distribution
The GDS = Good, Darn Sense
Today, hoteliers spend most of their time trying to ‘beat the OTAs’ by focusing primarily on increasing their direct bookings; that’s a fantastic tactic BUT it’s not the only one […]
The State of Hospitality Distribution Report: Metasearch
Metasearch Is critical to the travel research process now finds new report, with 94% of travelers reporting that they use metasearch when booking hotels and 73% doing so regularly NB: […]
Best Practices for Managing Hotel Distribution Costs
Distribution costs have been steadily rising over the past several years, driven by the increasing market share of online travel agencies (OTAs). NB: This is an article from Rainmaker In […]
3 Steps to Navigating the Challenge of Hotel Rate Parity
As a distribution manager, does rate parity fall into your “very hard to deal with” basket? If it does, you’re not alone. NB: This is an article from OTA Insight […]
Best Practices for Managing Hotel Distribution Channels
While OTAs may seem like competition, they are, in fact, important distribution channels that move hotel room inventory and increase the hotel’s visibility in the market. NB: This is an […]
Here’s How to Plan The Best Channels Mix For Your B&B
It’s hard to believe, but 2019 is not that far away. It’s time to start thinking about the new year at your B&B and to determine how you will spend […]
Do You Know What Your Distribution Channels Cost?
Many hotels are not as focused as they should be on their channel costs. In fact, a report by the Hotel Electronic Distribution Network Association (HEDNA) revealed that just 65 […]
The End of Hotel Metasearch As We Know It
Price comparison engines, better known as metasearch engines or simply metasearch, have been around since 1995. Remember websites like BargainFinder, NetBot and Nextag? NB: This is an article from hebs […]
My Top 5 Revenue Predictions for 2019
As we settle in to the final quarter of 2018 and with 2019 budgets signed off and firmly behind us (hopefully!) what can we expect in 2019. NB: This is […]
B&B Management Basics: What is a Channel Manager?
Nope, it’s not the remote control for the TV. NB: This is an article from Little Hotelier A channel manager is a tool that you can use to steadily increase […]
