Luxury Hoteliers Magazine 1st Quarter 2019 | Page 58

Nashville was still under construction, we posted renderings and updates that generated tremendous buzz in the market that really helped ensure its success as soon as its doors opened in December 2018. Social media is not necessarily restricted to sharing pretty pictures and promotions, however. In November 2018, Dream announced a new charity partnership with NO MORE, an organization dedicated to ending domestic violence and sexual assault by increasing awareness, inspiring action and fueling cultural change. This initiative was shared heavily on our social platforms. By encouraging our audience to get involved through booking a room where a share of the proceeds was donated, sipping a specialty cocktail that was created to raise awareness, or by spreading the word on social media, we have already witnessed a great response to this program over the past month. We love using social channels coupled with the strength of our brand to effect change in the community. Regardless of the platforms used, it is crucial to have social media-worthy content or moments from our properties because it really encourages our guests to share on our behalf. We have found that ultimately, user-generated content is infinitely more effective and organic than an ad or a press piece we put forth. The Chatwal Lodge, Bethel, NY 58 ILHA