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Practical thinking on hotel technology, revenue, operations and the guest experience, from the team building the platform.
Revenue Management
How to Improve Hotel Sales: 15 Proven Strategies to Boost Revenue
The hospitality industry has seen some big changes since 2020, reshaping the way hotels think about sales and revenue. With online travel agencies charging…
Oct 3, 2025 · 16 min read
Digital Marketing
Email Marketing for Hotels: Drive Direct Bookings and Guest Loyalty
Hotels are losing up to 25% of their revenue to online travel agencies through commission fees, making direct bookings more critical than ever before. While…
Oct 3, 2025 · 23 min read
Industry Trends
Top Hotel Chains: The World’s Largest Hospitality Groups in 2025
The global hospitality industry is a powerhouse, generating over $850 billion every year. Yet, interestingly, just a handful of hotel chains manage more than a…
Oct 3, 2025 · 10 min read
Hospitality Industry
DMC Meaning: Understanding Destination Management Companies
Planning corporate events or group travel in places you’re not familiar with can quickly become overwhelming. From figuring out local rules to coordinating…
Oct 1, 2025 · 10 min read
Hospitality Industry
Hotel Rating: Understanding Hotel Star Systems and Classifications
If you’re a hotelier, understanding hotel rating systems is key to positioning your property in today’s competitive market. Whether you run a cozy boutique inn…
Oct 1, 2025 · 9 min read
Industry Trends
Global Distribution System (GDS): Guide for Hotels and Travel Industry
Back in 2019, global distribution systems handled over 2.6 billion flight segments, that's about 60% of all airline bookings made outside of airlines’ own…
Sep 30, 2025 · 13 min read
Hospitality Industry
Hotel Concierge: Roles, Responsibilities, and Career Path
In today’s competitive hospitality world, what sets luxury hotels apart isn’t just fancy decor or plush beds, it’s the exceptional service that guests remember…
Sep 30, 2025 · 7 min read
Hospitality Industry
Software to Manage Airbnb: Grow Your Short-Term Rental Business
Managing Airbnb properties by hand can easily take up 15-20 hours a week for property managers, turning what should be a rewarding venture into a…
Sep 30, 2025 · 9 min read
Hotel Operations Optimization
Hotel Management App: Guide to the Best Hotel Apps
The hospitality industry has seen a massive digital makeover over the last decade. Today, about 65% of hotels with 50 or more rooms have adopted cloud-native…
Sep 29, 2025 · 15 min read
Revenue Management
Hotel Chart of Accounts: Guide to Accounting for Hotels
Running a hotel’s finances isn’t just about keeping the books balanced. With multiple revenue streams, complex day-to-day operations, and strict compliance…
Sep 29, 2025 · 10 min read
Revenue Management
Hotel Accounting: Financial Management for Hotels
Running a hotel is no small feat. The hospitality industry never sleeps, juggling a whirlwind of revenue streams, from room bookings and food and beverage sales…
Sep 28, 2025 · 15 min read
Hotel Operations Optimization
Hotel CRS: Complete Guide to Central Reservation Systems for Hotels
Managing hotel reservations across numerous distribution channels while keeping rates consistent can feel like juggling flaming torches. That’s where a hotel…
Sep 28, 2025 · 7 min read
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