GDS – Global Distribution System

GDS – Global Distribution System

Table of Contents Understanding the Global Distribution Systems (GDS) in the Travel Industry In the fast-paced world of travel, efficiency and accessibility are paramount. One of the key players in ensuring that travel agents, airlines, hotels, and other service...
Max Nights, Max LOS, Maximum Length of Stay

Max Nights, Max LOS, Maximum Length of Stay

Table of Contents What does hotel max nights (aka max los, or maximum length of stay) mean? TL;DR Max LOS, also referred to as “maximum nights on arrival,” activates on the arrival date of the guest’s stay. For instance, let’s consider the 10th of the...
Hotel Net Rate

Hotel Net Rate

Table of Contents What does hotel net rate mean? Understanding Hotel Net Rates Hotel net rates are essentially the rates offered to OTAs (Online Travel Agencies) or other booking channels excluding any commission. This rate is often negotiated between the hotel and...
Hotel Rate Parity

Hotel Rate Parity

Table of Contents Understanding Hotel Rate Parity: What Does It Mean?   Introduction In the competitive world of hospitality, hoteliers are constantly seeking strategies to maximize revenue and maintain a strong market presence. One such strategy that has become...
What Does a Hotel PMS or Property Management System Mean?

What Does a Hotel PMS or Property Management System Mean?

Table of Contents In this dynamic hospitality industry, hotel operating systems have become a critical tool to conduct daily operations with ease. Among these systems, hotel software is a core module that lines up everything from reservations to guest services. With...
Hotel Min Nights, MLOS, Minimum Length of Stay

Hotel Min Nights, MLOS, Minimum Length of Stay

What does hotel min nights (aka MLOS, or minimum length of stay) mean? A minimum length of stay restriction only shows the stay as bookable if the stay is equal to or greater than the minimum nights setting. If the 10th has an MLOS restriction of 3 nights, and the...