distribution
5 factors propelling hotel distribution
Experts speaking the NYU International Hospitality Industry Investment Conference said technology is driving change for hotel distribution. Here are some of the top takeaways from the “Distribution Dilemma” panel at […]
Metasearch Players Kayak and TripAdvisor Testing New Interfaces
In a competitive space like metasearch, it’s no surprise to see the top players innovate and make changes to gain the most consumer share. Part of this involves consistently testing […]
British Airways, Lufthansa and a smell-the-coffee moment over distribution
It has taken two years, but two major global carriers have now started to put the squeeze on the old airline distribution model. Is it an attack by Lufthansa and British […]
Hotel Distribution & Online Reputation key to RevPAR Management
Think of a time when you want to buy something that you have been wanting for a long time. Did you do enough research and due diligence? Now that you […]
8 tips to get the best from your hotel’s channel manager
The ability of a hotel channel manager to pool inventory and automatically update availability across all distribution channels has been a blessing for hoteliers since its inception. NB: This is […]
Devil in Data Detail: Are your Distribution Agreements working?
There’s arguably no other four-lettered word that has made quicker-and more impactful-moves in the hospitality industry than “data” has. With the ascension of the Internet igniting a brisk evolution of […]
Managing Seasonal Market Changes to Ensure your Hotel Stays on Top
Seasonal changes can be tough to manage if you do not have a well thought out action plan. What we often see during the low season is hotels aggressively decreasing […]
Dear Google, lend the travel industry your ears, please
While Google is busy moving up the trip-planning funnel and perfecting the customer experience, there are questions the industry wants answering. ‘How do you get from Paris to Berlin?’ ‘What […]
5 Ways Revenue Management is Essential to Building Direct Bookings
Revenue management is fundamental to a well-run hotel. It’s the way hoteliers manage rates, inventory, and distribution in an effort to show the right room to the right guest at […]
Eight key takeaways to stay relevant in modern age of hospitality
The second WIT Hospitality conference took place on March 28 at Hotel ICON last week. The Silverbox Ballroom teemed with industry characters ranging from C-class executives to fresh-faced students only […]