In the ever-evolving world of digital marketing, keeping an eye on key metrics is vital to understanding the impact of external factors on your industry. One of the most recent and intriguing developments in the hospitality sector is the implementation of stricter regulations for short-term rentals, such as Airbnb and Vrbo, in the vibrant city of New York. New...
As publishers have enhanced their callout and extension features to improve the user experience and provide additional exposure for advertisers, Tripadvisor is introducing Enhanced Marketing Text in the metasearch auction. In this article, we will cover everything you need to know about this new feature. What is Enhanced Marketing Text? Tripadvisor Enhanced Marketing Text is a new feature that...
Koddi has continued to see strong performance on OTAs later into the 2023 summer season than in years past. These channels are effectively managing the drop in demand levels and avoiding the end-of-summer downturn. With fall right around the corner, now is the prime opportunity to capture the last bit of transient travel as the school year goes into full...
Labor Day is the perfect holiday to go camping, relax at the beach, and plan last-minute vacations before the summer ends. It’s also an opportune time for hoteliers to capture these last-minute bookings. Demand Overview Demand for Labor Day is showing a similar trend year over year (YoY). In 2022, interest in Labor Day travel dates started in mid-June....
Google has introduced a select audience to a new experimental UI for both destination and hotel-specific keyword searches. This trial experience enables hoteliers and advertisers to highlight captivating imagery and upcoming deals. Because summer is traditionally a peak season for the travel industry, this search result page enhancement will allow hoteliers to capitalize on growing summer demand in addition to...
China ended its zero-Covid policy in December 2022, opening up domestic leisure travel for the first time since the start of the Covid-19 pandemic. Then, at the beginning of 2023, China re-opened its borders for international tourists without strict quarantine requirements. As a result, rebound travel demand has spiked for travelers both in China and in the broader APAC region....