4 Reasons why Contactless Payments are Becoming Popular Within the Travel Industry
It only stands to reason that the travel industry needs to evolve in line with the technology needs of its customers. Since the corona pandemic, customers have been more careful about touching public devices, creating new needs. One area of interest involves how travelers can now pay for a reservation or other services. Let us look at why physical payments are now being largely replaced by contactless payments and the benefits these methods can offer.
Optimising Extended-Stay Hotel Revenue
Pricing of extended-stay hotels and serviced apartments, also known as ‘aparthotels,’ has traditionally been a challenge for revenue managers as rates can vary drastically depending on the length of stay a guest seeks. However, it is vital that hotel groups enhance their approach to pricing for this sector, given the revenue opportunities it presents, especially as long-stay traveller demand ramps back up in 2021. Unique Business Model = Unique Business Challenges Extended-stay hotel rooms differ
The Year of The Eco-Conscious Hotelier!
No one can be blamed for prioritising the survival of their business in the past year, which was challenging to a degree no one could have expected. As hospitality gears up to welcome guests again, it's clear that some priorities have shifted permanently. However, there are many, like the journey towards environmentally responsible tourism, that will undoubtedly return as matters of urgency. Plans for a More Sustainable Future Before the pandemic, the travel industry as
Tips to Highlight Safety in Marketing & Guest Communication in Travel
Due to the COVID outbreak, the travel industry has been placed under an immense amount of pressure. This is the very same reason why travel and tourism professionals have needed to place a much greater emphasis on the concept of safety. How can such an approach be used with your ongoing marketing campaigns and guest communication? We provide tips on how to highlight safety in your messaging which responds to your customers' new COVID safety
10 Best Hotel Booking Apps to Maximize Revenue and Visibility
Hotel booking apps have become a necessity in today's digitally driven market. The apps pose some unique challenges for hoteliers. However, the advantages dwarf these initial speed bumps. Apps make it easier for potential guests to find you and lock in their reservations. Likewise, visibility within the digital ecosystem gives you a significant competitive advantage. The benefits will continue to grow as mobile booking further dominates the industry. In this article, you'll learn about the best mobile apps for your unique distribution mix and how to create a solid implementation strategy to increase revenue and overall success. Table of Contents:
5 Hotel Management Software Solutions Every Hotel Needs
For hotel owners, revenue management is incredibly important. It involves selling the right room at the right time and price to the right customer via the right distribution channel to maximize business results. To assist with this, many hotels use hotel management software packages. In this article, you will find the five most important software solutions within the hospitality industry. Hotel Management Software Solutions Essentially, a hotel management software solution is any software that can
Google Hotel Ads Guide – How Hotels Increase Bookings With Google
Intelligent use of the Google Hotel Ads platform can significantly enhance any hotel marketing strategy, providing much-needed visibility within Google search engine results pages and other services, such as Google Maps. In this article, you will learn more about Google Hotel Ads, how it works, why it is so beneficial, and how it differs from other services, such as online travel agencies and the main Google Ads platform. Table of Contents: What Are Google Hotel
Metaverse Travel: How the Metaverse Will Change the Travel Industry
Metaverse travel could revolutionize the way that people engage with the travel industry. Picture a scenario where you can explore a hotel in virtual reality (VR) while you sit in your home on the other side of the world. By creating three-dimensional models of real locations, metaverse travel will create
Hotel Packages: Tips to Optimize the Use of Hotel Package Deals
Hotel packages are helpful for hotels and their guests because they bundle a hotel room with other products or services that may interest them. For hotels, this provides upselling potential, while for guests, it means an improved guest experience and, often, greater value for money. In this article, you can
Tips for Calculating Demand and Price for Events without Historical Data
Question for Our Revenue Management Expert Panel: How do you calculate demand and room price for unique events that are new to your area (e.g., major concerts, Olympic Games, World Cup, etc.) without having historical data to refer to? (Question by Massimiliano Terzulli)Â