Guest Communication Tips to Improve Hotel Guest Engagement
Guest engagement has never been so important. As we move forward through the next couple of years, travelers will look for peace of mind when planning their trips. Hotels need to clearly communicate answers to questions, provide tailored offers, and be accessible to guests throughout the guest journey. Guest communication is key to this. Therefore, in this article, you can find 3 guest communication tips for hotels. Guest Messaging Provides Opportunities for Guest Communication Guests
How Hotels Can Combine Revenue Management and CRO?
One of the best and most common definitions of Revenue Management is “Selling the Right Room to the Right Client at the Right Moment at the Right Price in the Right Distribution Channel with the best commission efficiency”. Both Revenue Management and Conversion Rate Optimization (CRO) are data-driven, but they are slightly different. In this article, you can learn about the myths of CRO, how it relates to Revenue Management and how best to combine
6 Reasons Why Every Hotel Should Have a Virtual Reality Video
Interactive virtual reality video technology within the hospitality industry can provide a competitive advantage and allow customers to experience what a hotel is like before committing to a booking. However, there are also other advantages to utilizing this particular marketing method. In this article, you will learn more about six key reasons why every hotel operating today should have its own virtual reality video. What is Virtual Marketing? Virtual reality is technology-based, immersing users within
Why is an Integrated Online Booking System Important?
Simply put, if you want your property to be found on the internet, having a good online presence is critical. A large proportion of business and leisure travel is now researched and booked online, and thus hotel owners can no longer ignore the need for an integrated online booking engine. 7 Reasons Why is an Integrated Online Booking System is Important There are many advantages to using an online booking system, below we listed some
Maximizing Revenue for Extended Stay Accommodations: Challenges and Opportunities
Extended stay accommodations and serviced apartments represent a small but fast-growing portion of the European hospitality sector, with the market projected to grow (1) at CAGR of 12.3% from 2024 to 2030. The segment’s relatively rapid growth should come as no surprise as more travelers are booking trips that blend both work and play, major hotspots crack down on short-term rentals like AirBnb, and their relatively lean operating models fuel an influx of investment and development across Europe. Key Challenges for Effective Serviced Apartment Revenue Management When it comes to the marketing, operations, and revenue management of serviced apartment properties,
Best Practices for GDS Optimisation in Hotel Distribution Strategy
Question for Our Hotel Marketing Expert Panel What is your advice for using GDS as part of a hotel's overall distribution strategy? What tips or best practices can you share for getting the most out of your GDS? (Question from Nicole Sideris) Our Marketing Expert Panel Tamie Matthews - Revenue, Sales & Marketing Consultant, RevenYou Luminita Mardale - Director Of Marketing And Business Development, Vienna House Moriya Rockman
How Do You Take Your Hotel’s Data Game to the Next Level?
So, you are interested in hospitality data? In the current world of hospitality, data has become the cornerstone of strategic and tactical decision-making. This article explores how data and data tools can help transform operations across the hotel, improve communication and efficiency, and drive revenue and profit growth. Uncover the first steps to integrating analytics into your hotel's day-to-day for a competitive edge in the market. The Importance of Data in the Hotel Industry Using
Considering a New Hospitality RMS? Watch Out for These 4 Myths
So, you’re thinking about upgrading to a more effective revenue management system (RMS) for your hospitality organization, but you have some doubts. Maybe you’re thinking: It’s too costly to install a different RM Learning a new system will take too much of my staff’s bandwidth My new system will take
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
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