SiteMinder

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

What is travel technology? Travel technology comprises digital tools and platforms aimed at streamlining operations and enhancing guest experiences in the travel and hospitality sectors. Here’s how travel technology is changing the industry and the possible implications, negative and positive, for hotels.

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Travel Hotels Services OTA 52

STAAH

JUNE 11, 2023

It features all facilities a modern traveller seeks, including free WiFi, free airport shuttle, air-conditioned rooms and on-site food and beverage. The manual nature of updates limited the OTA partners they could work with as the risk of overbooking and other errors was very high, especially as they frequently have connectivity issues.

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Overbooking OTA Revenue Hotels 91

STAAH

MARCH 17, 2024

The Indian hotel no longer struggles with the aftermath of manual inventory and rate management, including overbookings and loss of staff efficiency. This activity was time-consuming for the team and opened the door to issues such as unintentional overbooking or lost revenue due to delayed rate updates.

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Overbooking OTA Revenue Upsell 92

Little Hotelier

MAY 12, 2024

It’s perfect for independent travellers, couples or those looking for a long vacation. When we first started the business, we didn’t know which channels to sell through and what to do if overbooking occurs when selling through multiple channels at the same time,” said Licha. It helps us manage our rooms to prevent overbooking.

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Overbooking Cancellation Accommodation Intent 52

STAAH

AUGUST 27, 2024

Over 87% of GDS hotel reservations are related to business travel. Global Distribution System (GDS) serve as a network that allows over 600,000 travel agents globally to access your hotel’s room availability and rates in real time. Your technology must facilitate real-time updates to prevent issues like overbooking.

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Global Distribution System Accommodation Overbooking Business 96

SiteMinder

OCTOBER 26, 2022

In the digital age managing hotels has a new set of challenges, especially the need to stay alert with room availability & price adjustment while managing online travel agents (OTA). Things get harder when everything needs to be done manually, and the chance of overbooking is high. Establishing room rates is no longer a problem.

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Resorts Overbooking OTA Management 105

STAAH

OCTOBER 15, 2024

Channel Manager Managing multiple distribution channels, from Online Travel Agents (OTAs) to direct bookings, can be complex without the right tools. A channel manager automates this process, syncing room rates and availability across all platforms, reducing the risk of overbookings or pricing discrepancies.

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OTA Overbooking Revenue Management Revenue 52

Inn Quest

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

By implementing an inventory tracking system, hotels can minimize underbooking, reduce overbooking risks, set competitive prices and provide a seamless guest experience, ultimately leading to increased revenue and improved operational efficiency. This prevents overbooking and rate disparities, enhancing the guest experience.

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Management Overbooking Revenue Hotels 87

SiteMinder

JANUARY 21, 2024

Travellers come domestically via Thailand, but many international guests also arrive from Singapore, Germany, Cambodia, United Kingdom, and Northern Ireland. Sohpin.” “We also now have almost zero overbookings, our daily operations are streamlined, and we’ve been able to drastically reduce lost sales opportunities.”

Resorts 52

Resorts Overbooking OTA Occupancy 52

SiteMinder

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

These bookings often occur due to sudden travel plans, business needs, or even whimsical decisions to take a quick getaway. Diverse clientele : Last-minute bookings attract a wide range of guests, from business travellers catching a late flight to spontaneous weekend adventurers.

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Overbooking Occupancy Revenue Hotels 98

Hotelogix

DECEMBER 7, 2023

The advent of Online Travel Agencies (OTAs) has revolutionized the hospitality sector. It allows travellers to compare rates and services of multiple properties.   Understanding OTAs OTAs refer to Online Travel Agencies, which are online hotel booking websites for travelers and online sales channels for hotels.

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OTA Overbooking ROI Hotels 107

Hotelogix

OCTOBER 24, 2024

Channel Manager A channel manager is a software that helps you distribute/update your hotel’s rooms and rates on all the connected Online Travel Agencies (OTA). This would lead to overbooking and double booking. This too, helps you avoid overbooking and double booking. For example, you sell your rooms on 5 OTAs.

