Here you will find opinion articles written by Patrick Landman

  • Inflation, labour issues, and rising cost to meet the needs of an increasingly tech-savvy and sophisticated guest journey. Is there anything more pressing on the minds of hoteliers, preventing them from having sleepless nights thinking about how to bring down their hotel`s cost and keep their business afloat? With an ever-increasing amount of cost-associated challenges in our industry, this topic couldn't have been addressed at a better time. From our perspective as a hotel revenue management consulting company, we see both challenges as well as opportunities for hoteliers. The key is taking action in an adequate and timely manner, prioritising the right initiatives that truly make a difference. Cost can always be reduced, but how does it impact your day-to-day operations, and how does this reflect on your guest experience? Want to know how to turn cost issues into a competitive advantage? Keep reading our article on how to approach this multi-faceted issue.

  • Today's traveler's journey is more fragmented than ever. With the recent proliferation of new travel super apps, distribution Goliaths such as Google and Expedia updating their ranking algorithms at a frantic pace, and the seemingly unstoppable growth of metasearch engine traffic, building and executing an effective hotel marketing strategy can seem intimidating. Maintaining a holistic, cross-channel approach is essential and always is highly-recommended by our hotel management company.

  • What is the meaning / definition of Modified American Plan or MAP in the hospitality industry? The term Modified American Plan (MAP), refers to a booking option that includes the room night, a [...]

  • What is the meaning / definition of Accommodation in the hospitality industry? The term accommodation refers to a room, building or lodging which provides shelter for a person to stay, sleep and live. [...]

  • In 2024, there are many challenges faced by the hotel industry, which may quickly feel overwhelming to address. However, as a hotel revenue management consulting and hotel management company, we have seen that with the right approach, tech stack, and process streamlining, hotels can drive their success in 2024 and beyond.

  • In the hotel industry, the days of hotels only offering guests standard rooms are long gone! Nowadays, there is a myriad of room types in hotels and suites around the world meaning that [...]