How hotels can skip OTA pre-authorizations and go direct
eHotelier
DECEMBER 1, 2022
Many hoteliers don’t fully understand the importance of pre-authorizations in their overall revenue management strategy, here's what you need to know.
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Infor and Sertifi partner to make card authorizations faster, more secure for hotels
eHotelier
JULY 9, 2023
Sertifi, developers of a complete agreements platform used by over 17,500 hospitality, event, and travel companies, and Infor, developers of integrated and scalable hospitality solutions, today announced their integrated credit card authorization offering.
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IHG Hotels and Resorts signs MOU with the Saudi Tourism Authority to accelerate growth of tourism
eHotelier
MAY 8, 2023
IHG® Hotels & Resorts, one of the world’s leading hotel companies with more than 6,000 hotels, across 18 distinct brands, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Saudi Tourism Authority (STA) at the Arabian Travel Market 2023.
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NOVEMBER 15, 2023
Kitts Tourism Authority website. Tambourine, the digital marketing technology company serving hotels, resorts, and tourism destinations worldwide, is delighted to announce the successful launch of the new St.
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Travelodge targets local authorities for regeneration opportunities
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MARCH 27, 2023
Travelodge is writing to 220 local authorities to propose a joint development partnership that can act as a “catalyst to stimulate regeneration and facilitate further growth”. This is why we are today writing to 220 local authorities to offer our support, as we can make a real difference.
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JULY 3, 2023
Leadership styles have evolved over time, and one approach that stands out is the concept of delegating authority. If you delegate authority, you create leaders." This quote encapsulates the transformative power of empowering individuals with authority.
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UKH urges local authorities to support hospitality ahead of elections
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APRIL 27, 2023
Ahead of the local elections, UKHospitality is urging local authorities to back the hospitality sector, which is capable of delivering economic growth, drive employment and revive communities.
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IHG® signs MOU with the Saudi Tourism Authority
Hospitality Net
MAY 2, 2023
IHG® Hotels & Resorts, one of the world’s leading hotel companies with more than 6,000 hotels, across 18 distinct brands, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Saudi Tourism Authority (STA) at the Arabian Travel Market 2023.
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How To Increase Hotel Revenue With Easy Pre-Authorizations
Revfine
NOVEMBER 24, 2022
While hoteliers know credit card pre-authorization, many don't incorporate it into their reservation policies. Either way, ignoring the impact of well-managed pre-authorizations on your hotel's revenue is a mistake. Flexibility for Guests and Guarantees for Hoteliers Pre-authorizations are a temporary hold of a specified monetary.
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Bermuda Will Finally Drop Its Travel Authorization
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NOVEMBER 5, 2022
Bermuda removes the need to apply for the $40 travel authorization form, replacing it with the free Arrival card. The post Bermuda Will Finally Drop Its Travel Authorization appeared first on Cruise Hive.
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AUGUST 29, 2023
Hotel software solutions provider P3 is being credited for transforming the booking process for Rottnest Island Authority, after developing a customized booking engine that effectively addresses the authority’s diverse range of accommodations and guests.
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Direct Pre-Authorizations Can Boost Hotel Revenue Starting Today
Revenue Hub
NOVEMBER 23, 2022
Credit card pre-authorizations are essential to a hotel’s revenue management strategy. So why do so many hotels neglect to control pre-authorizations when the tools exist to make it convenient, efficient, and secure? What is a Pre-Authorization? For clarity’s sake, let’s address what we mean by a credit card pre-authorization.
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IHG Partners with China UnionPay, pioneering a new era of digital payments in the hotel industry
eHotelier
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The HTA is supporting the state’s Signature Events and Community Enrichment programs.
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