Google Updates Hotel Search Experience on Desktop
Social Media Today
NOVEMBER 1, 2018
Google is bringing its advanced hotel discovery and connection options to desktop after seeing success with them in its mobile app.
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Social Media Today
NOVEMBER 1, 2018
Google is bringing its advanced hotel discovery and connection options to desktop after seeing success with them in its mobile app.
The Realtime Report
SEPTEMBER 4, 2020
Starting a Small Hotel or Airbnb? The right Airbnb or hotel room can feel like a home away from home. Though photos play an integral role in hotel bookings, you’ll still need to reel customers in with a great description of the space itself. Google My Business, for instance, is a fantastic starting point.
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Bill Hartzer
DECEMBER 12, 2014
Google has removed the Google Carousel from the search results. A search for keyword phrases such as Dallas Hotels, Chicago Hotels, and New York Hotels, popular searches that previously showed the Google Carousel, now shows a different type of search result, which is similar to the traditional map pack.
Techipedia: Tamar Weinberg
MARCH 4, 2010
Did you know that there are other hotels beyond the Hyatts, the Hiltons, the Omnis, the Sheratons, and the Marriotts of the world in NYC? When you go to a conference in Manhattan, you probably seek out hotels that you’ve also heard of. How does one small hotel possibly compete with these hotel franchises?
Pixlee
OCTOBER 10, 2018
There’s no reason why hotel brands can’t excel in this space by showcasing their extensive knowledge of local culture through robust curated experiences. How hotels can incentivize content. See how Kimpton Hotels and Restaurants is already using UG?C Brands can gather UGC in a number of ways. C to curate experiences for guests.
Convince & Convert
APRIL 12, 2012
Our friend, Vanessa Sain-Dieguez from Hilton Hotels is going to join us in a little bit. I really think Google+ should have bought them. To keep it out of the hands of… Eric : Yeah, now Google and Twitter can’t buy it. Jay : Good becomes the social version of playing the Google search results game. Jay : Yeah.
Small Business Mavericks
JUNE 24, 2013
Fortunately, Google and Bing have been making great strides to make this easier for a lot of business channels. Just recently, Google announced the introduction of a new visual local search tool online marketers are calling the “ Local Carousel.” Local Internet Marketing google Google Local google maps local marketing'
The Realtime Report
NOVEMBER 16, 2022
SEO is the process of optimizing your site for Google and other search engines so that you rank higher in search results. When looking for a new restaurant or hotel, chances are good that you’ll turn to the internet for reviews. This is where search engine optimization (SEO) comes in. Make Use Of Online Review Sites.
Bill Hartzer
MAY 6, 2011
When you perform a search at Google with a query that includes a city name, there is a good chance that Google will automatically pull some of the Google Places Listings into the search results. We call that Google Universal Search. We call that Google Universal Search. They are not all treated equally.
Later
NOVEMBER 5, 2020
For example, Christina noticed that her travel posts which included recommended hotels, restaurants, and activities received thousands of saves. . STAY: You can stay either in the town of Tulum, which is about a 10 min drive from the beach or splurge on a hotel in Tulum Beach, a road that runs for miles right along the shore.
Bill Hartzer
SEPTEMBER 9, 2010
Google Instant is an enhancement to Google’s search engine that shows you, and changes, the search results as you type, in real time. By implementing Google Instant, Google is trying to enhance our overall search experience by delivering the search results to us, faster. What it means for Search Engine Optimization.
Socialmedia.biz
NOVEMBER 18, 2016
I haven’t had time until now to write about Google Demo Day Women’s Edition, which drew hundreds of participants to Google’s Mountain View, Calif., CEO Roberta Vasconcellos at Google Demo Day. So download it now from the App Store (for Apple devices) or on Google Play (Android). headquarters on Nov.
Idaconcpts
OCTOBER 21, 2011
It offers unique hotel values that are exclusive to Mobile users. Orbitz Flights, Hotels, Cars. Orbitz Flights, Hotels, Cars extends the large market share enjoyed by this titan of travel. That lets it quickly locate hotels in your vicinity. Google Places. This Orbitz app is compatible with GPS functions.
Proactive Report
JULY 11, 2011
One of the strongest reasons emerging for businesses to take a closer look at using Google+ is the integration with their other apps. Google+ product manager Christian Oestlien says, “The business experience Google is creating should far exceed the consumer profile in terms of its usefulness to businesses..
