by Sonya Taylor | May 22, 2022 | Paid Marketing, Strategy
Gas prices are rising at an alarming amount. And, our industry is noticing the booking window getting shorter and shorter due to travelers’ last-minute decision to get in the car and travel. Capturing last-minute demand aka walk-ins is still relevant. In fact,...
by Stephanie Smith | Apr 21, 2022 | Content, Paid Marketing, Social, Strategy
Previously, we discussed who should be in charge of the social media for your hotel. Whether you are tasking your in-house team or outsourcing to an agency, resources must be determined to dedicate to social media. This includes resources of both time and money. Now,...
by Stephanie Smith | Jan 25, 2022 | Hilton, IHG, Marriott, Paid Marketing, Vendors
Each brand has slightly different channels and opportunities within Koddi, but most are fairly similar. But, you need to understand WHEN and HOW to use each channel based on your hotel needs. You don’t have an unlimited budget, so choose wisely. Direct Media...
by Stephanie Smith | Oct 11, 2021 | Paid Marketing, Vendors
Tripadvisor continues to try to find ways to generate revenue, but how do you know which platforms are best for your hotel? The review-giant-turned-distribution-platform-turned-membership-program just rolled out its fourth program, Tripadvisor PLUS, and time will...
by Stephanie Smith | Oct 3, 2021 | OTAs, Paid Marketing, Vendors
Expedia TravelAds Sponsored Listings, Expedia Groups flagship performance product, has been a necessary paid media tool for hotels to secure premium and additional placement across Expedia Groups brands. When you run Expedia TravelAds, you get the Expedia network...
by Stephanie Smith | Aug 26, 2021 | Paid Marketing, Strategy
Ah, budget season! While all forecasts at this point are worthless, let’s focus on what we know today and make a plan that can be agile with what happens. Since every dollar is scrutinized more than ever before, you need to ensure each marketing dollar is...
