Is Tracking RevPAR Still Relevant in Today’s Hotel Landscape?
For decades, Revenue Per Available Room (RevPAR) has been the gold standard for measuring a hotel’s financial performance. By combining occupancy and average daily rate (ADR), RevPAR provides a snapshot of revenue generation efficiency. But with shifting market...
Why an Optimised GDS Profile Can Boost Your Hotel Bookings
The Power of an Optimised GDS Profile Your GDS profile is the first impression many travel professionals will have of your hotel. If the information is outdated, incomplete, or inconsistent, you risk being overlooked. An optimised profile ensures that your property...
Boost Your Hotel’s Bottom Line: Why Revenue Management Systems are Essential for Independent Hotels
Maximizing hotel revenue while maintaining guest satisfaction is the ultimate balancing act for managers. For independent hotels, this challenge is amplified by limited resources and the need to compete with larger brands. Enter the game-changer: Revenue Management...
The Power of Visual Storytelling: How Quality Photography and Videography Boost Direct Hotel Reservations
In today’s digital-first world, travelers are increasingly drawn to captivating visual content that tells a story. For independent hotels, investing in quality photography and videography is no longer just an option—it’s a necessity. These visual elements are the...
Unlocking Direct Reservations: How Independent Hotels Can Efficiently Leverage AI
In today’s competitive hospitality landscape, independent hotels face a unique challenge: how to attract direct bookings without the deep marketing budgets of big hotel chains. The solution? Artificial Intelligence (AI). By integrating AI-powered tools and strategies,...
Corporate Travel Trends for 2025: A Guide for Independent Hoteliers
The corporate travel landscape is evolving rapidly, and independent hotels are uniquely positioned to thrive. With business travellers increasingly valuing personalized experiences, sustainability, and flexibility, boutique properties have a competitive edge over...
Why Independent Hotels Should Invest in Paid Media to Increase Direct Reservations
Why Independent Hotels Should Invest in Paid Media to Increase Direct Reservations In today’s competitive hospitality landscape, independent hotels face unique challenges in boosting direct reservations, especially when competing with large hotel chains and online...
Uber Takes Travel Further: A Bold Move to Acquire Expedia
Is Uber about to take over Expedia? – What Uber’s potential acquisition of Expedia could mean for hoteliers The travel and hospitality industries are monitoring the recent news that Uber may be eyeing a possible acquisition of Expedia. While it’s just a...
