Tag: hotel rate
Op Ed: Tony O’Connor On The Likelihood Of Higher Travel Costs
In a battered travel industry, which way will prices go? There are strong arguments for both up and down. Tony O’Connor, managing director of the…
As Rates Fall, Corporate Travel Buyers And Hoteliers Go Back To The Table
Hotel average daily rates took a hit in many markets over the past couple of weeks as cancelations rolled in. That means deals for those…
Op Ed: Steve Reynolds On Finding The Right Mix Of Hotel Discounts
Tripbam CEO Steve Reynolds constantly examines hotel discounts on corporate rates. To help buyers assess the best negotiating approach, he explains the differences between corporate…
Op Ed: Louise Miller On The Complexities Of Hotel Content
It’s time again for many to assemble corporate hotel programs for next year. The clear goal is to save money and provide sufficient choice for…
Boeing, EY Buyers Demonstrate Why Dynamic Hotel Pricing Isn’t For Everybody
Chicago — GBTA billed the session as a point-counterpoint. Well-known and charismatic buyers from two very large companies would debate the merits of using dynamic…
Tripbam Automation Will Relentlessly Bug Hotels Violating Deals
One of the most frustrating aspects of hotel relationships for corporations is that the better the negotiated rate, the more often it shows as sold…
When Using Hotel Rates From Expedia Or Booking Means Inferior Service
Adding hotel content from online travel agencies to corporate travel systems seems like a way to enhance trust in company programs. But it presents problems….
