Is your independent hotel prepared for busy season?
With spring making its annual debut, independent hoteliers are looking forward to the upcoming busy season. However, to ensure its success, operators must begin preparing now. Here are a few important...
View ArticleThe Pros And Cons Of Overbooking
The Pros And Cons Of Overbooking Overbooking is a strategic tool used by hoteliers to guard against leaving guestrooms vacant so they can maximize occupancy and revenue. While 100% occupancy is the...
View ArticleGet connected to Airbnb with innRoad
Get connected to Airbnb with innRoad innRoad now offers independent lodging properties connectivity to Airbnb, the global online marketplace offering travelers lodging and tourism experiences. Airbnb...
View ArticleHow Online Reviews Impact Hotel Revenue
Online reviews are shaping the shopping habits of consumers. Before making important purchases, many consumers read online reviews to gather opinions from other shoppers. The influence of online...
View ArticleBooking abandonment: Why it happens and how to solve it
Booking abandonment occurs when consumers visit hotel websites, initiate the booking process but then fail to confirm a reservation before leaving the site. For hoteliers, this represents an enormous...
View ArticleBenefits of direct bookings for independent hotels
Direct booking is a vital component of many independent hotels’ inventory distribution strategy. Here are some of the key benefits independents gain from direct booking: More control over the online...
View Article5 Questions To Ask Your Property Management System
Shopping for a new property management system (PMS) can be challenging. In addition to the financial commitment, it requires an investment of effort and energy from hotel team members to utilize the...
View ArticleLeveraging technology to improve the hotel guest journey
Planning and booking Technology is changing how hotel guests navigate their individual travel journeys. With a few taps on a mobile device, travelers can customize their experience by seeking...
View Article3 reasons why independent hotels should embrace social media
While many independent hotel operators have developed the skills to fully leverage the influence of social media for their property, others still have opportunities to get more value out of these...
View ArticleDirect bookings: Where we started, where we’re going
Within a relatively short timeframe, technology has quickly reshaped some of the hotel industry’s most essential functions. For example, look no further than direct booking. The fully automated...
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