10 years
The party is almost here. Is anyone from this site going? Sadly I'm not around Ottawa or I would definitely attend.
The map looks really good. Nice work!
The Alternative Ottawa Experience - a party to celebrate the launch of North America's first backpacker map made by locals!
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Hi,
I've just finished the Alternative Travel Guide for Ottawa. This is a backpacker map made by locals and is the first of its kind in North America. These types of map are extremely popular in Europe, (see USE-IT Europe) and have already been shown to have a positive impact on tourism in a city. They include all the information which you would expect to get from the receptionist at a hostel (e.g. where's the nearest liquor store, nearest supermarket etc) plus some really great recommendations from locals about where they would actually go to. It's all about improving a backpacker's experience in a city and Ottawa is a prime example of where these maps are a necessity. It's great if you've lived here for years, not so great if you come here for a couple of days.
So I would like to invite you to come and test any preconceived ideas that you may have about Ottawa. I would like to invite you to The Alternative Ottawa Experience! It's your chance to get involved in something big, at the start. I will be expanding the Alternative Travel Guide shortly, next destination to be announced.
The 2 day event will be held on 7th - 9th May and here is what is planned:
- free accommodation at Ottawa Backpackers Inn
- free Alternative Travel Guide - Ottawa map
- free live music from local musicians with some free alcohol - first come, first served ;)
- free walking tour showcasing a walk from the Alternative Travel Guide - Ottawa
- free travel networking event about trends in the backpacker market and how to market to this segment - some free food and drink available at this event
- free entry to Come Fly With Me - a travel inspired event held at the coolest club in town (entrance fee of $5 waived for hostel workers)
- further details about competition and raffle prizes to be revealed - I can confirm there are free hostel stays, plus drinks and food vouchers at the moment
You can RSVP to this event here: https://www.facebook.com/events/636138019794522/?ref=ts&fref=ts
If you would like to know further details, or would like a sneak peak of the map, then please PM me!
Thanks,
Katrina
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10 years
Hi there,
We had a couple of people along from a hostel in Toronto. I actually opened the party up to travellers in the area so we had a really good turn out...and some very good feedback on the map!
And thank you for your comments :) Next we're looking to make a digital version of the map and help people do research on the city before they get there.
Cheers,
Katrina
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