eHotelier

MARCH 4, 2024

Travel Outlook, the premier hotel call center™ is pleased to announce a strategic partnership with OTA Savings by x·quic™, the leading provider of AI-powered online travel agent (OTA) reconciliation.

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Revenue Hub

OCTOBER 6, 2023

NB: This is an article from Revinate Ever since the introduction of online travel agencies (OTAs) in the ‘90s, hoteliers have struggled to achieve the optimal distribution mix between OTAs and hotel direct bookings. The state of OTAs and direct bookings The pandemic transformed the booking behavior of today’s travelers.

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Boutique Hotel News

MARCH 6, 2023

Worldwide: Cloud-based business intelligence company OTA Insight has launched Rate Insight+, a commercial tool which combines hotel and short-term rental data into one platform. Rate Insight+ will now provide hoteliers with a consolidated overview of short-term rental and hotel pricing in a singular platform.

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Revenue Hub

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

In today’s digital age, Online Travel Agencies, or OTAs, play a significant role in the hotel industry. NB: This is an article from Topline Revenue Management , one of our Expert Partners Understanding their impact on hotel revenue management is essential for success. Diversify OTA Partnerships Don’t rely solely on one OTA.

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Hospitality Net

JANUARY 25, 2024

The battle for direct bookings has entered a new phase as online travel agents (OTAs) ramp up efforts to establish ownership of hotel guests and their booking journeys, a new report from hospitality technology specialist SHR Group reveals1.

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Revenue Hub

MAY 16, 2023

The hospitality industry has experienced significant transformations in recent years, particularly in the way hotel bookings are made. As a hotelier, understanding the pros and cons of both hotel direct bookings and hotel bookings from OTAs is crucial for developing an effective revenue management strategy.

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Soft Inn

APRIL 22, 2024

Online Travel Agencies (OTAs) serve as popular platforms for travelers seeking package deals, accommodations, flights, tours, and various travel services. Yet, while OTAs offer extensive reach, they come with the drawback of commission payments on each booking.

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Hospitality Net

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

While online travel agencies and hotels are both in the business of marketing the same hotel rooms, OTAs don’t have to do all the things that hotels do - like clean the rooms.

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eZee Absolute

SEPTEMBER 30, 2022

And there’s no hiding that Online Travel Agents (OTAs) are a major source for optimizing their online booking flow. It is observed that OTAs control approximately 2/3rd of all online bookings. But hoteliers often get muddled among various OTA platforms and miss out on the best ones. Top 10 OTAs to Drive Maximum Bookings.

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Revfine

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

Question for Our Revenue Management Expert Panel: What are the advantages of participating in special OTA deals? Question by Chaya Kowal) Our Revenue Management Expert Panel Connor Vanderholm - CEO, Topline The post Top Tips for Hotels Participating in Special OTA Deals appeared first on Revfine.com.

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Hospitality Net

JULY 4, 2023

AxisRooms, a leading hotel distribution technology provider, finished integrating its Channel Manager with six Hotel Property Management Systems (Hotel PMSs) and four Online Travel Agencies (OTAs) last month. With these new integrations, AxisRooms aims to boost the connectivity reach of its Channel Manager solution.

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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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Lodging Magazine

APRIL 17, 2023

The media is doing our job for us right now. […] The post MCR’s Morse Urges Hotel Owners To Push Rate, Cut Out OTAs appeared first on LODGING Magazine. Morse, who is CEO of MCR—one of the largest owner/operators in the U.S. lodging industry—began by imploring hoteliers to push rate. You should raise your rates.

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Revenue Hub

APRIL 12, 2023

Online travel agencies are taking back some of the distribution market share they lost to hotel chains during the years leading up to the pandemic, as companies such as Expedia Group and Priceline parent Booking Holdings have ramped up marketing investment and product improvements to sell more room nights to prospective U.S. lodging guests.

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PhocusWire

APRIL 13, 2023

OTA Insight has delved into its data to find that hotel revenue managers can pick up early demand signals by looking at what’s happening in the rentals market.

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Revfine

JULY 12, 2023

Question for Our Revenue Management Expert Panel: When reviewing the number of direct website bookings Vs OTA bookings, have you seen any difference in this breakdown post-Covid? Has there been a shift in B2B and B2C?

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Revfine

SEPTEMBER 19, 2022

Online travel agencies (OTAs) have become a pivotal part of the hospitality industry, impacting the way properties market online and travelers do their research. Therefore, properties need to boost visibility across the internet on OTAs, metasearch sites, social media, and their direct website.

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InnQuest

OCTOBER 11, 2023

When it comes to planning a trip, choosing the right online travel agency (OTA) can make all the difference. In this blog, we’ll explore the top US-based OTAs of the year, helping you make an informed choice for your next adventure. Whether you’re planning a flight, hotel stay or car rental, Expedia has you covered.

