7 Things Every New Innkeeper Must Do Before Opening a Bed & Breakfast

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view all blogs Table of Contents Starting a bed and breakfast is an exciting adventure, but success requires more than just cozy rooms and good coffee. By mastering these seven essentials, new innkeepers can create an unforgettable guest experience while maximizing revenue. The 7 Essentials to Starting a B&B So, you’ve decided to open a […]

Top Ways to Prepare Your B&B For Sale and Boost Value

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view all blogs Table of Contents Selling a bed and breakfast is a big decision—and one that can come with an equally big payoff if you prepare strategically. Here are some key things you should do before putting your B&B on the market to boost its appeal—and its value. Getting Top Dollar For Your Bed […]

The Right (And Wrong) Metrics to Focus On at Your Hotel Property

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view all blogs Table of Contents  It’s now easier to check in on the health of your hotel, inn, or B&B, but it’s also more time-consuming. Even worse, you run the risk of focusing on the wrong metrics and ignoring the areas where you can truly impact your profitability. Occupancy Doesn’t Tell the Whole Story […]

Optimize Your Property’s Pricing Strategies with Artificial Intelligence

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view all blogs Table of Contents Everywhere you look, everyone is talking about AI. From what I’ve seen, when data-driven decision making and human control are built into the rate optimization process, machine-learning models can give you a competitive edge and help grow your revenue.  Leveling the Playing Field Everywhere you look, everyone is talking […]

4 Rate Setting Traps to Avoid at Your Property

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view all blogs Table of Contents Rate setting traps are easy to fall into, so understanding their risks is of utmost importance. Innkeeping veteran Jim Leitch highlights four common rate strategies, and what to to watch out for. Common Pricing Pitfalls Finding the right price for each room type at your inn or bed and […]

AI and Hospitality: Myths, Truths, and Emerging Applications

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view all blogs Table of Contents AI is a paradigm-shifting technology that has a lot of hype and misunderstanding, but also immediate applications in hospitality – and the potential to both transform operations AND improve the guest experience. AI is reshaping the hospitality industry Artificial Intelligence (AI) has become a buzzword in today’s technology and […]