FOC – Free of charge
What is the meaning / definition of FOC in the hospitality industry?
FOC stands for: Free of Charge.
It is often used in the travel industry to describe (additional) services for which the client does not have to pay for.
An upgrade into a higher room category is often FOC:
- For promotional purposes
- As added value
- In line with complaint management
- In line with loyalty programs
- In case of overbookings in lower room categories
- Etc.
Other examples can be:
See also:
- Complimentary
- Hotel Management
- Hotelย Consulting
- Hotel Managementย Company
- Hotel Operator
- Hospitality Industry
- Hospitality
- Hospitality Management
- Virtual Hotel Operator
- Chain Hotel
- Hotel Chain
- Lodging
Synonyms
- FOC
- Free of Charge
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