SiteMinder

JANUARY 14, 2025

The name is actually one long acronym: Sabre stands for “Semi-Automated Business Research Environment”, and GDS stands for Global Distribution System . A presence on the GDS can earn you more bookings and drive more revenue. Created back in the 1950s, the GDS was the first technology of its kind.

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Hotel Business

FEBRUARY 25, 2025

Hotels can now manage their pricing strategies more effectively, using real-time data to capitalize on demand fluctuations while ensuring full inventory exposure across global distribution channels.

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Hotelogix

NOVEMBER 28, 2024

It can directly impact revenue, guest satisfaction, and your ability to scale. A channel manager connects your property management system to booking platforms such as OTAs, GDS (Global Distribution Systems), and direct booking engines. Delays can lead to double bookings or lost revenue.

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SiteMinder

AUGUST 11, 2024

It’s hard to imagine revenue management before the advent of hotel software and systems. Thanks to these solutions, today’s revenue manager can produce forecasts, distribute inventory and adjust rates with speed – a stark contrast to the manual and long drawn-out processes that defined the practice in the past.

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Hotelogix

FEBRUARY 17, 2025

Introduction: The Hidden Revenue Killer for Hotels Did you know that hotels utilizing a mix of OTAs, metasearch engines, and direct booking strategies experience significantly higher revenue growth than those relying on a single channel? Global Distribution Systems (GDS) – Used mainly for corporate travel bookings.

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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.

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SiteMinder

JUNE 11, 2024

We recently spoke to Alexandra Rolton , Strategic Sales & Key Account Manager , about the group’s operations and how it has been utilising SiteMinder’s platform to optimise operations and revenue strategies. “We We provide versatile accommodations which allow us to work with both long and short term guests,” she said.

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Hotelogix

OCTOBER 4, 2024

For small and mid-size hotels, having the right OTA ( Online Travel Agencies ) channel manager is critical. This tool not only simplifies operations but also helps maximize revenue and improve the guest experience. This tool not only simplifies operations but also helps maximize revenue and improve the guest experience.

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MEWS

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

Booking channels or distribution channels are different platforms, whether that is your own website, OTAs (online travel agents), global distribution systems or metasearch engines like Google. These channels are leveraged to accept and process reservations, and to drive regular revenue streams.

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SiteMinder

JANUARY 16, 2025

Galileo is a travel distribution platform that utilises a global distribution system (GDS) to allow travel agents to book hotels, flights and other travel services. Learn more How does Galileo GDS differ from other GDS systems? What is Galileo GDS? Travelport also runs the Apollo and Wordspan GDS platforms.

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STAAH

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

Online Travel Agents (OTAs) – Reaching a Vast Audience Leveraging the reach of OTA s such as Airbnb , Expedia, Booking.com , and more can help you tap into a vast user base actively seeking accommodations. OTAs provide travelers with options for comparing prices and deals, making them a crucial channel for attracting bookings.

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Hotel Business

FEBRUARY 22, 2023

OTAs, wholesalers and destination management companies reasserted their dominance across SiteMinder’s Top 12 booking channel lists in most markets as international travel returned, with Booking.com remaining the most popular. Travelers showed a continued openness to book directly with hotels in 2022, despite OTAs regaining ground.

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STAAH

JUNE 6, 2023

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. To make this possible having a robust online booking system is really important to help you reach your revenue goals.

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SiteMinder

FEBRUARY 17, 2025

We spoke with Michela to find out about the benefits Ariv Apartments has experienced from simplified channel management to improved revenue strategies, all while achieving a 20-25% increase in bookings. SiteMinder optimises our booking process and ensures that our apartments are visible and available on all platforms, says Michela.

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Hotelogix

JULY 11, 2024

As an independent hotel owner, you understand the challenges of driving revenue in a competitive market. In this blog, we will delve into different aspects of hotel revenue management and explore top tips and tricks to help you optimize your hotel’s revenue potential. 

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STAAH

OCTOBER 3, 2023

Channel Managers connect to hundreds of OTAs, allowing you to reach more people through one platform. STAAH MAX Channel Manager connects with 200+ global channels. By updating information on the OTAs through an automated connection – no manual process here. Greater market reach. Find all integrations here Reduction in errors.

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Hotel Speak

MARCH 13, 2024

In this comprehensive guide, we’ll cover everything you need to know about distribution strategies. By the end, you will know what a distribution strategy is and have the knowledge to create an optimized distribution approach to maximize reach, boost revenue, and enhance the customer experience.

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Hotelogix

AUGUST 31, 2024

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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Little Hotelier

JULY 20, 2023

Hotel distribution channels are the places that accommodation providers can sell rooms to guests. Hotel distribution channel examples include online travel agencies (OTAs) like Expedia and Booking.com, global distribution systems (GDS), metasearch engines and direct bookings made through hotel websites, or over phone and email.

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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. This blog will explain which channels are the most lucrative for your hotel and how you can maximise revenue using them. Skyscanner – A common choice for travellers on a budget.

