By How Much Can Upselling Boost Your Hotel’s Revenue?
The importance of upselling within the hotel industry has increased over recent years. No wonder, because a good upselling strategy can significantly boost hotels revenue. But is upselling beneficial for every type of hotel? Is it worth for your hotel? In this article, you find a comparison of the upsell performance per type of hotel, based on a recent benchmark report. At the bottom of the article, you also find a link to download the
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 companies use them, and how they benefit hotels. You also find a list of 8 corporate travel agents to partner with. Table of Contents: What
Hotel Management Software: What Are the Benefits for Hotels?
Hotel management software is increasingly important for hotel industry professionals, offering more efficient, cost-effective ways to take care of many tasks and operations. In this article, you will learn about the various available hotel management software solutions, as well as the key benefits hotel software can provide. What is Hotel Management Software? Simply put, hotel management software refers to any software package designed to assist with managing a hotel, resort, or similar property. Examples include
Cruise Ship Jobs: List of Websites to Find the Best Job Vacancies!
The internet can be an invaluable resource when looking for cruise ship jobs, but it is important to know the best places to look and to have some variety in the online channels you use. Here, you can find a list of websites that will be able to help you on your way to finding work within the cruise industry. Table of Contents: List of Websites to Find the Best Cruise Ship Jobs 1. Apply
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,
How can the Amazon Alexa Echo Speakers Improve Customer Experience
Over the last few years, Amazon Alexa Echo speakers have emerged as a mainstream consumer product, allowing customers to control their 'smart' devices and appliances from a single place. More recently, Amazon has also brought the technology into hotels and resorts, launching a dedicated Alexa for Hospitality service. In this article, you will learn more about Amazon Echo speakers and their current and future roles within hotels. Table of Contents: What Are Amazon Alexa Echo
How Augmented Reality is Transforming the Hospitality Industry
In recent years, augmented reality (AR) has emerged as a vital marketing tool, allowing businesses to change how customers perceive their environment. The technology is extremely valuable to the hospitality industry because hotels essentially sell a physical environment that can be enhanced through AR. Here, you learn how AR is improving the hospitality industry. What Is Augmented Reality? Augmented reality alters a person's perception of their physical surroundings through the use of computer technology. It
Have Lodging Businesses Outgrown The Original PMS Concept?
The property management system (PMS) is the most important part of a lodging business’s technology stack – no matter the property type or size. A PMS is used on a daily basis across teams to streamline operations and manage data. But are lodging businesses starting to outgrow the PMS? The
How Have Guest Behaviour Trends Changed in 2022?
Question for Our Revenue Management Expert Panel: What top changes in guest behaviour trends have Revenue Managers observed in 2022? How have they evolved during the year? (Question proposed by Chaya Kowal)Â Our Revenue Management Expert Panel Tanya Hadwick - Group Revenue &
Revenue Management System: The Ultimate Accelerator for Your Hospitality Business
Whether you're balancing a full plate of work priorities, searching for ways to maximize your revenue, or looking to gain better control over the fluctuating demands of the hospitality industry, a revenue management system (RMS) offers a comprehensive solution. Revenue Management is a Rapidly Growing & Changing Field More than