Hotelogix

OCTOBER 30, 2024

The hotel customer journey refers to the complete experience guests go through, from researching, booking, staying and post-stay interactions with the hotel. From social media interactions to booking to check-in and check-out, every stage is a chance for the hotel to create a positive and lasting impression.

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Revenue Hub

MARCH 14, 2024

In March 2021, the search engine Giant Google introduced organic booking links to help hoteliers connect with potential guests directly through their search results. By providing prices and availability, hotels now can appear in the hotel booking module for free, along with paid hotel ads.

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SiteMinder

DECEMBER 3, 2023

What are holiday bookings? Holiday bookings refer to the reservations made by individuals or groups for accommodation, travel, and other related services during their vacation period. For hotel managers, effectively managing holiday bookings is crucial.

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Hotelogix

NOVEMBER 28, 2024

Managing bookings across multiple channels has become a core part of running a successful hospitality business. A channel manager connects your property management system to booking platforms such as OTAs, GDS (Global Distribution Systems), and direct booking engines. Delays can lead to double bookings or lost revenue.

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Hotelogix

NOVEMBER 28, 2024

Fixing the Drop-Off Problem Ever notice how many visitors browse your website but never actually book? You don’t need a massive budget to make this happen. At the end of the day, it’s not about flashy tech or big budgets. Read also: Use of AI & Machine Learning in Hotel Industry Book a Demo with Hotelogix PMS

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Revenue Hub

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

In the age of digital transformation, the hospitality industry has witnessed a significant shift in how travelers plan and book their accommodations. Connecting a Central Reservations System (CRS) with Google ads works as a force multiplier for marketing campaigns.

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Hotelogix

JANUARY 30, 2024

The report also covers cancellations, no-shows, and temporary reservations for the day. Additionally, it includes reports on no-shows, occupancy, market analysis, company contributions, business analysis, MIS, and a manager flash report with budget details for comprehensive analysis. Benefits of these reports Here they are.

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Revenue Hub

DECEMBER 12, 2022

Hotels have probably submitted the budget for 2023 by now, most likely in the traditional format of the P&L with revenue by a few revenue sources and then an endless number of rows outlining the different cost categories. This is a direct cost of acquiring the reservation. Hotels pay transaction costs for some reservations.

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Revenue Hub

OCTOBER 26, 2023

This innovative payment solution is revolutionizing the way travelers make reservations, dine at restaurants, and access a wide range of services within the hospitality sector. The significance of integrating Buy Now, Pay Later in your hotel booking engine BNPL has revolutionized how travelers secure their accommodations.

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Revenue Hub

DECEMBER 19, 2024

By offering optimized rates you can attract more bookings, foster guest loyalty and maintain a competitive edge in the hotel business. Drive bookings to maximize revenue Increasing bookings and revenue is at the heart of a successful hotel revenue management strategy. Optimized pricing plays a vital role in boosting bookings.

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Revenue Hub

DECEMBER 13, 2023

For hotel managers, effectively managing holiday bookings is crucial. It ensures that guests have a seamless experience from the moment they make a reservation to the time they check out. Additionally, 88% of respondents from the UK prefer to book hotels and alike with the assistance of a person during travel.

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7 Shifts

OCTOBER 22, 2024

With 90% of diners checking a restaurant online before visiting, you also need a strong online presence to attract and boost reservations. A smooth mobile experience keeps people engaged and leads to more online bookings. Nowadays, running a successful restaurant takes more than great food and good service.

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Revenue Hub

OCTOBER 6, 2023

NB: This is an article from Revinate Ever since the introduction of online travel agencies (OTAs) in the ‘90s, hoteliers have struggled to achieve the optimal distribution mix between OTAs and hotel direct bookings. The state of OTAs and direct bookings The pandemic transformed the booking behavior of today’s travelers.

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SiteMinder

MARCH 13, 2024

What is a hotel booking app? A hotel booking app is an application or website that travellers use to book a stay at a hotel. Often travellers will use apps via their mobile devices to research, book, and pay for hotel accommodation. Table of contents Why should you be aware of the best hotel booking apps?

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Hotelogix

FEBRUARY 4, 2024

  Reservation management: This feature allows you to manage all your reservations from a single dashboard. You can see which rooms are available, which are booked, and which guests are checking in and out. You can also cancel or modify reservations based on guests' requirements here. 

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Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 1, 2022

Let’s look at low-budget restaurant marketing ideas to succeed in inflationary times. Three Tips to Promote a Restaurant on a Low Budget. Users should easily access the menu, book a table, and click on the phone number or other links without pinching. What you need is to have positive outcomes for every dollar spent.

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SiteMinder

SEPTEMBER 10, 2023

What is a hotel budget? A hotel budget is a financial plan that outlines the projected income and expenditures for a specific period, usually one fiscal year. It serves as a financial blueprint, detailing various revenue streams such as room bookings, food and beverage sales, and ancillary services.

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Revenue Hub

DECEMBER 14, 2023

That is why no benchmarking experience can be considered comprehensive without frequent insight into future booking levels in the marketplace. This gives you the most accurate, like-for-like insights into how your business on the books is shaping up. Pickup shows the change in bookings from one data collection period to the next.

