Recently we had a new client come to us asking for help with their all flash website.  They were not seeing any traffic coming to their website and they did not know why this was happening.  We looked over their website and found that there was no content being indexed by search engines due to the fact that the website was built with flash.  Our recommendation was to rebuild the website in HTML, keep the same layout and design and make the website more search engine friendly.  So, we rebuilt the website, added keywords and submitted a sitemap to the 3 major search engines: Yahoo, Google and Bing.  Within 1 week, our client was seeing traffic coming to their website and phone calls were coming in from people who were on their website.  Needless to say, flash websites may look pretty, but unless you are Martha Stewart, you should build your website to be search engine friendly.

If you find that your business is in this same situation,  please give us a call, we would love to help you and your business.  We not only design and build great looking websites, but they also function properly, and will get you more business!

Please visit our clients website: Predatuna Sportfishing.com.

They offer Cape Cod sport fishing charters out of Hyannis harbor.  Whether you like to fish for Bass, Blues, Tuna, Shark, Cod, Porgies or any fish the Cape Cod waters have to offer, the Predatuna II is the boat to be on.

We recently launched a brand new website for Janet Uhlar.  Janet writes books about the American Revolution, including her latest novel called “Liberty’s Martyr”.  Janet grew up in Quincy, Massachusetts and now resides in Eastham.  On Janet’s website you will find a schedule of events, information about her book(s) and blog posts by Janet herself.  You can also buy her latest book online at Amazon.com.  To contact Janet about book signings and special events, click here.

The sun has been shining so bright these past few weeks that you do not realize how great it feels until it is gone.  It has been overcast for a couple days now and I really want the sun to come back out!  The weather forecast says that the next couple  of days are supposed to be very hot and sunny, let’s hope they are right.

Our latest contest has come to an end.  Our favicon giveaway has been a great success, with several people entering our contest, it is great to know some people are still thinking about their website in the busy Summer months.  We have randomly chosen the winners and they are:  Bumboosa and Fowler Lawns (website coming soon).  Congratulations on your new favicon win!

Keep your eyes out for our next contest which we will do via enewsletter.  If you do not get our enewsletter, you can sign up right now by entering your email address in the sign up box at the top of this web page.

Many business’s have the impression that because Summer is here, that their website does not need any attention.  This is untrue.  Even though many of the business’s on Cape Cod are at their busiest right now, you should not be leaving your website behind.  This is the time of year when most clients are looking at your website, especially if you own a hotel, motel,  restaurant or any seasonal business on Cape Cod.  Traffic for most Cape Cod businesses spikes in the Summer and this is because people want to know what is going on around town, especially when they are on vacation and looking for something to do with the family.

Be sure to keep your website up to date, even in the busy times of the Summer.  Having up to date events, activities, company news and photos on your website will get you more customers.  Having an up to date website will also let customers know that you are still alive an kicking.  If you have not posted to your blog in more than 1 year and you have outdated news on your website, people may think your not in business anymore.

Be sure to take advantage of your photo galleries and your blogs, especially during the Summer season.  Add photos of your business,  property,  staff and more as well as what is happening in your neighborhood and around town.  Keep your customers wanting to come back to your website for more, the more they visit your website, the more likely they are to remember you and use your services.

Business: Pirate Adventures
Owners: Jen and Brian Whitaker
Website: www.capecodpirateadventures.com

How did you get started with your business?
I started as an employee (captain)  and had a chance to purchase the business.  I’ve owned it for the last 7 years.

Tell us about the business …
We offer a live Pirate Adventure for families with children between the ages of 3-10.  Of course, any age is welcome! Children participate in a real treasure hunt.  They have a chance to hoist flags, find clues, blast Pirate Pete with water cannons and haul up a real treasure.

Tell us about yourself …
I have been a licensed captain for 15 years now. This job allows to me to do what I love!

What do you love about your business?
I love the people!  The kids are such believers, they truly want to be pirates for the day.   Our adventure is all about living in the moment and having fun!

What are some ways that you promote your business?
Networking is a big part of the way I promote my business.   I’m also a  member of many of the Chambers of Commerce on the Cape.  It’s like having a bunch of cheerleaders!

Last year we had our website completely redone.  I believe this has increased our exposure.  This year we are adding an online reservation system that I think will  be a huge convenience for our customers. I have recently been working with many of the other businesses on MacMillan Pier to come up with some ideas to promote the Pier.  We will be putting out a brochure this year that will include all of us.  We feel  we can reach more people if we all work together.

You can also find Pirate Adventures on Facebook: Pirate Adventures Provincetown

Do you have any advice to offer others in your same business?
To change with the times.  Don’t get rid of what works, but don’t be afraid to try new things.