Global Distribution Systems
SHR Group Windsurfer CRS gives hotels access to a powerful global travel audience by connecting to Global Distribution Systems (GDS) like Amadeus, Sabre, and Travelport, greatly increasing their visibility to guests, helping to increase bookings.
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WHY CONNECT VIA WINDSURFER TO GDS?
Increased Revenue
- Position your hotel in front of travel agents who book over $10 billion in hotel revenue per year, and who generally make higher-than-average daily rate bookings
- Get greater exposure for your property through public, negotiated, and Consortia business
Greater Booking Potential
- Become the preferred choice of travel agents as they select the right properties for their clients
- Use a global platform reaching over 700,000+ travel agents as the preferred method for negotiated and Consortia corporate business
- Enjoy distributed public, negotiated, and Consortia rates
Increased Visibility
- Get listed in each program directory and website with a special rate access code via GDS
- Enjoy special imagery to display your hotel in its best light
- Receive updated product information in real-time
- Reap the benefits of reaching a larger guest audience via GDS preferred status with travel agencies for booking corporate travelers
THE POWER OF GDS
Windsurfer CRS a direct connect to Global Distribution Systems enabling travel agencies and other travel service providers to connect direct without the need for a third-party intermediary.
INCREASED REVENUE AND VISIBILITY
- Faster access to real-time inventory: GDS Direct Connect provides travel agencies with faster access to real-time inventory of Windsurfer CRS – hotels, which enables them to offer their customers up-to-date and accurate information about available travel options
- Greater control and flexibility: GDS Direct Connect gives travel agencies greater control over the booking process, which enables them to customize travel itineraries and make last-minute changes based on customer preferences
- Increased efficiency and productivity: GDS Direct Connect streamlines the booking process and eliminates the need for manual data entry, which reduces the risk of errors and increases the efficiency and productivity of travel agencies
- Overall, GDS Direct Connect help travel agencies improve their competitiveness, efficiency, and customer service, which can help them attract and retain customers and grow their business
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Case Study | Vagabond Inn
The company also plans on doing more guest-focused loyalty and marketing programs. “That’s going to mean piles of guest data to wade through,” said Kyle. “Because of the steady progression of system enhancements we see with SHR Group, and their willingness to be there for us, we know we have the right tech and the right partner now to handle anything that comes our way.”
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