Seafarer Resort and Beach
Relax by the bay at Seafarer Resort and Beach. Nestled in Key Largo, Florida, this property is ready for you with a complimentary breakfast. You can borrow one of their free kayaks to explore the clear waters or stroll the restaurants for stuffed lobster (you need lunch too!). Seafarer Resort and Beach has chosen our […]
Casa Cenote
Treat yourself to a vacation at Casa Cenote. Located in Tankah Tres, Mexico, this property nestles between a freshwater cenote and a white-sand beach on the Caribbean. You can swim, snorkel, or take an introductory diving class. And they start your stay off right with a complimentary welcome cocktail! Casa Cenote has chosen our cloud-based […]
Hospitality Trends for the New Year
Many people make New Year’s resolutions for their personal lives, so why not for your business too? With 2025 just around the corner, resolve to harness hospitality trends that reflect your guests’ needs to elevate your property’s stay experience and bottom line. Bleisure Travelers and Workcations A blend of business and leisure, bleisure was coined […]
Galaxy Hotel
Book yourself a stay at Galaxy Hotel in St. Petersburg, Florida. You can stroll the galleries and museums, see theater performances, and play a round or two of golf. There’s plenty of culture and plenty to do! The hotel even has its own Italian restaurant and rooftop bar. Galaxy Hotel has chosen our cloud-based WebRezPro […]
9 Tips for a Breakfast Your Guests Will Love
Breakfast is an excellent way to add value to a guest’s stay, whether they’re a road warrior looking to fuel up or a resort goer in search of salmon quiche. It’s especially helpful for families who need those kids fed ASAP before a tantrum hits. As of 2019, 65 percent of American travelers would give […]
8 Ways to Recruit Hotel Staff
A thriving hotel depends on skilled, happy employees who deliver great customer service. Hospitality is, after all, a people business. However, recruiting and maintaining hospitality workers remains a struggle with over 75 percent of American hotels short staffed as of summer 2024. The good news is that there are multiple ways to recruit quality staff, […]
Catcha Falling Star Resort
Relax by the Caribbean at Catcha Falling Star Resort. Located in Negril, Jamaica, on the bluffs overlooking the sea, this resort is ready for you, whether you’re there for a simple stay… or planning your wedding. You can watch the dolphins gambol and soak away your stress in the jacuzzi. Catcha Falling Star Resort has […]
Maintaining the Human Touch in a Touch-free World
While mobile check-in, messaging, and other automated solutions were steadily gaining traction in hotels before Covid-19, these applications are more relevant than ever in a post-pandemic world. Automated hotel technology is designed to augment the guest experience and improve workflow by expediting administrative touchpoints. As consumer demand for mobile grew, the hospitality industry answered with […]
8 Ways to Attract Domestic Travelers to Your Hotel
With the exchange rate being favorable, many travelers have recently taken off for international destinations, but the domestic market is still going strong. Ninety-two percent of US domestic leisure travelers are planning a vacation over the upcoming six months (as of August 2024), and domestic travel around the globe is predicted to increase three percent […]
7 Business Travel Concerns and How to Address Them
Business travel is on the road to recovery and predicted to reach 95 percent of 2019 levels by the end of 2024. However, the landscape has changed post-pandemic with new concerns and challenges affecting the accommodation choices business travelers make. Here’s how you can address these concerns to convince guests to book with you. Safety […]
10 Crucial Things to Consider When Acquiring a Hotel
Acquiring a hotel is an exciting endeavor! It’s also a significant investment not only in terms of money but in terms of time and other resources. Before making commitments, you need to be sure that the return on your investment will be worth it. The good news is that 82.5 percent of food service and […]
Avola Mountain Lodge
Escape to the peaks at Avola Mountain Lodge. Located in Avola, British Columbia, this property is perfect for biking, hiking, fishing, and more. They’re pet friendly as well and offer complimentary breakfast–load up before you start that hike! Avola Mountain Lodge has chosen our cloud-based WebRezPro Property Management System to help run their operations. Check […]
How to Build Credibility to Win Loyal Guests
