Free Trial with iknow-Uk
Online marketing company iknow-uk.com is offering accommodation providers a free trial to promote their business on their award winning website.
The one month free trial will allow accommodation owners from around the UK to upload pictures, information, availability, rates and links to their accommodation profile page so visitors to iknow-uk are fully informed of what is available when they plan their trip or holiday.
Property owners will have full control of the content featured on iknow-uk’s website and can change, amend or add information at their own leisure.
The company is renowned for its success in helping accommodation owners obtain the best search results and as a result, more customers coming through the door.
A well-known and trusted site with both accommodation owners and holiday makers, the site features thousands of properties across the UK, ranging from bed and breakfasts and guests houses to self catering cottages and hotels.
In 2008, the company helped over 2,000 hospitality customers beat the credit crunch by keeping them ahead of their competition. The site in 2008 alone received seven million visitors by the end of October, bringing them two million up from 2007.
The company has seen over 90 per cent of their clients renew their contracts each month due to the success they have seen since registering with the site.
So how does it all work?
iknow-uk is the UK’s fastest growing accommodation listing website, which allows anyone who owns their property within the UK to advertise their accommodation on the website.
The site offers property owners the platform to advertise their website and property details to people wishing to stay across a range of towns, cities and villages in the UK.
The consultancy aims to provide an advertising tool for clients to feature their properties on the website to enhance business and attract potential visitors to their property.
Features of the site include a comprehensive control panel that allows clients to edit and refine all aspects of their online advertising. Clients may add photos and captions to their profile page to obtain the best results when advertising their properties.
Guidance is situated throughout the site provided by iknow-uk, to ensure clients get maximum potential from the website.
A key feature to the online consultancy site is the ability to show potential visitors direct access online to when the client’s property is available. The page has been set up to display a calendar, which summarises the availability of the property and not individual rooms.
The iknow-uk website also features a last minute category whereby clients who opt to use the calendar feature, will see their properties placed in the last minute directory for guests wishing to find a quick getaway or last minute deal.
Links can also be made direct to the clients’ website through iknow-uk.com.
Marcus Simmons, Managing Director at iknow-uk Ltd, said, "The Internet is changing the way people find and book accommodation. Hotel, B&B and other accommodation owners have to learn quickly how to benefit from the effectiveness of Internet advertising.
“Most importantly we deliver results! This is demonstrated by over 90 per cent of our customers renewing each year because of the exceptional results they achieve over their 12 month subscription."
The website is split into 10 different sub websites each representing different areas of the UK.
For example, if you have accommodation to rent in York, you can register your York hotels or other types of accommodation online at iknow-yorkshire.co.uk and complete a profile all about the property, its location and attractions nearby.
The advantage of having the sub websites is so visitors looking for a holiday can easily find the information they are looking for without any fuss or confusion. For example, a person looking for Harrogate hotels does not require or need information about accommodation in the South of England and having the separate sites enables people to happily search for exactly what they are looking for without any hassle.
A great feature of the iknow-uk website is the extensive information about tourist attractions and places to visit within each region.
For example if you own accommodation within the Yorkshire region whether it be York hotels or Harrogate hotels, you can inform your prospective guests about the location of your accommodation and transport links to and from it. This is a key advertising tool for online marketing as you are able to sell your property based on its whereabouts in the city or town. For example if you have accommodation near York’s race course it would be to your advantage to post information about its whereabouts on the website.
A great advantage to having your own profile on iknow-uk is that you can tell people the exact requirements of staying at your accommodation so there are no surprises upon arrival.
The teams at each of the sub websites have come up with a wide list of categories for you to place yourself in, so people looking for accommodation can narrow their search to find what is right for them.
For example if you have lots of hotels and each of them caters for stag and hen parties, you can situate your property into this category on the website lists.
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The iknow-yorkshire.co.uk website is part of a larger online consultancy company called iknow-uk.com.
The firm specialise in rental accommodation, providing a platform for people to advertise their properties to rent across the UK.
The companies main internet advertising websites are iknow-yorkshire.co.uk, iknow-northwest.co.uk, iknow-lakedistrict.co.uk, iknow-devon.co.uk, iknow-cornwall.co.uk and iknow-wales.co.uk.
The online marketing site is keen to expand their sites, adding iknow-scotland.co.uk, iknow-somerset.co.uk, iknow-dorset.co.uk and iknow-kent.co.uk to their site in the last 12 months.
