SiteMinder

JANUARY 22, 2025

Sydney, Australia A new report by SiteMinder, the worlds leading hotel distribution and revenue platform, reveals that hotel websites outperformed all other booking sources in driving revenue per booking in 2024, by as much as 60%. This figure was 8.5%

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SiteMinder

JANUARY 14, 2025

The name is actually one long acronym: Sabre stands for “Semi-Automated Business Research Environment”, and GDS stands for Global Distribution System . A presence on the GDS can earn you more bookings and drive more revenue. Sabre GDS finally became operational in 1960. What does Sabre GDS do?

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SiteMinder

DECEMBER 17, 2024

Amadeus GDS is one of the hospitality industrys leading global distribution systems. With connections to 400+ airlines and 50+ rail, cruise and ferry operators, Amadeus is a gateway to new revenue opportunities. What is Amadeus GDS used for? Who owns Amadeus GDS? Amadeus GDS is owned by the Amadeus IT Group.

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STAAH

APRIL 16, 2024

Hoteliers need to employ smart strategies to optimize revenue and profitability. One of the most powerful tools in their arsenal is a robust Revenue Management Solution (RMS). This enables hoteliers to adjust room rates dynamically to maximize revenue based on current market conditions.

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STAAH

SEPTEMBER 4, 2024

STAAH offers a seamless and efficient onboarding process for its Global Distribution System (GDS) integration. This process is designed to help hoteliers expand their market reach, increase bookings, and enhance their overall visibility in the global marketplace.

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Hotel Business

FEBRUARY 25, 2025

Cloudbeds has formed a strategic partnership with Sabre Corporation to deliver a deeper integration between Cloudbeds PMS and Sabres SynXis Central Reservation System (CRS), offering hotels and accommodation providers a seamless solution for managing distribution, reservations and property operations.

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Amadeus Hospitality

OCTOBER 3, 2024

According to the report, nearly all hoteliers are planning to invest more in 2024 than they did last year, with a significant focus on leveraging advanced technologies to streamline operations, improve guest satisfaction, and boost revenue. However, managing all these channels can be confusing for the average hotelier.

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STAAH

AUGUST 6, 2024

The answer lies in the use by over 600,000 Travel Agents of one of the 4 Global Distribution Systems (GDS) – Sabre, Galileo, Amadeus or Worldspan. What is Global Distribution Systems (GDS)? What is Global Distribution Systems (GDS)? How Does GDS Work? How Does GDS Work?

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SiteMinder

JUNE 26, 2024

What is revenue optimization? Revenue optimization in hotels is a comprehensive strategy that accounts for all revenue streams and uses data to enhance the overall revenue performance of the business. Table of contents Why is hotel revenue optimization important? Our smart hotel platform helps you do exactly that.

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Hotelogix

NOVEMBER 28, 2024

From hotels and vacation rentals to holiday apartments, properties of all types rely on channel managers to simplify operations. It can directly impact revenue, guest satisfaction, and your ability to scale. Delays can lead to double bookings or lost revenue. Choosing the best channel manager isn't just about convenience.

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SiteMinder

JANUARY 14, 2025

Travelport GDS is a global distribution system vendor that connects travel service providers (hotels, airlines, car hire companies) with travel agents who book these services on behalf of their clients. The GDS can be a game-changing channel for hotel groups and chains that are looking to compete globally and expand their reach.

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SiteMinder

AUGUST 11, 2024

It’s hard to imagine revenue management before the advent of hotel software and systems. Thanks to these solutions, today’s revenue manager can produce forecasts, distribute inventory and adjust rates with speed – a stark contrast to the manual and long drawn-out processes that defined the practice in the past.

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SiteMinder

JUNE 11, 2024

Brady Hotels & Apartments is an independent hotel group owned and operated out of Melbourne, Australia. We recently spoke to Alexandra Rolton , Strategic Sales & Key Account Manager , about the group’s operations and how it has been utilising SiteMinder’s platform to optimise operations and revenue strategies. “We

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SiteMinder

JANUARY 16, 2025

Galileo is a travel distribution platform that utilises a global distribution system (GDS) to allow travel agents to book hotels, flights and other travel services. Galileo GDS is owned and operated by Travelport, one of the three major players in the GDS space (along with Amadeus and Sabre). What is Galileo GDS?

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Cloudbeds

JANUARY 22, 2025

EBITDAR (Earnings Before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation, Amortization, and Restructuring/Rent) is a profit metric that excludes costs not directly related to operational performance. EBITDAR is calculated using details from the income statement, which presents a company’s revenues and operating expenses over a specific period.

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SiteMinder

JANUARY 30, 2023

The accommodation, with more than 17 years in operation, is one of the most sought-after places worldwide, and has held the title of “World’s First Seven Star Boutique Hotel”. Just like all the very best hotels around the world, The Hanging Gardens of Bali is intent on prioritising guest experience.

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SiteMinder

FEBRUARY 17, 2025

This innovative approach has been implemented by Chief Commercial Officer (CCO) Michela Pittaluga and her dedicated team, with help from SiteMinders platform to optimise operations, streamline the booking process and enhance the overall guest experience. We save about 50% in daily operations.

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Hotel Speak

MARCH 13, 2024

In this comprehensive guide, we’ll cover everything you need to know about distribution strategies. By the end, you will know what a distribution strategy is and have the knowledge to create an optimized distribution approach to maximize reach, boost revenue, and enhance the customer experience.