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Revenue Hub

JULY 12, 2023

In today’s competitive hospitality industry, hotels are on a relentless quest to skyrocket revenue, elevate guest experiences, and take charge of their bookings. By propelling more direct bookings, hotels can unleash their profitability and channel resources into enriching guest experiences and property enhancements.

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Revenue Hub

FEBRUARY 2, 2023

This led to their search for a solution to effectively increase their direct bookings, without doing so at the expense of their promotional budget. A Smart Note with a 10% discount was shown to low-intent users with a 0 to 40% probability of completing a reservation, and who were in Group A.

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Hotelogix

DECEMBER 17, 2024

  More Direct Bookings, Higher Occupancy Strong branding gives your hotel an edge by encouraging guests to book directly through your website instead of relying on OTAs (Online Travel Agents). A well-recognized name helps your property stand tall, ensuring bookings come to you first.

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Hotel Owner

APRIL 11, 2024

During the current era, the search for information and accommodation bookings predominantly occurs online. According to a study on Blastness hotels, 50% of direct bookings result from online advertising activities. While the traditional approach involves using a predefined budget, it is not the optimal solution.

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Revenue Hub

MARCH 22, 2023

Direct bookings have become essential to any independent hotel’s distribution mix. Subscribe to our weekly newsletter and stay up to date Still, it’s important to note that all bookings are innately good. Different types of bookings will bring you varying amounts of revenue and profit.

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InnQuest

AUGUST 15, 2023

The hospitality industry is experiencing a constant surge in online hotel bookings in today’s fast-paced and interconnected world. Each OTA has its own system, interface and requirements for updating room availability, rates and reservations. This is why hotel channel manager software is in demand nowadays.

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MEWS

JANUARY 16, 2023

They generally appeal to a younger audience on a shoestring budget who is willing to forgo privacy to spend less. A hostel works the same way as a hotel in the fact that you can book ahead of time. Similarly, the best thing about hostels is that you can usually find a bed (oftentimes hostels even reserve some beds for walk-ins).

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InnQuest

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

It handles guest reservations, check-in/check-out processes, and room assignments and provides concierge services. This includes advertising, promotions, pricing strategies and partnerships with travel agencies and online booking platforms. Human Resource Management: Managing the hotel’s workforce is essential.

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Hotelogix

OCTOBER 11, 2024

Hopper is a trusted platform for booking hotels with a solid reputation in the travel industry. Though it started with flight bookings, its move into hotel reservations has been widely appreciated. Any booking made through it is backed by reliable customer support, which ensures an easy booking experience for users.

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Hotelogix

NOVEMBER 28, 2024

Whether it's business travelers seeking efficiency, luxury seekers craving unique experiences, or budget-conscious families planning their vacations, each group has distinct needs and preferences that present unique revenue opportunities. Focus on segments showing both high spending patterns and consistent booking frequencies.

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Hotelogix

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

This blog outlines simple, actionable strategies that hotels of all sizes can use to grow their business, from direct bookings to pricing strategies and everything in between. By encouraging guests to book directly through your website, you can keep more of the revenue and build stronger relationships with your guests.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 31, 2021

Restaurants can continue to foster the aura of personal service and exclusivity by using online booking services and offering phone reservations. Most importantly, this “hospitality kit” can be scaled up or down depending on budget availability. Elevating Hospitality.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 24, 2021

Customers want the ability to order online, set up delivery, view seating, and book tables through the convenience of a mobile phone. The great news is that an effective digital marketing strategy can be designed and implemented to fit just about any marketing budget.

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7 Shifts

OCTOBER 9, 2020

Do I have the budget to hire a web development team? Reservations - Embed your reservations platform’s widget onto your website to encourage customers to book directly through you instead of via a third party. Include essential pages like "Menu," "About Us," "Contact," "Reserve," and "Order Now" in the navigation bar.

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Hotelogix

SEPTEMBER 22, 2024

Resort management software can streamline every aspect of your resort's operations, from bookings to billing. With an online resort management system, you can manage reservations, guest check-ins, and even payments in real-time. It prevents double bookings and keeps everything updated in real-time.

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Hotelogix

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024

In 2024, online travel agencies are still an important part of how hotels get bookings. OTAs offer a platform where people can compare hotels, check prices, and book their stay instantly.   What are Online Travel Agencies (OTAs)?  Each of these platforms can help your hotel reach more guests and get more bookings.

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Revenue Hub

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

Running a hotel is a complex and balancing act: you want to ensure all your rooms are booked and your guests are happy, but how do you set the right prices to make this happen? rate types are designed to cater to different guest preferences, needs, and booking behaviours. These packages provide added value for guests.

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Synergy Suite

MARCH 14, 2023

And that’s not even mentioning the benefits a quality restaurant reservation system provides to your front-of-house staff, allowing them to communicate and collaborate, find solutions in real-time, and generally have an ease and organization to their work. So, how do you choose the right restaurant reservation software for you?

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Xotels

AUGUST 15, 2022

How far are you with your targets, budget, and plan of attack for next year? Did you make your new hotel budget already or are you right in the middle? Now is the time to take action to build your hotel budget plan! Hotel Budgets: Where it All Starts… The basis of the target or budget lies in a detailed demand calendar.

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