Category Archives: Website SEO

Definition of a Search Engine

As AI and social media has evolved, “search engine” no longer just means Google. The definition of a search engine is now about how travellers find trust, inspiration, and the confidence to book. Whether that’s through a 30-second TikTok, a Google AI summary, or an AI chat conversation that builds their itinerary - search has become more conversational and human.

Today, “search” happens everywhere. And for tourism businesses, that means you need to know where your potential guests are looking. Let's have a look at where they are searching, and the typical behaviour of different generations.

Google’s Not Gone But It's Evolving

Google still dominates much of the discovery and booking process, but how people use it has evolved. With AI...

The way people find information online is changing, and your content needs to adapt with it. AI-powered search tools like ChatGPT, Google’s AI Overviews, Gemini, and Perplexity are new ways for travellers to help them research travel options. Instead of scrolling through a list of links, they’re asking questions and getting neatly packaged answers, often before they’ve even seen your website. Check out more on this in our article about the Evolution of Content.

So what does this mean for your business? It means your digitial content has to work in new ways to be picked up by AI. Fortunately, the foundations are the same as good SEO, and allows you to think more like a human!

Here are 8 content tips that gets noticed in the age of AI search.

1. Answer Questions...

Big news from the digital world: Instagram content from Business accounts is now being indexed and displayed more prominently in Google search results. In other words, your Instagram photos, Reels, and posts have a much better chance of showing up when potential travellers are searching on Google.

For tourism businesses, this is another example of the evolution of content, and is a golden opportunity!

What’s Changed?

Until recently, your business content on Instagram lived and thrived inside the app, but it wasn’t always easy for Google to pick it up. Now, Google is giving public Instagram Business content more visibility in search results, meaning travellers don’t have to be logged into Instagram to stumble across your posts.

That means every public Instagram post is...

If you're a tourism business trying to stand out online today, you’ve likely felt the challenge of producing content that actually gets noticed. The right content done well will help to drive visibility, trust, and engagement across every digital channel. But content has evolved and the way we plan, create, and share it has to evolve too.

When putting together content you need to consider how to:

• Reflect your brand identity
• Satisfy Google’s ever-changing search algorithms, AND AI search platforms
• Connect meaningfully with your audience

Here’s a look at how content creation has changed across three key perspectives: SEO, social media, and AI, and why storytelling is the common thread that can tie it all together.

1. The SEO Perspective

Then:

SEO used...

Pinterest isn’t just for home styling tips and recipe ideas, it’s a powerful tool for tourism businesses looking to increase website traffic and improve Google rankings.

At Tomahawk, we often hear operators ask, “Do I really need another social platform?” But what makes Pinterest different is that it’s not just a social network. It’s also a search engine, and more importantly, it helps improve your visibility on Google. The user base of Pinterest continues to grow and in 2025, it has reached 570 million users!

Here’s how Pinterest supports your SEO strategy, and how you can use it to drive more organic traffic to your tourism website.

Pinterest = Search + Visual Discovery

Pinterest is where people go to dream, plan and bookmark future experiences, from travel...

Website technology, design trends, and the search engine landscapes are all constantly evolving. Your website is not a static entity and regular audits and updates are vital to maintain optimal performance. By staying up-to-date, you ensure your website remains discoverable, delivers a positive user experience, and thrives in search engine results.

Below we outline are some key benefits to keeping your website updated.

1. Content-Rich & Relevant

Regularly updated content that keeps it relevant and valuable to your audience will enhance user engagement and positions your brand strongly against your competition.

2. A Top Notch User Experience (UX)

Modern design trends and user interface improvements ensure a seamless and engaging user experience, reducing bounce rates...