Hotel Website Design & User Experience (UX) Trends for 2023
We are increasingly living in a digital, on-demand world. As a result, the interrelated domains of web design and user experience (UX) are constantly expanding and growing – and 2023 is set to be another year of significant change. Travel experience demand is only increasing this year, so your guests' requirement for a quick, simple, tailored website experience is also growing. With the reality of severe competition and the ongoing rise of digital commerce, your
Emerging Trends for Hotel Website Design in 2022
Much like a hotel’s lobby serves as a strong first impression to its incoming guests, your website serves as an even stronger first impression to potential bookings. With major changes in Google’s search engine algorithm and the tourism industry’s rebound from the pandemic, designing a shiny, new, dynamic interface for your hotel website is more important than ever before. 7 Trends for Hotel Website Design in 2022 So whether you plan to attract new bookings
5 Tips to Create The Perfect Promotional Hotel Video
Videos are increasingly important in the world of hotel marketing. The right hotel video can make a tremendous difference to your sales, raising your profile in the hotel industry. Whether you're unveiling a new facility, announcing a special offer, or letting people know about improvements you've made, video is the perfect medium. There are various types of videos that you might want to explore. Why is a Professional Hotel Video Important? Video is now the
List of Hotel Chains to Search for Hotel Vacancies
Hotel vacancies are often advertised online and represent an ideal way to begin or advance a career in the industry. Some vacancies are best found by visiting hotel chain websites, requiring you to have a list of options to explore. Here, you can access a list of top hotel chains to check out when starting your career. Table of Contents: How to Apply for Hotel Vacancies List of Hotel Vacancies per Hotel Chain Marriott International
Interview with CEO & Co-founder Erik Tengen of Oaky
In this interview, we talk to Erik Tengen from Oaky. Erik co-founded Oaky in 2013, alongside Lars Jonker and Tako Paddenburg. He has since helped to grow the company into a market leader in hotel upselling solutions. Oaky helps drive incremental hotel revenue and enhance the guest experience through targeted upselling messaging. Can you tell us a bit about yourself? I am a father of two boys. I
Interview with Co-founder Daan De Bruijn of Bookboost
In this article, we interview Bookboost co-founder Daan De Bruijn. Bookboost helps accommodation brands manage customer data in efficient and innovative ways. This includes boosting overall understanding of the information, workflow automation, and possibilities for personalization. Bookboost empowers a better understanding of data and how to use it to connect with guests. Can you tell us a bit about yourself? I'm the Co-Founder of Bookboost. I have a
Interview with CEO Matthijs Welle of Mews
In this article, we interview Matthijs Welle of Mews. Matthijs is revolutionizing property management and hotelier experiences with high-tech solutions. Mews provides hoteliers with powerful, cutting-edge functionality that will allow them to focus on the guest experience rather than tedious administration. Can you tell us a bit about yourself? Although I've been CEO of Mews for several years now, I still think of myself as a hotelier through
Creating a Tech-Powered Operation & Guest Journey at Hotel Made in Louise
The Brussels-based boutique hotel Made in Louise had a major leg up on many competitors during the pandemic thanks to its advanced tech stack. This helped them get through the corona crisis and make the most of the beginning recovery phase. Martin Duchateau, General Manager and owner of the 48-key
Create And Optimise Your Google Hotel Ads Campaigns
Direct bookings are a possibility for Hotel Owners to receive more return on investment. With Google focusing more and more on the travel industry, Google Hotel Ads could play an important role to reach more travellers directly instead of through an online travel agency. In this article, you can find
The Ultimate COVID Recovery Strategy for Every Hotel Department
COVID-19 brought the global hospitality industry to a grinding halt. Now, many destinations are slowly opening up again and the industry is beginning to recover. To help you get the most out of your property during this rebound phase, this article summarises expert COVID recovery tips for your marketing, revenue
4 Stage COVID Communication Plan for Hotels
It is vital to ensure your hotel is safe for your guests and staff during COVID. However, even if your hotel’s COVID-19 measures are set up correctly, the communication regarding these measures is just as important. Below you find a COVID communication plan for your hotel. Processes in the Four
7 Tips to Attract More Corporate Travelers to Your Hotel
Corporate travelers are a growing demographic and a target audience that many within the hotel industry are placing an increased emphasis on trying to appeal to. After all, a corporate traveler may use extra hotel facilities, return to your hotel multiple times and recommend it to colleagues and business partners.
8 Corporate Travel Agents for Hotels to Gain More Business Travelers
Corporate travel agents specialize in organizing business trips and events for the employees of companies. By presenting your property correctly to these agents, including delivering real-time availability and rates, hotels can create the possibility to attract more corporate travelers. In this article, you learn what corporate travel agents are, why