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

Amadeus Hospitality

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. Travel sellers say that more than a quarter of all bookings now fall into this category.

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Galileo GDS: Overview for hotels

SiteMinder

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. The GDS offers a way for travel professionals to book travel services flights, hotel rooms, car rentals, tours for their clients.

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Effective Hotel Sales Strategies to Increase Revenue

Hotelogix

Maximize Direct Bookings to Reduce Dependence on OTAs When guests book through Online Travel Agents (OTAs) like Booking.com or Expedia, hotels often have to pay hefty commission fees, sometimes up to 20%. Streamline Distribution to Maximize Visibility Managing your distribution channels is key to maximizing your hotel's visibility.

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Revenue optimization: Full guide for hotels

SiteMinder

Competitive advantage: In a dynamic industry like travel, being able to adapt pricing quickly can give hotels a significant edge over competitors. business travelers, families) and tailor their pricing and promotions accordingly. This allows hotels to forecast future demand and adjust their pricing strategies accordingly.

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Apollo GDS: What do hotels need to know?

SiteMinder

Apollo is a global distribution system (GDS) vendor which allows travel agents to access and book inventory from hotels, airlines, car hires, and more. When a hotel connects to the GDS via a partner like SiteMinder, it becomes bookable on Apollo by travel agents around the world. What is Apollo?

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8 Essential Reasons to Optimize Your Hotel’s Booking Engine

STAAH

Here are 6 reasons highlighting the importance of a hotel booking engine: 1) Increase your Direct Bookings: A hotel booking engine enables guests to book rooms directly through the hotel’s website or mobile app, bypassing the need for third-party travel agents or online travel agencies (OTAs).

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Busting Today’s Hotel Distribution Myths

Hotel Speak

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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