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As a hotelier, you’re not just selling a room—you’re offering a complete experience. But to deliver a great guest experience (and encourage repeat stays), you need to understand your guests better than ever. That’s where aggregated data and derived variables come into play. 

In an uncertain economy, hotels and resorts must navigate rising costs, unpredictable demand, and shifting guest expectations. And in order to thrive, hospitality leaders need more than good instincts—they need reliable, flexible technology that maximizes every marketing dollar and deepens guest relationships. 

In today’s ultra-competitive hospitality landscape, delivering a memorable guest experience is no longer a luxury—it’s a necessity. But even the most breathtaking ocean views or high-thread-count sheets won’t keep guests returning if hoteliers fail to understand and engage them on a personal level. That’s where your guest data becomes invaluable. 

In an era where guest expectations continue to evolve and hyper-segmentation is considered the norm, leveraging data effectively can help hotels provide personalized experiences, increase direct bookings, and drive guest loyalty. In a recent webinar hosted by the BC Hotel Association and Ascent360, speakers, Paul Hawes & Scott Buelter examine how hoteliers, from small independents to multi-property conglomerates, can make data-driven decisions that create meaningful guest experiences. 

It’s no secret that personalization is key to engaging your guests. For hotels, delivering timely and relevant messages to guests can make all the difference in securing direct bookings and encouraging repeat stays. Webhook-triggered emails, also known as behavioral emails, are an effective way to achieve this.