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Advantages of Global Distribution System(GDS) for Hotels

Hotelogix

Global distribution systems (GDS) have been a mainstay in the travel industry since travel agents began using them in the 1970s. This connective service links buyers with hotels, airlines, and car rental services in one system, benefiting the travel services, the travel agent, and the end-user.

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

Amadeus Hospitality

Originally published on Hospitality Net By Mirja Sickel, Vice President, Hospitality Distribution, Amadeus Did you know 94% of hotel IT decision makers are planning to invest in technology this year? However, managing all these channels can be confusing for the average hotelier.

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Busting today’s hotel distribution myths

Hospitality Net

Hotels have worked with third parties such as airlines, travel agents, online travel agents (OTAs) and the Global Distribution System (GDS) for decades. The dynamic landscape of hotel distribution offers numerous opportunities for hotels to maximise their market presence and profitability.

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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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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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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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Travellers from China: Marketing to Chinese tourists

SiteMinder

What are Chinese travellers? Chinese travellers are individuals residing in China who travel domestically within their country or internationally to various destinations around the world. Table of contents Why should you capture the attention of Chinese travellers?