Africa’s Opportunity: Tourism Powered by Education and Skills
Tourism is one of Africa's most promising sectors, contributing approximately 8.5% to the continent’s GDP and supporting over 24 million jobs, according to the African Union and the UN Tourism.…
Optimizing OTA Commissions: Keep the Bookings, Strengthen the Partnerships
Online Travel Agencies (OTAs) are vital allies in hospitality. They expand reach, bring in new guests, and boost occupancy - especially in competitive markets. But to make the most of…
Hotelogix surpasses 10K active users, transforming the Philippines hotel industry
Singapore, 19/May/2025: Hotelogix, a globally leading cloud-based hospitality technology provider, has announced that it has surpassed 10,000 active users in the Philippines. Hotelogix has achieved this milestone via its deep…
Multilingual Hotel Websites: Benefits and How to Get Started
In hospitality, understanding your guest starts with speaking their language – and showing up where they’re looking. Lighthouseは、データ主導の分析により複雑な内容を明確にするオールインワンプラットフォームです。 Japanese visitors of the Lighthouse website are met with this message on…
AI in Hospitality: Transforming Service, Operational Efficiency, and Personalization
At its core, hospitality is all about service. In an industry where personalized experiences are paramount, Artificial Intelligence (AI) presents numerous opportunities to enhance operational efficiency and elevate customer service.…
Issue 790: The Independent Hotel as a Cultural Force
Boutique hospitality is asserting its influence across business, policy, and culture. With BLLA’s Boutique Hotel Investment Conference returning to New York on June 4, the spotlight is once again on…
Winning the Direct Booking Game: Your Hotel’s Path to Profitability
Here at OTA Sync, we've helped hundreds of properties increase their direct bookings by an average of 31%. How? By focusing on strategies that actually work instead of industry myths.…
OTAs vs. Metasearch: The Hotel Marketing Dating Game
Imagine you’re navigating the dating app scene. OTAs (Online Travel Agencies) are like matchmakers who introduce your hotel to a broad pool of potential guests. You pay them a commission…
U.S. hotel results for week ending 10 May
ARLINGTON, Va. – The U.S. hotel industry reported negative year-over-year comparisons, according to CoStar’s latest data through 10 May. CoStar is a leading provider of online real estate marketplaces, information…
Hotel Projects Under Construction in the Middle East Increase 8% YOY at Q1 2025
The Q1 2025 Hotel Construction Pipeline Trend Report for the Middle East from Lodging Econometrics (LE) reveals, at the Q1 close, the hotel construction pipeline in the region increased to…