Interview with Pablo Torres, Hospitality Consultant
In this article, we interview Pablo Torres, a hospitality management expert specializing in revenue optimization and guest experience. With over 20 years in the industry, Pablo develops innovative strategies that drive ancillary revenue and operational efficiency. He is also a consultant, educator, and LinkedIn Top Voice, recently launching his new book Mastering Hospitality Ancillary Revenue. Can you tell us a bit about yourself? Born and raised in Spain,
Choosing the Right Hotel Property Management System Through the RFP Process
When selecting a Property Management System (PMS) for your hotel, the Request for Proposal (RFP) process is crucial for making an informed decision. Through a well-structured RFP, you can ensure a comprehensive evaluation of potential vendors, leading to a successful PMS implementation that aligns with your hotel's needs. This article explores what an RFP is, its importance, and its structure. What is an RFP? A Request for Proposal (RFP) is a critical tool for hotels
Beyond Revenue: How Smart Upsell Solutions Improve Hotel Efficiency
Upsell solutions offer more than just extra revenue; they streamline hotel operations by using real-time data to optimize staffing, forecasting, and resource allocation. In this article, you’’ll explore how these technologies can sharpen key processes while delivering personalized experiences, driving improvements in both hotel efficiency and guest satisfaction. Enhancing Guest Engagement and Revenue with Smart Hotel Upsells One of the biggest breakthroughs in hotel technology is the ability to continuously engage guests throughout their stay,
Dynamic Pricing: Benefits & Tips for Hoteliers to Increase Revenue
Dynamic pricing is a strategy where the price of products or services is adjusted based on market conditions. This typically means charging high prices during periods of high demand and low prices during low demand periods. For hotels, dynamic pricing plays a crucial role in revenue management, incentivizing bookings at crucial times. The ultimate aim of dynamic pricing is to sell for the highest amount customers are willing to pay. In this article, you will
How Food and Beverage Management Drives Hotel Profitability
Food and beverage (F&B) services are the lifeblood of the hospitality industry. A good meal is one of the cornerstones of the human experience and colors every other element of a guest's day. Food and beverage services help differentiate you from the competition, provide a steady revenue stream, increase guest loyalty, act as a marketing tool, and generally enhance almost every aspect of a guest's stay. In this article, you'll discover how to leverage F&B services to optimize a guest's experience, maximize profit, and ensure the health of your brand. Table of Contents: What is the Role of Food and
Micro-Stays Travel is Shaping Weekend Getaways with Technology
Travel has changed a lot over the years. Instead of carefully planning week-long escapes months in advance, more people are choosing quick weekend getaways that fit into their busy schedules. These micro-stays resulted in a new kind of travel culture, and technology has made them remarkably simple to arrange. In this article, you’ll learn how technology is reshaping weekend travel, why hotels are adapting to new demands, and what makes micro-stays so appealing. How Tech
Using Financial Data to Take Your Hotel’s Profit Game to the Next Level
In hospitality, revenue is only half the story: profitability is what truly matters. And to maximize profitability, finance analytics is the game-changer. Understanding the flow of revenue, cost structures, and operational efficiencies allows hoteliers to make smarter, data-driven decisions. With fixed costs dominating the industry, tracking the right financial metrics (like flow-through and GOPPAR) can mean the difference between thriving and just surviving. How Financial Data Can Take Your Hotel's Profits to the Next Level
Top Revenue Management Trends for Luxury Hospitality in 2025
Question for Our Revenue Management Expert Panel: Â What are the most important revenue management trends that should be on the radar of the luxury hospitality segment this year? (Question proposed by Pallavi Gaonkar)Â Our Revenue Management Expert Panel Pallavi Gaonkar - Director of
Top Hotel Marketing KPI Recommendations from Hospitality Leaders
Question for Our Hotel Marketing Expert Panel Beyond ROAS (Return on Ad Spend), which digital marketing KPIs best help hotels track performance and align with their commercial strategy? (Question proposed by Stephanie Smith) Our Marketing Expert Panel Moriya Rockman - Chief of
Broadened Horizons: 3 Ways Revenue Management Tools Can Influence Commercial Success
If you think of revenue management tools as solely a means for rolling out dynamic pricing strategies and making the most out of the demand for your property’s room inventory, it’s time to challenge that assumption. While these tried-and-true capabilities are a staple at most hotels, today’s advanced revenue management