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Will AI Actually Save Hotels From OTA Dominance?
Despite the hype that AI will liberate hotels from high OTA commissions, the largest travel platforms are best positioned to weaponize AI due to their massive data sets and existing connectivity.
Key Takeaways
- 1Acknowledge that major OTAs like Expedia and Booking.com hold the largest data sets, giving them a structural advantage in training superior AI models.
- 2Avoid the trap of 'outsourcing demand' by recognizing that AI tools without proprietary data may lead to the same commission-heavy dependence seen in the 2000s.
- 3Focus on regaining guest relationships by using AI to enhance direct booking experiences rather than relying on third-party AI intermediaries.
Source: HospitalityNet
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