Expectations for hotels have undergone some dramatic changes in recent years with the introduction of new technologies and the development of world events. However, some aspects of the hotel business will never go out of style. Here are 10...
No matter the size, shape or style of your hotel, delighting guests, surpassing expectations and earning repeat visits can make a big difference to your bottom line. The reason for this is twofold: Firstly, having satisfied (or better...
Technology has drastically changed how we live our everyday lives, from using our phones to stay constantly connected to everything and everyone to using online reviews to help us make almost all of our purchasing decisions.
You only have to have been working in the hospitality industry for a very short time before you have a hilarious dinner time story to tell. Usually it’s something a guest has said or done, or something that has gone completely wrong from...
Research has shown that responding to online reviews, especially negative ones, increases the trust prospective customers have in your hotel, making them more likely to believe that you care about your guests.
It’s tough to sell people on places, rooms and features they’ve yet to encounter in person. Maybe you’ve gone to the effort of carefully designing and delivering an impeccably-styled hotel, but so much of it can only be experienced: the...
Purpose-built, automated software can be invaluable for keeping on top of both front-of-office and back-of-office tasks, especially amid staffing shortages in the hospitality industry. Hoteliers can attest to the countless hours (and...
Hotel maintenance is a complex undertaking, involving a broad spectrum of activities. Keeping systems, equipment, and facilities in working order and in good condition is a top priority for hotel owners, and it directly affects customer...
The slightest margins in key areas can ultimately make or break a business in terms of performance. For many hoteliers, keeping a close eye on the Average Daily Rate (ADR), Occupancy Rate and Revenue per Available Room (RevPAR) is the most...
Airbnb and other similar style listings were booming post-lockdowns, as travellers sought smaller, more intimate lodgings that felt safer than hotels. People wanted to get out and explore again, but they still feared the high risk of...
