Catégorie : Hotel & Hospitality

Lagging inbound international travel has been a headwind for the U.S. in recent years, but 2025 could see some steady gains in this area Jan 23, 2025 Hotel companies are experiencing strong demand from feeder markets in Europe, Canada and Latin America. In addition, hoteliers are hopeful that increased outbound travel from India will support…

Google allows hotels to add free booking links that display direct rates alongside OTA rates with a link to your booking page Jan 17, 2025 Relying too much on OTAs can hurt your hotel’s profitability. If more than 70% of your bookings are coming from OTAs, it’s time to focus on direct bookings. One effective…

For years, outdated and fragmented technology stacks have held hotels back, slowing growth and stifling innovation. In 2025, the message is clear: the status quo is no longer sustainable.Hotel operators that fail to embrace Enterprise Platform Solutions risk falling behind. These platforms are no longer a luxury; they are the key to unlocking guest satisfaction,…

Amex GBT criticized the DOJ for suing to block its $570 million acquisition of CWT just 10 days before the change in administration Jan 14, 2025 The suggestion was that the Biden administration wouldn’t have to get involved because the deal would close after its term, leaving time for the Trump Justice Department to review…

Advances in hotel revenue management technology enable faster response and better leverage of local trends Jan 14, 2025 The concept is that hotels should be able to easily identify upcoming local events, such as conventions or concerts, and adjust their revenue strategies accordingly. Artificial intelligence is increasingly helping to connect these data points, enabling hotels…

Police warn Booking.com fraudsters have stolen £370,000 from 532 Britons by hacking into hotel accounts Jan 13, 2025 Scammers send fake emails to customers with Booking.com reservations, requesting payment and credit card details. These emails come from a fraudulent account, not Booking.com. Victims have lost money, shared their card information, and may miss legitimate holidays…

Kayak CEO Steve Hafner said he “fears” 2025 will see the first successful commercial agreement between an AI engine and a major travel player, and then “it’s going to be a little bit like a dam breaking.” “Once one of the AIs makes it work with one big travel player, everyone else is going to…

In the face of low or flat rate growth, hotels will turn to ecommerce, actionable data insights, and generative AI to maintain profitability. What’s on the cards for hotel performance 2025? More low rate growth, a slightly more positive outlook for RevPAR in the US than in Europe, but what seems sure is that hotels…

The hotel industry, with its blend of major chains and boutique properties, reflects the eclectic tastes of global travelers. But this diversity introduces complexities, particularly in online reservations and technological integration. Explore the history, challenges, and innovative solutions shaping this fragmented landscape.Navigating the Fragmented Hotel IndustryOver the years, the hotel industry has adapted to our…

Viele deutsche Verbraucher stellen die Reisetipps, die sie im Internet sehen, in Frage und verlassen sich bei der Urlaubsbuchung lieber auf Empfehlungen von Freunden und Verwandten. Das hat eine aktuelle YouGov-Umfrage unter 2.090 deutschen Verbrauchern im Auftrag des Werbe-und Marketing-Spezialisten Epsilon ergeben.Die Studie zeigt, dass Social-Media-Influencer weniger Einfluss auf die Urlaubsplanung haben als gedacht: Derzeit…