Travel and tourism is among the fastest growing industries of the 21st century. Few hoteliers today would argue with that. Global tourism numbers are growing and new visitor trends are…

When Brian Chesky went up to seven prominent investors in 2008, he was seeking $150,000 for 10% of his accommodation sharing portal, Airbnb. He didn’t get his funding,…

Few would argue that hospitality is an extremely competitive industry. Hoteliers have to constantly stay up to date with the latest trends in order to stay relevant. With guest becoming…

Planning is a critical part of any business. Without analyzing the market, consumer trends, running costs and other important elements, no company can ensure consistent profitability. Hospitality in particular demands…

Over the last few years, hospitality in India has seen the budget hotel segment grow and stamp its authority on the industry. This has proven to be a game-changer with…

Computing power is being displaced away from traditional computing devices at a dizzying pace. It’s only a matter of time before desktops are done away with altogether in favor…

The relationship between hotels and online travel agencies (OTAs) has always been a complicated one. There’s no denying the impact that OTAs have had on global travel and hospitality,…

Online sales make up the bulk of any hotel’s distribution today. The internet has given independent hoteliers unprecedented exposure, providing them with the opportunity to attract legions of travelers…

The Internet has changed the world. A lot. Consumers no longer bow and scrape to companies. Now, it’s the other way around, which is pretty much how it should…

Social media is one of the most effective marketing platforms for the hospitality industry, and for businesses in general. Though some might still be adamant that social media marketing is…