April is one of the slowest months of the year for international travel. The numbers will not pick up until 2020, when domestic tourism will take center stage. The general public is too concerned with security in their own countries to travel abroad. In such an environment, hotels are suffering more than other businesses. With so many people relying on them for a regular income, they need to remain agile and cash flowing in order to stay in business.
Business travellers
As a hospitality business owner, you can’t ignore the needs of business travellers. The number of business travellers is increasing and is less seasonal than the travel habits of leisure travellers. Moreover, they’re looking for convenience and efficiency rather than luxury. As such, business travellers’ expectations of amenities like WiFi and internet are also increasing. If business travellers have a good experience, they’ll talk about the hotel with other business travellers. Hence, a hotel should provide these amenities for their business travellers.
All-inclusives
Many all-inclusive resorts offer their guests an all-inclusive plan. This usually means meals, drinks, and taxes are included. Some of these hotels offer additional activities, such as tennis or beach volleyball. When choosing an all-inclusive resort, make sure to compare the prices of your stay with those of traditional hotels. You’ll be surprised at how much money you can save by booking an all-inclusive hotel.
Bed and breakfasts
Traveling and bed and breakfasts go hand-in-hand. You get to meet people while you’re away and enjoy the intimate environment. But the intimacy can be a turnoff for some travelers. For example, John Fitzgibbon, who usually prefers the anonymity of chain hotels, found he didn’t enjoy sharing meals with other guests. Instead, he opted to drive 20 miles to a better-rated chain hotel.
Hostels
When you’re on a budget, you might consider staying in one of the many hostels available. These hostels have been popular for a long time, but there are some differences in accommodations. While many have common amenities, you may not find them at every location. Check reviews from past guests to make sure you’ll be comfortable. Many hostels also offer activities to get travelers involved in the city. Some of these activities include game nights, cocktail parties, and scavenger hunts. These activities can be a great way to meet other travelers and have fun. Often, you can find discounted admission to local attractions at your hostel.
Airport hotels
The term “Airport Hotel” is used for any type of hotel that is located at an airport. Among the most well-known airport hotels are the Los Angeles International Airport, John F. Kennedy International Airport, Atlanta International Airport, Chicago O’Hare International Airport, Phoenix Sky Garden Airport, Salt Lake City International, San Francisco International Airport, and Houston Love Field Airport. But what are the basic amenities of these hotels? And are they worth the money?