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How decision intelligence unlocks hotel data for better insights

Cloudbeds

While better than operating without data, this approach is reactive and inefficient, resulting in missed opportunities. In this article, we explore what decision intelligence is and the transformative effect it’s bound to have across demand optimization, segmentation, operations, and training and enablement.

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SiteMinder: Traveler confidence surges post-pandemic

Hotel Business

The average hotel booking cancellation rate dropped to about 20% compared to 25% in 2021, with hotels in Ireland experiencing the highest rate (26%) and Indonesia the lowest (10%). Travelers showed a continued openness to book directly with hotels in 2022, despite OTAs regaining ground.

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What is a booking engine? How to increase profitability and direct bookings

Cloudbeds

Many hoteliers question if it’s worthwhile investing in a direct booking strategy or if they can solely rely on online travel agencies (OTAs) like Airbnb, Booking.com, or Trip.com to fill occupancy. Integrating with these engines and offering real-time pricing and availability ensures that guests book directly instead of with an OTA.

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Why properties should consider midterm bookings this summer

SiteMinder

Additional data from SiteMinder’s Hotel Booking Trends indicated that the average length of stay is also on the rise, with 2022 recording longer stays than previous years. This was particularly true for Spain in summer, which had the longest average stay length in August.

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Hotel investment: What is a good hotel ROI?

Little Hotelier

Top strategies to increase hotel ROI Increasing knowledge and making smart investments is crucial for B&B operators. With their scale and global reach OTAs provide hotels with a cost-effective way to increase bookings on a pay-per-performance basis. Here are four hotel investment strategies you should be investing your money in… 1.

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Cloudbeds Launches Inaugural State of Independent Lodging Report

Cloudbeds

Our mission is to arm owners and operators with clarity as they navigate the ever-changing travel landscape.” Booking Source In 2019, OTA-sourced bookings made up 57% of all reservations, while non-OTA bookings made up the remaining 43%. The next most popular length of stay was 3 to 4 nights. 1 PMS, No.

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HB on the Scene: Wyndham launches new owner and guest engagement platforms

Hotel Business

Over the last five years, the company has invested more than $275 million in technology, all while expanding its on-the-ground operational support of hotels. The platform also provides a direct connection to operational support while serving as owners’ primary destination for news and updates.