❓ Frequently Asked Questions

We offer three subscription options based on your needs:

🟢 Free Basic Listing

Perfect for small shops or startups just looking to get on the map.
Includes:
• Cover image
• Short description
• Website URL
• Map location
• Youtube video link (if any)
• Category placements
• Appropriate Tags for filtering.
• Appears in general search results.
Note: No banner or ad placement included with this tier.

🟡 Premium Listing – $49/month

Great for growing businesses who want to stand out and drive more traffic.
Includes everything in Free, plus:
• Additional images and logo
• Extended description for your personal listing page
• Social media links
• Highlighted category placement
• Category banner ad (appears only within your selected categories)

🔴 Featured Listing – $199/month

Ideal for top destinations that want maximum exposure and a professional showcase.
Includes everything in Premium, plus:
• Featured badge (Featured listings will be displayed on the homepage.)
• Sitewide banner ad (visible across homepage and all categories)
• Top listing priority (appears first in search/category results)
• Extensive content support (link menus, brochures, etc.)
• Featured Blog and Article Inclusions

As a Featured Listing subscriber, your business will be included in special blog-style articles on QC.LocalDayTrips.com that highlight your select destination in your category or theme.

These exclusive articles are designed to boost your exposure through SEO, social media promotions, and homepage features. Examples include:

🍷 For Wineries & Distilleries

• You’ve Never Tasted Wine Like This: The Hidden Gem Vineyard 90 Minutes from the QC
• This Small-Town Distillery Is Pouring Big Flavors — And Tourists Are Taking Notice

🏞️ For Outdoor Attractions

• Quad Citizens Are Flocking to This Breathtaking Outdoor Spot — Here’s Why
• This Scenic Hideaway Is the Ultimate Day Trip You Didn’t Know You Needed

🏰 For Historic & Unique Museums

• Step Inside a Real Piece of History — This One Place Near the QC Has It All
• It’s Not Just a Museum — It’s a Full-Immersion Experience You’ll Never Forget

🛶 For Adventure & Activity Centers

• Your Next Adventure Awaits: The QC’s Best Kept Secret for Outdoor Fun
• Locals Say This Is the Most Fun You Can Have in a Day Near the Quad Cities

🧸 For Family-Friendly Attractions

• This Family Spot Has Kids Laughing for Hours — And Parents Too!
• Parents Swear by This Day Trip Destination for Stress-Free Family Fun

💕 For Romantic or Relaxing Escapes

• Looking for Romance Near the QC? This Dreamy Spot Is Just a Drive Away
• Unplug and Reconnect: The Most Romantic Getaway Less Than 2 Hours Away

These articles are promoted across the site, shared on social media, and optimized for search engines — driving more traffic, visibility, and trust for your brand.

Featured Listings are ideal for destinations seeking maximum reach, seasonal promotions, or premium showcase status.

Yes — all listings, including free ones, require payment processing for verification purposes.
Free listings will never be charged, but this helps us prevent spam and ensure the quality of our directory.

To update your listing, Scroll to the bottom of this page and find the Update Listing Form. Only fill in the fields included with your listing tier — anything beyond your tier won’t be added.

Listings are usually reviewed within 24 hours. You’ll receive an email once it’s live.

Yes! We operate on a month-to-month basis with no contracts.
To cancel, scroll to the bottom of this page and find the Cancel Subscription Form.

We do not offer refunds. If a subscription is not canceled before the next renewal period, it will renew automatically.
However, you can cancel at any time to avoid future charges.

We welcome any day-trip-worthy destination within 2.5 hours or less of the Quad Cities.
Listings must fit the spirit of our platform — fun, interesting, or unique spots people can enjoy in a single day.

We do not allow:

• Pornographic sites
• MLMs (multi-level marketing)
• Non-local services or irrelevant listings

We may allow adult-only listings if they are artistic, cultural, or fit the spirit of a unique daycation experience.

At this time, listing updates are handled manually through our update form at the bottom of this page.

However, you can still log into your account to view your existing listings.

No problem! Just scroll to the bottom of this page and send us a message through our Contact Us Form.

We’re here to help!

Effective Date: July 20, 2025

Welcome to QC.LocalDayTrips.com, a curated directory of local attractions, day-trip destinations, and businesses near the Quad Cities area. By using our site, you agree to the following terms:

1. Directory Purpose QC.LocalDayTrips.com is a public, informational platform designed to help users discover fun and family-friendly destinations in Iowa and Illinois. We do not operate or endorse the businesses listed unless explicitly stated.

2. Third-Party Listings All listings, images, logos, and descriptions are the property of their respective owners. QC.LocalDayTrips.com does not claim ownership over this content and provides listings solely for promotional or informational purposes.

3. Accuracy & Availability We make every effort to keep listings accurate and up to date, but we are not responsible for any incorrect information, business changes, closures, or service interruptions. We recommend verifying details directly with the destination before visiting.

4. User Submissions If you submit a listing, you confirm you have the legal right to share the content (text, images, etc.). QC.LocalDayTrips.com reserves the right to edit, hide, or remove any submission at our discretion.

5. Ownership & Trademarks LocalDayTrips™ is a trademark of Michael Elliott, DBA TechSupport4SmallBusiness.com. All other logos and trademarks belong to their respective owners.

6. Limitation of Liability QC.LocalDayTrips.com is not liable for any loss, injury, or damage resulting from the use of information on this site or visits to any listed location.

7. Contact To request a listing update or removal, use form below.

Effective Date: July 20, 2025

We respect your privacy. Here’s how we handle your data on QC.LocalDayTrips.com:

1. What We Collect We do not collect personal information unless you fill out a form, submit a listing, or contact us directly.

Information we may collect includes:

• Name and email (only if you submit a form)
• Business information (if submitting a listing)
• Anonymous analytics (via Google Analytics)

2. Cookies & Analytics We use standard cookies and Google Analytics to understand how people use our site. This helps us improve content and user experience. No personally identifiable information is collected through analytics.

3. Sharing of Data We do not sell, rent, or share your data with third parties, ever.
   Submitted listings are public by nature but can be edited or removed by request.

4. Embedded Content Some pages may display images or maps from third-party sources (like Google Maps or other tourism websites). These may track interactions per their own privacy policies.

5. Opt-Out & Data Removal You may request that your submitted listing be removed at any time. We honor all takedown or correction requests promptly. Please allow 24-48 hours.

6. Contact To request data removal or ask questions about privacy:
   📧 Use form below