
Marketing’s New Rules: What Old-Schoolers Are Getting Wrong
The ability to market to new generations is akin to speaking an entirely new language. The nuance is huge, and so are the stakes. The reality is this: most businesses, including those in the hospitality and travel industry, are still tied to old-school playbooks. Thus, they are struggling mightily to gain relevance with today's customer segments around more authenticity, urgency, and timeliness. What worked in the age of radio jingles and static billboards may falter in a world of TikTok challenges and AI-driven personalization. So, what are we old-schoolers doing wrong? And how are new-age strategies capturing hearts and minds?
Restaurant Ordering System: Tips for Restaurateurs When Choosing One
Your restaurant ordering system is one of the most important pieces of technology you will ever invest in, which means it is essential to make the right decision. In this article, you can read some useful tips that will make this process easier and allow you to find the best ordering system for your business. Table of Contents: The Restaurant Industry: A Brief Overview What is a Restaurant Ordering System? Why is a Restaurant Ordering
Top Tactics to Drive Direct Bookings at Your Hotel
The last few years have seen major shifts within the hospitality industry. Along with the uneven demand and staffing challenges caused by the pandemic, there was one significant upside – a shift in confidence that saw guests book directly through the hotel vs. relying on OTA websites to find the best deal. As the industry continues to recover, some of those booking perks disappeared, and there’s been another shift as many guests once again feel
4 Expert Tips to Select the Right Chatbot for Your Hotel
From a look and feel-perspective, all chatbots look similar. However, some will deliver excellent service to your guests; others will generate frustration. If you want to make the right choice for your hotel or group, look for these essential decision criteria. This article provides four tips to help you choose
Hotel Channel Manager: No. 1 Guide to Hotel Channel Management!
Most hotels use a combination of different distribution channels in order to sell their hotel rooms. However, while a wider spread can assist you in optimising demand, it can also complicate managing these different channels. This is why investing in a hotel channel manager is important and in this article,
Hotel Success Story: How Upsell Expands Guest Satisfaction & Revenue
While hoteliers, in general, are becoming well-versed in the multiple benefits of digital upselling, it’s interesting to note how individual hotels find unique ways of using upselling to boost their business. In this article, Hotel Van der Valk explains what the benefit is of digital upselling and you can download