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Hospitality Net

AUGUST 2, 2023

Denver, CO – OTA Insight, the global leader in cloud-based hospitality business intelligence, today released a comprehensive analysis highlighting the influence of Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour on hotel demand and pricing, both domestically and internationally.

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Hotel Management Network

APRIL 13, 2023

The post HotelKey and OTA Insight to enable hotels to automate pricing decisions appeared first on Hotel Management Network.

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Hotelogix

APRIL 18, 2024

Hotels never sleep, and at times neither do hoteliers. For instance, a business that has just started is focused on making money immediately whereas a more established hotel business with steady revenues would concentrate on its reputation. We used it to automate this rigmarole of updating inventories on OTAs.

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Revenue Hub

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

Standing out online can be challenging in the competitive world of online travel agencies (OTAs). With 75% of traffic on Expedia going to the first 15 hotels listed , improving your OTA conversion rate is crucial for your property’s ongoing profitability. However, these strategies are not straightforward.

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Boutique Hotel News

MARCH 20, 2023

US: Cloud-based hospitality business intelligence platform OTA Insight has announced the appointment of Vivek Bhogaraju as its chief operating officer (COO). Bhogaraju said: “I am thrilled to join OTA Insight and work alongside such a talented, driven and dedicated team.

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Boutique Hotel News

MARCH 20, 2023

US: Cloud-based hospitality business intelligence platform OTA Insight has announced the appointment of Vivek Bhogaraju as its chief operating officer (COO). Bhogaraju said: “I am thrilled to join OTA Insight and work alongside such a talented, driven and dedicated team.

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Revenue Hub

MARCH 4, 2024

If you work in hospitality, you are aware that one of the main challenges for hotels relies on reducing their dependency from Online Travel Agencies (OTAs). OTAs are offering guests the best of both worlds: lots of information about properties, pricing comparisons and real guests reviews. What is the impact of OTAs on hotels?

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Revenue Hub

APRIL 8, 2024

Hotel distribution resembles a game of musical chairs, with global mega brands and major OTAs claiming seats of power while smaller properties scramble for leverage. Online travel agencies now account for over 35% of hotel bookings globally. The cost of distribution via OTAs keeps rising.

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Hospitality Net

JULY 11, 2023

OTA Insight, the global leader in cloud-based business intelligence, today released its mid-year report on the state of global hotel pricing. The report provides a comprehensive overview of global hotel room rates in H1 2023, revealing industry trends and setting the stage for the remainder of the year.

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Soft Inn

MARCH 3, 2024

In this evolving era where technology is designed to help and simplify day-to-day life, the hotel industry has also undergone a lot of transformation. With the rise of Online Travel Agencies (OTAs) and the increasing demand for seamless booking experiences, hoteliers have started to recognize the value of prioritizing direct bookings.

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eHotelier

MAY 7, 2023

OTAs show “breakfast included” as a primary search filter for hotel guests. It’s not surprising that guests want to maximize their time and energy by enjoying breakfast within the hotel as it’s one less decision they. Did you know?

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InnQuest

JUNE 6, 2023

When it comes to the future of online travel agencies (OTAs) and their role in the hospitality industry, there are a few key trends and factors to consider. In this post, let us focus on the reasons that will point toward the predictions and trends that have impacted OTAs.

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InnQuest

JANUARY 23, 2023

Customers nowadays trust big names like Expedia, Booking.com, or Hotels.com more than an actual hotel website. Direct bookings are reservations made directly with the hotel rather than through a third-party online travel agency (OTA). What are the benefits of direct bookings for a hotel?

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PhocusWire

APRIL 13, 2022

OTA Insight and Kriya RevGen will form a business intelligence solution that delivers tailored insights for both hotel-level users and multi-property users.

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Hospitality Net

JUNE 20, 2023

OTA Insight, the global leader in cloud-based business intelligence, today announced Benchmark Insight, which will be available as a free beta solution globally.

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eHotelier

JUNE 15, 2023

In this White Paper, we take a look at the wider tech stack and examine why, it is, in many cases, ineffective in enabling hotels to access the power of Big Data and in turn, compete successfully against Online Travel Agents (OTAs).

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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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Soft Inn

JUNE 13, 2023

Running a hotel is heavy work. Putting your hotel on OTAs is always a great decision. One of the top OTA sites you can list your property on is Booking.com. You're probably always looking for new ways to increase bookings and promote your property.

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Revenue Hub

JULY 24, 2023

OTAs have transformed the way travelers book their accommodations. NB: This is an article from Directful However, for hotels, these bookings come with their own set of challenges, as OTAs have a profound impact on the revenue of hotels.

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