Tourist attractions across the UK with Iknow-UK.com
With tourism set to boom in the UK this summer, British roads will be packed full of family-filled cars set to go on a quiet break away from their daily lives.
With the sat nav at the ready and pre-made sandwiches in the cooler the journey to your holiday destination can either go one of two ways.
If you have kids in the back shouting, “Are we there yet?” or the in-laws stopping at every service station for the loo, you may be dreading the holiday before it is even begun with the added stress of not knowing what the accommodation is like, what there is to do and how on earth you are going to keep everyone entertained. Or you could be in complete bliss to all of the above (including the kids and in-laws) if you book your holiday through Iknow-UK.com.
With thousands of different types of accommodation on their website, across various locations around the UK you can rest assured that you will find the exact holiday to suit your needs and requirements.
And Iknow-UK doesn’t stop at accommodation either. The website features an array of information to help you learn about the place, what attractions are available and where is best to stay for you and your fellow travellers.
And to help you that little bit more; we have compiled a list of top tourist attractions across the UK for you to visit to make sure that you don’t miss out!
NORTH WEST
If you are looking for a trip to the North West to get away from the hustle and bustle of your daily life, then look no further than Iknow-UK.
The website features a range of different types of accommodation from bed and breakfasts to holiday homes to accommodate for your needs and requirements.
If you are looking to take a trip to Blackpool and are looking for Blackpool Hotels in the area the Iknow-UK website can tell you the exact location of each of the properties available and what tourist attractions are close by.
If you are looking to stay in Blackpool make sure that you visit Samlesbury Hall a fantastic haven for history lovers, a place of peace and tranquillity a home for Lancashire’s finest produce and a fantastic family day out.
Visitors can explore the country Tudor grounds, meander through the wildflower maze or visit the plant centre or miniature farm. A Henry VIII tour is available to visitors to learn about his life and admire his worldly possessions situated at Samlesbury Hall. A restaurant and cafe is located on site were guests can relax in the tranquil gardens with refreshments of their choice.
A beautiful and stunning tourist attraction for you and your family to enjoy.
And there is not just Blackpool to visit in the Northwest, make sure you take a trip to Manchester, Liverpool and Chester which are fantastic cities and only car journey away.
Or if you wish to travel and stop off in the other cities in the North West, Iknow-UK can provide you with a wide range of accommodation including Liverpool Hotels, Chester Hotels and Manchester Hotels to match exactly what you are looking for.
CUMBRIA, LAKE DISTRICT AND THE YORKSHIRE DALES
Think of these places and your mind fills with tranquillity, beautiful and traditional British locations for you to relax and get away from the stress of your daily life style.
And if you are a landlord and own a property across the UK, Iknow-UK.com may be the best platform for you to advertise your business.
For example, if you own Lake District Hotels you can advertise your property on iknow-lakedistrict.co.uk. The website can categorise your property whether it is a Keswick hotels or Windermere hotels so visitors can pin point your exact location when booking their trip.
If you are looking to advertise your property, make sure that you target specific attractions that are close to where your accommodation is. For example if your property is situated right by Bowness-on-Windermere make sure that you give travellers your exact location and the easiest mode of transport to get there.
On top of this, tell them what the attractions are all about. For instance, if your Windermere hotels are right by Windermere Lake Cruises, tell your guests that they can attend evening buffet cruises, with music and theatre attractions on board. It will help sell your property to potential guests.
SCOTLAND
If you fancy a wee trip up to the highlands make sure you visit Iknow-UK to book your accommodation.
From Edinburgh hotels to Glasgow hotels, the website hosts a variety of information about the location of each of the properties, including what attractions nearby and transport links.
For instance, if you are looking for a quiet and relaxing trip to Scotland, iknow-scotland can direct you to a wide range of holiday cottages in Scotland which are tranquil, away from the hustle and bustle and perfect retreat after a long week at work.
And if you are heading for Glasgow make sure you pay a visit to Mugdock Country Park, one of Scotlands most popular visitor attractions offering a great countryside experience.
Whether your interests are in local history and building heritage, beautiful and fascinating flora and fauna or general leisure and recreation, there is something for everyone.
Guests can take part in a wide range of activities such as walking, cycling, horse riding, archery, orienteering, history trail, environmental education, shopping and eating as well as children’s activities.
Either a train or car journey away, make sure that you visit Mugdock Country Park on your trip to beautiful Scotland.
WALES
The vibrant nightlife of Cardiff attracts thousands of people every year, but many often forget of the beautiful scenery situated in the busy and popular city.