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STAAH

FEBRUARY 7, 2023

As the markets have opened up and travel continues to rise, Hoteliers should not ignore this important market segment – Corporate clients to maximize occupancy and revenue. In the hotel industry, corporate clients can represent a significant source of revenue, as they often book rooms for business travel, conferences, and other events.

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Hotelogix

JULY 11, 2024

As an independent hotel owner, you understand the challenges of driving revenue in a competitive market. In this blog, we will delve into different aspects of hotel revenue management and explore top tips and tricks to help you optimize your hotel’s revenue potential. 

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Hotel Business

FEBRUARY 22, 2023

Globally, a hotel’s website was more important as a source of revenue in 2022 than it was in 2019, despite hotel websites moving down SiteMinder’s Top 12 lists in 42% of countries year-on-year. The ranking of hotel websites as a revenue generator remained on par with 2019’s lists in 72% of markets, and ahead in 28%.

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SiteMinder

AUGUST 13, 2024

Cody Walker , Revenue Performance Director , mentioned that in response, “we created a new category by providing personalised, modern apartments that inspire and promote your wellbeing. What started as a handful of properties has grown to over 700 units globally, and is now supported by SiteMinder’s leading hotel platform.

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Cloudbeds

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

We’ll also show you how to harness this powerful technology to capture more reservations, streamline booking processes, save time and costs, and increase guest satisfaction – whether you operate a hotel, hostel, motel, B&B, or vacation rental company. What is a hotel reservation system? How do hotel reservation systems work?

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Inn Quest

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

Managing your hotel’s inventory efficiently can significantly impact your bottom line, guest satisfaction and overall operational effectiveness. Food and Beverage: Restaurants, bars and room service are vital revenue streams. At a glance: What is Hotel Inventory Management?

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SiteMinder

JANUARY 8, 2024

Hotel management is the practice of overseeing every operation of the business to ensure consistent growth and development. Hotel management made easy Streamline hotel management, boost revenue, and enhance guest experience with SiteMinder's smart platform. Operations management in the hospitality industry is a broad term.

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Xotels

APRIL 3, 2024

XOTELS – Revenue Management eBook In the first chapter of this eBook, we will go over the definition of what is revenue management in the hotel and hospitality industry. Everything will be explained from the fundamentals of revenue management to more advanced practices and strategies.

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SiteMinder

OCTOBER 11, 2022

However, this team is tasked with overseeing all aspects of the hotel’s operations. From hiring all staff to scheduling maintenance to creating new revenue management strategies , the hotel management team is extremely busy. Operations manager. Revenue manager. Night duty manager. Front of house manager. Sales manager.

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Hotelogix

AUGUST 31, 2024

A Global Distribution System (GDS) is a computerized network used by travel agents, online travel agencies, and corporate travel managers to book travel services like hotel rooms, airline tickets, car rentals, and more. Why is a Global Distribution System Important in the Hotel Industry?

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Hotel Speak

JULY 24, 2024

Effective hotel distribution strategies enable hotels to target the right audience, optimise occupancy rates, and enhance revenue management. Hotels have worked with third parties such as airlines, travel agents, online travel agents (OTAs) and the Global Distribution System (GDS) for decades.

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STAAH

JUNE 6, 2023

It plays a key role in the overall success of a hotel’s operations. To make this possible having a robust online booking system is really important to help you reach your revenue goals. 2) Boost your Revenue: Direct bookings generated through a hotel booking engine can significantly boost revenue.

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SiteMinder

AUGUST 1, 2024

It serves as a roadmap for your hotel’s success, helping you attract investors, secure funding, and make informed decisions about your operations. It’s a vital tool for any hotel owner or operator, whether you’re starting a new hotel, expanding an existing business, or improving your current operations.

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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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SiteMinder

JANUARY 8, 2024

Hotel management is the practice of overseeing every operation of the business to ensure consistent growth and development. Hotel management made easy Streamline hotel management, boost revenue, and enhance guest experience with SiteMinder's smart platform. Operations management in the hospitality industry is a broad term.

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SiteMinder

JANUARY 14, 2025

Apollo is a global distribution system (GDS) vendor which allows travel agents to access and book inventory from hotels, airlines, car hires, and more. Apollo is owned and operated by Travelport, one of the three major players in the GDS space Travelport also runs Galileo and Wordspan. What is Apollo?

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SiteMinder

APRIL 26, 2023

Diego Fernández , the group’s Corporate Director of Revenue and Distribution , says that working with SiteMinder has been a great advantage when launching hotels in new countries. “As As a global provider, you can be confident that wherever you go, SiteMinder will be there.

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Little Hotelier

JULY 31, 2024

Operating since 2016, the property attracts both domestic and international tourists in large numbers, thanks to high quality service alongside 4-star facilities such as the Infinity Sky Pool, ballroom & meeting room, spa, gym, and free shuttle services. It can show which source markets have high demand,” she explained.

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SiteMinder

JULY 15, 2024

Operating since 2016, the property attracts both domestic and international tourists in large numbers, thanks to high quality service alongside 4-star facilities such as the Infinity Sky Pool, ballroom & meeting room, spa, gym, and free shuttle services. “It can show which source markets have high demand,” she explained.

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