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In a time when most hotel markets face uncertainty, if no softening, in the demand for transients, Revenue Generation Managers can help hotel operations leaders to focus on generating additional revenue from these segments. Here are a few opportunities and the corresponding actions. Focus On Voice. Leaders are still believing the myths that voice distribution is dying, that older guests with less tech savvy will only call, and that Millennials or Gen-Z travelers, who grew up using smartphones, hate to speak to a customer support representative. But smart Revenue Generation Managers understand that the decision whether to book online versus…
Aspen, Colorado is the most expensive destination for tourists in the U.S. If you are on a tight budget, knowing where to look for the best deals is important. cheapest beachesYou can find hotels and flights. For those looking to save money—or inversely, those wanting to spend it—it can also be helpful to know where the most expensive destinations are. The new study is from GOBankingRates The five most expensive U.S. vacation spots prove that you do not need to go abroad to strain your wallet. To determine the most expensive cities in the United States, GOBankingRates analyzed 91 top…
Images by MCR Hotels Louis Riley has been appointed Regional Vice President – Sales with MCR Hotels. MCR Hotels is the third largest hotel owner/operator company in the United States. The firm is based in New York City, London and Chicago. Mr. Riley will work with a defined number of properties within the MCR portfolio to assist, support and direct the sales & operational efforts. He will also play an intricate part in the development side for overall successes, representing Corporate, Owner’s, Sales, Operations, Revenue Management and F&B at respective properties. With more than 30 years of experience as a…
Premier is pleased with the completion of the latest renovation to its upscale service hotel: the Hilton Garden Inn Bethesda. Premier, as part of the $4 million renovation project, provided expertise in interior design, architecture and procurement to transform the hotel’s bar, lounge, restaurant and fitness center. Premier was also responsible for updating the hotel’s arrival and exterior. The Hilton Garden Inn Bethesda program, designed by Premier’s Interior Design Team, was inspired in part by the urban parks that are within walking distance. The charm of downtown Bethesda lies in the public green spaces, trails and urban environments that are…
Whitbread, the owner of Premier Inns in the UK, reported a decline in accommodation sales during its first fiscal quarter. Whitbread is now trying to counteract this by charging for upgrades and other add-ons. The UK accommodation industry revenue fell by 2% in the three months ending May 29. RevPAR dropped 2% and occupancy fell to 78.6%. Whitbread CEO Dominic Paul stated on Thursday’s earnings conference that trading “was done against a backdrop of softer demand”. 1. Premier Inn tries to upsell guests in order to boost their spend.
Key Points The U.S. flight ticket sales of online travel agencies (OTAs) increased 8% in May 2025 compared to the same period last year, bucking a 5% overall decline in air ticket sales by travel agencies. Booking.com is now the number one flight booking website in the U.S., surpassing Expedia. In May, the total amount of air tickets sold was $8.6 billion. The average ticket price fell by 2% while international travel rose slightly. The following is a summary of the information that you will find on this website: Online travel agencies in the United States saw an 8% rise…
You’ve got it. go-to travel outfit Down pat. It’s comfortable yet refined, lightweight but warm. My favorite airport outfit is a pair sleek $100 joggers. Am I right? When a long commute is in order, many travelers choose to wear premium joggers. Some have turned to other brands in order to get the same buttery soft feel for a fraction of what you would pay. Find out what smart shoppers are saying about these $33 Libin joggers Amazon offers a wide range of products. There are dozens of reviewers say These pants rival the popular Lululemon pair, which is known…
Many people enjoy exploring nature on foot. It’s important to prepare for any emergency when you venture into unfamiliar and unforgiving terrain. Staying safe while hiking Notes Chloe WasteneysYellowstone Environmental and Safety Director for Delaware North. She says that “keeping food properly stored, using bear proof containers, and leaving zero trace of food waste is essential for wildlife safety.” Wasteneys also believes that hydration is a safety concern to be kept in mind. first aid, sturdy footwear. moisture-wicking clothing. She also suggests planning ahead: “Check out park websites for the latest conditions, warnings, as well as any road, trail or…
Focus Group Images Focus Group is one of the UK’s leading independent providers for essential business technology. Today, it launches its Focus on Hospitality segment to support the hotel and tourism industry through IT and digitization. Focus on Hospitality provides independent hotels, portfolios, management companies and brands in the UK with tailored and customised consultative support. It will also provide strategic development as well as essential infrastructure. Focus on Hospitality, addressing the increasing dependency on technology as well as digitalisation, is ready to support hospitality systems by providing fully integrated voice solutions and resilient connectivity. Alessandra Leoi MIH has been…
The purpose of this article is determine the fair release pricing for Bordeaux 2024 and compare it with the prices actually paid during the period. en primeur This campaign has now ended. The aim is twofold: to assess the consistency of châteaux’ pricing strategies with the market, and to provide a decision-making tool for industry players. The rise and Fall of Bordeaux En Primeur En primeur It has always been a rare opportunity for wine lovers: young wines are available at prices lower than vintages that have already been released. But at the turn of the millennium, châteaux began to…