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Aggressive OTA Pricing Strategies Affect Independent Hotels

When comparing the hotel direct rate to best available OTA offer, we see in 75% of cases at least one OTA displays a lower price than brand website

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From Jack of All Trades to Master of Hotel Direct Bookings

Hotels must focus on refining their strategy for direct bookings with specialized tools that align with the needs of today’s travelers

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Is There Nothing Hotels Can Do About Rate Parity?

Hospitality may see radical sweeping changes with respect to rate parity with some countries already banning OTAs from using rate parity agreements

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Co-Existence: The OTA Led Defence Against an AI Takeover

Does the advent of AI agents signal the beginning of the end for third-party bookings, or are we simply entering a new phase in the OTA relationship

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2026 Availability: Why It Pays To Open Early (Risk-Free)

In reality, opening your 2026 availability as early as spring 2025 can give you a powerful competitive advantage – if done correctly

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Booking.com Review Guideline to Managing Hotel Guest Feedback

Let’s explore why review insights for hotels matter, how to optimize your Booking.com presence and key tips for feedback management

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How to Disintermediate from OTAs: 4 Basic Strategies

So, disintermediation means breaking free, at least in part, from the tight conditions imposed by OTAs. But what are the actual benefits?

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10 Ways Hotels Can Increase Direct Bookings

As the landscape continues to evolve, hotels must prioritize their digital presence and optimize their strategies for direct bookings

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Why Include OTAs in Your Hotel Revenue Management Strategy?

Whatever the thoughts on OTAs, now is the time to consider how they can impact your hotel and make them an ally in your revenue management strategy

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Stop OTAs Holding You Hostage: Reclaim Direct Bookings and Profit

No matter how much I want to support the hotel or avoid fees, I’ll reluctantly revert to OTAs if the process is too confusing or the price is out of line

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