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Data. Every hotel has it, few truly use it. Behind every number, every booking curve, every channel spike lies a story. The question is: are you reading it? Or just scrolling past? Reports shouldn’t be background noise. They should be your daily pulse check, showing what’s working, what’s not, and what needs to change. That’s […]

As travellers plan their getaways, social media becomes the modern-day travel brochure. From stunning resort views on Instagram to family-friendly getaways on Facebook, your guests are constantly scrolling, dreaming, and deciding where to stay next. For hotels, this is the perfect moment to shine. But standing out online during peak season takes more than just

Perched on Malaysia’s northwest coast, Penang is a vibrant blend of heritage, creativity, and irresistible flavours. Known as the “Pearl of the Orient,” this island is where tradition meets modernity and every street tells a story. In this blog, Adrian Cheah, our Business Development Manager in Malaysia, shares why Penang remains one of his favourite

GDS isn’t outdated, it is evolving. Learn how modern integration keeps hotels competitive in capturing premium corporate travellers. If you’ve been in hospitality for a while, chances are you’ve heard hoteliers dismiss GDS with a wave of the hand: “That’s outdated.” Or “Only the big chains use it.” But here’s the reality: the Global Distribution

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

Explore the differences between OTAs, direct bookings, and GDS, and learn how a balanced mix drives revenue and loyalty. If you ask any hotelier where their bookings come from, chances are they’ll say: “A mix of OTAs, direct reservations, and maybe some GDS.” But not all channels are created equal. Each plays a distinct role

Scaling your OTA connections can dramatically expand your hotel’s reach and boost revenues, but only if it’s powered by seamless connectivity. Visibility is everything for hotel industry in 2025. Guests have endless choices at their fingertips, and if your hotel isn’t showing up where they’re searching, you’re missing opportunities. For many hoteliers, being listed on

Discover how seamless GDS integration with PMS, CRS, and channel managers boosts efficiency, reduces errors and attracts high-value bookings. When hoteliers hear the words Global Distribution System (GDS), the first thought is often: complex, outdated, hard to manage. But here’s the truth – in 2025, GDS is not only relevant but incredibly powerful, if it’s

Is your property unlocking high-value corporate stays from GDS? Discover why GDS bookings deliver better ADR, longer Length of Stay (LOS) and stronger demand – and how STAAH makes GDS easy. Picture this: two hotel bookings come across your desk. One is from an online travel agent (OTA) —quick, straightforward, usually leisure-focused. The other? It’s

Some of the most underrated booking channels, regional OTAs hotels often overlook are critical to help boost your visibility in key markets. These specialized platforms serve specific geographic regions with deeper local market knowledge. Find out more about these hidden gems and how STAAH makes connecting to them effortless. When hoteliers think of online travel