Question 1

Do visitors need to download an app?

Accepted Answer

No. GatherScout works entirely through simple text messages, so visitors and locals can subscribe and receive reminders without downloading anything.

Question 2

What types of experiences can CVBs promote?

Accepted Answer

CVBs can promote festivals, seasonal events, tours, cultural experiences, outdoor activities, dining events, local markets, concerts, and more.

Question 3

Is GatherScout replacing our existing event calendar or website?

Accepted Answer

No. GatherScout works alongside your existing website and promotion tools to help more people actually discover and attend what you're already promoting.

Question 4

How do visitors and locals subscribe?

Accepted Answer

Through a QR code at hotels, welcome centers, or partner locations, or through a link on your destination website.

Question 5

Will staff need to manually send every reminder?

Accepted Answer

No. Events are uploaded once, and GatherScout automates recurring reminders and personalized notifications.

Question 6

Can subscribers choose what they receive?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Subscribers only receive updates related to the event types, interests, and experiences they select.

Question 7

Why use SMS instead of email newsletters?

Accepted Answer

Text messages are seen faster and more consistently than email, helping drive real-time awareness and last-minute attendance for time-sensitive events.

Question 8

Is it difficult to set up for our team?

Accepted Answer

No. GatherScout is designed to be simple for tourism staff to use without adding operational complexity or technical overhead.