{"id":1532,"date":"2017-01-17T15:16:19","date_gmt":"2017-01-17T15:16:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.gestgid.com\/?p=1532"},"modified":"2017-01-17T15:16:19","modified_gmt":"2017-01-17T15:16:19","slug":"4-reasons-for-more-direct-bookings","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.gestgid.com\/en\/2017\/01\/17\/4-reasons-for-more-direct-bookings\/","title":{"rendered":"4 Facts Why Direct Bookings Matter"},"content":{"rendered":"

In 2017 more bookings for OTAs are predicted. At the same time, bookings via mobile devices are on the rise too. However, the key to success for every hotel is to get as many direct bookings as possible. The key-tool to increase the online appearance of your hotel and to trigger more direct bookings in 2017 is a hotel app that enables you to use direct bookings most effectively.<\/p>\n

Here are 4 facts <\/strong>why direct bookings matter:<\/p>\n

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  1. Direct bookings allow hoteliers to contact guests directly<\/li>\n
  2. Get to know your guest\u2019s preferences through their personal data<\/li>\n
  3. Upselling is made easier by gaining more information about your guests<\/li>\n
  4. Avoid high commission rates<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    gestgid\u00ae Helps You to Get More Direct Bookings<\/strong><\/p>\n

    One way to make the online appearance of your hotel more appealing and to generate more direct bookings is by registering for the gestgid\u00ae Hospitality Suite App. With the gestgid\u00ae you can create your online appearance according to your needs. Exhibit the uniqueness of your hotel and offer your guests an even better service through the gestgid\u00ae Hospitality Suite App.<\/p>\n

    Increase direct bookings of your hotel and inspire your guests.<\/strong><\/p>\n

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    ABOUT gestgid\u00ae HOSPITALITY SUITE<\/strong><\/p>\n

    The gestgid\u00ae Hospitality Suite offers hotels many advantages like direct bookings, mobile check-in, instant feedback and an individual app appearance.<\/p>\n

    Here are six reasons why you should register your hotel for the gestgid\u00ae:<\/p>\n

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    1. Extend your booking channels, be more present for your guests – through app-listing<\/li>\n
    2. Increase your revenues – through In-app direct booking campaignes<\/li>\n
    3. Create a bond with your guests – through pre-arrival communication<\/li>\n
    4. Offer more information and cross- and upselling on-site – through pre- and on-site push-notification<\/li>\n
    5. Get more satified guests and better reviews – through real-time-guest feedback<\/li>\n
    6. Obtain the guest loyalty after the stay – through automated newsmailing and re-engagement campaigns<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

      As “Hotel Online” has recently stated direct bookings are around 9 % more profitable <\/b>than bookings through third party sites.<\/p>\n

      Your hotel can be updated to the pro version any time.<\/p>\n

      Follow up the gestgid\u00ae on Engaging Hospitality<\/strong> and get the latest updates here: https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/company\/engaging-hospitality<\/a><\/p>\n

      About BHM Media Solutions<\/strong><\/p>\n

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