Hootsuite
SEPTEMBER 14, 2023
You might also learn their dislikes, like how poor website experiences ruin their day, or their frustrations around booking hotels and flights. For example, a hotel chain with a slow website might choose to invest in an upgrade this year. Google Alerts Social media intelligence doesn’t have to be complicated.
Ignite Social Media
MAY 18, 2016
With new features from Pinterest and Google, knowing how to use social media to plan your next trip can make the process easy breezy; check out these features and see for yourself. Destinations on Google. In March of this year, Google Search added a new feature specifically designed to help people plan vacations.
Firebelly
NOVEMBER 15, 2012
Worse, I somehow lost my credit card between the airport and the hotel. The clerk wouldn’t let me check-in, citing hotel policy. One hotel chain has a process to monitor Twitter, where they will say “Hey Dennis — man, sounds like a bad day. In Related News… Do you know which hotel chain is #1 on Facebook?
Sprout Social
AUGUST 1, 2019
Sites with formal star ratings like Facebook and Google get tallied up and averaged for all your future customers to see. Harvard Business Review reviewed tens of thousands of TripAdvisor hotel reviews and if available, the hotels’ responses. Google My Business encompasses your business’ presence on Google.
Firebelly
OCTOBER 27, 2011
I stayed at the Harbor Court Hotel, a very nice hotel for the price, on the waterfront not far from the Golden Gate Bridge. Some of my experiences become great stories and conversation points that have, in turn, made the Harbor Court a hotel I will return to. I asked around and found these places and stories.
Direct Marketing Observations
OCTOBER 17, 2014
Here’s another scenario: You’re at your computer, you’re on Google and you’re searching for something…The screen freezes, you see the little “thingy” going around so you know it’s “working,” and still nothing. You’re angry because it took entirely too long.
Waxing UnLyrical
AUGUST 9, 2017
On Friday night, after drinks/nibbles with a friend, I headed to the loo (Brit-speak for “restroom” ICYDK) at the restaurant before heading back to my hotel. Twitter Facebook Google+ LinkedIn That One Time I Crashed the Del McCoury Band. So this past week I spent a few days in NYC, one of my fave cities in the world.
Convince & Convert
NOVEMBER 5, 2014
You drop your bags off at the hotel, and you’re hungry. It’s happening already on Google – Type in “Steakhouses” in Maps, and it’ll show you all the steakhouses around you. The hell with TripAdvisor’s hotel reviews, and screw Yelp’s restaurant reviews. Ready for some strategy? It’s dinner time. It’s a no-brainer.
Convince & Convert
MAY 30, 2012
Vacationist - Vacationist is a members-only website featuring exclusive sales for stays at fine hotels (Web). Hotel Tonight - Last minute-deals on unsold hotel rooms up to 70% off (Web, iPhone, iPad, Android). Priceline Hotel Negotiator Negotiate up to 60% off with Name Your Own Price and book a room in seconds.
Bill Hartzer
NOVEMBER 29, 2010
When Google sees these errors, your website gets penalized. Repetitive title tags will cause Google to believe the page is dynamically generated and/or spammy. In this example, lets say you want to optimize for dallas hotel, dallas hotels, dallas motel, dallas motels, cheap dallas hotel, cheap dallas hotels, cheap dallas motels.
Bill Hartzer
SEPTEMBER 22, 2015
There is free internet access here at the China World Hotel in Beijing, but is it really free? ” On the back of the card, there are 12 websites listed: Sites like Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, Google, Flickr, and Instagram are all blocked. This week I am Beijing, China doing a keynote address about SEO and domain names.
Twist Image
DECEMBER 26, 2012
It's everything Google in one, simple and easy-to-use app. From search and Gmail to Google + and Google Translate. It's one of those apps that you just have to have if you use any of Google's products (and, who doesn't?). I stay in a lot of hotels. google plus. google translate. arjun basu.
Firebelly
OCTOBER 9, 2012
By Drew Olanoff Let’s put it out there right now: I am personally not a fan of Klout, which ranks people based on their Internet interactions and engagement on services like Twitter, Facebook, and Google+. By Dan Tynan Your Klout score may help you land a job or snag a better hotel room — but not for long. Why Klout is doomed.
Bill Hartzer
AUGUST 7, 2014
Due to Google’s recent official announcement that an https site is a search engine ranking factor, I’ve decided to move my site, BillHartzer.com, to https from http. How many times have you accessed a site on an open network or from a hotel and got unexpected ads? Google can trust the site more.
