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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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Perplexity AI Introduces New Hotel Search Agent

Platforms like Perplexity, particularly as they develop agentic capabilities, might be the start of a transformation in how travelers find and book hotels

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Google Introduces Travel Tool Updates incl. Hotel Price Tracking

One standout addition is a hotel price tracking tool, similar to Google Flights, which helps users monitor price changes. This feature is launching globally

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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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How Hoteliers Can Optimise Their Top Website Landing Page

By strategically refining website landing pages, hotels can drive more direct bookings, improve user experience and stand out in a competitive marketplace

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Good Marketing Starts with Google Ads …. Said No One Ever

This article is to help property managers of all categories and sizes grow their direct booking channels, a job that typically falls on marketing

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Hotel Website Audits are Important … Even for Revenue Managers

A website audit isn’t just a maintenance chore; it’s a strategic necessity that directly impacts revenue. A set-it-and-forget-it approach doesn’t work

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The Future of Direct Bookings: AI-Powered Hotel Guest Messaging

AI powered hotel guest messaging is the trifecta of effortless communication, better guest experiences and more direct bookings

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Is OpenAI Operator the Death of Traditional Hotel Website Search?

Operator, is the next iteration of search. If left unchecked, it may accelerate a future where AI books rooms without guests ever visiting a hotel website

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Science Behind Hotel Distribution and How to Maximize Bookings

How can hotels strategically manage their distribution mix to ensure profitability while maintaining rate parity and minimizing commission costs?

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