Hospitality Net

OCTOBER 31, 2023

Mews, the industry-leading hospitality cloud, has released a bespoke integration to Expedia Group that allows properties to connect the leading Online Travel Agencies (OTA) directly to Mews PMS.

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OTA Travel Hospitality 246

Hospitality Net

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

Cloudbeds, the hospitality management platform powering more reservations and happier guests for independent lodging businesses around the globe, has today revealed rankings of the highest revenue-generating Online Travel Agencies (OTAs) worldwide, as well as by various countries and regions.

OTA 186

OTA Revenue Hospitality Management Travel 186

Hospitality Net

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

If you work in hospitality, you are aware that one of the main challenges for hotels relies on reducing their dependency from Online Travel Agencies (OTAs). OTAs are offering guests the best of both worlds: lots of information about properties, pricing comparisons and real guests reviews.

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OTA Travel Hospitality Hotels 130

Hospitality Net

JULY 4, 2023

AxisRooms, a leading hotel distribution technology provider, finished integrating its Channel Manager with six Hotel Property Management Systems (Hotel PMSs) and four Online Travel Agencies (OTAs) last month. It will assist hotels in retaining their current Hotel PMSs and increasing their sales through an extensive range of OTAs.

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OTA Management Hotels Sales 260

Inn Quest

OCTOBER 11, 2023

When it comes to planning a trip, choosing the right online travel agency (OTA) can make all the difference. In 2023, the US market is bustling with various online travel agencies, each offering unique features and services for travelers. For travelers seeking informed decisions, Tripadvisor is a highly valuable resource.

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OTA Travel Cancellation Accommodation 88

Hospitality Net

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

Vacation rental software provider Hospitable has announced the launch of Hospitable Connect, making it the first PMS in the world to provide third-party tech platforms with direct access to online travel agents (OTAs) without an integration.Powered by Hospitable’s robust API, Hospitable Connect facilitates a swift and straightforward connection that (..)

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OTA Hospitality Travel 176

Refine

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

In the highly competitive world of online hospitality, mastering the art of OTA listings is not just an advantage—it's a necessity. With most travelers making their accommodation decisions based on OTA rankings and reviews, understanding how to climb these ranks and convert interest into bookings is the key to success.

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OTA Accommodation Travel Hospitality 86

Lodging

APRIL 22, 2024

AMSTERDAM—Booking.com released research with insights gathered from more than 31,000 travelers across 34 countries and territories, exploring the latest consumer attitudes, priorities, and influences related to sustainable travel.

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Travel Consumer OTA Hospitality 278

Hotel Speak

DECEMBER 21, 2023

Cloudbeds’ 2023 data finds that OTAs are back and stronger than ever. The annual report dives into the evolving landscape of Online Travel Agencies (OTAs), offering lodging businesses strategic insights to enhance their distribution strategies and maximize revenue in a dynamic travel market.

OTA 70

OTA Travel Revenue Business 70

Hotelogix

DECEMBER 7, 2023

The advent of Online Travel Agencies (OTAs) has revolutionized the hospitality sector. It allows travellers to compare rates and services of multiple properties. This is the primary reason why as a hotelier, you should know how to select the right OTAs for your hotel.   Why should you partner with OTAs?

OTA 107

OTA Overbooking ROI Hotels 107

Skift Blog

JANUARY 3, 2024

Meanwhile, Google, "an honest/transparent OTA," can do no wrong in Ryanair's eyes. Skift Take: Booking.com can argue that it doesn't used banned screen-scraping to access Ryanair flights. Dennis Schaal Read the Complete Story On Skift

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OTA Travel 315

Hotel Business

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

Hospitality management platform Cloudbeds has revealed rankings of the highest revenue-generating Online Travel Agencies (OTAs) worldwide, as well as by various countries and regions, with Booking.com coming out on top. The post Cloudbeds: Booking.com top revenue-generating OTA for indies appeared first on hotelbusiness.com.

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OTA Revenue Motels Travel 64

eHotelier

MARCH 4, 2024

Travel Outlook, the premier hotel call center™ is pleased to announce a strategic partnership with OTA Savings by x·quic™, the leading provider of AI-powered online travel agent (OTA) reconciliation.

OTA 52

OTA Travel Hotels 52

Webrezpro

JUNE 9, 2023

Online travel agencies (OTAs) like Expedia and Booking.com can bring a significant proportion of revenue to a lodging business, but they also demand high commission fees. Ultimately, the relationship should be determined by the ROI generated from your OTA channels. Do you love ’em or hate ’em?

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OTA ROI Revenue Travel 83

Skift Blog

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

Skift Take: If you work for an online travel agency and suggested it open brick-and-mortar stores to bring customers online, you would get very quizzical looks, at the least. Let's see if it works in Argentina and Brazil for Despegar/Decolar. Dennis Schaal Read the Complete Story On Skift

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Travel OTA B2B 281

eHotelier

FEBRUARY 4, 2024

The race to bring guests into loyalty programs and win greater influence over how and where they shop for travel, possibly for the rest of their lives, is becoming much more intense. Personalization and ownership of the guest profile are top of the agenda for the OTA and hotel operators alike.

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OTA Shopping Hotels Operations 111

Skift Blog

APRIL 9, 2024

Expedia Group recently unveiled new data highlighting how its advertising tools enhance visibility for travel partners on their sites and can augment partner revenue during popular cultural events. Skift Take: If you’re heading to the latest stop on Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour, you will likely need to book a flight and hotel.