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OTA Management Overbooking Cancellation 52

SiteMinder

DECEMBER 3, 2023

According to SiteMinder’s data, of the total reservations made in the last two weeks, 49% are for holidays in December as the long weekend and holiday season approaches, with 47% of November bookings coming from domestic travellers, the highest proportion throughout 2023.

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Overbooking Revenue Hotels Accommodation 59

SiteMinder

MAY 21, 2023

The remarkable service and awe-inspiring ocean views leave a lasting impression on both local and global travellers, making it a coveted destination on their must-visit lists. With a two-way connection between the hotel and online travel agents (OTAs), the PMS automatically updates reservations made through any online booking channel.

Resorts 98

Resorts Overbooking Yield Management OTA 98

Fuel Travel

JULY 11, 2024

It also prevents overbooking and keeps everything in sync, allowing guests to tailor their stay preferences and enhance their experience. 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.

Upsell 52

Upsell Overbooking Hotels OTA 52

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.

Management 52

Management Global Distribution System Overbooking OTA 52

STAAH

JULY 7, 2024

This has not just saved countless hours but has also reduced the risk of errors and overbookings , providing a seamless booking experience for guests. With business being a key segment, STAAH GDS has been critical to enhance CityBlue’s global reach via travel agents and corporate travel planners.

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Revenue Overbooking Hotels Marketing Strategy 99

SiteMinder

MARCH 20, 2024

With unique positioning and unwavering commitment to guest satisfaction, Neera Retreat and its 53 rooms has become a preferred choice for travellers seeking tranquillity and rejuvenation amidst the chaos of urban life.

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Revenue Branding Overbooking Operations 98

Little Hotelier

OCTOBER 11, 2023

For hoteliers, peak travel season is all about making hay while the sun shines. By positioning yourself as the first choice for your target guest, you can charge a higher rates for your rooms – which guests will be more willing to pay given they are competing against so many other travellers.

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Maximum Length of Stay Minimum Length of Stay Overbooking Occupancy 52

Hotel Speak

AUGUST 13, 2024

Today, hotels must maximise visibility to travellers and central to this strategy is the ability to harness the power of different channels to capture the right guest profile. It is crucial that hotels closely manage distribution of rates and inventory to prevent revenue loss, overbooking, or increased fees from third-party channels.

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Revenue Sales OTA Average Daily Rate 87

SiteMinder

APRIL 28, 2022

On the edge of the busy city, The Dylan maintains a sanctuary of calm, with the property seeing guests from all walks of life; from business travelers, to holiday makers, to even those who require accommodation during medical treatments. There are numerous scenarios that could hinder a traveler’s stay. One of these is overbookings.

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Overbooking OTA Occupancy Hotels 52

SiteMinder

NOVEMBER 22, 2023

It can also be a result of external factors like economic downturns or changes in travel trends, which reduce the overall demand for hotel stays. Overbooking Overbooking is a nightmare for any hotel, usually stemming from errors in reservation systems or deliberate strategies to counteract no-shows. The solution?

Overbooking 52

Overbooking Hotels Revenue Occupancy 52

SiteMinder

OCTOBER 10, 2023

Agoda, being one of the leading online travel agencies (OTAs), provides a vast and valuable audience. Control your OTA listings and earn more revenue Say goodbye to overbookings and hello to maximised revenue with real-time inventory and rate management with SiteMinder’s channel management solution.

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Management Overbooking OTA Hotels 59

STAAH

MAY 5, 2024

Coordinating availability across multiple channels was a cumbersome task, often leading to overbookings or missed opportunities. Setting up new online travel agents (OTA) channels during and after the initial set-up was simple.

Management 92

Management Overbooking Revenue Hotels 92

Hotelogix

OCTOBER 11, 2024

Guests might miss flights due to delays, experience personal emergencies, or face unforeseen circumstances that prevent them from traveling. In the fast-paced world of travel planning, it’s easy for details to slip through the cracks. Seasonal Influences: Holidays and special events can impact travel plans.

