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Is the Global Distribution System (GDS) a Good Fit for My Property?

STAAH

Global Distribution System (GDS) serve as a network that allows over 600,000 travel agents globally to access your hotel’s room availability and rates in real time. To assist you in determining whether to list your property on a Global Distribution System (GDS), we have compiled a checklist of questions.

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Amadeus Ups Investment in the Future of Its Business

Skift Blog

Skift Take: The future role of the global distribution system could be a lot different than it is today. Amadeus is investing to ensure it maintains its place in that future. Justin Dawes Read the Complete Story On Skift

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American Airlines Will Offer Its New Fares in Sabre From April 3

Skift Blog

Skift Take: There’s no going back with the final global distribution system in place, so next week really is crunch time for whether corporate travel booking flows will face an apocalyptic disruption — or not. Matthew Parsons Read the Complete Story On Skift

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What is a GDS and Does My Hotel Need It?

Webrezpro

GDS stands for global distribution system and is essentially a central reservation system for hotels, airlines, rental car companies, cruise lines, and other travel services worldwide. More than half of global […] The post What is a GDS and Does My Hotel Need It?

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What is a global distribution system (GDS)?

MEWS

What is a global distribution system (GDS)? A global distribution system (GDS) is a platform that acts as a bridge between travel agents and service providers like hotels.

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STAAH’s 2024 Channel Insights: Direct Bookings Surge in India

STAAH

Global distribution systems also showed consistent performance, with STAAH GDS making it to number seven on the list. This new cohort of channels showcases the openness of hotel businesses to employ a broader, multichannel approach as a way of connecting with more niche or harder-to-reach customer segments.

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Advantages of Global Distribution System(GDS) for Hotels

Hotelogix

Global distribution systems (GDS) have been a mainstay in the travel industry since travel agents began using them in the 1970s. This connective service links buyers with hotels, airlines, and car rental services in one system, benefiting the travel services, the travel agent, and the end-user.