metasearch

The Role of Hotel Metasearch in Travel Marketing

Hotels can harness the power of hotel metasearch to not only increase visibility but also drive direct bookings and long-term success

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The Tricky World of Metasearch: trivago’s Balancing Act

trivago, the under-pressure metasearch has been trying out a new way of displaying search results, which could obscure direct hotel prices

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Symbiotic Relationship of Revenue Management and Metasearch

The symbiotic relationship between revenue management and metasearch is where the magic happens. Here’s how they complement each other

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How to Manage Your Marketing Budget Effectively

Managing a marketing budget effectively on Google and Meta requires a nuanced approach taking seasonality, lead times, and room availability into account

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Red Flags to Watch for When Running Hotel Metasearch Campaigns

By recognizing and addressing these metasearch red flags, hotel marketers can avoid common pitfalls and ensure their campaigns are impactful

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CPC or CPA on Metasearch: Which One Is Right For You?

For those running metasearch on a CPA model, the deadline to find a new way to access metasearch is approaching, and fast

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TripAdvisor Advertising for Hotels and Is It Worth It?

There’s no questioning the popularity and power of TripAdvisor. Attracting 400M+ unique visitors each month, it is one of the most popular destinations

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Booking Designated “Gatekeeper”; a New Era for European Hotels

The EC’s decision empowers hotels to connect with the right guests, drive guests to book direct, and grow loyalty and revenue with each guest

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Who Are The Winners and Losers of Google’s DMA Implementation?

Whatever the final figure, it seems very likely that the DMA has actually benefited the major OTAs rather than the hotel industry.

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What Factors Affect the Results of Your Metasearch Campaigns? (Pt2)

You now have the full picture for diagnosing how good your metasearch strategy is, and what you have to do to maximize your results.

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