The new Yelp Ask the Community feature allows Yelpers to ask public questions for the rest of the community (both users and business owners) to answer. We want to help your business get the most out of this new tool. Read our guide below to learn more. What is Yelp Ask the Community? Yelp Ask… Read more
Vancouver’s Taste of Summer with Soft Peaks
Yelp Vancouver’s most recent Elite Experience at Soft Peaks couldn’t have come at a better time! With the heat rising during the week of May 31 to June 6, Vancouver’s Elite were treated to frozen treats by the Soft Peak’s teams at both their Gastown and Metrotown locations. The delicious and organic soft-serve was a… Read more
How to take great photos of your business on your phone
Uploading photos to your Yelp Page is one of the best ways to help your business stand out. People like to see photos of your specialties, experience, knowledge, and personality. Their interest is sparked because you’ve visually provided a look into your services. In fact, businesses who have between 1–5 reviews and 10 photos get… Read more
48 Hours In Vancouver
Vancouver: one of Canada’s most ethnically diverse cities situated on the west coast. Nicknamed “Hollywood North” for it’s successful film industry, Vancouver is also home to scenic views, athleisure wear, and a world class dining scene. There is no shortage of activities to do, sights to see, and places to eat, throughout this beautiful city…. Read more
Halifax’s Speed Gaming Journey at the Board Room Game Cafe
On the quest to find their new favourite board games, Halifax Yelper’s took over the Bedford Board Room Game Cafe last Thursday evening. Starting off with a spread of snacks from the kitchen ranging from popcorn to nibble on and wraps to fill their bellies, competitors were ready for their journey around the cafe. Yelpers… Read more
Why Yelp Doesn’t Condone Review Solicitation
Yelp’s core focus for more than 13 years has been helping consumers find great local businesses. A critical piece of that process is providing people with access to unbiased local feedback to help them make decisions. Yelp’s ability to surface the highest quality content is a cornerstone of our success, and as a result, we… Read more
Halifax’s Passport to Persia with Brenton Grill and Wine Bar
On Thursday, June 22, Halifax Yelpers were treated to a complimentary three-course dinner at Brenton Grill & Wine Bar. Introducing the guests to Persian dining, the dinner started with a sampling of Persian appetisers, followed by an entree choice between mouthwatering kebabs or tender lamb shank, and topped off with authentic Persian ice cream or fan-favourite flaky… Read more
How Google’s Local Search Results Harm Consumers and Why the EU Acted
For more, see focusontheuser.eu Today, the European Commission announced that Google has breached antitrust rules by manipulating search results to favor its own vertical search services. In a landmark decision, the EU antitrust enforcement body hit Google with a record fine of €2.42 billion and gave Google a deadline of 90 days to end all… Read more
Halifax Gets Captured
Halifax Yelpers tackled the escape room trend with Captured Escape Rooms. Their sleuthing skills were put to the test as they worked in two teams to solve the mystery of a murder in 1943 Halifax and to escape the clutches of a sneaky ghost. While both teams didn’t make it out of the rooms before… Read more
We’re excited to introduce you to Chris Goode of Ruby Jean’s Juicery in Kansas City, MO. He attended Coast-to-Coast in 2016. Read his story below and watch the video to see Chris’ Coast-to-Coast experience first hand. Chris Goode’s Yelp Coast-to-Coast Story I grew up in Kansas City, Missouri with three older siblings and a single… Read more