Accommodation Global Distribution System Upsell 
Amadeus Hospitality
OCTOBER 3, 2024
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. However, managing all these channels can be confusing for the average hotelier.
STAAH
JUNE 6, 2023
A hotel booking engine is a crucial tool for hotels and accommodation providers in today’s time. If you are a smart hotelier or any type of accommodation provider, you would not want to miss the chance of converting your website visitors from an OTA (or any other source) and bag the commission-free direct bookings.
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SiteMinder
OCTOBER 15, 2023
They can also be known as distribution channels and are crucial for ensuring your hotel maintains a healthy occupancy rate and revenue stream. Examples of booking channels include your own website, online travel agents like Booking.com, metasearch sites like Google, traditional travel agencies, global distribution systems (GDS), and more.
Hotel Speak
JULY 24, 2024
Effective hotel distribution strategies enable hotels to target the right audience, optimise occupancy rates, and enhance revenue management. Hotels have worked with third parties such as airlines, travel agents, online travel agents (OTAs) and the Global Distribution System (GDS) for decades.
Cloudbeds
OCTOBER 17, 2024
Indirect channels, such as OTAs, metasearch sites, Global Distribution Systems (GDS) such as Amadeus and Sabre, travel agents, tour operators, and wholesalers, are third-party platforms that serve as intermediaries by listing hotel rooms.
Amadeus Hospitality
SEPTEMBER 6, 2023
As guests are being presented with an increasingly wide range of accommodations, hoteliers are being tasked to come up with new, creative ways to provide quality service and tailored offers and experiences. To stay ahead, hoteliers must embrace an integrated approach that leverages both direct and indirect distribution channels.
Cloudbeds
JULY 15, 2023
With pooled inventory, advanced rates with discounts or non-refundable rates, and upsell integrations, hotels optimize revenue management with smart pricing strategies. By using a mix of OTAs, metasearch websites, B2B wholesale or niche accommodation booking sites, you make sure your property is visible to the right type of guest.
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