And if you are visiting Cardiff or any other destination in Wales, make sure that you visit iknow-wales today.
A key feature to the Iknow-UK websites is the availability calendar situated on each of the property listings.
The calendar summarises the availability of the property to allow guests quicker and accessible information when booking their short break.
For example a trip to Cardiff may find you wondering where the best places are to visit, which suit your needs and requirements.
If it’s a fun packed night in the city, or a quiet break by the sea, there is a wide selection of Wales hotels available across the country.
The website has a range of hotels available across various locations including Cardiff Hotels and Llandudno Hotels for you to choose from.
And if you choose to stay in Cardiff this month, make sure that you visit Roath Park, a beautiful location at the centre of the busy capital city, stunning day or night.
The park retains a classic Victorian atmosphere where local inhabitants and visitors alike can enjoy their leisure time in many different pursuits.
A 30 acre lake is formed in the park by the damming of the Nant Fawr stream. It is a popular facility for fishing and rowing. Other elements of the park include superb floral displays, the famous conservatory and high quality recreational areas.
SOUTH WEST
Iknow-UK has had over 20,000,000 visitors to their site and 2,000 very happy customers.
The site wants each one of the clients to succeed, and provides helpful hints to improve your listing. They have friendly staff that are always on hand to help you get the most out of your advertising.
On top of this, advertisers are in full control of the content and targeting. Changes can be made to the advertisement at no cost to you and can be done at any time.
If you have a property to promote, visit iknow-devon.co.uk for further information about how to advertise your property on their website.
The website features a variety of properties across various locations, including Newquay hotels, St Ives hotels and Cornwall hotels.
With the South West being one of the most popular tourist attractions for the summer make sure that you beat your competitors by staying ahead of the game.
Look out for deals going on at various attractions in your area and be sure to advertise these deals to guests at your hotel.
For example, there are a range of Celtic tours in Cornwall which your guests may not know about. From Coastline tours to King Author tours, guests have a wide range of activities available to take part in which you can tell them all about.
Where ever you are looking to go this summer, Iknow-UK has a range of different features to help you find the perfect accommodation for your trip.
Whether you are looking for Devon hotels, such as Torquay hotels, or Weston Super Mare hotels, Iknow-UK has a range of different types of accommodation to suit your trip.
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However help is at hand with Iknow-uk an online marketing consultancy who have thousands of different types of accommodation featured on their website.
The website is split according to each area across the UK, with each site focusing on just one part of the UK to ensure that maximum coverage is achieved.
The firm specialise in rental accommodation, providing a platform for people to advertise their properties to rent across the UK.
The companies main Internet advertising websites are iknow-yorkshire.co.uk, iknow-northwest.co.uk, iknow-lakedistrict.co.uk, iknow-devon.co.uk, iknow-cornwall.co.uk and iknow-wales.co.uk.
The online marketing site is keen to expand their sites, adding iknow-scotland.co.uk, iknow-somerset.co.uk, iknow-dorset.co.uk and iknow-kent.co.uk to their site in the last 12 months.
Iknow-UK – UK citizens opting for short break bookings during 2009
The UK travel industry has tracked a record growth of short break bookings during 2009. UK airline bmibaby have reported that bookings for breaks of less than four days are up by more than 20 per cent year on year, between January to April 2009, in comparison to the same period in 2008.
The most popular destinations for short breaks between January to April 2009 are Edinburgh from East Midlands and Cardiff Airport, Amsterdam from Birmingham International Airport and Belfast from Manchester Airport.
Julian Carr, commercial director, bmibaby, said,
“We have seen a sharp increase in bookings for trips of less than four days this year. Fifty three per cent of our bookings between January and April 2009 are from people taking short trips, compared to just thirty one per cent in the same period in 2008.
“More passengers are booking shorter breaks, for business or leisure purposes. People are not prepared to give up the all important weekend break, and business travelers are migrating towards the low cost travel option.”
With so many people looking to take a short break within the UK this year, the low cost airline is encouraging travelers to book their accommodation early to avoid disappointment during peak traveling times. With so many landlords increasing the rate per night and competition rife over the summer months, travelers don’t know where to start when planning a short break away this summer.
However help is at hand with Iknow-uk an online marketing consultancy who have thousands of different types of accommodation featured on their website. The website is split according to each area across the UK, with each site focusing on just one part of the UK to ensure that maximum coverage is achieved.
The company’s main Internet advertising websites are iknow-yorkshire.co.uk, iknow-northwest.co.uk, iknow-lakedistrict.co.uk, iknow-devon.co.uk, iknow-cornwall.co.uk and iknow-wales.co.uk.
