Hotel Owner

MARCH 13, 2024

Here are a few effective ways to increase hotel direct bookings: Create a clear, simple and responsive direct booking website In the current landscape where most customers book accommodations online, it is crucial for hotels to possess an outstanding direct booking website.

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Revenue Hub

OCTOBER 12, 2023

Welcome, hoteliers and revenue managers, to our comprehensive guide on mastering the art of OTA relationships to unlock your hotel’s revenue potential. Understanding the OTA Landscape Researching OTAs: Start by identifying the major OTAs dominating your target market.

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Revenue Hub

JANUARY 12, 2023

Understanding the right mix of direct channels like your hotel’s website or call center, and indirect channels like online travel agencies (OTAs) and Global Distribution Systems (GDSs) as well as travel wholesalers and tour operators will make a huge difference on your hotel’s bottom line.

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Revenue Hub

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

In this concise guide, we’ll explore the fundamentals of hotel inventory management, providing you with valuable insights and strategies to optimize your hotel’s performance. Read rest of the article at innQuest The post A Concise Guide to Hotel Inventory Management appeared first on Revenue Hub. Let’s get started!

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Revenue Hub

OCTOBER 18, 2023

The digital landscape has transformed how travelers select their accommodations, with online reviews being a pivotal tool. Enhance Guest Relations : It’s a familiar problem among hoteliers – guests often hold back grievances during their stay but vent in online reviews. This spotlight can be a catalyst for enhancement.

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Revenue Hub

APRIL 28, 2023

Meanwhile, in Asia, where travel restrictions remained in place long after being lifted in other regions, ADR fell 9.9% Meanwhile, in Asia, where travel restrictions remained in place long after being lifted in other regions, ADR fell 9.9% However, there was one major exception: Asia. short of 2019 levels, RevPAR was down 31.2%

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SiteMinder

DECEMBER 3, 2023

Holiday bookings refer to the reservations made by individuals or groups for accommodation, travel, and other related services during their vacation period. Almost all survey participants in the US (92%) said using a travel professional, completely or somewhat, enhanced their holiday experience. Here’s what hoteliers need to know: 1.

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STAAH

OCTOBER 3, 2023

A Hotel Channel Manager plays a key role in streamlining online distribution. It serves as a centralized control hub, enabling hoteliers to effortlessly manage and optimize their room inventory, rates, and availability across various online booking channels. There are many channel managers on the market.

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eZee Absolute

DECEMBER 11, 2023

Now, imagine the chaos if you had to manually keep track of bookings, room availability, and rates across all the online platforms your hotel is listed on. Its primary job is to ensure that your rooms are available and up-to-date across various online platforms like Booking.com, Expedia, Agoda, and others. But fear not!

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Revenue Hub

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

When a property has a strong (positive) reputation, that reputation triggers online algorithms to showcase the property on the OTAs and other sales channels. Yet, what’s not obvious, are the common mistakes hoteliers make that virtually guarantee the property is “hidden” online. They use that data to guide decisions.

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STAAH

OCTOBER 24, 2023

With 60% of visitors to Online Travel Agencies (OTAs) eventually checking out your website, the opportunity to secure commission-free direct bookings is substantial. Cost Savings: OTAs are marketing powerhouses, but they come at a cost. What Makes an Internet Booking Engine So Precious? Driven by data.

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Hotel Owner

MARCH 15, 2023

In this comprehensive guide, we’ll cover the crucial steps to start your hotel business journey and achieve success. Consider demographics, travel habits, and preferences to tailor your offerings. Develop a Solid Business Plan A well-structured business plan is vital for securing funding and guiding your hotel’s growth.

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Hotel Owner

MARCH 15, 2023

In this comprehensive guide, we’ll explore the importance of RevPAR, how to calculate it, and effective strategies to optimize it for long-term success. The Importance of RevPAR RevPAR combines occupancy rates and average daily rates, offering a holistic view of a hotel’s financial performance.

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Revenue Hub

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

Beyond OTA Dependency: Cultivate Direct Bookings While online travel agencies (OTAs) play a significant role, don’t let them dominate your revenue strategy. Offer enticing upgrades such as premium amenities, spa packages, or even local guided tours.

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Revenue Hub

JULY 20, 2023

Subscribe to our weekly newsletter and stay up to date Instead, the top search engine results pages (SERPs) are filled with blog articles from publications like Forbes, CN Traveller, and Vogue. Now tell me, how many travelers are willing to click through five pages of search results on Google? on average. Few – if any at all.

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Revenue Hub

JANUARY 30, 2023

It serves as your online business card, a digital brochure, and a sales center that is always open. As a source of direct bookings, it even offers the opportunity to make your hotel a little less dependent on Online Travel Agencies (OTAs). Here are five things to keep in mind. But be careful! Don’t overdo it.

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InnQuest

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

In this concise guide, we’ll explore the fundamentals of hotel inventory management, providing you with valuable insights and strategies to optimize your hotel’s performance. Managing your hotel’s inventory efficiently can significantly impact your bottom line, guest satisfaction and overall operational effectiveness.

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Revenue Hub

APRIL 11, 2023

Front desk staff needs to befriend the guests and ask polite questions about why they travel to the destination, where they come from, what they need, notice demographics, and register everything in the hotel PMS. In the 1990ties, online travel agents were born and grew rapidly when the Internet became helpful for ordinary people.

