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Il GDS: un canale di distribuzione ad alte prestazioni che troppi hotel trascurano

💸 Albergatori highlight GDS (Global Distribution System) suitability varies; useful for business hotels, less for 'business leisure'. Magali of Evergreen Laurel Hotel sees GDS as essential for business hotels. Julia of Platzl Hotel criticizes the GDS for being outdated since the 1980s, with limitations in descriptions, images, and reliance on third-parties for rate uploads and profile management. GDS payment structures are complex and costs include transaction fees, settlement charges, and marketing costs. GDS can yield higher ADRs (Average Daily Rates) than other channels and has lower relative costs compared to OTA (Online Travel Agency) commissions, which can reach 28%. OTAs may attract price-sensitive travelers prone to negative reviews. Hoteliers should assess if GDS aligns with their business mix and market impact before inclusion.
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Aumentano le ‘storie di famiglia’ di Autentico Hotels: entra nella collezione il Grand Hotel Parker’s di Napoli

🏠 Founded in 1870, the Grand Hotel Parker's in Naples, the city's oldest hotel, joined Autentico Hotels, bringing their total to 20 properties. CEO Mario Cardone aims for 25 family-owned properties by 2025, the company's 10th anniversary. The Michelin-starred George Restaurant within the hotel boasts two stars. Autentico Hotels plans expansion to Sicily, Como, and the Langhe region. They engage with over 13,000 travel professionals and annually reach 1000 travel agencies in 25 countries to cater to high-spending international clientele.
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HotelPartner Revenue Management promotes Melanie Saliger to Chief Product Officer (CPO)

📊 Melanie Saliger, previously a Portfolio Revenue Manager, has been promoted within HotelPartner Revenue Management to oversee strategic product development after nearly nine years with the company. HotelPartner, with headquarters in Switzerland and offices in Austria, Germany, and the UK, manages over 500 hotels in Europe. Saliger aims to enhance HotelPartner's offerings with a focus on intuitive, efficient features, and AI-based algorithms to adapt to market changes and improve hoteliers' revenues. The company emphasizes internal employee advancement and is currently innovating new products, particularly in AI, to support the hotel industry’s growth.
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SUAP per gli Affitti Brevi: Guida

🏡 In Italy, managing short-term rentals requires navigating complex regulations, which can be facilitated by using the SUAP for centralized administrative processes. Starting from 2024, landlords must also obtain a CIN for increased market transparency. Failure to present a SCIA or obtain a CIN can lead to fines or a ban on rental management. Tax regulations, like the fixed 26% tax rate under the Cedolare Secca regime for 2024, must be followed. Chekin simplifies compliance and guest data management for property managers, integrating with AlloggiatiWeb for automatic guest data submission and calculating tourist taxes during online check-in processes.
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Uvet Hotels punta forte sulle gestioni: in portfolio 8 nuovi hotel in destinazioni iconiche

🏥 Uvet Hotels, led by Luca Patanè, expands with eight new properties, reaching a total of eleven. The hotels opening between this winter and next spring include Hotel Piccolo in Portofino, Royal in Positano, Palumbalza in Porto Rotondo, Alaska in Cortina d’Ampezzo, Hotel Les Jumeaux in Courmayeur, Miramonti in Corvara, Ca’ Zusto and Hotel Giudecca in Venice. These additions bring Uvet's portfolio to over 770 rooms worldwide and maintain an existing staff of over 200 people.
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PATENTI NAUTICHE Incontro stampa per approfondire le novità del Regolamento di attuazione al Codice della nautica.

🚤 On October 10th, 14:30, via Zoom, Confindustria Nautica highlighted its success in representing the pleasure boating industry, introducing the new Recreational Boating Code Regulation. DECRETO n. 133 (Sept 17, 2024) amends DECREE n. 146 (July 29, 2008) and follows the decree on licenses (August 10, 2021) with new exam procedures. Key innovations include the anticipated boating license for 16-year-olds, presented at the Genoa International Boat Show. Contact [email protected] for event access.
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