Hyatt’s book-direct initiative targets Global Distribution Systems Unlike Hilton and Marriott, Hyatt’s discounted rates of “up to 10 percent” off for Gold Passport members are not available in global distribution systems. Hyatt suggests travel agents go to its website to book the rates. Source: Hotel Marketing Hyatt’s book-direct initiative targets Global Distribution Systems
Airbnb personalizes its app and teases bigger news ahead A key component of the changes is a new matching system that will help guests find homes and hosts that better align with their preferences, and improve recommendations for neighborhoods and experiences. Source: Hotel Marketing Airbnb personalizes its app and teases bigger news ahead
Four Seasons owns top Instagram posts in hotels Instagram’s recent feed changes suggest the days of organic reach are close to an end, but a look at luxury brands’ success on the platforms suggests most have already created a strong foothold. Source: Hotel Marketing Four Seasons owns top Instagram posts in hotels
Hotels in France plan tax revolt Hoteliers in France are planning a tax revolt during this summer’s Euro 2016 football tournament in protest at a partnership between organisers Uefa and Expedia owned online short-term rental firm Abritel-HomeAway. Source: Hotel Marketing Hotels in France plan tax revolt