Top 5 Unusual Places Near Dubai: Hidden Gems Worth Exploring
Dubai is often associated with extravagance, soaring structures, along with busy commercial hubs. While these locales are undeniably charming, many sightseers find they crave something beyond the typical tourist's experience. The attraction of Dubai's ostentatious facade can sometimes overshadow the plentiful aggregation of culture and nature that thrives just beyond its limits. If you yearn to escape the ordinary and unearth some veiled gems, you are in for a gratifying revelation. 5 Hidden Gems Near
AI Marketing Tips: Best Practices & Insights from Hospitality Experts
Question for Our Hotel Marketing Expert Panel What are your top suggestions and best practices for using AI in hotel marketing activities (e.g., communication, data analysis, etc.)? (Question proposed by Michael J. Goldrich.) Our Marketing Expert Panel Michael J. Goldrich - Founder & Chief Advisor, Vivander Dr. Betsy Stringam-Bender - Professor of Hotels & Resort, New Mexico State University Thom de Graaf - Online Marketing Specialist, The
Hotel Digital Marketing Strategies: A Comprehensive Guide for Modern Properties
Hotel digital marketing is an umbrella term for all activities using online and digital platforms to promote a hotel and attract guests. It can include advertising, search engine marketing, reputation management, and more. Digital marketing is important for hotels because it can increase brand recognition and create more demand for bookings. Guests use the internet to find and research hotels and effective marketing can influence their perceptions. In this article, you will find a breakdown
Hotel Greeting: Essential Guide to Welcome Guests Successfully
A hotel greeting describes the entire process of welcoming a new guest to a hotel. It can include reception staff personally greeting new arrivals, as well as the provision of welcome gifts, letters or cards within guest rooms. Greeting hotel guests is an important part of customer service, helping to create a positive first impression. These initial interactions set the tone of a guest's stay and can also help to manage expectations. In this guide,
Are Guests Ready for Dynamic Pricing in Hotel Ancillary Services?
Question for Our Revenue Management Expert Panel: Are hotels ready to effectively implement dynamic pricing for ancillary services? Are guests ready to accept fluctuating prices for ancillary services? (Question proposed by Pablo Torres) Our Revenue Management Expert Panel Pablo Torres - Hotel Consultant Tamie Matthews - Revenue, Sales & Marketing Consultant, RevenYou Massimiliano Terzulli - Revenue Management Consultant, Franco Grasso Revenue Team Niko Krauseneck - Founder, RevenueRebel Mariska van Heemskerk - Owner, Revenue Management Works Heiko Rieder - Senior Vice President Commercial & Distribution, Step Partners Europe Dermot Herlihy - Group Revenue
Why Charter Buses Turn Travel into an Experience
As the jammed commute collides with the unfettered highway, a bus becomes so much more than a commute. It’s an opportunity to arrive at the office motivated, able to multitask, and ready to be in charge. Just imagine your team boarding a sleek, roomy coach with Wi‑Fi, comfortable seats, and panoramic windows. No more traffic delays or missed starts — everyone arrives together, focused and on time. Connection Begins with the First Mile This seamless
Redefining Revenue Strategy: When AI and Human Expertise Work Together
In a world defined by uncertainty, data gaps, and increasingly complex demand patterns, one truth stands out: automation alone isn’t enough — nor is relying solely on manual processes. The future lies in a Hybrid Revenue Management Strategy, where intelligent systems handle the heavy lifting while human insight fine-tunes the results. Incorporating Local Knowledge Into the Algorithm: The Role of Event Insights Every revenue leader understands that events fuel demand — yet these often don’t
Group Bookings vs. Transient: How to Always Choose What’s Best for Your Property
Should you accept that group request or wait for more lucrative individual guests? This decision can significantly impact your hotel's profitability. In this article, you'll discover how to confidently assess each booking opportunity through a practical approach. Group or Transient? Why This Choice Is So Important Whether you run a
How LA Hotels Cater to the Entertainment Industry’s Unique Needs
The hotels found in LA are unlike any other, as they are able to meet the expectations of the highly prestigious entertainment industry. Professionals in media and performance often require extended accommodations, discreet access points, and fast, personalized service. In this article, we will examine how hotels in Los Angeles
Hospitality Technology Trends Shaping Orlando Stays
The hospitality industry in Orlando is one of the most advanced in the U.S. Many hotels and accommodation options open up frequently. Therefore, there is a need to stay competitive. And because people use technology more and more in their everyday lives, the hospitality industry saw an opportunity. You’ll now