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.

OTA 101

OTA Hotels Revenue Marketing 101

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. Examples of booking channels include your own website, online travel agents like Booking.com, metasearch sites like Google, traditional travel agencies, global distribution systems (GDS), and more.

Global Distribution System 59

Global Distribution System OTA Revenue Hotels 59

Cloudbeds

JANUARY 22, 2025

Optimize revenue Increase ADR and RevPAR using an RMS (revenue management system) , diversify revenue streams (e.g., F&B or events), tap into new market segments such as corporate or family groups, and implement upselling/cross-selling. Improve marketing and distribution Optimize distribution channels to reduce sales commissions.

Revenue 40

Revenue Hotels Operations Average Daily Rate 40

Little Hotelier

OCTOBER 30, 2024

Revenue management integration For properties working with global distribution systems (GDS), a property management system and GDS integration can help maximise exposure. Upselling integrations Maximise your revenue by integrating upselling tools into your PMS.

OTA 59

OTA Motels Upsell Overbooking 59

Fuel Travel

JULY 11, 2024

Enhanced guest experiences An online booking engine is a convenient way to book 24/7, while promoting relevant upsells and promotional offerings. Upselling and Add-On Capabilities: Offering guests additional services or upgrades during the reservation process boosts revenue per guest.

Upsell 52

Upsell Overbooking Hotels OTA 52

Cloudbeds

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

The information is then populated into the PMS and distributed to the hotel’s booking channels with the help of channel management software. These channels may include the hotel’s website booking engine, online travel agencies (OTAs), the global distribution system (GDS), wholesalers, and metasearch sites.

Revenue Management 98

Revenue Management Hotels Revenue Operations 98

Cloudbeds

OCTOBER 17, 2024

Indirect channels, such as OTAs, metasearch sites, Global Distribution Systems (GDS) such as Amadeus and Sabre, travel agents, tour operators, and wholesalers, are third-party platforms that serve as intermediaries by listing hotel rooms.

OTA 76

OTA Occupancy Hotels Revenue 76

Amadeus Hospitality

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

With traveler profiles in place, hoteliers can start to build in personalization with compelling upselling, unique on- and off-site experiences, and value-added offers. To stay ahead, hoteliers must embrace an integrated approach that leverages both direct and indirect distribution channels.

Average Daily Rate 52

Average Daily Rate Global Distribution System Hotels Online Marketing 52

Xotels

APRIL 3, 2024

Revenue Strategies & Tactics Market Segmentation Hotel Pricing Strategies Forecasting & Budgeting Properly How to Distribute Effectively? Global Distribution System (GDS): A GDS system can be defined as a worldwide reservation system that acts as a platform to connect travel bookers or suppliers and hotels.

Revenue Management 52

Revenue Management Revenue Management Forecasting 52

Cloudbeds

JULY 15, 2023

With pooled inventory, advanced rates with discounts or non-refundable rates, and upsell integrations, hotels optimize revenue management with smart pricing strategies. Channel partners Choose a provider that connects to various booking sites and global markets so you can reach travelers from around the world.

Management 76

Management OTA Cancellation Overbooking 76

SiteMinder

JANUARY 8, 2024

Manage your distribution With a Property Management Systems (PMS) in place that integrates with a channel manager, you’ll be able to advertise across many channels whilst maintaining rate parity.

Operations 59

Operations Management OTA Hotels 59

SiteMinder

JANUARY 8, 2024

Manage your distribution With a Property Management Systems (PMS) in place that integrates with a channel manager, you’ll be able to advertise across many channels whilst maintaining rate parity.

Operations 52

Operations Management OTA Hotels 52