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Melbourne’s luxury hotels welcome strong international business at Australian Open

Hotel Management

Event-related occupancy forecasts are particularly impressive, given STR and JLL report Melbourne has welcomed 81 new hotels and over 5,200 rooms in the five-year period between 2019 and 2024, with another 2,000 rooms still to come, said Accommodation Australia (Victoria) General Manager, Dougal Hollis.

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3 vital questions every hotel general manager should be able to answer

Demand Calendar

Its no longer enough to glance at daily occupancy numbers or fleeting ADR trendshoteliers must dig deeper to ensure that every decision they make aligns with profitability and guest satisfaction. Every hotel general manager should address these three pivotal questions: What are your most profitable guest segments and customers?

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Exclusive: hoteliers reveal impact of Taylor tourism as Swiftsteria takes hold

Hotel Management

Occupancies are at unparalleled levels over the concert periods, and we have also seen a surge in regional demand as Swifties take the opportunity to travel further. For both the Melbourne and Sydney concerts we’ve seen a bump in hotel occupancy around the event dates, and our restaurants have also seen great reservation numbers.

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Boost Hotel Occupancy: Focus on Forecasting Destination Demand

Demand Calendar

Destination demand forecasting estimates the overall daily demand for hotel rooms in a particular destination. This type of forecasting is essential for understanding the total demand for accommodation in a destination.

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Hotel forecasting: Methods for small hotels

Little Hotelier

What is hotel forecasting? Hotel forecasting, also known as hotel demand forecasting, is a strategy that sees a hotel analyse historical data and trends to make predictions about future demand. Once your hotel has an idea of demand, you can make tweaks to your room and service prices that help maximise revenue and occupancy.

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Hotel Director: Key roles & responsibilities

SiteMinder

The title can varysome properties use terms like hotel manager, lodging manager, or director of hospitalitybut the core responsibilities remain the same. The hotel director sets expectations for service, supports team performance, and ensures the property is meeting its revenue and occupancy targets.

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What is Yield Management: Guide for Hotels

SiteMinder

Over time, these roles matured and transformed, giving birth to the modern-day revenue or reservations managers. In the context of smaller establishments, such as boutique hotels or bed and breakfasts, it’s often the general manager who dons the hat of a revenue manager, juggling multiple responsibilities.