eZee Absolute

SEPTEMBER 30, 2022

And there’s no hiding that Online Travel Agents (OTAs) are a major source for optimizing their online booking flow. It is observed that OTAs control approximately 2/3rd of all online bookings. But hoteliers often get muddled among various OTA platforms and miss out on the best ones. Top 10 OTAs to Drive Maximum Bookings.

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STAAH

APRIL 11, 2023

STAAH and OTA Insight customers will now be able to access and visualise OTA Insight’s data directly in STAAH solutions for streamlined decision-making. STAAH and OTA Insight customers will now be able to access and visualise OTA Insight’s data directly in STAAH solutions for streamlined decision-making.

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Hospitality Net

JULY 23, 2023

A hotel booking site, also known as an online travel agency (OTA), is a platform where travellers can book accommodations over the internet. These sites often provide comprehensive information about the hotel, including room availability, amenities, prices, location, and user reviews.

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Inn Quest

JUNE 6, 2023

When it comes to the future of online travel agencies (OTAs) and their role in the hospitality industry, there are a few key trends and factors to consider. In this post, let us focus on the reasons that will point toward the predictions and trends that have impacted OTAs.

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STAAH

OCTOBER 3, 2023

Such as STAAH MAX Channel Manage r integrates between STAAH and Booking.com enabling accommodation providers to update all their rate plans from their STAAH channel manager. Channel Managers connect to hundreds of OTAs, allowing you to reach more people through one platform. Greater market reach.

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Boutique Hotel News

MARCH 6, 2023

Worldwide: Cloud-based business intelligence company OTA Insight has launched Rate Insight+, a commercial tool which combines hotel and short-term rental data into one platform. In March 2022, OTA Insight acquired vacation rental market intelligence company Transparent.

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SiteMinder

AUGUST 28, 2022

It’s well established by now that OTAs (online travel agencies) are crucial for your hotel’s booking success, both as a marketing and distribution channel, particularly as online travel bookings continue to grow. This blog will look at some key insights that help you choose the right OTAs for your accommodation business.

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Little Hotelier

APRIL 14, 2024

By featuring a link to the booking engine on these key sites, traffic is being directed to Haven Hall’s official website rather than the OTAs. The post Little Hotelier makes first-time accommodation management a breeze for Haven Hall Hotel appeared first on Little Hotelier.

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Hotel Business

APRIL 17, 2024

The global distribution system (GDS) continues to perform for independent accommodation providers with reservations up 34.5% on 2019 pre-pandemic levels, according to the Independent Accommodation Insights Report from HotelREZ Hotels & Resorts. in the past year and up 4.2% vs. a decade ago (2014). “The

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Hotel Speak

JULY 20, 2023

OTAs have transformed the way travelers book their accommodations. However, for hotels, these bookings come with their own set of challenges, as OTAs have a profound impact on the revenue of hotels. As a result, hoteliers can proactively engage with guests who book through OTA platforms, even prior to their arrival.

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Hospitality Today

JANUARY 15, 2023

In particular independent accommodations benefit from OTAs by accruing a larger share of bookings than the market average

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Hotel News Resource

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

A survey conducted by WYSE Travel Confederation among 57,000 travelers under the age of 30, revealed that 47% of this demographic book their accommodation on OTAs! It's a figure that's prompting more and more hoteliers to take an interest in the matter and promote their hotel websites.

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Demand Calendar

AUGUST 28, 2023

In the highly competitive hotel market, automated pricing systems have involuntarily joined forces with the OTAs to drive down the price, leading to the commoditization of overnight accommodation.

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Hotel News Resource

APRIL 4, 2024

Online travel agencies (OTAs) that once leveled the playing field for independent properties now dominate, their economic muscle squeezing hotel margins. Meanwhile, the growth in alternative lodging threatens hotels' grip on the accommodations sector.

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Little Hotelier

APRIL 7, 2024

As an accommodation that offers a cosy and private atmosphere, Sangkar Cottage & Eatery complements the perfect holiday in the region of Yogyakarta, Indonesia. Located near the city centre, only about 7km from Jogja and 10km from Malioboro, this accommodation consists of five cottages, each with a mezzanine.

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STAAH

JANUARY 10, 2024

Booking.com, Agoda and Expedia are the most popular OTAs in the region. Travellers showed a strong preference to book directly with hotels in 2023, despite OTAs regaining ground. Direct bookings via STAAH SwiftBook stay strong. Global hotel technology giant, STAAH, has revealed the top channels across its network in United Kingdom.

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STAAH

JANUARY 9, 2024

Booking.com, Agoda and regional OTAs maintain stronghold. Regional OTAs, Trip.com and tiket.com gained one spot each to number five and eight respectively. Regional OTAs, Trip.com, Traveloka and tiket.com maintained or gained on rankings in the top 10 list. Big jump in direct bookings via STAAH SwiftBook, GDS makes a comeback.

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STAAH

MAY 2, 2024

To further strengthen its domestic footprint and expand global reach, the luxury estate has partnered with STAAH to help seamlessly list and manage its inventory across booking channels through the Max Channel Manager which integrates with over 250+ online travel agents (OTAs) globally.

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Little Hotelier

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

Up and running since May 2023, Ultima Guest House is one of the most recommended accommodations for travellers who need to take a breather in Bandung, Indonesia. “If there is a booking from an OTA (online travel agent), we have to input them manually. However, this application still mostly relied on manual processes.

