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
How to Outsource Airbnb Cleaning Service
Running a successful Airbnb requires more than a great location and appealing decor. It demands impeccable cleanliness. Guests expect spotless accommodations, and maintaining high hygiene standards is essential for positive reviews and repeat bookings. However, keeping up with cleaning, especially for hosts managing multiple properties or high turnover rates, can be challenging. That's where outsourcing cleaning services comes in. Where to Find a Good Maid for Your Airbnb When outsourcing Airbnb cleaning, you have two
10 Best Hotel Loyalty Programs to Turn Visitors into Loyal Guests
Hotel loyalty programs provide guests with not just benefits and rewards but a tailored experience that fits like a glove. Properties leverage these programs to build up both brand and loyalty among guests to ensure return visits. The fact that both parties benefit makes loyalty programs one of the best tools a property has to compete within an often turbulent market. In this article, you'll discover not only the fundamental elements of the programs but
Should Hotels Apply Strict or Flexible Cancellation Policies?
Question for Our Revenue Management Expert Panel: What are the benefits and risks of applying strict cancellation policies versus flexible? How does the competition influence a hotel's cancellation policy? (Question proposed by Niko Krauseneck) Our Revenue Management Expert Panel Niko Krauseneck - Founder, RevenueRebel Massimiliano Terzulli - Revenue Management Consultant, Franco Grasso Revenue Team Pallavi Gaonkar - Director of Revenue, Ayada Maldives Kathryn Baker - COO, TCRM (Total
What Does ChatGPT’s Booking Shift Mean for Hotels
AI search is quickly changing how travelers discover, compare, and choose hotels. As ChatGPT moves away from completing transactions inside the platform, hotels have a stronger opportunity to turn AI-driven discovery into direct website traffic. This shift makes Generative Engine Optimization more important than ever. Hotel websites need clear answers, structured content, schema markup, and trusted authority signals to appear in AI-generated recommendations. In this article, you’ll learn how hotels can adapt their content strategy and capture more high-intent direct bookings. What ChatGPT’s Decision to Move Away From In-Platform Transactions Means for Hotels AI-powered search engines like OpenAI’s ChatGPT are
Overbooking Done Right: How to Fill Rooms Without Upsetting Guests
Imagine you're at the front desk, midway through a busy day, when you suddenly realize you’re overbooked. Guests are still pouring in, but you know—awkward conversations and unhappy faces await you. But overbooking doesn’t have to be chaotic. When done strategically, it can increase occupancy and revenue. This article will show you how to master overbooking and turn a stressful scenario into a smooth process. What Does Overbooking in Hotels Look Like? Overbooking can feel
20 Country Marketing Strategies to Attract More Tourists in 2026
One of the most important tasks of a tourist board organization or DMO is to research and analyze the main objectives of your country's marketing plan to drive tourist traffic to your target region. There are several ways you can promote your country. This article gives insights into the best country marketing strategies that help attract more visitors in 2026. Table of Contents: What Is Country Marketing? Why Is Country Marketing Important? Who Is Responsible
7 Hotel Revenue Management Myths Costing You Money
Every day, in conversations with hoteliers like you, we hear the same revenue beliefs pop up. Old habits and assumptions that quietly drain profits, cost bookings, and steal the hours you'd rather spend delighting guests. It's time to change that. In this article, you'll learn seven of the most common
Food and Beverage Analytics Driving Hotel Profitability Growth
In lifestyle and full-service hotels, Food and Beverage (F&B) can generate 40–50% of total revenue. Sustaining profitability means attracting and retaining high-value guests, boosting in-house spending, ensuring satisfaction, and controlling costs. Yet data silos make this difficult, with PMS, POS, and finance systems often disconnected. While hotels focus on room
AI in Hospitality: New Trends in Booking Behavior and Distribution
What did you think when ChatGPT first came out? Maybe you were in the “nice, but useless gadget” camp. Or did you immediately see it as a powerful tool that will shake up our industry? The latter has proven true. Artificial intelligence (AI) tools have only been available for a