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We are committed to improving the travel and accommodation services industry in South Africa in whatever way we can. So join the Accommodation Africa community – on Facebook and follow our blog – have your say, read about and share interesting events and activities in South Africa and help us make the most of our great country.
We welcome enquiries from any establishment wishing to join the Accommodation Africa network, however, please note that certain criteria do apply to ensure that top quality and service-orientated accommodation providers are listed on our website.
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- Making it easier for clients to find and access EMPTY ROOMS on our website and to book & pay accommodation online.
- Increase overall occupancy and revenue of all network partners
- Maximize the full potential of the tools & technology at our disposal
- Share, motivate and build sustainable business relationships with our accommodation providers.
- Combine marketing and advertising resources from participating establishments into one strong business platform.
Advanced Online Booking Service
Our online bookings platform now offers the best advanced features, where valued users will experience the ease of using the bookings process – where room vacancies will show right up front, when activated. View example
Accommodation providers are understandably reluctant to join subscription based listings. Few networks on the internet deliver a reasonable track record. After many years of experience, accommodation providers would probably know that many commission models, offering free listings, only have limited success. It may look impressive with more enquiries, SMS's etc. – but they actually create more admin and pressure during the busier times when there are limited or no vacancies.
Why are hotel groups so successful despite the much higher rates they charge?
Effective marketing is the key solution to fill their empty beds!
We offer you an excellent solution to get an edge above your competitors at a minimal cost to you. There are 4 options:
- Platinum Listing >> A listing with investment option.
- Premium Listing >> An affordable subscription based plan to suit your specific requirements - no commission applies.
- Standard Listing >> Free listing apply to Nightsbridge subscribers who activated Travelbook 15 - no commission applies.
- Standard Plus Listing >> A free trial period for up to 6 months with all the benefits of a premium listing.
Click here to read the full details.
Are you making the best use of all the Nightsbridge features already at your disposal? View how some or all of these excellent tools can benefit you:
- Rates: the price-structure forms the foundation of a sound business. It is essential that you take the time to plan and utilize all the tools, already at your disposal. Make the best use of:
- Seasons
- Sharing or Unit Rates
- Meal Plans
- Maximize the benefits of Sliding Scales
- Override Rates
- Specials & Packages
- Long Stay Discounts
- Using Quotes
- Multiple rate sheets for business travelers (corporate), travel agents, tour operators, STO rates.
Simplify these all important business issues within your bookings system - View examples
- Templates: make the most of the templates at your disposal. Improve your business image with a professional look for your Booking Advice / Booking Confirmation / Invoice / Tax Invoice / Pro-forma Invoice - View examples
- Client Manager: go one step further by activating Client Manager on Nightsbridge. Call Nightsbridge on 021 790 9910/18 to activate the link that will then be visible in Webview. There is a once-off activation fee of R300.00 plus 14% VAT.
1. An addtional 'Client Login' frame now appears in the bookings process, where your approved business clients may access a different, pre-loaded rate sheet.
2. Set-up and manage clients and passwords in Client Manager - View Examples - Tools: The rates calculator (MS Excel) is available to help with a smooth, hassle-free set-up of your rate sheets and pricing.
Syncronize >> Pre-requisite, non-negotiable for any online bookings system - View examples
How can we help you to make the best use of the tools at your disposal? The level of assistance/advice is your choice.
This service is included free of charge to all investors in Platinum Listings AND new subscribers who apply under our Special Offer!
- DIY Setup & Fine-tune - Step-by-step self-help online guide to tools and downloadable templates - R100.00 + VAT
- Remote assistance in setting up or fine tuning your Nightsbridge by using Team Viewer - R250.00 + VAT
- Monthly business reporting on Google Docs
- Explore and develop practical, cost effective business communication platforms - feed back, support, motivation, sharing.
You get:-
- one information page on our website with multiple links and filtering options to assist clients in finding their preferences. View Example
- Your contact details, including your own web URL and link published on our website - putting you in direct contact with prospective customers - you being the best equipped to sell your own value proposition to them.
- Exposure on our Business Travel platform where the number of rooms are limited per area or town based on the specific demand.
The search results showing only the EMPTY ROOMS. - Daily promotion of your business on our network to local & international markets.
- The huge benefit of accommodation providers in our network supporting one another
- Free or discounted access to our online DIY self-help guide or remote assistance in setting up or fine-tuning inventory and business travel rates on Nightsbridge - ready to publish your EMPTY ROOMS onto the right desktops in the business world.
- No commissions payable to Accommodation Africa.
WHY ACCOMMODATION AFRICA ONLINE?
Simply because we understand the industry better than most of the marketers and internet travel portals out there - and we know we have the better solution for you to GET THE COMPETITIVE EDGE!!
Why do we recommend Nightsbridge?
If your vacant rooms/units can not be booked online, you should consider using Nightsbridge. Once your inventory and rates are properly set up, it will give you more time to look after your guests without running the risk of losing new or potential bookings. It is a simple but effective system to manage your enquiries and bookings in real-time, remotely from anywhere in the world! It works for you 24/7/365 - even while you are sleeping!
Click here for a preview of how effective this exceptional tool works in finding suitable accommodation online. Enter your area and dates to see what comes up.
More than 90% of our network partners use Nightsbridge with great satisfaction, why shouldn’t you?
Click here for full details and pricing to register with Nightsbridge online.
- Nightsbridge subscription must be current and active in order to provide an effective online bookings platform
- All bookings must be logged immediately and kept 100% synchronized at all times - no exceptions allowed
- The immediate suspension of a listing and all related benefits when failing to adhere to this basic requirement
- Minimum standards apply
- New listing applications will be subject to vacancies within a specific business unit.
APPLY NOW
Should you be interested in listing your property or require further information in this regard, please call or complete a listing form to receive a free quote and an application form.
LISTING FORM
or complete and return the following forms to listing@bookaccommodationonline.com
- Listing Application & Investment option (request by email - new form to be published online)
- Request form by email >> Facilities & Amenities
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Do not hesitate to contact me if you have any questions or want to make an appointment to discuss your specific needs.
Kirstein Combrink
Registrations
021 556 3971
listing@bookaccommodationonline.com