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Hotel News Resource

MARCH 7, 2024

The European hotel industry has been long warning of unfair business practices of the largest Online Travel Agent (OTA) and calls for more fairness and transparency in the online accommodation market. We hope that the European Commission will designate the company as a gatekeeper as soon as possible.

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STAAH

JANUARY 11, 2024

Travellers showed a continued openness to book directly with hotels in 2023, despite OTAs regaining ground. According to the STAAH data, representing 19,000+ properties across 90 countries and 350+ integrations, accommodation providers across the board show holistic commerce strategy aimed to attract the right guest, at the right time. “New

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STAAH

APRIL 8, 2024

Technology plays a pivotal role in shaping the way hotels and accommodations operate and connect with their guests. About STAAH STAAH is a New Zealand-based technology company that specialises in cloud-based channel management and booking engine for accommodation providers helping them maximise their online revenue.

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STAAH

JANUARY 8, 2024

Booking.com and Expedia are the most popular OTAs in the region. Travellers showed a strong preference to book directly with hotels in 2023, despite OTAs regaining ground. Direct bookings via STAAH SwiftBook also in top 3. Booking.com retained the top spot across the region as the most popular online booking platform.

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STAAH

JANUARY 7, 2024

Travellers showed a continued openness to book directly with hotels in 2023, despite OTAs regaining ground,” says Shoaib. New and established online channels are making the distribution mix, allowing accommodation providers to be booked according to evolving seasons and updated traveller preferences that span multiple channels,” says Shoaib.

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SiteMinder

OCTOBER 23, 2023

SiteMinder’s Changing Traveller Report 2023 shines a spotlight on the most critical challenges the accommodation industry is facing when it comes to satisfying guest expectations. The product of 10,000 traveller interviews across 12 markets globally, it’s the largest consumer research on accommodation conducted anywhere in the world.

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STAAH

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

The company has recently acquired the status as an Online Travel Agent (OTA), serving accommodation requests of the Travel Agent fraternity worldwide. Combined with STAAH’s exceptional track record of reliability and robustness, our customers can count on accurate rates and inventory from connected preferred accommodation providers.

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Little Hotelier

APRIL 29, 2024

As an Indonesian paradise for backpackers, both foreigners and locals, Yogyakarta is home to many accommodations. “Incidentally, [this accommodation] is our first project so it’s still early,” he continued. “But so far utilising these two features has really helped us.”

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STAAH

MAY 30, 2023

With the rise of online travel sales and the influence of e-commerce and review sites, accommodation providers must adapt to the evolving distribution landscape. 8) Online Travel Agents (OTAs): Working with multiple online travel agents (OTAs) is crucial for increasing digital distribution and overall occupancy.

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gcommerce

MARCH 25, 2024

In the highly competitive hospitality industry, increasing direct bookings is crucial for hotels and other accommodation providers. Offer Competitive Rates and Value-Added Perks To entice guests to book directly, provide competitive rates that are at least on par with OTA prices.

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STAAH

AUGUST 2, 2023

Commenting on the award STAAH’s CEO Tony Howlett said, “We value our long-lasting partnership with Booking.com highly and we look forward to working side by side with them to help our accommodation partners grow their business.”

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Little Hotelier

JUNE 15, 2023

It now owns an incredible stable of OTAs, with sites like Hotels.com, Trivago and Vrbo all found beneath the group’s umbrella. On the hotel side, Expedia.com is used by all manner of accommodation providers, from multinational chains to holiday homeowners looking to make a bit of money on the side. What are the Expedia subsidiaries?

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Little Hotelier

DECEMBER 4, 2023

Whether the bookings are via OTA or direct channels, everything happens quickly, accurately and automatically. Little Hotelier helps accommodations reach more customers and increase bookings both online and direct bookings. Moreover, technology can help our small accommodation business streamline accounting and revenue collection.”

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Little Hotelier

APRIL 4, 2023

Located in Lembang, West Java, this accommodation is near to recreational facilities such as Lembang Park & Zoo, making it a family’s favourite spot to stop by. Yaputra , the accommodation faced hurdles that affected daily operations. Ahoy explained that room management at his accommodation has become much easier.

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Little Hotelier

JULY 20, 2023

Hotel distribution channels are the places that accommodation providers can sell rooms to guests. Hotel distribution channel examples include online travel agencies (OTAs) like Expedia and Booking.com, global distribution systems (GDS), metasearch engines and direct bookings made through hotel websites, or over phone and email.

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Hotel Business

FEBRUARY 22, 2023

OTAs, wholesalers and destination management companies reasserted their dominance across SiteMinder’s Top 12 booking channel lists in most markets as international travel returned, with Booking.com remaining the most popular. Travelers showed a continued openness to book directly with hotels in 2022, despite OTAs regaining ground.

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STAAH

OCTOBER 24, 2023

With 60% of visitors to Online Travel Agencies (OTAs) eventually checking out your website, the opportunity to secure commission-free direct bookings is substantial. Cost Savings: OTAs are marketing powerhouses, but they come at a cost. What Makes an Internet Booking Engine So Precious?

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STAAH

APRIL 16, 2024

In the ever-evolving hospitality industry, staying competitive demands more than just offering great accommodations and service. Look for a solution that is scalable and flexible enough to accommodate the evolving needs of your business. Hoteliers need to employ smart strategies to optimize revenue and profitability.

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