Insider Perks
Outdoor Hospitality Intelligence — AI, Data & Automation for Campgrounds, RV Resorts & Glamping Destinations
Welcome to Insider Perks on Facebook, where we specialize in elevating outdoor hospitality businesses with cutting-edge marketing and technology solutions. Join our community for expert insights on enhancing customer engagement, innovative website design, effective social media strategies, and much more. Learn how AI chatbots can transform your customer service and discover data-driven tactics to
It's late July, and summer operations are in full swing. Refining guest experiences and optimizing property management is key to finishing the season strong. This week, presented by Modern Campground, we tackle just that.
Special guests include:
*Sam Jankovich, CEO at GuideTimeBooking.com
*Sarah Krause, CCO at CDHospitalityWisconsin.com
*Francois Gouelo, CEO & Co-Founder at EnsoConnect.com
Sam discusses integrating bookable outdoor adventures with accommodations. Sarah shares insights on multi-property operations and elevating guest experiences. Francois covers AI-driven guest communication and upsell strategies. Hosted by Brian Searl. Tune in live July 29th at 2 PM ET!
July is prime operating season. Let's talk about optimizing your business. This week, we're dissecting effective business operations and management, presented by Modern Campground.
Host Brian Searl brings in:
*Jeff Hoffman, Board Member of OHI.org
*Sandy Ellingson, RV Industry Advisor
*Mike Harrison, COO of CRRHospitality.com
*Angele Miller, Co-Founder of CreeksideRnR.com
*Robert Preston, CEO & Founder of UnhitchedRV.com
Special guests this session:
*Tyler Otto, President & Owner of Specializedat.com
*Wendy Heineke, Principal, Outdoor Hospitality Consultant of HospitalityAcrossAmerica.com
Tyler Otto shares essential financial KPIs for RV park owners, focusing on cash flow mastery. Wendy Heineke tackles strategic operations for revenue growth and elevating the guest experience.
Tune in live July 15th at 2 PM ET!
07/06/2026
We have all been there. You need a quick answer on a website, and up pops the automated chat assistant.
Sometimes it solves your problem in five seconds flat. Other times, you are trapped in an endless loop of unhelpful responses, desperately trying to type speak to a representative.
How do you feel about automated AI customer service agents on websites?
Drop your vote in the comments:
1. Love them (fast and efficient)
2. Hate them (frustrating)
3. Neutral (depends on the setup)
If you are in the neutral camp, what is the single biggest thing a brand has to get right for you to actually enjoy interacting with their site bot? Let us know below.
07/03/2026
We have all been there. You have an urgent issue, open a support chat, and get greeted by an AI assistant. Sometimes it is a flawless, three-second fix. Other times, it is a frustrating loop of misunderstanding.
As business leaders, finding the line between scaling operations and preserving genuine relationships is one of the biggest challenges today.
If you had to choose, how do you really feel about the use of AI in personalized customer service?
A. Love it, it's efficient
B. Okay for basic FAQs
C. Prefer human-only support
D. Haven't tried it
Drop your letter in the comments below, and let us know: where is the boundary for you? At what point in the customer journey does AI stop being helpful and start hurting the client relationship? Let's discuss.
07/03/2026
Running a campground or RV park has always been a balancing act, but lately, the demands on front-desk staff have reached an all-time high. Between managing check-ins, answering repetitive questions about Wi-Fi codes, and trying to secure more mid-week bookings, operational strain is a real challenge for outdoor hospitality owners.
The good news is that the industry is experiencing a massive shift in how we handle guest communication. Forward-thinking parks are turning to AI-driven automation not to replace the human touch, but to protect it.
When you automate the routine questions that flood your inbox and phone lines every day—like pet policies, gate codes, and check-out times—you instantly free up your team to focus on the guests right in front of them. This means shorter wait times at check-in, happier staff, and a significantly improved guest experience overall.
Beyond operational relief, smart automation works in the background 24/7 to capture booking inquiries when your office is closed. If a potential camper visits your website at midnight, an AI assistant can answer their questions and guide them to your reservation page in real-time, helping you capture revenue that might have otherwise gone to a competitor.
Embracing technology doesn't mean losing the rustic charm of your property. It means giving your team the freedom to deliver the memorable, face-to-face hospitality that keeps campers coming back season after season.
How is your park tackling front-desk busywork this season? Drop your thoughts below.
07/02/2026
Ever search for modern, actionable marketing advice for your campground, only to find absolutely nothing useful?
It is incredibly frustrating when you are looking for real solutions to save time and boost bookings, but the search results only return outdated, generic advice. The outdoor hospitality industry is evolving rapidly, yet modern tech and automation strategies still feel like a well-kept secret.
You do not need to settle for empty search results or figure out complex AI tools on your own. Real operational efficiency comes from smart, simple systems that handle guest questions instantly and keep your booking calendar full.