The online marketing site is keen to expand their sites, adding iknow-scotland.co.uk, iknow-somerset.co.uk, iknow-dorset.co.uk and iknow-kent.co.uk to their site in the last 12 months.
Why choose IKnow-UK
Iknow-UK has a range of different features to help you find the perfect accommodation for your trip.
Whether you are looking for Devon hotels, such as Torquay hotels, or Weston Super Mare hotels, Iknow-UK is the best place to book your short break and we have a list of reasons why.
Wide choice available
The site features over 2,500 different types of accommodation on each of the individual advertising sites ranging from B&B’s to Holiday Cottages.
If you are planning a trip to the Northwest and are looking for that perfect accommodation for you and your fellow travelers, Iknow-northwest.co.uk can help narrow that long search for you.
With a variety of places to visit in the North West region, Iknow-UK have categorised each location to help you find accommodation close to where you need to be.
With Blackpool hotels, Liverpool hotels, Manchester hotels and Chester hotels, guests can browse through the wide selection available at their own leisure and convenience.
The website is fast, easy to use, comprehensive and informative for the customer to locate their perfect property to stay.
The advanced search engine on the site allows visitors to categorise exactly what they are looking for when staying at a property.
Guests can search under locations, types of accommodation, type, price and speciality. This ensures that the customer gets the best deal from the service and exactly what they are looking for.
Tourist Information Given
Each of the websites at Iknow-UK features tourist information in the area, allowing travelers to plan their trip with activities and days out to suit their wishes and desires.
If your short break takes you up to the Scottish highlands, iknow-scotland.co.uk cover all the main cities as well as surrounding areas on their website with a wide range of Scotland hotels for you to visit.
From Edinburgh hotels to Glasgow hotels, the website hosts a variety of information about the location of each of the properties, including what attractions nearby and transport links.
For instance, if you are looking for a quiet and relaxing trip to Scotland, iknow-scotland can direct you to a wide range of holiday cottages in Scotland which are tranquil, away from the hustle and bustle and perfect retreat after a long week at work.
Full information about all accommodation available
Each different type of accommodation comes with a detailed description of what the place is like, where it is close to, what they do and don’t accept as well as pictures for you to look at, of in and outside the property.
A key feature to the Iknow-UK websites is the availability calendar situated on each of the property listings.
The calendar summarises the availability of the property to allow guests quicker and accessible information when booking their short break. For example a trip to Cardiff may find you wondering where the best places are to visit, which suit your needs and requirements.
If it’s a fun packed night in the city, or a quiet break by the sea, there is a wide selection of Wales hotels available across the country.
Whether you are looking for Cardiff hotels or Llandudno hotels visit iknow-wales.co.uk to see what all the fuss is about and whether there is accommodation available for the week you plan to travel.
A great platform to feature your property
If you are a landlord and own a property across the UK, Iknow-UK.com may be the best platform for you to advertise your business.
If you own Lake District Hotels you can advertise your property on iknow-lakedistrict.co.uk. The website can categorise your property whether it is a Keswick hotels or Windermere hotels so visitors can pin point your exact location when booking their trip.
Trusted site to advertise your accommodation
Iknow-UK has had over 20,000,000 visitors to their site and 2,000 very happy customers.
The site wants each one of the customers to succeed and provides helpful hints to improve your listing. They have friendly staff that are always on hand to help you get the most out of your advertising.
On top of this, advertisers are full in control of the content and targeting. Changes can be made to the advertisement at no cost to you and can be done at any time.
If you have a property to promote, visit iknow-devon.co.uk for further information about how to advertise your property on their website. The website features a variety of properties across various locations, including Newquay hotels, St Ives hotels and Cornwall hotels.
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NOTES TO EDITORS
The iknow-Northwest.co.uk website is part of a larger online consultancy company called iknow-uk.com. The firm specialise in rental accommodation, providing a platform for people to advertise their properties to rent across the UK.
The companies main Internet advertising websites are iknow-yorkshire.co.uk, iknow-northwest.co.uk, iknow-lakedistrict.co.uk, iknow-devon.co.uk, iknow-cornwall.co.uk and iknow-wales.co.uk.
The online marketing site is keen to expand their sites, adding iknow-scotland.co.uk, iknow-somerset.co.uk, iknow-dorset.co.uk and iknow-kent.co.uk to their site in the last 12 months.
