industries. The only thing you do differently then my approach is the price, I am charging a set up fee of $200 and a smaller monthly fee of $10-$20. This may now change.

HypeText

I remember the CueCar! It actually came out in 1999

Of course the biggest reason for it's failure was that it had to be connected to a PC to be used which severely impeded it's usefulness.

It was also for scanning Bar Codes, not QR Codes.

Back in 2000 smartphones were virtually non existant so this is a perfect example of a technology that was "ahead of it's time" and "over the heads" of most consumers.

Austin357

Great stuff Midasman! You always have your wheels spinning in the direction of innovation and profit$!!

sbishop

I am currently working with a Hotel to do a map with local ads also. There is money to be made out there

kmalikis

I've been reading some of the stuff Midasman09 comes up with and it freaking blows my mind!!!! MidasMan...if your reading this... Your awesome.

4webmaster

I ask to restaurant owners near motels if they were interested but none did reply Yes! Most told me that they have their big road sign and it's enough other says they already have their flyers in motel rooms and front desk.

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MLEWISJRONE

@midasman09 It's good to see that great minds think alike, lol. I thought of the same thing and have been putting together a presentation for it. Now that I know it is tested I'm going to make some major moves with this!

360utah

Is the script to make a mobile site for one site or software to make as many as you want? Doesnt say on the website.

TonyD

I really can't get my head around this whole mobile directory thing. Every place i go and when i check into a hotel i just pull out my phone and click on the places icon and a list of nearby places come up in categories. I click on the restaurant category and up comes a list of restaurants sorted by nearest first, complete with reviews courtesy of google. I browse to one i like the look of and tap to call and reserve a table. Why would i want to take the extra steps of typing in a directory url?

What can't i see that you all can?

Daniel LaRusso

I was thinking about this, along these same lines, and wanting a little feedback from Midasman.

So, with this great idea, Midasman, what theme are you using to build these directories? Is it pretty much automated, as in setting up the restaurant? Would love to find this end out!

I was thinking, if hotels start to dry up, go to ............. apartment complexes! Especially ones near a university, or in a hip area of town. New people move into the apartments from other areas, have access to the directory site - BOOM! More value you can add!!

As far as the Google places thing, maybe you could make it even easier on yourself, and make up cards with a QR code pointing toward an existing directory or even Google places. You still provide the source of getting local information to new people, then you can go to those restaurants and businesses that are in the directory and Google places, and pitch them on a mobile website, sms, reputation management, etc. ESPECIALLY reputation management if Google places is opening up and a business has some negative reviews that need to be overcome.

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DougPage

If you re-read Don's post you'll catch that he is creating a directory of the restaurants and stores that the hotel has "approved" for its clients. Your method is just a crap shoot as to whether the restaurant you pick is good or crummy. The ones that would be on the directory have all ready been checked out for customer approval. Hotels/Motels are VERY, VERY much into customer service. They don't want their clients to have a bad experience. This directory helps them toward that goal. Also, not many people know how to use all the functions on their phone. Most have no idea they can get a list of places from their phone. So this directory sell convenience to those people.

DougPage

Going back to the first post, Don says he is using Quentin's script. So it is not automated but does not take much time to throw together a simple site. Quentin's script also resizes the images so that they fit all phones.

PokerFace350

This is great information Don.. thanks for this golden nugget!


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midasman09

This program involves you getting a Unique Domain and Hosting it on YOUR Host....however....many of the restaurants NOW have their own websites so....(in response to the poster above who said when he's in a town he finds restaurants by "Googling, rather than "Scanning a QR Code or typing in a URL he finds IN his Rented Room)....MOST travelers/tourists DON'T sit in the parking lot of their hotel/motel and "Search for a Place To Eat"!

MOST travelers/tourists register...enter their room...set down their baggage....Go Potty...THEN....begin thinking about Where To Eat....AND...if they see Card that Says; "Scan This Code (or; type this URL) to find Where To Eat, Where To SHop, Find Local Attractions.

What are MOST Traveler/Tourists gonna do?

Also....as an UPsell....you can add a "Re-Direct Script" to the restaurant's WebSite.....for those people who DO...."Google their Mobile Device to find "Regular Websites" of restaurants, etc.

Don Alm

macker2298

prett nice idea, i might try it our in the next 6 months ....might need to send in a sales guy to to this though

peter_act

Sure, I don't mind showing mine Quality Hotel Dickson

I haven't finished the whole directory site yet, as it's too hard making sites for restaurants that I haven't signed up yet, but the bare bones are there to give you some idea.

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Don Alm!

You need to create a blog! Please create a blog, you need to spread your valuable advice to as many people as possible Hell, create a book. I'll buy 10 copies!

Question, why do you give so much away in return for.. well, nothing? No forum sig, etc

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