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Global RevPAR Grows 19% Since 2019, But Booking Costs Surge 25%, Challenging Hotel Profitability at PERFORM 2026

📈 Global RevPAR growth increased by 19% since 2019, while booking costs per room rose by 25%. The average global flow-through is 37%. PERFORM 2026 highlighted that hotels, despite increased business, face profit challenges due to revenue leakage. Golf revenue grew by 8% in 2025, and wellness by 6.2%. Revenue managers spend 60% of their time on data tasks, with AI proposed as a solution. Integrated systems could unlock 6% more in annual revenue.

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Webinar Highlights Shift from RevPAR to Total Profit Metrics for Improved Hotel Revenue Strategies

📈 Alise Deeb, Marlene Cazares, and Mylene Young discussed revenue management challenges, emphasizing that RevPAR isn't enough. Total revenue per guest and GOPAR are crucial. Personalization at scale remains a goal, with casinos leading in CRM capabilities. Strategies should integrate ancillary revenues like F&B. Dynamic segmentation and strategic OTA use are advised. Effective channel strategy and AI-driven search visibility are vital. Cross-functional collaboration and adaptive mindset are key to future-proofing.

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Manual Hotel Forecasting Hampers Independent Hotels by Delaying Pricing Decisions, Performance Alignment, and Strategic Planning

📊 Since 2019, global RevPAR has grown by 19%, while booking costs per room have increased by 25%. Independent hotels face challenges with manual forecasting, leading to delayed pricing decisions, slow responses to demand shifts, and reduced revenue opportunities. Automated solutions like ScoreBoard offer real-time data integration, enhancing decision-making and strategic planning, allowing for timely pricing adjustments and improved revenue outcomes.

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Multi-Property Hotel Groups Enhance Revenue with Flex-Standardization for Consistent, Scalable Performance and Local Market Adaptability

🏨 Multi-property hotel groups face complexity as they expand. Standardizing systems like revenue management across portfolios enhances control and consistency. A typical revenue manager handles 5-10 properties, making structured, repeatable processes essential. Flex-standardization combines standardization with flexibility, allowing properties to adapt to local demands. A modern Revenue Management System (RMS) integrates data and adjusts rates in real-time, supporting both revenue and profitability. Dynamic pricing strategies ensure alignment without sacrificing competitiveness.

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Duetto Experts Discuss Challenges and Solutions for Multi-Property Revenue Management in Recent Webinar

💸 Erica, Daniel, and Nick, Duetto experts, discussed multi-property hotel revenue management in a recent webinar. Revenue managers now focus on profit management rather than RevPAR, facing challenges like data fragmentation and team bandwidth. Key strategies include pricing by exception and centralized systems like Duetto's Revenue and Profit Operating System. Effective tools should provide real-time data integration, measurable ROI, and seamless connectivity to optimize revenue strategies across diverse properties.

6 min

Independent Hotels Face Challenges in Revenue Management Due to Limited Data and Time, Suggests Report

🏨 Independent hotels face challenges in revenue management due to limited resources. They struggle with incomplete demand insights and infrequent pricing reviews. Without comprehensive data, decisions often rely on fragmented reports. Solutions include using modern revenue management tools, consistent competitor monitoring, and simple forecasting habits. Dynamic pricing technology, like Open Pricing, helps automate updates. Hotel Peter & Paul in New Orleans increased ADR by 39.5% and room revenue by 40% from 2019-2022 using these strategies.

Outrigger and Sonesta Hotels Boost Revenue by Using Duetto's Real-Time Pricing Strategies During High-Demand Events

💸 Hotels leveraging Duetto during major events like the World Cup and Olympics experience revenue benefits. Outrigger Resorts & Hotels and Sonesta International Hotels achieve stronger rates and improved RevPAR by reacting to demand shifts. Louvre Hotels Group prioritizes total revenue contribution over room rates, enhancing business mix decisions. Minor Hotels uses forward-looking insights for better forecasting. Key success factors include adapting pricing strategies in real-time and recognizing demand early to maximize profitability.

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Hotels Using Duetto Enhance Revenue with Real-Time Pricing Strategies During High-Demand Events Like the World Cup

🏨 At Outrigger Resorts & Hotels, real-time demand insights led to stronger rate performance during high-demand periods. Sonesta International Hotels improved RevPAR with centralized demand and pricing views, enhancing decision-making. Louvre Hotels Group shifted focus to total revenue contribution, optimizing business mix. Minor Hotels used forward-looking insights to anticipate demand changes, improving forecasting accuracy. Events like the World Cup and Olympics in the US highlight the need for proactive revenue strategies to capitalize on demand spikes.

2 min

Duetto to Host PERFORM Summit on April 16, 2026, in Florida with Keynote by Adventureman Jamie McDonald

🏃‍♂️ On April 16, 2026, Duetto hosts PERFORM at Hollywood Beach, Florida, focusing on hotel revenue and profit strategies. Keynote Adventureman, Jamie McDonald, renowned for overcoming a rare spinal condition and raising over £1 million, shares insights from his extreme adventures: a 14,000-mile bike ride, 5,000 miles across Canada, and 5,500 miles across America. Jamie's talk aims to inspire attendees to push beyond limits and embrace bold transformations.

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Hotels Can Combat OTA Revenue Leakage by Addressing Commission Discrepancies, No-Show Abuse, and Payment Inconsistencies

📈 Online travel agencies (OTAs) cause revenue leakage for hotels through commission discrepancies, unpaid reservations, cancellation abuse, and rate parity issues. Recovery involves identifying leakage points, aligning revenue, distribution, and finance teams, and implementing steps like regular OTA audits, accountability, and tracking net channel profitability. Effective management ensures that each booking contributes positively to hotel profits. Key steps include improving data visibility across systems and focusing on profit alongside revenue in modern distribution strategies.

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