Matthias Geeroms

🌍 Travel managers in Europe are feeling optimistic! In Spain and the Netherlands, a striking 91% share this positive outlook. Why? It’s all about the opportunities and the renewed energy in the travel sector. ✈️ 🔮 Looking forward, 69% of travel managers expect travel volumes to rise in 2024. The future is bright, and we’re excited to see what’s next! Read more in 2024 Cvent Travel Managers Report: Europe Edition: https://okt.to/dyhTUH #BusinessTravel #TravelManagers #TravelIndustry #Europe

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🌍 Travel managers in Europe are feeling optimistic! In Spain and the Netherlands, a striking 91% share this positive outlook. Why? It’s all about the opportunities and the renewed energy in the travel sector. ✈️ 🔮 Looking forward, 69% of travel managers expect travel volumes to rise in 2024. The future is bright, and we’re excited to see what’s next! Read more in 2024 Cvent Travel Managers Report: Europe Edition: https://okt.to/6C1XRl #BusinessTravel #TravelManagers #TravelIndustry #Europe

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🌍 Travel managers in Europe are feeling optimistic! In Spain and the Netherlands, a striking 91% share this positive outlook. Why? It’s all about the opportunities and the renewed energy in the travel sector. ✈️ 🔮 Looking forward, 69% of travel managers expect travel volumes to rise in 2024. The future is bright, and we’re excited to see what’s next! Read more in 2024 Cvent Travel Managers Report: Europe Edition: https://okt.to/OgntCS #BusinessTravel #TravelManagers #TravelIndustry #Europe

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🌍 Travel managers in Europe are feeling optimistic! In Spain and the Netherlands, a striking 91% share this positive outlook. Why? It’s all about the opportunities and the renewed energy in the travel sector. ✈️ 🔮 Looking forward, 69% of travel managers expect travel volumes to rise in 2024. The future is bright, and we’re excited to see what’s next! Read more in 2024 Cvent Travel Managers Report: Europe Edition: https://okt.to/ZI4upT #BusinessTravel #TravelManagers #TravelIndustry #Europe

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🌍 Travel managers in Europe are feeling optimistic! In Spain and the Netherlands, a striking 91% share this positive outlook. Why? It’s all about the opportunities and the renewed energy in the travel sector. ✈️ 🔮 Looking forward, 69% of travel managers expect travel volumes to rise in 2024. The future is bright, and we’re excited to see what’s next! Read more in 2024 Cvent Travel Managers Report: Europe Edition: https://okt.to/fa4SFr #BusinessTravel #TravelManagers #TravelIndustry #Europe

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This study by Egencia suggests that the majority of Business Travel Managers are in agreement that partnering with a travel management company = higher savings. 🤝 Using our experience, we aim to always get the best price possible for our clients and lend our exclusive discounts when possible. If you'd like to know more about our service, or book a free consulation (no obligation) just talk to Antony Golden! #businesstravel #b2b #workingaway

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In a study of EU hotels and similar accommodations conducted by Statista and Booking.com this year (2024), 80% of respondents agreed that they have multiple options to market their rooms to consumers. Of this sales mix, direct sales typically make up around half of overnight stays booked with a hotel in Europe and just over a quarter come from online travel platforms. The ability to mix and match sales channels is clearly an important part of most Hotels' marketing strategies with two-thirds indicating that they adjust their distribution mix in line with their business objectives, and 71% have a dedicated marketing and distribution strategy to ensure the success of their accommodation business.

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Breaking news for travel sellers in Belgium, Germany and Switzerland! Today, #NDC content from Lufthansa Group goes live in the Amadeus Travel Platform. Why not offer your travelers more flight options and flexibility?🛫🌐 Contact us for more information on how to get started! Discover all about NDC benefits 👉 https://ow.ly/fQBx50SNUB9 And stay tuned for more NDC content to come! #ItsHowTravelWorksBetter #ModernTravelRetailing

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Ever wondered how on earth travel companies handled the Covid-19 pandemic? In this piece, I talk to TUI's Pieter Jordaan about the company's IT strategy over the past few years, and why transformation is a never-ending pursuit. PS. Thanks Pieter - it was great to meet you! https://lnkd.in/eMe2gmxM

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Are OTA Commissions Eating Into Your Profits? 💰 Did you know that some small hotels lose up to 30% of booking revenue in OTA fees? As hoteliers, relying on OTAs can feel necessary to keep rooms full, but those high commission rates eat away at your bottom line. Imagine what retaining that 30% could mean for your business! With PackXGen, you can turn your website into a direct booking machine that attracts guests without those hefty OTA fees. Here’s how: Direct Booking Engine – Convert more visitors with a seamless, e-commerce-style booking system that lets guests reserve rooms, add-ons, and experiences in one simple transaction. Mobile-Optimized Experience – Over 50% of bookings happen on mobile. Our mobile-first design ensures guests can book instantly, no matter where they are. Full Control & Revenue Boost – Regain control over booking terms and capture direct bookings with no extra commissions, saving you money and improving guest loyalty. Don’t let OTA commissions define your profits. Boost your bookings, reduce OTA reliance, and take control of your revenue with PackXGen! 📲 Want to see how PackXGen can work for your hotel? Book a free demo today and let’s get you started on a path to better margins and higher profitability!

