Background: Rocky Monkey, a thriving local tourist tours operator in Gibraltar, sought to capitalise on the rapidly growing tourism sector and expand its customer base. Situated on our Rock of Gibraltar, the company was perfectly positioned to attract tourists, but needed a strategic approach to boost its online presence and reach its target audience.

Objective: The primary objective of this project was to overhaul Rocky Monkey’s communications strategy at a minimal cost, while maximizing their return on investment. The plan focused on leveraging tactical SEO and paid search PPC, targeting selected and relevant keywords for tourists visiting the Rock of Gibraltar and the surrounding areas. By doing so, Rocky Monkey aimed to achieve substantial growth in organic traffic and attract a multitude of visitors to their website.

  • Keyword Research: We conducted extensive keyword research to identify the most relevant and high-volume search terms used by Rocky Monkey’s target audience. This ensured that our content and PPC campaigns were highly targeted and effective.
  • Content Creation: We published numerous engaging, informative, and SEO-optimized blog posts, showcasing the beauty of Gibraltar, the unique tours of Rocky Monkey, and the must-see attractions in the area. This not only improved the website’s search engine rankings but also provided value to potential customers.
  • Website Indexing: We meticulously indexed the Rocky Monkey website to ensure that it was easily accessible and crawlable by search engines. This technical optimization helped the site rank higher and improved its overall visibility.
  • Backlink Building: We created relevant and high-quality backlinks to the Rocky Monkey website, which significantly improved its domain authority and search engine rankings. This was achieved through guest posting, broken link building, and resource page outreach.
  • PPC Campaign Management: We developed, launched, and continuously optimized paid search PPC campaigns, targeting the same keywords used in our SEO strategy. This ensured that Rocky Monkey had a strong presence in both organic and paid search results, maximizing their chances of attracting potential customers.

Results: The efforts of our team led to astounding results for Rocky Monkey:

  1. Organic Traffic: Rocky Monkey’s organic traffic skyrocketed, with a remarkable +360% increase, surpassing the client’s expectations and positioning the company as a prominent player in the local tourism industry.
  2. Visitor Influx: The establishment saw a significant influx of visitors, thanks to the improved online visibility, targeted marketing efforts, and valuable content that resonated with their target audience.
  3. Business Growth: Rocky Monkey’s business experienced substantial growth, with an increase in revenue, customer base, and brand recognition. This allowed the company to further invest in its offerings and solidify its position in the market.

Conclusion: This case study demonstrates the immense power of tactical SEO and paid search PPC in driving growth for local businesses in the tourism sector. By focusing on relevant keywords, creating valuable content, and implementing a winning strategy, Rocky Monkey was able to achieve impressive results at a minimal cost. For more information about Rocky Monkey and their success story, please visit www.rockymonkey.gi.