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New partnership between Smartness and OTA optimization experts Otamiser | Smartness
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Smartness and Otamiser: meet your new power duo

Make every OTA view count: Smartness and Otamiser now work together to boost visibility and bookings

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Ask a Host: How to retain new guests after summer | Smartness
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Ask a Host: How to retain new guests after summer

Every month, we answer your questions. Today: how to build loyalty among summer guests and encourage them to come back.

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2026 prices: how to check them before you start selling (in 3 steps) | Smartness
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How to check your 2026 prices before going live (in 3 steps)

Copying last year’s prices is never a good idea—here’s how to start 2026 strong from day one

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Ask a Host: How to increase your bike rental sales | Smartness
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Ask a Host: How to increase your bike rental sales

Every month we answer your questions. This time: how to boost your bike rental service.

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How to tell if you're losing revenue in August (and prep for September) | Smartness
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How to tell if you're losing revenue in August (and prepare for September)

Learn how to track your ADR, boost last-minute sales, and avoid scrambling in September.

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How to make your property appear in ChatGPT, Gemini & Perplexity | Smartness
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How to make your property appear in ChatGPT, Gemini & Perplexity

6 rules to boost your visibility in AI-powered search results.

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WhatsApp or email? Which is better for communicating with hotel guests? | Smartness
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WhatsApp or email? Which is better for communicating with hotel guests?

The complete guide to choosing the right channel based on your goals and guest needs.

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High season: 4 checks to see if your property is on track (with examples) | Smartness
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High season: 4 checks to see if your property is on track (with examples)

Learn how to assess occupancy, revenue, ADR, and minimum stay to keep everything under control

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 August email marketing: 3 hotel newsletter examples based on your occupancy | Smartness
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August email marketing: 3 hotel newsletter ideas based on your occupancy

Discover which newsletter to send in August and how to write it: build guest loyalty, promote extras, or fill your rooms.

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