Many of us find it difficult to make a decision among limitless options. Take streaming services, for example. The endless movies and TV shows and the idea that there’s always something better out there make it difficult to confidently choose something to watch. Countless online hotel booking options have the same effect, so as a […]
How to Make Music Work For Your Hotel
As a hotelier, your biggest concern is ensuring a great guest experience to attract new business and encourage repeat stays. Providing excellent customer service and five-star amenities is essential, as is creating the right atmosphere. People experience things with all of their senses, so ambiance matters. An overwhelming scent or off-putting lighting can tarnish a […]
9 Ways Hotels Can Engage with Their Communities
A hotel and its community prosper alongside one another. Hotels that form local partnerships and appeal to residents support the community, and a thriving community attracts more visitors. Participating in ESG (environmental, social, and governance) initiatives in your area not only contributes to the community’s success but shows guests that you care about more than […]
8 Basics Every Hotel Needs to Get Right
While fancy amenities, special packages, and added extras bring in bookings, it’s important not to lose focus on the essential elements of running your property. Think of your extras as the frosting and your basics as the cake. The frosting may be most delectable, but if the cake tastes funny, no one will eat it—or […]
Fresh Fall Marketing Ideas to Spice Up Your Shoulder Season
With mornings becoming chillier and leaves beginning to turn, shoulder season is on its way. However, it isn’t the quiet, sleepy travel period that it used to be as concerns over cost, climate change, and overtourism drive guests to book differently. Seventeen percent of summer trips are planned for September after Labor Day this year, […]
Better Together: Advantages of a PMS and CRM Integration
Your property management system (PMS) is the digital command center of your lodging business, enabling you to streamline reservations, housekeeping, accounting, guest communications, and much more. However, for your PMS to be most effective, it should integrate with your other software to maximize efficiency and the power of your data. Point of sale (POS), online […]
Wellness Travel Trends for Boutique and Spa Hotels
In today’s fast-paced world, the concept of getting away from it all has taken on a whole new meaning. People aren’t just looking for relaxation; they’re seeking a genuine escape, a chance to rejuvenate, both mentally and physically. While jetting off to a faraway, all-inclusive resort might be one option, there’s a growing trend towards […]
Amenity or Annoyance: How Does Your Hotel Wi-Fi Measure Up?
In the modern age of hospitality, where smartphones are practically glued to our hands and laptops are as common as room keys, hotel Wi-Fi isn’t just a luxury—it’s a necessity. But is your property’s Wi-Fi an amenity that guests can’t live without or an annoyance that leaves them frustrated and ready to check out early? […]
FOUND Hotel San Francisco
Book your stay at FOUND Hotel San Francisco where you can see the Golden Gate Bridge, visit Dragon’s Gate in Chinatown, and take a short walk to Union Square. The refurbished, revitalized property is perfect if you’re looking for an extended stay, with a central kitchen and onsite laundry. FOUND Hotel San Francisco has chosen […]
How to Use Booking Engine Data to Boost Bookings
To entice guests, you have to know about them—their demographics, their likes and dislikes, and what they consider a great experience. You can use your online booking engine to collect this data, and if not surprise them, at least delight them. If you don’t have a direct online booking engine, you need one. Not only […]
8 Ways to Avoid Employee Burnout
Burnout is a crucial reason why so many in the hospitality industry have left. Even before the pandemic in 2019, eighty percent of those in the food service and hospitality sectors reported feeling this way, and the job has only gotten harder since, with increased customer expectations, intense cleaning protocols, and staff shortages. Staff shortages […]
7 Simple Ways to Personalize the Guest Experience
Today’s travelers seek personalized guest experiences, which in turn require robust, flexible hotel technology. Personalization is no longer a trend—it’s an expectation. However, it doesn’t have to be complicated or expensive. In fact, small, independent lodgings are perfectly positioned to curate individualized stays for their guests. Here are seven simple ways to do it. Build […]