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Is the Global Distribution System (GDS) a Good Fit for My Property?

STAAH

Over 87% of GDS hotel reservations are related to business travel. Global Distribution System (GDS) serve as a network that allows over 600,000 travel agents globally to access your hotel’s room availability and rates in real time. Do you possess sufficient room inventory to accommodate increased demand?

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Are global distribution systems a core part of your hotel distribution strategy? Why they should be.

Amadeus Hospitality

Direct websites, Brand.com, online travel agencies, metasearch, global distribution systems (GDSs) – these all have their place and play an important role in reaching travelers where they shop and book. Travel sellers say that more than a quarter of all bookings now fall into this category.

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Disadvantages of Using a GDS for Hotels

Hotelogix

A Global Distribution System (GDS) is a computerized network used by travel agents, online travel agencies, and corporate travel managers to book travel services like hotel rooms, airline tickets, car rentals, and more. Why is a Global Distribution System Important in the Hotel Industry?

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Understanding GDS: A Comprehensive Guide for Hoteliers

STAAH

Have you ever wondered how travel agents can instantly find the perfect hotel for a last-minute business trip or secure the best rates for a corporate client? The answer lies in the use by over 600,000 Travel Agents of one of the 4 Global Distribution Systems (GDS) – Sabre, Galileo, Amadeus or Worldspan.

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SiteMinder: Traveler confidence surges post-pandemic

Hotel Business

SiteMinder’s new Hotel Booking Trends report, a hotel commerce data analysis of more than 36,000 hotels and 450+ connected booking integrations, has revealed travelers booked their trips on average eight days earlier, and canceled their bookings 17% less year-on-year in 2022, despite a 24% increase in the average daily hotel room rate.

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How to choose the Right Channel Manager for your Accommodation?

STAAH

Such as STAAH MAX Channel Manage r integrates between STAAH and Booking.com enabling accommodation providers to update all their rate plans from their STAAH channel manager. Here are key features you mut look for in your Channel Manager: 1) Advanced Integrations How many online channels does the channel manager connect with?

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Report: Independent hoteliers see GDS bookings rise 34.5%

Hotel Business

The global distribution system (GDS) continues to perform for independent accommodation providers with reservations up 34.5% on 2019 pre-pandemic levels, according to the Independent Accommodation Insights Report from HotelREZ Hotels & Resorts. The GDS is often—incorrectly—regarded as a relic of travel booking.