4 Guest Messaging Trends Every Hotelier Should be Aware of
Traveler expectations are changing rapidly as digital and contactless forms of communication become more popular across the hospitality industry. Today's travelers expect to be able to check into their flights through mobile apps, buy train tickets online, and communicate with their accommodation providers through text. Read on to learn more about emerging trends related to guest messaging that are sure to change the industry as we know it. 4 Trends in Guest Messaging Below you
How to Make Effective Upselling Part of Your Hotel’s Culture?
In hospitality, you’re always trying to do just a little bit better, both in terms of the experience you offer guests and the revenue you generate. Implementing new ideas and making them part of your property’s culture can seem challenging. But with the right training, it’s easier than you may think. In this piece, you’ll learn how to use a modern approach to staff development to encourage your team to tap into new incremental revenue
What are the Pros and Cons of Outsourcing Hotel Revenue Management?
Question for Our Revenue Management Expert Panel: What are the advantages and disadvantages to outsourcing revenue management? Is there a difference depending on hotel / property type? Our Revenue Management Expert Panel Diego Fernández Pérez De Ponga - Director of Revenue Management, Palladium Hotel Group Dermot Hrlihy - Owner, Dynamic Hospitality Consulting Ricardo Sereno - Revenue Manager, Altis Hotels Dr. Betsy Stringam-Bender - Professor of Hotels & Resorts,
Tips to Optimize Your Hotel “Book Direct” Strategy With SEO and SEM
As core tactics in the digital marketing strategy toolbox, search engine optimization (SEO) and search engine marketing (SEM) are potent drivers of direct bookings. A carefully balanced mix of SEO and SEM will give your hotel “full-funnel” visibility, which means that guests will be exposed to your brand several times throughout the consideration journey. Increase Direct Bookings A successful “book direct” strategy requires a modern booking engine that’s easy to use. It encourages upsells, an
7 Hotel Revenue Management Myths Costing You Money
Every day, in conversations with hoteliers like you, we hear the same revenue beliefs pop up. Old habits and assumptions that quietly drain profits, cost bookings, and steal the hours you'd rather spend delighting guests. It's time to change that. In this article, you'll learn seven of the most common misconceptions in revenue management and how to replace them with better strategies to boost RevPAR, set rates with confidence, and win back time for what matters most. Myth 1: "Maximizing Occupancy Is Always the Goal" Reality: The real target is RevPAR (revenue per available room), not a full house at
How to Attract Different Segments Through a Diverse Distribution Strategy
With so many ways to reach potential guests, developing an effective distribution strategy is more important than ever. Leisure demand is slowing down after years of exponential growth post-pandemic, while other segments, namely international, corporate, and group travel, are starting to pick up again. For hotels seeking to increase their bookings and maximize their revenue, it is crucial to explore ways to capitalize on various market segments. 5 Most Common Market Segments and How to
A/B Testing: The Secret to Success on Your Hotel Website
Digital marketers should never underestimate the power of testing. It is invaluable for understanding diverse audiences and determining what changes can result in the best online performance. The Importance of A/B Testing When it comes to a hotel website, each and every adjustment made to the booking engine, ads, CTAs, landing page, and even images can be put to the test, and have the potential to improve the user experience. Hoteliers often face the challenge
Hotel Facilities: Everything You Should Know About Facilities in Hotels
The right hotel facilities can make or break a business. Hotel trends may change, but there are some essential facilities that each hotel must offer its guests. Well-chosen and well-managed hotel facilities are vital to your revenue and your hotel's reputation. In this article, you'll learn about the facilities and
Front Office Department in Hotel: Everything You Need to Know
The front office department in a hotel is at the core of the entire operation. The primary functions of the front office include reservations, checking in and out, handling of financial transactions (such as settling accounts or providing currency exchange), fielding customer inquiries, arranging guest services, and more. In this
Hotel Breakfast: Types, Overview & Tips to Impress Your Guests
Hotel breakfasts are a great way for guests to start the day and help your hotel stand out from the crowd. A delicious breakfast with varied options can create a good impression that will stay with your visitors. This article gives you an overview of hotel breakfast possibilities and how