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Marketing doesn’t work? Or maybe it was never even set up properly

• 22.07.2025.
• News, Marketing

What if the problem isn’t that your marketing doesn’t work, but that it was never even set up properly? With a brief look at the yacht charter industry, Selma Ćubara, in her new article for čarter.hr, shares her thoughts on why many companies are left disappointed with their marketing results and what it really means to build a strategy that supports growth – both during and outside the season.

Don’t look for rescue in ads

• 17.06.2025.
• News, Marketing

Marketing is frequently viewed as a short-term solution in the charter industry: "Let's do marketing to get bookings." But is that really how it works? This article unpacks the most common misconceptions: marketing is not sales, it’s not a business strategy, it’s not partnerships, and it’s certainly not a magic wand when the business model is already showing cracks. If your product isn’t clearly defined, if your audience and positioning are vague, or if your operations are shaky, marketing can’t fill in those gaps. In this column, Selma Ćubara shares grounded examples from the field, showing when marketing becomes a powerful lever and when it’s just an expensive distraction. For charter professionals who want to build stronger foundations, avoid the usual mistakes, and understand when (and how) marketing truly works.

How to increase revenue in the charter industry without offering additional discounts

• 20.05.2025.
• News, Marketing

The yacht charter industry in Croatia has fallen into a dangerous spiral of discounting that’s becoming harder to escape. But guests want more than just a low price – they’re looking for value for money and a reason to return. In this article for čarter.hr, Selma Ćubara explains why discounts are no longer effective and what you can do to regain control over your sales.

Digital marketing in the yacht charter industry: Time to build stronger relationships with guests

• 09.04.2025.
• News, Marketing, User experience

Digital marketing in the yacht charter industry is not a matter of trends but of responsible business. In this article, Selma Ćubara breaks down key misconceptions – from the illusion about online platforms to the misunderstanding of brand and guest loyalty. Clear, concrete, and encouraging, this text opens space for constructive conversation among agents, fleet operators, and everyone who believes that the relationship with the guest is not a cost – but the foundation of long-term success.