Booking.com cutting paid media spending to focus on direct bookings - The OTA is reducing its investment in paid media as it seeks to drive more direct bookings through its loyalty program.

May 6, 2024 • Hospitality

The hotel industry should refine its definition of 'brand' - Brands are being seen differently by industry insiders and travelers. It's time to bridge this gap..

May 6, 2024 • Hospitality

Booking Holdings tops Q1 profit estimates - The higher-than-expected room night growth was driven by healthy demand with better-than-expected performance in Europe.

May 3, 2024 • Hospitality

Booking.com expects slowdown in bookings - The company expects room night bookings to slow in the current quarter as tensions in the Middle East dampen regional tourism.

May 3, 2024 • Hospitality

Expedia lowers 2024 growth forecast - The company cut its full-year revenue growth forecast, as gross bookings were hit by a drag in its vacation rental platform and poor performance in its business-to-consumer segment.

May 3, 2024 • Hospitality

Marriott raises 2024 profit forecast after mixed Q1 results - The hotel operator raised its forecast for annual adjusted profit, banking on international travel demand to offset normalizing domestic travel in the U.S..

May 3, 2024 • Hospitality

A new approach to hotel management fees - In the ever-evolving hospitality industry, the question of how to effectively compensate hotel operators remains crucial.

May 3, 2024 • Hospitality

How do I get a detailed analysis of my hotel website's performance? - Tools and KPIs for deeper analysis of your hotel website's performance.

May 3, 2024 • Hospitality