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Cancellation Occupancy Overbooking Hotels 52

Horizon Hospitality

JULY 10, 2024

Channel Management Software will help manage room inventory across multiple online travel agencies (OTAs) and booking platforms. By ensuring rate parity and availability across channels, you can prevent overbooking and maximize exposure. Segment Your Market: Different customer segments have varying price sensitivities.

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Occupancy Revenue Yield Management Forecasting 52

SiteMinder

MAY 2, 2023

An elegant inner city featuring cafés and shops, a beautiful park, the Hessian State Theatre and countless thermal spas, make Wiesbaden a unique travel destination. At the same time, availability is adjusted across all channels, which reduces the risk of overbookings. “We We save two hours a day using SiteMinder.

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Overbooking Online Sales Hotels OTA 97

STAAH

JUNE 18, 2024

The more intuitive and easier your booking process is, the easier it will be for hotels to compete with online travel agents (OTAs) for direct bookings. Booking process Display accurate, up-to-date information on room availability and pricing to avoid overbooking and ensure transparency.

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Cancellation OTA Overbooking Accommodation 89

eZee Absolute

OCTOBER 24, 2024

Guests expect consistency and ease, whether they’re booking on a hotel’s website or through an online travel agency. These platforms allow travelers to compare prices across multiple booking channels, giving them confidence that they’re getting the best possible rate. Here’s where technology comes in.

Hotels 52

Hotels Revenue Management Overbooking Revenue 52

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. The most popular GDS networks include Amadeus, Sabre, Galileo, and Worldspan.

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Global Distribution System OTA Occupancy Hotels 40

SiteMinder

MAY 17, 2023

Given that VALA Hua Hin – Nu Chapter Hotels has partnered with several travel agencies, staff members had to spend a lot of time inputting data and managing the online sales channels manually. ” Reduced overbooking and human errors The benefits stretch much further than being more efficient and doing things easier.

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Revenue Overbooking Operations Online Sales 52

Fuel Travel

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

It needs to be compatible with your existing technology, look good, and most important of all, convince travel shoppers to book. Your booking engine should have intuitive navigation, clear design, and a truly straightforward process to compare options and get from point A (travel shopping) to point B (making a booking!).

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Hotels Shopping Overbooking Revenue 109

A Sales Guy

APRIL 10, 2017

United overbooked a flight. In an effort to maximize bookings and make sure flights are full, airlines commonly overbook anticipating people don’t show, miss their connections, etc. Had United continued to up the value of a voucher for future travel from let’s say $200 to $400, or to $600, $800, etc. What do I mean?

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Overbooking Travel Sales Services 114

Little Hotelier

JULY 20, 2023

Our aim is to welcome them in the best possible way when travelers arrive at the bed & breakfast. Hence the need for a solution dedicated to small properties to simplify and improve daily operations, integrate all channels, and remove overbookings and human errors.

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Management Overbooking OTA Small Business 75

SiteMinder

MAY 21, 2023

Today, Ping Nakara Boutique Hotel and Spa is beloved by international travellers for its nostalgic appeal and exceptional hospitality. Unfortunately, instances of overbooking would sometimes occur before our staff could update the bookings from all channels.

Overbooking 87

Overbooking Hotels Services Sales 87

STAAH

JUNE 11, 2024

On one side, you have OTAs (online travel agents) that are vital distribution partners to liquidate unsold inventory and put heads in beds. Customer trust: Many travellers trust OTAs due to their established reputation and user-friendly platforms.

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OTA Shopping Occupancy Overbooking 91

SiteMinder

AUGUST 1, 2024

Trip.com is a global online travel agency that connects millions of travellers with hotels worldwide. Market focus : Ctrip focuses on Chinese travellers, whereas eBooking caters to a global audience. This blog will take through everything you need to know about the Trip.com Extranet.

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Revenue Yield Management Overbooking Management 52