Waxing UnLyrical
JUNE 4, 2014
So which one garnered more interest according to Google trends? Pic-N-Post has already revolutionized weddings and parties; now, it’s changing the game for hotels, convention centers, special events, restaurants, and more. Twitter Google+ LinkedIn Five Signs the Future Belongs to User-Generated Content.
Idaconcpts
JULY 10, 2012
Klout tracks activity across numerous social networks, including Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn, Google+, Foursquare and YouTube. A hotel chain might be more than happy to give an “influencer” a free weekend at one of its locations, hoping that individual will influence others to become guests at the chain’s hotels.
Small Business Mavericks
JULY 23, 2011
How does Google Maps rank your business for searches conducted? But your Google Maps listing will be ranked based on a user’s search query and your location from their search location. But your Google Maps listing will be ranked based on a user’s search query and your location from their search location. Prominence.
Twist Image
AUGUST 24, 2014
I was in Silicon Valley last month doing some work with Google. Will hotels be competitive in a world of Airbnb ? advertisingpodcast airbnb altimetergroup blog blogging brand businessbook businesspodcast crowdcompanies davidusher digitalmarketing facebook forrester google itunes jeremiahowyang marketingpodcast twitter uber'
Oktopost
MARCH 5, 2019
Tip: Note below how Microsoft specifically calls out Amazon and Google. You don’t even need to be a Fortune 500 brand like Microsoft or Google to to do it right. Here are four ways to do that: Set up Google alerts on trends within your industry. For example, if you’re in the hotel industry, automation is a big topic.
Waxing UnLyrical
JULY 4, 2012
I was able to get us a reservation at a nearby hotel on Monday (using my points, so we didn’t even have to pay for it!), If you enjoyed it, be sure to connect with Shonali on Twitter , Facebook , or Google+. and I can’t tell you how blissful it felt to be able to take a proper shower. In Praise of Freedom.
Bill Hartzer
NOVEMBER 14, 2014
Back in 2004, I hand-picked about 16 of the best Search Marketers in Dallas to join me at a hotel conference room to talk about search. I’m speaking this year about the latest Google Algorithm Updates at the State of Search conference being held November 17 and 18, 2014, here in Dallas. Awesomesauce.
Razor Social
FEBRUARY 27, 2023
Unless you’ve been living under a stone for a while you must have heard of ChatGPT… When you type in something into Google you get a list of links which has information that will help with what you are looking for. If you look at Google trends this shows the searches for ‘AI’ over the last 5 years.
Twist Image
OCTOBER 24, 2013
The event will be held at Google ''s UK office and will be starting at 5:00 - 8:00 p.m. David Keene (Head of Enterprise Marketing for Google) will also be on hand, if there are any questions on what Google is up to. It will be a live Q&A session where nothing will be off limits (that''s a lie). commections emea. david keene.
Twist Image
OCTOBER 19, 2012
Ibis hotels to have robots paint art while they track your sleep: no, that's not creepy at all - Engadget. "In an interesting example of quantified self and new interfaces, the Ibis hotel is using bed sensors and robot arms to paint pictures of your sleep patterns. "I spent the earlier part of this week at Google Zeitgeist.
Kikolani
MAY 24, 2013
Here are some of the best articles I have seen on Google+ , retweeted on @kikolani , and read in RSS subscriptions this week. Google Penguin 2013: How to Evolve Link Building into Real SEO – SEO used to be about tuning a website for optimal consumption by spiders. Be sure to follow Kristi on Twitter , Facebook , and Google+.
Bill Hartzer
FEBRUARY 11, 2012
Google, Yahoo, etc), on behalf of the enterprise as well as individual hotel properties and clusters. Establishes guidance and programs for individual hotels with SEO needs. – Plans, and implements natural search programs for identified hotel. – Establishes communication plan as established by department head.
Waxing UnLyrical
MAY 9, 2011
I’ll admit, I used to worry about Google. I’ve had numerous discussions about growing concerns that Google has the power to control what you can and cannot read on the Internet. Google, you are awesome. This month, I stand corrected. The frog has finally turned back into the prince.
SocMed Sean
JUNE 25, 2019
If you have to manage your business social media channels while on vacation, jump in and do it…but don’t let it ruin your holiday Just don’t spend all of your vacation time sitting in the hotel room managing social media while your family is enjoying a sunny day at the beach.
Viper Chill
AUGUST 27, 2014
One of the things we teach in Marketing Inc is about having a laser-like focus on just focusing in one specific industry and master marketing to that industry (for e.g. becoming THE marketing guy for hotels). For instance, being the go to guy for marketing London Hotels. London Hotel. Is this a philosophy you would agree with?
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