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08/25/2020

Check out this quick and easy resource from on all government regulations state-by-state.

07/30/2020

When you’re ready to travel again, is ready to welcome you.

Learn more about their safety protocols for employees and guests.

07/22/2020

Effective immediately, all Hyatt hotels in the U.S. and Canada will require face coverings within indoor public areas, which include meetings and events spaces, restaurants and bars, and fitness centers.

It is a pivotal time amidst the ongoing challenges of COVID-19 and Hyatt is committed to the health and safety of their staff and guests.

07/20/2020

Know your risk levels...staying at a hotel for a couple nights is considered relatively low risk.

07/15/2020

On an extended assignment and staying in a hotel, a couple quick tips to make your stay more enjoyable!

-Always go to breakfast
You’re away for work, you need to be on good form and make the most of your time there. Make breakfast part of your daily routine.

-Take good ear plugs
Sleep is vital. Drowning out new and foreign noises the first few night especially is crucial to long term comfort.

-Get to know the area
Grab a bottle of water and go for a stroll. It’ll help you get used to a time change and new surroundings.

-Find a local super market
Grab some of your favorite snacks and drinks. Sometimes you might sleep in and miss hotel breakfast, so have alternative quick options on hand.

-Aim to stay healthy
It’s so easy to eat out for every meal, drink a lot of alcohol and pile on the pounds when staying away from home. Use the fitness facilities or pool to get 30 minutes of light exercise per day. It will make the difference if you're away a lot.

-Make your own personal touches
You’ve got to feel comfortable staying in a hotel for a week or longer. Take a few bags of my favorite tea from home. Pack a favorite robe or light blanket, or a candle of your favorite scent.

You can’t recreate your home, but you can make your stay enjoyable.

08/01/2016

Wyndham Will Revamp Its 16 Brands

Wyndham Hotel Group is repositioning all 16 of its brands, gearing them more toward Millennials and "the diverse global middle class," the company announced. The brands—which sit in the upscale, midscale and economy segments—will get redesigned interiors and enhanced perks aimed at the type of trave...

07/26/2016

How Many Hotels Are Embracing Pokemon Go?

Hospitality customer relationship management company Ryan Solutions reveals how many hotels and resorts have Pokemon fever.

07/21/2016

The next big travel (r)evolution

A couple of years ago it was open booking, now its the sharing economy, but there is a much bigger change which will impact the corporate travel industry in coming years and will truly live up to the

07/20/2016

Corporates' Awareness of Extended-Stay Opportunities Is on the Rise

Global travel manager Nicki Leeds is taking a new step for Hess Corp.: examining corporate housing possibilities for long-term stays in the company's home market of Houston. The travel program hadn't had a policy around extended stays, and Leeds said the move has presented significant savings opport...

07/19/2016

This New Concept Plane Could End Airport Gridlock Forever

A Swiss concept plane called Clip-Air could be the answer to long airport lines. The plane itself is a long way off, but the ideas behind it could be useful now.

07/18/2016

Marriott Breaks Ground on First-Ever Triple-Branded Hotel

http://www.travelpulse.com/news/hotels-and-resorts/marriott-breaks-ground-on-first-ever-triple-branded-hotel.html

The 21-story, 470-room hotel is slated to open in Nashville's SoBro neighborhood in 2018.

07/15/2016

07/14/2016

Cost-effective Perks to Minimize (and Maximize!) Business Travelers’ Airport Time

Try these cost-effective solutions to keep your frequent fliers happy and productive while at the airport.

07/13/2016

Bringing back the supersonic flight

Quieting the sonic boom could help bring back supersonic flight

07/12/2016

Consumer Survey Reveals Thoughts About Travel Safety, Rewards Programs, and Loyalty.

07/11/2016

How Guest Expectations and Changes in Mobile Habits Impact Hotel Tech

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07/07/2016

Article - U.S. Travelers Willing to Spend a Little More on Domestic Hotel Rooms - Global Hotel Prices Paid by Travelers Worldwide Rose By 1% in 2015, According to Latest Hotel Price Index from Hotels.com

07/06/2016

Article - 81% Of Travelers Say Their Smartphone Is Their Number One Travel Accessory - On your summer vacation you'll spend more time glued to your smartphone than your beach chair, according to the Hotels.com Mobile Travel Tracker. This global study of 9,200 travelers across 31 countries, reveals t...

07/05/2016

Getting the pulse of agents and travel groups as the UK casts historic vote to leave the European Union.

06/30/2016

Environmentally Friendly Ideas for your Hotel.

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06/29/2016

Exterior-corridor hotels were once an accepted hotel product type. After falling mostly out of favor for three decades, these properties are making a return as part of lifestyle hotel concepts.

06/28/2016

Businesses are sending their employees back on the road. Are you using your travel credit card rewards to maximum advantage?

06/27/2016

These days, many hotel business owners are interested in learning how they can optimize their companies in order to attain a bigger bottom line, more customers, and industry leadership. If these are your professional goals, you should know that one effective solution is recognizing and

06/23/2016

Hotel Industry Terms to Know

06/21/2016

https://www.entrepreneur.com/article/277236

Carlson Rezidor is the first hotel operator to offer the perk.

06/16/2016

Online Booking vs. Corporate Travel Management Company; Which Should I use?

Posted by Natalee Nimmo

In business, technology is everything. Most recently a fast food chain announced that they will be transitioning to self-serve kiosks in the near future. Didn’t think that customer service would be replaced by machines, at least not in my lifetime!
Technology is a wonderful and ever-changing or evolving thing, and that is also very true for the travel industry. Advances in travel tech have made it possible for many companies to see perpetual growth in their corporate travel programs.
“From the most cutting-edge quality control coding to highly developed travel analytic capabilities, the technology that can be provided to a business, continues to mature with each passing year. And of course, anyone that has ever been interested in travel – whether leisure or corporate – knows the ease and accessibility of online booking.
In effect, most managed travel programs these days incorporate online booking tools. All of the aforementioned technological advances equal cost-savings for businesses, but like fast food chains, most reliable and quality business travel agencies still have actual employees to assist you as needed.”
So, when should a business know when they should to book their travel online and when they should speak to a travel management company?
“When to use an online booking tool (OBT):”
“Online booking tools provided by a travel management company continue to be the preferred method for most business travelers due to the ease and convenience of the user-friendly software. Travelers are able to make their ideal travel arrangements with a click of a few buttons while remaining in compliance with their company travel policies.” OBTs are best suited for simple travel plans and short term stays (6 nights & under).
When to use a Travel Management Company:
“An experienced corporate travel manager will be much more efficient at booking complex itineraries, such as those that include multi-segment and/or multinational travel.” However, some senior & executive levels, “just prefer to speak to an actual person, agent booking is a must-have service for your travel program.”
“Don’t forget: It’s OKAY to have a travel program customized to your travelers’ needs.”
“Your business travel solution doesn’t have to be ‘one size fits all.’ Customization is key when it comes to finding a managed travel solution that best suits your travel needs. The key is incorporating customization to your standards and goals while delivering policy-compliant, cost-effective travel.”
Lodging Source can help your company reevaluate your managed hotel needs and expenses. We can assist in developing a solution to fit your company’s needs and budget. Have questions about how to take your current corporate hotel program to the next level and which of our travel solutions are the right fit for your company? Contact Natalee Nimmo at Lodging Source, today. 843-972-4187

Blog Article
Riegler, Andy, Should I Call an Agent or Use an Online Booking Tool?, CorpTrav, 2016

06/15/2016

With millennials and Gen Xers now dominating business travel, hoteliers are working to keep both their facilities and services current with a rapidly shifting guest demographic.