Modern hotel tools mean integration, scalability and smart insights. Are your channel manager and booking engine delivering all three? Technology in hospitality is evolving at lightning speed. Guest expectations keep rising, distribution channels continue to multiply, and competition grows fiercer every day. The tools powering your hotel’s online presence, your channel manager and booking engine…
In hospitality, a picture really does sell a thousand rooms. Guests don’t just want to read about a hotel, they want to see it, feel it, and imagine themselves in it. With visuals playing such a crucial role in decision-making, hoteliers need smarter, faster, and more cost-effective ways to produce high-quality imagery. Enter Google’s Nano…
When it comes to booking experiences, simplicity wins. As competition grows, hoteliers must offer booking journeys that are not only reliable but effortless. With that goal in mind, STAAH’s SwiftBook Booking Engine has rolled out two new enhancements that make the path to booking faster, clearer, and more user-friendly. Let’s dive into what’s new and…
In an increasingly digital-first world, accessibility is no longer a “nice-to-have”; it’s a necessity. With the European Union rolling out the EU Accessibility Act (EAA), businesses across sectors are being called to design and deliver inclusive digital products and services. At STAAH’s SwiftBook, we view this not just as a compliance requirement but as a…
As seen in the Q2 2025 U.S. Hotel Construction Pipeline Trend Report from Lodging Econometrics (LE), at the end of the second quarter, there were 6,280 projects with 737,036 rooms in the pipeline. This represented a 3 percent year-over-year (YOY) increase in both projects and rooms compared to Q2 2024 totals. At the close of…
The global hospitality industry is projected to reach $4.7 trillion by 2028, with online travel agencies (OTAs) like Booking.com contributing a significant chunk to hotel bookings – accounting for nearly 40% of all online hotel reservations in some regions (Statista, 2023). To stay competitive, hoteliers must optimize their OTA operations for better efficiency and guest…
Mangkuluhur Residences by LORIN was falling behind using manual distribution techniques. Till STAAH came along. Located in the heart of Jakarta’s business district, Mangkuluhur Residences by LORIN offers a haven of tranquillity amidst the dynamic urban landscape of the Indonesian capital. Its modern style establishment offers comfort, convenience, relaxation, connectivity as well as quite retreat…
In the fast-evolving world of hospitality, mastering online hotel distribution has become crucial for hoteliers aiming to stay competitive and profitable. Shoaib Ali, National Sales Head for India for STAAH delves into the intricacies of how hoteliers can successfully navigate this dynamic landscape. As the industry faces the challenge of balancing guest satisfaction and room occupancy, the…
Clarion Pointe Milwaukee, Wisconsin NORTH BETHESDA, Maryland—Choice Hotels International, Inc. opened its 70th Clarion Pointe hotel in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, as the company continues to invest in its midscale portfolio. With 43 additional hotels in the pipeline and 27 expected to open this year in cities such as Galveston, Texas, and Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, Clarion Pointe’s flexible…
The power of reviews in shaping a hotel’s success has never been stronger. Travelers today are more discerning, more vocal, and more influenced by peer feedback than ever before. A single review can sway potential guests, impact your revenue, and even redefine your brand’s reputation. While guest feedback has always been important, 2025 is set…