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Events Revenue Travel Market 280

eHotelier

DECEMBER 21, 2023

Cloudbeds publishes second annual 'Big Book of OTAs' unveiling 2023 trends in online travel agencies along with a directory of 90+ OTA channels - Suppliers - Insights

OTA 52

OTA Travel 52

Skift Blog

MAY 30, 2023

Skift Take: Today's edition of Skift's daily podcast looks closer at Chinese tourists in the Middle East, reinvention in ground transport, and Hopper's rise as a mobile OTA. Rashaad Jorden Read the Complete Story On Skift

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OTA Travel Tourism 250

Hotelogix

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

Online Travel Agents for hotels or OTAs serve as important distribution channels for hotels. OTAs are online platforms or websites that sell hotel rooms to customers. An excellent marketing strategy incorporates OTAs to boost sales and revenue. These statistics show why OTAs are essential for hotels.

OTA 59

OTA Hotels Online Sales Market 59

Skift Blog

APRIL 25, 2024

Skift Take: Recipe for the most-loved OTA in Southeast Asia = Free flights for a year for as less as $250. Lip smacking, much? Peden Doma Bhutia Read the Complete Story On Skift

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OTA Travel 290

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.

OTA 85

OTA Hotels Accommodation Consumer 85

Skift Blog

MAY 30, 2023

The time it spent on its cutting edge price prediction capabilities have paid dividends, leading to the launch of a suite of fintech products which have been fundamental in Hopper's disruption of the legacy OTAs. Pranavi Agarwal Read the Complete Story On Skift

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OTA Travel B2B 245

Hospitality Net

APRIL 5, 2024

Online travel agencies (OTAs) that once leveled the playing field for independent properties now dominate, their economic muscle squeezing hotel margins. The hotel distribution channel landscape is undergoing a seismic shift. Metasearch engines commoditize the search experience, making standalone properties indistinguishable.

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OTA Accommodation Hotels Travel 237

Experience Hotel

JANUARY 17, 2024

Dans l’univers en perpétuelle évolution de l’hôtellerie, les OTA (Online Travel Agencies, ou agences de voyage en ligne en français) sont devenues des acteurs incontournables. L’Exhaustivité des informations Les OTA misent sur l’exhaustivité et l’accessibilité de leurs contenus.

OTA 52

OTA Market Marketing Travel 52

Hotel News Resource

DECEMBER 20, 2023

Article - Cloudbeds Publishes Second Annual 'Big Book of OTAs' Unveiling 2023 Trends in Online Travel Agencies Along with a Directory of 90+ OTA Channels - Cloudbeds' 2023 Data Finds That OTAs Are Back and Stronger Than Ever.

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OTA Travel Hotels 40

Skift Blog

MARCH 29, 2024

Skift Take: The leaders of MakeMyTrip and Yatra Online advocate for a keep-your-head-down approach: understanding India's latest travelers, focusing on customer retention, and embracing the digital landscape without being bogged down by competitors. Elizabeth Casolo Read the Complete Story On Skift

Travel 280

Travel OTA Tourism Market 280

Hospitality Tech

FEBRUARY 4, 2024

The findings indicate a strong comeback for OTAs, the return of Asian travelers, and a renewed demand for hostels and shared accommodations.

OTA 52

OTA Revenue Accommodation Travel 52

Boutique Hotel News

MARCH 20, 2023

US: Cloud-based hospitality business intelligence platform OTA Insight has announced the appointment of Vivek Bhogaraju as its chief operating officer (COO). Bhogaraju said: “I am thrilled to join OTA Insight and work alongside such a talented, driven and dedicated team.

OTA 52

OTA Scale General Manager Operations 52

Boutique Hotel News

MARCH 20, 2023

US: Cloud-based hospitality business intelligence platform OTA Insight has announced the appointment of Vivek Bhogaraju as its chief operating officer (COO). Bhogaraju said: “I am thrilled to join OTA Insight and work alongside such a talented, driven and dedicated team.

OTA 52

OTA Scale General Manager Operations 52

TravelNet

AUGUST 3, 2023

Managing fees on online travel agencies (OTAs) can be a real headache for property managers. According to a new Forbes report, Airbnb customers in summer 2023 face a whopping average of 36% in added charges above the nightly rate, and the same is probably true for other OTAs. This increases your ranking on OTAs.

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OTA Management Occupancy Services 98

Skift Blog

MARCH 19, 2024

Skift Take: The CEOs of two of India's largest online travel agencies both see huge potential for growth, and room enough for virtually all competitors to thrive. Josh Corder Read the Complete Story On Skift

Travel 273

Travel OTA Business 273

Inn Quest

OCTOBER 24, 2023

Hoteliers often face the decision of whether to focus on direct bookings through their website or rely on Online Travel Agencies (OTAs) to fill rooms. Despite the rising popularity of OTAs, direct bookings continue to hold their own in the competitive landscape.

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OTA Hotels Market Marketing 52

Skift Blog

JANUARY 16, 2024

Skift Take: As brand loyalty and consumer retention become increasingly important business metrics, travel brands must find new and innovative ways to reach and engage consumers. Amazon Ads Read the Complete Story On Skift

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Travel Consumer Branding Business 345

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.

OTA 52

OTA Hospitality Cancellation Consumer 52

Hospitality Net

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

The research by Morning Consult for the American Hotel and Lodging Association reveals a significant dominance of Online Travel Agencies (OTAs) in the U.S. hotel market, controlling 90% of online bookings and receiving over $50 billion annually from hotels.

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OTA Hotel Marketing Hotels Market 182

Skift Blog

APRIL 16, 2024

More solo travelers look for friends with chat tools, and bunking up can bring carbon emissions down. Skift Take: Hostelworld CEO Gary Morrison is ringing in the evolution of the hostel dweller. Elizabeth Casolo Read the Complete Story On Skift

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Travel OTA Hotels 148