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The Myopic Pursuit of Channel ROAS: How to Avoid this Hotel Industry Pitfall

In the ever-evolving landscape of digital marketing, the hotel industry finds itself at a crossroads. While embracing the digital revolution, many hoteliers have fallen into a trap that threatens to undermine their marketing efforts; an obsessive focus on individual channel return on ad spend (ROAS). This fixation, while seemingly logical, is creating a significant disconnect in the industry's approach to customer acquisition and retention, ultimately hampering growth and missing opportunities for deeper customer engagement. The

The Digital Concierge: How Technology Helps Hotels Add a Human Touch

For modern hotels, balancing digital tools and human interaction is key to delivering exceptional guest experiences. In this article, you’ll explore how automation frees staff to make meaningful connections, while powering personalized offers that drive guest satisfaction and ancillary revenue. You’ll learn how to use technology to boost efficiency, build stronger relationships, and turn every guest interaction into an opportunity for revenue growth. Balancing Technology and the Human Touch in Modern Hospitality It’s no secret

The Differences between Hotels and Service Apartments Explained

What is the difference between hotel and service apartment properties? These two types of lodging are similar but still quite distinct from each other, to the point where they deserve some extra attention. The difference between a service apartment and a hotel is important for both hoteliers and guests alike as it sets goals and expectations. You know what to expect when the distinctions are plainly laid out. In this article, you’ll learn exactly what

What is Glamping? Glamping vs. Camping Explained!

The popularity of glamping has grown rapidly in recent years, but what is glamping, and how does it resemble (and differ) from conventional camping? Essentially, it is a more glamorous or luxurious form of the same activity. Glamping has become an important part of the travel industry, catering for people who want outdoor experiences, but with some extra conveniences. This may include kitchen and bathroom facilities, mattresses and electricity. In this article, you will find

Airbnb Fees and Their Impact on Your Hotel’s Competitive Strategy

Airbnb fees have gone from a novelty to one of the most important discussions within the hospitality industry. Airbnb has proven itself to be a notable competitor to the standard hotel model. The associated fees for using the Airbnb service, for both hosts and guests alike, aren't always so readily apparent. Understanding how Airbnb's revenue system works and how to leverage it properly is a fundamental step in gaining competitive advantages. The better you can work with the system, the more competitive your pricing. In this article, you'll learn about the different forms of Airbnb fees, guests' perception of them,

Advice We Would Give To Our Younger Hospitality Selves

Question for Our Revenue Management Expert Panel: Knowing what you know now (experience in hospitality, revenue management, life & skills, etc.), what advice would you give to your younger self on entering the workforce for the first time? Our Revenue Management Expert Panel Pablo Torres - Hotel Consultant Dermot Herlihy - Owner, Dynamic Hospitality Consulting Tamie Matthews - Sales & Marketing Consultant, RevenYou Connor Vanderholm - CEO, Topline

Revenue Management Trends: Latest Developments of 2025

A significant part of getting the most out of a hotel revenue management strategy involves keeping up with the latest revenue management trends and implementing associated strategies while investing in relevant technology. In this article, you can learn all about the latest revenue management developments in 2025 to stay ahead of the game. Table of Contents: Understanding the Basics of Revenue Management Keep Up to Date With the Latest Revenue Management Trends 24 Revenue Management

Hospitality Staffing: How to Hire the Best Hospitality Employees!

Managing your hospitality staffing needs is a crucial part of effective management, but how do you actually go about hiring the best employees? In this article, you can gain some useful advice on how to optimize your recruitment process. Along the way, you will also find a breakdown of the

How an RMS Sets You Up for Success in Low Season

For seasonal properties, the low season isn’t just downtime—it’s the perfect opportunity to prepare for future success. Implementing a Revenue Management Solution (RMS) during this period allows you to maximize revenue and hit the ground running when guests start booking again. Here’s how. What Is an RMS and Why Does

Data Collection Tips for Delivering Personalised Guest Experiences

Question for Our Hotel Marketing Expert Panel What are the top tips and best practices for hotels to collect data in order to deliver personalised guest experiences? How can hotels handle data privacy? (Question by Michael J. Goldrich)  Our Marketing Expert Panel Michael

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