Switching from paper maps to digital guidebooks can save destinations significant costs and reduce environmental waste. Reveel’s platform offers an affordable solution with no printing fees, real-time updates, and multilingual support in 28 languages. Digital guidebooks eliminate hidden expenses like reprinting and distribution while enhancing the visitor experience. In this blog, we explore how Reveel is transforming tourism, offering a modern, eco-friendly, and cost-effective alternative to traditional paper maps.
The Hidden Costs of Paper Maps
While the upfront cost of printing paper maps might seem manageable, there are several hidden expenses that add up over time:
1. Printing Costs
Printing high-quality paper maps can be expensive, especially if they include detailed images and are printed in multiple languages. The more frequently you update your maps or the more copies you need, the higher the costs go.
2. Distribution and Storage
Once printed, maps require distribution and storage — which involves logistics and space, often leading to substantial recurring expenses.
3. Environmental Impact
Paper maps are frequently discarded after one use, contributing to waste. With sustainability becoming a priority, printed materials are increasingly viewed as environmentally unfriendly.
Why Digital Guidebooks Are Cheaper with Reveel
Reveel addresses all cost-related issues associated with paper maps.
1. No Printing Costs
With Reveel, your guidebook is digital — no printing, no reprints, no multilingual print runs.
2. Unlimited Updates
You can update your guidebook anytime at no additional cost.
3. Multilingual Accessibility
Reveel automatically translates your content into 28 languages. No printing, no distribution — everything is included.
4. Sustainability
Reduce paper waste and align your destination with environmentally conscious tourism.
5. Lower Monthly Costs
Instead of unpredictable printing expenses, Reveel offers a low, predictable monthly subscription.
Case Study: A Destination’s Cost Savings
A Helsinki museum printed 20,000 maps annually at €0.30 each — €6,000 per year — not including design, storage, or distribution.
After switching to Reveel:
- Costs dropped by more than half
- No more print re-runs
- Visitors praised the interactive, multilingual guidebook
Reveel’s ROI: More Than Just Savings
Reveel provides:
- Real-time visitor data
- Interactive digital experiences
- Improved reputation through sustainable practices
Why Choose Reveel?
Reveel offers a cost-effective, sustainable, and scalable solution for destinations:
- No printing costs
- Real-time updates
- Multilingual support
- Environmentally friendly
Ready to Make the Switch?
If you want to cut hidden printing expenses and modernize your visitor experience, Reveel is ready to help.
Try it out!
👉 https://open.reveel.guide/guidebook/018eadff-962e-7388-ba9a-5fb239009ff9
