VisitEastbourne launches Facebook and Twitter profiles

by Jacquie Bowser, Brand Republic 16-Apr-09, 11:00

LONDON - VisitEastbourne.com, the official tourism website for Eastbourne, has launched profiles on social media sites Facebook and Twitter to raise awareness of the south coast resort across the web.

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VisitEastbourne will use the sites to get instant messages, updates and news out into the public domain.

Susan Morris, Eastbourne Borough Council cabinet member for tourism, said: "It's great news that Eastbourne now has a strong online presence on the popular social networking sites as these websites are key to communicating Eastbourne's message to a younger audience.

"Offering the capability to instantly send out updates, add events and invite fans, we can build up online awareness of the resort for visitors interested in coming here."

To become a "follower" or "fan" of Eastbourne, visit its Twitter page or log onto Facebook.