If you are ready to stop searching and start streamlining, we want to help.
Send us a DM with the word CHAT and let us know the single biggest administrative bottleneck holding your park back this season. Let's find the solution together.
07/02/2026
How many campers visited your website this week but left without booking?
When you are busy managing your RV park or glamping site, finding time to analyze your digital marketing is tough. It is easy to miss the small tweaks that could be costing you reservations.
We want to help you streamline that guest journey and maximize your revenue.
Drop a link to your website or social media page in the comments below.
Our team will analyze it and reply with one actionable, high-impact tip you can use today to capture more bookings and improve your online presence.
No sales pitch, just practical insights to help your outdoor hospitality business grow.
07/01/2026
Attention campground and RV park owners: Google just completed a massive, lightning-fast update to its search algorithm that could directly impact how campers find your property online.
On June 26, 2026, Google finalized its June 2026 Spam Update. Powered by its AI-based detection system, SpamBrain, this update rolled out globally in just two days. This was not about links; it was a targeted strike against low-quality, automated, and manipulative content.
If you have noticed a sudden dip in your website traffic or a drop in your Google rankings over the last week, this update is almost certainly the cause.
Here is what outdoor hospitality operators need to know about the targets of this update and how it impacts your business.
First is the crackdown on doorway location pages. Many campgrounds have been advised by past agencies to build dozens of near-identical pages targeting neighboring towns or nearby national parks—such as campground near City A and campground near City B—where only the name of the town changes. Google is now aggressively demoting these templated networks.
Second is scaled AI-generated content. If your blog has been filled with cheap, unedited AI articles to try and build search authority, Google is now filtering these out, which can cause sitewide traffic to drop.
Third is the impact on AI Overviews and Search Generative Experience. Google has officially updated its policies to target manipulative Generative Engine Optimization. If your website is trying to trick Google’s AI into recommending your park, those tactics are now actively policed.
If your website has been affected, recovery is possible, but it requires a strategic approach.
Start by auditing your content. Clean up or delete thin, unoriginal blog posts.
Consolidate your local targeting. Instead of dozens of templated, low-quality location pages, build a few highly detailed, genuine guide pages about the local areas you serve, featuring original photos and real insider tips.
Be patient. Because this is an automated update, there is no request form to submit. Your website must be recrawled and reassessed, which can take several months.
If you want to protect your digital presence or you are worried your current website setup might be at risk, send us a direct message. We are here to help you audit your pages and ensure your campground remains visible to eager campers.
Save this post so you have these recovery steps handy for your marketing team, and share it with a fellow outdoor hospitality owner who needs to keep their website safe.
As July 1st nears, celebrating Canada Day means more than just holidays—it means fresh perspectives for your park operations. Presented by Modern Campground.
Host Brian Searl welcomes recurring guests:
*Eleonore Hamm, RVDA of Canada
*Simon Neal, CampMap.com
*Phil Ingrassia, RVDA.org
*Rafael Correa, Bwdc.com
*Miguel Huerta, AsociacionMexicanadeGlamping.com
Special guests:
*Ward Wijngaert, YellohVillage.com, on European holiday village success, premium amenities, and family camping.
*Lori & Christina Severson, WisconsinCampgrounds.com, on empowering independent owners via state advocacy and operational strategies.
Tune in live July 1st at 2 PM ET!
07/01/2026
Imagine this scenario: It is 10:00 PM on a Friday. Your registration desk closed an hour ago, and your team is finally getting some well-deserved rest. But on your website, a potential guest is trying to figure out if your RV sites can accommodate a 45-foot rig with slide-outs, or if your glamping tents are pet-friendly.
If they do not get an answer quickly, they will likely move on to the next campground on their list.
This is where the shift toward AI-powered guest communication is changing the game for outdoor hospitality. Campground and RV park owners are increasingly adopting smart automation tools not to replace the human touch, but to protect it.
By utilizing an AI chatbot specifically trained for your unique property, you can instantly answer common guest questions about check-in times, amenities, pet policies, and site dimensions at any hour of the day or night.
What does this mean for your daily operations?
First, it alleviates the pressure on your front desk staff. Instead of spending hours answering the same repetitive questions over the phone or via email, your team can focus on providing incredible in-person service to the guests right in front of them.
Second, it directly impacts your bottom line. When potential guests get immediate, accurate answers to their questions, they feel confident enough to book right then and there. It keeps them on your website and drives more direct bookings, reducing your reliance on third-party booking platforms.
Adopting new technology does not have to be overwhelming. The key is finding solutions built specifically for the outdoor hospitality industry, designed to understand the unique needs of RVers and campers.
How are you currently handling after-hours guest inquiries at your property? Let us know in the comments below, or send us a message to chat about how easy it is to get started with automation that works for you.
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