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Episode 7 / USA / 30 min

Direct Booking Strategy for 2026

Episode 7 explores direct booking strategy for 2026 with practical hospitality insights for operators, technology leaders, and hotel brands.

Camille Laurent, Maison Digital Hotels

A close-up of a hotel check-in process with a smartphone and card transaction at the reception desk. Cover image for HotelNext podcast episode 7.

HotelNext Podcast

Episode 7

Direct Booking Strategy for 2026

USA / 30 min

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Episode summary

Episode 7 explores direct booking strategy for 2026 with practical hospitality insights for operators, technology leaders, and hotel brands.

  • Why direct booking strategy for 2026 matters for hotel owners and operators.
  • How hospitality teams can apply the idea without adding unnecessary complexity.
  • What technology vendors, consultants, and brands should watch next.

Transcript

In episode 7, HotelNext discusses direct booking strategy for 2026 with a focus on practical hotel operations, hospitality technology decisions, guest experience, revenue performance, and market positioning.