15,000 People a Week Plan Visits to Cumbria
15,000 People a Week Plan Visits to Cumbria
Leading accommodation listings website, iknow-uk says booking enquiries for the Lakes have doubled in the past few months, despite the economic climate.
www.iknow-lakedistrict.co.uk was launched four years ago. Since then, it’s been busy generating millions of pounds worth of booking enquiries for its members. And this year, things are looking even better.
Visitor numbers to the site were up from 40,000 in October 2007 to 49,000 in October 2008. In November, iknow saw an increase of almost 10,000 booking enquiries and December was double that of 2007 after just two weeks. The iknow-lakedistrict site has already received 15,000 visitors in the first week of January.
It seems the strong Euro is having an impact on British bookings and this theme looks set to continue through the main booking period of January and February. And it could provide Lake District hoteliers with a phenomenal opportunity this New Year.
Managing Director of iknow-uk, Marcus Simmons, comments “We put the increase down to a combination of two things; more people choosing to holiday in the UK and the increasing prominence of the iknow sites. This combination led to an unbelievable number of enquiries at the beginning of 2008 and this trend continued throughout the year.”
“We heard from a local MP recently that some of his hotel-owning constituents had seen a fall of 40% in their bookings in the final quarter of 2008. Our members have seen an increase of 50% on last year’s enquiries – so we must be doing something right. We’ve even had 168 booking enquiries for visits to the Lakes in December 2009!”
Since their launch in 2003, iknow-uk has been awarded Start Up Business of the Year and Best Commercial Website awards. They have also been presented with two Big Chip Awards; voted Best of Lancashire amongst their peers and were North West finalists in the National Business Awards 2008 for ‘The Orange Best Use of Technology Award’.
Top Lake District Accommodation Searches
To find out more about one of the UK’s leading accommodation listings providers, or to arrange your free trial, visit www.iknow-uk.com/free-trial or call 0871 871 0851.
Iknow-wales predicts ‘rush’ for last minute holidays in 2009
Iknow-wales predicts ‘rush’ for last minute holidays in 2009
Tourism experts iknow-uk have predicted a rush for last-minute breaks this year – with Wales set to be one of the most popular destinations for British holidaymakers.
The company, which offers online accommodation booking services through www.iknow-wales.co.uk and a number of other websites serving destinations across the UK, says there has been a surge of interest in British holidays since the recession started.
Director Marcus Simmons says a 50% rise in the number of visitors to their sites in January is evidence that people are still planning to take a break this year – but many people are waiting longer than usual before they book.
He explains: “The whole industry in the UK has shifted towards late bookings in recent years, but even so we think there will be a massive last minute – link to last minute breaks, Wales market this year. Although we are seeing a big increase in visitor numbers, a lot of people are going to be holding off making a decision just now because of uncertainty in the job and housing markets.
“It doesn’t mean they won’t have a holiday, but they’ll be looking for good deals and they might just go away for a week or a long weekend instead of their usual fortnight. Based on our experiences last year, everything will suddenly get booked up so if people know they definitely want to go on holiday, I’d recommend that they still book before the rush.”
Iknow-wales features more than 2,500 holiday properties stretching from the north Wales coast, through Snowdonia and the Beacons, down to Cardiff and the south Wales coast.
Holidays range from budget to luxury and long stay to short break, and featured accommodation includes hotels, independent B&Bs and guest houses, caravan parks and campsites, pubs and inns and self catering apartments.
The website includes a guide to specialty holidays, including those with wheelchair access, pet friendly breaks, romantic locations and gay friendly accommodation.
There is also a wealth of tourist information, useful phone numbers and tips about everything from how to rent a beach hut and the good seafood restaurants, to where to go for the best weather, all designed to help people plan the perfect
Iknow-wales splits the country into distinct geographical areas to help holiday makers decide where to go. Each section describes the history of the area, from Angelsey’s Neolithic burial sites and Megaliths to the castles that the country is famed for.
It sets out which beaches are best for surfing and other watersports, where to go to catch lobsters and crabs and recommends the cleanest and best family sands.
Holiday options range from city breaks in Cardiff to cheap and cheerful family holidays in Rhyl and peaceful getaways along the remote North Lleyn peninsula for those who want to escape the rat race. Featured attractions include day boat trips to Bardsey, day trips to Ireland from Holyhead and the Welsh Mountain Zoo, but there is also plenty of information for cyclists and walkers who want to get off the beaten track.
Top Wales Accommodation Searches
For more information, visit http://www.iknow-wales.co.uk.