technology
Hotel Consortia Programmes: How, Why and at What Cost?
Facing visibility problems on the Global Distribution System (GDS) is not uncommon. You can change this by partnering with the right consortia and getting the most out of your GDS […]
If You List It They Will Come: A Hotelier’s Guide to Google My Business
Most people planning a vacation start with a Google search. That’s why you work so hard to optimize your search results placement with SEO strategies. And you should. NB: This […]
Device Trends: How Is Your Guest Booking?
From claims that it is “the most dominant device,” to being “great for website visitors, but not buyers,” there’s no denying that everyone’s talking about mobile when it comes to […]
10 Essentials of a Killer Hotel Website
What is the most important technology in your hotel? While many would say it’s the PMS or CRS, your direct hotel website is a vital, revenue-generating platform hub that is […]
3 Best Practices to Increase GDS Revenue Starting Today
Global Distribution Systems (GDS) are used by Travel Agents (TAs) and Online Travel Agencies (OTAs) to book hotels, offering real-time availability of rooms, rates, and dates. But getting the most […]
Hotel Budget Season: Don’t Forget To Include Technology
It’s that time of year again – hotel budget planning season. While it may not be the most exciting or festive of seasons, a hotel’s business, or any business, cannot […]
How Artificial Intelligence Is Revolutionizing The Travel Industry
Artificial intelligence (AI) now infiltrates every element of the travel process. Today, website chatbots, personalized search platforms, and in-room virtual assistants are being deployed to improve customer engagement, boost conversion […]
How To Choose The Right CRM For Your Hotel?
Regardless of your CRM goals, the starting point is, and always will be, a database containing information on your contacts. This database needs to be intelligently segmented and filterable so […]
Shifting Away From The PMS As The Data Warehouse
Traditionally, the PMS has been considered the primary hub of hotel operations. But as data management becomes more complex, the limitations of the PMS, as this primary hub, are becoming […]
Top High-end Travel Apps Used by Affluent Chinese Travelers
More Chinese are traveling, and the more affluent travelers are taking it a step further by booking trips on mobile more frequently. This class of Chinese traveler is not only […]
