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The hidden cost of rate disparity: OTAs undercutting hotels responsible for 50% rise in Cost Per Click (CPC)

Hotel Speak

Analysis of 27million Cost per Click (CPC) impressions shows hotels are forced to pay an average of 47% more per click than if they offered the lowest nightly rate on their own website, a study by global hotel technology specialist SHR shows 1. The increased cost is driven by competition.

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Impact of New DMA legislation: Future of Google + Hotels in Europe

Hotel Speak

Unlike CPC (Cost Per Click) models, these listings are displayed for free, with their positioning determined dynamically by search algorithms, similar to classic SEO. In fact, weve also seen the cost per click (CPC) decrease by up to 30% since the DMA came in, driven by less intense competition for more available ad space.

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How secondary OTAs are disrupting hotel rate strategy

Hospitality Today

For independent and boutique hotels without big-brand muscle, the problem is particularly acute. Independent hotels are most vulnerable: Without brand power or chain-level marketing, independent hotels face more pressure when their rates exceed market averages. weve got you covered.

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The Secrets to Running a High-Performing Amazon Advertising Campaign

Social Hospitality

They allow brands to reach potential customers on the world’s largest online marketplace. Sponsored Products, Sponsored Brands, and Sponsored Display ads are some of the various advertising formats that marketers can use to target customers based on their search terms, interests, and behaviors.

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How To Choose Marketing KPIs

gcommerce

This KPI doesn’t tell you anything about follow-through, but it does give you a general sense of brand reach. Clicks Driving people to your site is a step above showing them your ad. Actively engaging with your content makes your hotel more memorable, making clicks a slightly more accurate representation of awareness than impressions.

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The Most Profitable Marketing Channels for Hotels

Travelboom Marketing

We’ve detailed the most profitable marketing channels for hotels to help you reduce costs, improve performance and increase your bottom line. Profitable Marketing Channels for Hotels CPC Marketing for Hotels Cost-per-click advertising can attract and retain customers , as well as introduce your brand to a new audience.

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Hotels under pressure to respond as OTA competition for guests lead gen explodes — SHR Group’s Hotel Industry Trends Report 2024

Hotel Speak

The battle for direct bookings has entered a new phase as online travel agents (OTAs) ramp up efforts to establish ownership of hotel guests and their booking journeys, a new report from hospitality technology specialist SHR Group reveals. Rod Jimenez, CEO of SHR Group, said: “This is a turning point for the hospitality industry.

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