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Cloudbeds

JANUARY 22, 2025

EBITDAR formula explained One way to calculate EBITDAR is first to determine earnings by subtracting all expenses from revenue and then adding back five cost categories. EBITDAR is calculated using details from the income statement, which presents a company’s revenues and operating expenses over a specific period.

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Hotelogix

AUGUST 27, 2024

This means using a mix of online and offline channels, like Online Travel Agents (OTAs), meta-search engines, direct bookings, reviews, Global Distribution Systems (GDS), and more. Here are some key points: Reach More Guests: Channels like OTAs and booking sites help hotels attract a bigger audience.

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Cloudbeds

OCTOBER 17, 2024

While you want them to choose your hotel (and ideally book through your website), you should also aim to maximize the performance of your booking channels to generate more revenue at lower acquisition costs. That’s the essence of a hotel distribution strategy. Cost of acquisition – which channels are most cost-effective?

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Xotels

APRIL 3, 2024

XOTELS – Revenue Management eBook In the first chapter of this eBook, we will go over the definition of what is revenue management in the hotel and hospitality industry. Everything will be explained from the fundamentals of revenue management to more advanced practices and strategies.

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Cloudbeds

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

The reservation system acts as the central hub of the reservation ecosystem, which may also include a website booking engine, channel manager, and revenue management system. When integrated, these modules work together to help hotels manage room availability, distribution, reservations, and revenue.

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Inn Quest

AUGUST 15, 2023

Hotels face a daunting challenge as travelers seek convenience and competitive prices: how to efficiently manage their room inventory across multiple online distribution channels while maintaining real-time updates and avoiding overbooking. This is where a hotel channel manager comes into play.

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SiteMinder

FEBRUARY 28, 2023

China’s largest OTA, Trip.com, discovered the most popular destinations so far are Singapore, South Korea, Hong Kong, Japan and Thailand. SiteMinder’s Changing Traveller Report found that just 8% plan to begin their research on a search engine, well down on the global average of 33% – most will begin on specific sites or apps.

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Inn Quest

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

Hotel inventory management is the process of efficiently overseeing and optimizing a hotel’s available resources including rooms, services and facilities, to maximize revenue and guest satisfaction. Food and Beverage: Restaurants, bars and room service are vital revenue streams.

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Xotels

DECEMBER 12, 2024

Have you ever wondered what makes a hotels distribution strategy truly effective? Hotel distribution isnt just about listing your rooms on a few booking sites and hoping for the best. Article Summary What Are Hotel Distribution Channels? What Are Hotel Distribution Channels? Spoiler alert: this is exactly that!

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Hotelogix

OCTOBER 24, 2024

A Central Reservation System (CRS)  helps hotels manage room availability, pricing, and bookings from different channels. These channels include Online Travel Agencies (OTAs) like Booking.com, direct bookings through the hotel’s website, and Global Distribution Systems (GDS).

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SiteMinder

JANUARY 14, 2025

Apollo is a global distribution system (GDS) vendor which allows travel agents to access and book inventory from hotels, airlines, car hires, and more. Apollo is currently owned by Travelport, the worlds third-largest global distribution system vendor (after Amadeus and Sabre). What is Apollo?

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Little Hotelier

OCTOBER 30, 2024

For example, if your PMS is integrated with a channel manager , the interface will ensure that when a room is booked through an OTA, your PMS updates automatically. It’s like having a smooth communication line between all your systems, keeping things running effortlessly. Streamlined operations. Cost-effectiveness.

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Cloudbeds

JULY 15, 2023

For growing hospitality businesses, a channel manager is a fundamental part of successful revenue management and distribution strategy. Channel Management is the process of actively managing the distribution of rates and availability onto multiple online distribution sites. The same happens with a cancellation.

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SiteMinder

AUGUST 1, 2024

SiteMinder’s platform empowers you to execute your hotel business plan seamlessly and drive revenue growth. Key goals: State your main objectives, such as increasing occupancy rates, boosting revenue, or expanding your hotel chain. Revenue and pricing Now we’re onto the good bit!

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SiteMinder

FEBRUARY 13, 2023

OTAs, wholesalers and destination management companies reasserted their dominance across SiteMinder’s Top 12 booking channel lists in most markets as international travel returned, with Booking.com remaining the most popular. Travellers showed a continued openness to book directly with hotels in 2022, despite OTAs regaining ground.

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eZee Absolute

OCTOBER 24, 2024

But before we get into the techie part, let’s understand what exactly hotel distribution is. Simply put, hotel distribution refers to the process by which hotels make their rooms, rates, and inventory available to potential guests. This not only boosts revenue but also enhances the guest experience by making them feel valued.

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Fuel Travel

JULY 11, 2024

It cuts out middlemen, ensuring the best rates for guests and higher hotel revenue. Properties still relying on phone or form bookings are losing revenue, especially amongst younger travelers who are less likely to reach out directly to the hotel. This information is sourced directly from the hotel’s property management system.

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