Should hotels text their guests? Operators weigh in
Should hotels be texting guests? This question was posed multiple times during the 2017 HITEC conference in Toronto, with varying levels of acceptance from operators. One thing is certain: […]
7 data-driven themes for cracking the hotels customer experience
Sometimes executives make assumptions based on gut feel but should hotels start thinking more like tech companies to take back control? Love them or hate them – and yes hotels […]
Chinese OTAs open to new ways of distribution connectivity and integration
The recent decision of Emirates to make their offerings available for booking on their ‘store’ on Alitrip via an NDC API indicates the readiness of intermediaries in China to embrace […]
Seven ways to hone your Hotel PPC strategy
With summer arriving and ‘last minute holiday’ searches rising, now’s the time to start thinking about your PPC strategy. Most businesses, regardless of industry, will be subject to some level […]
Google Flight Search: a dead man walking?
Bobby Healy, one of Google’s most outspoken critics, shares his opinion on what the European Commission’s fine means for flight search, and argues that a dedicated travel industry council might […]
Key Drivers for Hotel and Resort Spa Profitability
Relaxation and a sense of wellbeing are at the heart of the spa and wellness market. Hence, it’s no wonder that hotels, resorts, and spas have begun to reorganize their […]
Prospecting Campaigns: The Modern Billboard for Hotels
What are the best types of online campaigns for your hotel to run? Confusion abounds on this topic. Many hotels have questions about which types of campaigns are best, what […]
Why travel brands should be investing in chat bots, now
It is common in the consumer marketing world to engage with customers where they pass their time, spend their money and focus their attention. This often involves employing a team […]
Who should own customer reviews in your organisation?
Research studies show the importance of reviews and ratings on the path to purchase. Online customer reviews can have a major impact on the business of retailers and a host […]
Growing Importance of Hotel Online Reputation Management
“It takes a lifetime to build a good reputation, but you can lose it in a minute” – Will Rogers Well said, indeed! Earning a good reputation is certainly not […]
