Give your customers a getaway

Room Rates on the Rise
Give your customers a getaway
As the economy begins to bounce back, lodging industry experts predict an increase in room rates this year over last. PKF Hospitality Research (PKF-HR) forecasts that U.S. hotels should achieve close to an 8 percent increase in room revenue in 2011. R. Mark Woodworth, president of PKF-HR, cited the improved business environment as one reason that hotels and resorts will be able charge higher rates for rooms.

Good news for hoteliers but not so good for guests! Fortunately the Your Getaway package remains available at the same bargain price. This low-cost, high-perceived value incentive is not only a powerful customer acquisition and appointment-setting tool, but also has a significant positive impact on activation, retention and renewal.

The three-day, two-night getaway includes your customers’ choice of one of dozens of top destinations worldwide, from the magical enchantment of Orlando to the Aloha spirit of Hawaii. They can choose to ski Tahoe’s famous slopes; try their hand at Lady Luck in Vegas, sail into the sunset in St. Thomas or visit Cabo San Lucas for romance and relaxation at land’s end. Accommodations are moderate deluxe, provided by popular hotels and resorts such as Holiday Inn, Sheraton and AmeriSuites. Airfare is not included.

Your Getaway holds universal appeal. The possibilities for creating lifelong memories are simply astounding. And who will your customers remember? You.

In the face of escalating room rates, there’s no better time to offer the Your Getaways incentive. Start reaping the benefits now. Click here or call 941-552-7885 to learn more.