Tourism Startups Focus on Innovation and Sustainability
The World Tourism Organization (UNWTO), in association with Globalia, the leading tourism group in Spain and Latin America, has selected the finalists of the 2nd Global Tourism Startup Competition, an initiative that the two entities have been working on since 2018 when its first edition was held. In the competition’s first two editions, Wakalua, the global tourism innovation hub powered by Globalia, in collaboration with the World Tourism Organization, has received proposals of nearly 5,000
7 Tips for Hotels to Attract More Bleisure Travelers
Bleisure travel - the combination of business and leisure travel - is growing. This has led to heightened interest from the hotel industry, with hotels looking to appeal to bleisure travelers. In this article, you will find seven tips that can help to make accommodation more attractive to this emerging and increasingly important demographic. Table of Contents: What is the Meaning of Bleisure? Who is the Bleisure Traveler? What Are the Benefits of Bleisure? Bleisure;
How Much Revenue Could Your Hotel Make From Upselling?
Upselling is a great way to boost both your guests’ experience and your revenue through paid upgrades and ancillary services. In this article you will learn how you can calculate additional revenue, made by upselling. Additionally you find a handy tool to help you to estimate the potential. Success Factors for Upselling A recently published benchmarking report shows that elements like property type (e.g. resort, downtown hotel, hostel…) and location (e.g. mountains, beach, downtown…) strongly impact
How Can a Chatbot Increase Your Direct Bookings?
Hotels often prioritize direct bookings because they result in wider profit margins and greater overall control. Therefore, many hotel owners are keen to explore new ways to encourage guests to book directly, and chatbots are emerging as one of the best options. In this article, you will find out how a chatbot can increase your direct bookings. The Importance of Direct Bookings Hotels try to encourage as many direct bookings as possible to optimize financial
Hotel Check-in Timing and Process Explained
Hotel check-in timing refers to when guests can check into a room or check out after their stay. It's often best to consider it as a window where staff and guests can align their needs. The timing is important to guests because it can limit or control their schedule. At the same time, it's important to hoteliers as it allows for housekeeping, guest satisfaction, and overall management of a property. In this article, you'll learn about the various hidden depths of check-in times. This includes getting the most from it. Table of Contents: What is Hotel Check-in? What Time is
Best AI Use Cases and Strategies in Hotel Revenue Management
Question for Our Revenue Management Expert Panel: What are the most beneficial use cases and practical applications of AI in hotel revenue management? Where do you think the opportunities and pitfalls may lie? (Question by Alenka McMahon) Our Revenue Management Expert Panel Alenka McMahon - Managing Director, Hotel Revenue Services Limited Tanya Hadwick - Group Revenue & Yield Leader, SunSwept Resorts Diego Fernández Pérez De Ponga - Director
A Comprehensive Overview of All Hotel Positions
Hotels offer a number of different career paths, thanks to the sheer range of hotel positions that exist. In order to find the best job for your skills, qualifications, and preferences, it is beneficial to have a rounded understanding of these different roles. In this article, you will find a comprehensive overview of the positions within a typical hotel. Table of Contents: Hotel Industry Overview Overview of All Hotel Positions Food & Beverage Front Office
Tips to Take Advantage of Changing Booking Behavior Before Your Competition
While the Omicron variant slowed market recovery in 2021, STR's data reveals a strong positive trend for the hospitality industry for 2022 and beyond. In this article, you'll learn how to stay ahead of the competition by understanding the three data pillars of a forward-looking revenue strategy. Global Occupancy Increased
Hotel Owners: Understanding the Role of a Hotel Owner
Hotel owners have an important role, as they are ultimately responsible for the business and ensuring the right employees are working in the right areas. In this article, you will learn about the role of a hotel owner, find out about hotel management companies, and explore different hotel management structures.
Night Auditor Duties & Responsibilities in Hotel: Everything to Know
Night Auditor duties and responsibilities in hotels involve helping guests during the night hours and balancing the day's accounts. Guests arriving at night may be checked in by the night auditor, who will also take reservations and see any requests that might arise. The night auditor's duties involve processing the