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Revenue Hub

AUGUST 2, 2023

This model has historically proven invaluable, offering marketers a balanced and practical guide to strategizing and implementation. In this era of online travel agencies (OTAs), review websites and AI-powered recommendations; hotels must understand the modern interpretation of the 4Ps.

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Revenue Hub

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

Nowadays, tools like channel managers or OTA (Online Travel Agency) platforms can instantly provide these insights. However, always compare OTA data with other booking channels for a complete picture. Discover what a booking window is and how it can help you secure more bookings for your hotel or lodging facility.

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Hotelogix

OCTOBER 18, 2023

In this comprehensive guide, we delve into what a hotel reservation system entails and highlight its pivotal role in modern hotel businesses' success. It's a comprehensive solution that empowers your hotel to optimize operations, deliver exceptional guest experiences, and thrive in a competitive industry. 

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Revenue Hub

JUNE 21, 2023

As the summer season rapidly approaches, hotels around the world are gearing up to welcome eager travelers in search of a blissful escape. Subscribe to our weekly newsletter and stay up to date Ignite the Spark: A Captivating Homepage The homepage is the gateway to your hotel’s digital realm, where the magic begins.

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Revenue Hub

APRIL 17, 2024

In the 90s and 2000s, Online Travel Agencies (OTAs) forced hotels to adapt once again. In the 1960s, Global Distribution Systems (GDS) revolutionized the hotel industry. Now, Artificial Intelligence (AI) is set to transform the way hotels manage revenue and stay competitive. was created to perform human tasks faster.

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Xotels

AUGUST 15, 2022

Read through our step-by-step guide explaining how to get ready for 2023 with our hotel management company´s best hotel budgeting practices. No time to lose, next year is almost here. And a good plan isn’t made overnight. How far are you with your targets, budget, and plan of attack for next year? What methodology are you using?

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eZee Absolute

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

Ever felt like your charming hotel is hidden in the digital jungle, lost amongst a million other options online? If the idea of integrating metasearch marketing sounds a bit like rocket science, fear not – this blog is here to be your trusty guide. But bookings just don’t quite roar the way you’d like them to.

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Revenue Hub

JULY 11, 2023

Advanced Market Segmentation Market segmentation involves dividing your customer base into distinct groups based on various factors such as purpose of travel (business, leisure), booking channel (OTAs, direct), and guest demographics (families, solo travellers).

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Les Roches

OCTOBER 27, 2023

If you want a career in hotel management , you’ll need to be familiar with many aspects of overseeing a hospitality venue, including hotel pricing strategy. You might think this is a simple case of aiming to sell a room for as much as possible. Of course, when the product is a hotel room, there are many elements to consider.

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eZee Absolute

AUGUST 10, 2023

Here’s an example to help you understand better— A traveller, looking for a pet-friendly property on a weekend. Here’s an example to help you understand better— A traveller, looking for a pet-friendly property on a weekend. He browses online, every day, at a particular time (between 12:30 to 1 PM) but is unable to make a decision.

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eZee Absolute

NOVEMBER 29, 2022

And in this article, I will help you with a complete guide that covers all the stages of running a perfect homestay business. In the past, only young and experienced travelers were choosing homestays over hotels or other accommodation businesses. Homestays are indisputable means to cater to the growing demands of travelers.

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Revenue Hub

OCTOBER 10, 2023

A few of the options include Demand 360, OTA Insight and most importantly our own Property or Brand Revenue Management systems and everything in between. A few of the options include Demand 360, OTA Insight and most importantly our own Property or Brand Revenue Management systems and everything in between.

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InnQuest

AUGUST 15, 2023

The hospitality industry is experiencing a constant surge in online hotel bookings in today’s fast-paced and interconnected world. Each OTA has its own system, interface and requirements for updating room availability, rates and reservations. – What Other Systems Can You Use With A Channel Manager At Your Hotel?

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Xotels

APRIL 3, 2024

Start increasing your revenue today by reading our all-in-one ultimate guide on what is revenue management from our expert perspective as a hotel revenue management consulting company. Channel Management: Effectively manage online and offline distribution channels to reach the right audience and convert the right (high-value) reservations.

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SiteMinder

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

What are online bookings in the hotel industry? Online bookings are the lifeblood of the modern hotel industry. This seamless process is powered by sophisticated yet user-friendly online booking systems, hotel websites, and online travel agencies (OTAs). Why are online hotel bookings important?

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Les Roches

OCTOBER 30, 2023

The hotel industry History of the hotel industry The origins of the hotel industry can be traced back many centuries when inns and lodgings provided shelter and food to travelers. What is a smart hotel? Enhanced security: Fingerprint and facial recognition can help guests feel more secure.

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Revenue Hub

JANUARY 11, 2024

Traveler behavior has changed in recent years faster than we can anticipate. Subscribe to our weekly newsletter and stay up to date Leaders in hospitality have to be ready for this seismic shift in traveler behavior that affects everything from demand and distribution patterns to destinations and length of stay.

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SiteMinder

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

HotelsCombined is a hotel metasearch engine that aggregates hotel prices and availability from numerous online travel agencies (OTAs), hotel chains, and independent hotels, presenting users with a comprehensive overview of their options. Learn more HotelsCombined reviews: Is it legit?

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SiteMinder

JUNE 29, 2023

What is an OTA channel manager? An OTA channel manager is a tool used to manage online travel agents (OTAs) in a single platform. The OTA channel manager syncs your hotel prices and availability across your property management system (PMS) and all connected OTA channels such as Booking.com, Expedia, and Airbnb.

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