The Hotel Association of Canada released an extensive survey conveying very interesting results. Some of the findings were, with the economy slow down, you would think you would see a downward impact on travel but.... NOT SO.
Three-quarters of Canadians said they were still going to travel. They may not stay as long or stay at high end hotels/bed and breakfasts. They may not spend as much on dining out. This could be a great opportunity for the hotelier to come out with some innovative ideas for extended free night stays or other enticements. The creative owner/manager will adapt to the current situation and come out stronger in the end.
The business traveller requires more access to facilities such as the latest technology in internet access/projector; small meeting room with up-to-date furnishings and accessories accommodating 4-6 individuals for a minimal cost.
The Canadian traveller utilizes the internet to access the most suitable accommodations for their specific needs. Three-quarters of business and leisure travellers say that the high-end hotels’ testimonials will influence where they stay. If the lower-rate accommodation properties have good testimonials on their website, they too, will benefit.
Almost two-thirds of travellers are using the internet to book their accommodation and over 90% are downloading maps and directions. They are taking virtual tours to look at the on-line photos to see where they will be staying and what amenities and attractions are in the area. It is very important to have a clean, sharp looking site and go “that extra mile” to developing a quality website.
Loyalty program rewards may not have played a big roll when the economy was better but now, may be a deciding factor where and how much longer a business or holiday traveller may stay. The clever operator will market that side of the business and will benefit greatly from the extra stay time.
There can always be a silver lining to all aspects of the economy.
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Jerry DombowskyPremier Hotels and Motels - The Connections to close the deal
#6-3185 Via Centrale, Kelowna,
British Columbia V1V 2A7
Phone:250.317.0432
Fax: 250.767.3276
Toll-Free: 1.866.765.0579
http://www.premierhotelsandmotels.com/
http://premierhotelsandmotels.blogspot.com/
Three-quarters of Canadians said they were still going to travel. They may not stay as long or stay at high end hotels/bed and breakfasts. They may not spend as much on dining out. This could be a great opportunity for the hotelier to come out with some innovative ideas for extended free night stays or other enticements. The creative owner/manager will adapt to the current situation and come out stronger in the end.
The business traveller requires more access to facilities such as the latest technology in internet access/projector; small meeting room with up-to-date furnishings and accessories accommodating 4-6 individuals for a minimal cost.
The Canadian traveller utilizes the internet to access the most suitable accommodations for their specific needs. Three-quarters of business and leisure travellers say that the high-end hotels’ testimonials will influence where they stay. If the lower-rate accommodation properties have good testimonials on their website, they too, will benefit.
Almost two-thirds of travellers are using the internet to book their accommodation and over 90% are downloading maps and directions. They are taking virtual tours to look at the on-line photos to see where they will be staying and what amenities and attractions are in the area. It is very important to have a clean, sharp looking site and go “that extra mile” to developing a quality website.
Loyalty program rewards may not have played a big roll when the economy was better but now, may be a deciding factor where and how much longer a business or holiday traveller may stay. The clever operator will market that side of the business and will benefit greatly from the extra stay time.
There can always be a silver lining to all aspects of the economy.
-
Jerry DombowskyPremier Hotels and Motels - The Connections to close the deal
#6-3185 Via Centrale, Kelowna,
British Columbia V1V 2A7
Phone:250.317.0432
Fax: 250.767.3276
Toll-Free: 1.866.765.0579
http://www.premierhotelsandmotels.com/
http://premierhotelsandmotels.blogspot.com/
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