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It's safe to say that for the past 18 months, the use of artificial intelligence has been top of mind for travel industry professionals. But Rik van Leeuwen, Ireckonu's head of data, urges #hospitality leaders to prioritize their data strategies before exploring AI. “Without a data strategy, you cannot have an #AI strategy,” he said during an interview in the PhocusWire studio at Phocuswright Europe. Watch the conversation now on #PhocusWire: https://bit.ly/4dvJ3at Ireckonu - Hotel Middleware & CDP+ #traveltech #travelnews #travelindustry #phocuswrighteurope

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Running a business means juggling a lot of moving parts—especially when it comes to bookings. That’s why having a flexible booking system is a game-changer! Whether you're handling reservations for a 𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐮𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐭, 𝐛𝐞𝐚𝐮𝐭𝐲 𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬, 𝐨𝐫 𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐛𝐨𝐨𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐬, your system needs to keep up. ⏰🍽️💇‍♀️🎉 KlikNRoll adapts to whatever your industry throws at you, making it easy to manage it all in one place. Curious to see how it can work for you? Check out the video and find out which industries KlikNRoll is made for! 💼📲 #KlikNRoll #onlinebooking #booknow #travel #spa #salon #booking #r #beauty #online

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Wow, the Business Travel Show Europe was action-packed this year! Two key themes caught my attention: - Corporate Travel is transitioning from monolithic to modular solutions. The industry's rapid changes and diverse needs of corporate travel buyers require specialized solutions. Adopting an interoperable and ecosystem-driven approach will soon be essential for success. Organizations embracing this shift have a chance to become trusted partners. - Implementing a Carbon Tax alone poses significant challenges. In discussions with over a dozen organizations, many expressed struggles or failures in implementation. Issues range from stakeholder rejection to ineffective use of funds. Merely applying a carbon tax without materially impacting employee behavior or T&E budgets falls short of addressing sustainable travel goals. #purposefultravel #sustainability

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olive is the winner of the 2024 Best Tech Innovation Award from the Independent Lodging Congress! At olive, the guest is our north star:  • How can a guest easily navigate the booking experience?  • How can a guess book in fewer steps? • How can hotels offer guests personalized communications? And by focusing on the guest booking experience, we’re driving higher conversion rates - like 124% conversion lifts. olive is a true e-commerce experience for hotels – the way booking should be. Are you ready to join us on this journey? To learn more about why olive won Best Tech Innovation, check out tryolive.com.

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🤖 Just over two weeks ago, in the spirit of the Easter holidays, we gifted our clients with the AI Assistant to alleviate the repetitive inquiries at the reception. Today, we're thrilled to share the impressive results of this initiative with you. Curious about how AI can streamline your Guest services? Click here to find out more and join the hospitality revolution today  ➡️ https://lnkd.in/e26t6m3s #AIAssistant #HospitalityInnovation #SmartHotel #HospitalityInnovation #GuestExperience #HospitalityTech #HospitalityIndustry #HospitalityTrends #SmartTechnology 

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A few thoughts about Globetrender 's travel trends from our Co-Founder Michael Friedrich as we've noticed, discussed and reflected on shifts that seem to be happening in the #businesstravel space. Have you seen similar shifts?

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#Controlling your company’s #travel #spend, minimizing travel #disruptions, and keeping #employees #safe and productive when they’re on a business trip ultimately comes down to one thing: having a comprehensive system in place to manage travel efficiently. Key features a Travel Management Software and Solution definitely should have: 1. User-friendly interface 2. Comprehensive search and booking options 3. Policy compliance and approval workflow 4. Cost management and reporting 5. Security and data privacy 6. 24/7 support and assistance 7. Mobile accessibility 8. Integration with other systems Let's talk if you would like to know more and explore how can American Express Global Business Travel can help transform your #businesstravel program. Teresa Matheson Ravi Mishra May Goh Tgin Wong Elena Young https://lnkd.in/gArzY73E

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Explore the latest Technology Investment Trends in 2024 in Amadeus new report! Hoteliers are planning to boost their tech investment by an average of 16% over the next year, with 20% planning to increase their budgets by more than 20%compared to last year. Download the report for more valuable insights:  https://lnkd.in/eDeDEduv #TravelTechnology #HospitalityIndustry #InvestmentTrends #AmadeusReport 

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