hotels
The Front Office Manager’s guide to hotel CRM
The front office of a hotel works in real-time with every guest. Unlike marketing, who focus on engaging with guests before and after their stay, the front desk must ensure […]
Three Thoughts on the Emergence of Airbnb as an OTA
As new lodging options emerge, specifically alternative accommodations such as Airbnb, the hospitality industry must evolve to the changing landscape. NB: This is an article from Rainmaker We’ve kept track […]
Are TripAdvisor’s Sponsored Placements a good idea?
TripAdvisor has announced its official launch of Sponsored Placements, a new form of advertising on the site which will allow paying hotels to appear at the top of a user’s […]
F&B Management Strategies That Help Drive Revenue
When successfully managed, on-site food and beverage venues and offerings can drive significant revenue for hotels in the right markets. However, it’s important that properties establish and sustain high-quality standards […]
Reasons why your property should be on twitter
It may seem like a whole lot of work for uncertain gains but with 330 million monthly active users, do you really want to ignore this platform? Here are top […]
10 Steps to Omnichannel Success
Regardless of the size of your business, personalized strategic marketing programs have become a “must have.” Consumers own and use multiple devices and require multiple touch points with your business […]
Why Choose a Science-Based RM System Over Rules-Based
We have all been there: you, sitting at the table with the rest of your Executive team, going through a demonstration and sales pitch of a revenue management system. NB: […]
Google Hotel Ads – Everything You Need to Know
Where do most travelers begin planning their trips? Is it on Booking.com, Expedia or TripAdvisor? Not likely. Think about your own web activity. Most of us start our initial research […]
The $28 billion ancillary revenue opportunity for hotels
Ancillary bookings represent a significant opportunity for hotels to add revenue while increasing guest engagement. The airline industry adopted the practice of cross-selling and up-selling trip extras more than a […]
Dreaming to Booking Part V: Capitalize on the Experiencing Phase
So, you’ve won the booking. What’s next? Travelers are filled with anticipation and excitement for their upcoming trip, and now your hotel brand must deliver the best experience possible. While […]
