{"id":729,"date":"2012-05-11T12:22:37","date_gmt":"2012-05-11T12:22:37","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.pmpazure.co.uk\/blog\/?p=729"},"modified":"2015-11-11T10:54:20","modified_gmt":"2015-11-11T10:54:20","slug":"how-to-get-bookings-even-in-times-of-austerity","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.promotemyplace.com\/blog\/how-to-get-bookings-even-in-times-of-austerity","title":{"rendered":"How to Get Bookings Even in Times of Austerity"},"content":{"rendered":"

There\u2019s no doubt we\u2019re living in austere times. Many people are cutting back on their holidays and looking for good deals. This makes it even more important for you to market your holiday lets as actively and positively as you can.<\/p>\n

The good news is you don\u2019t have to sit back and hope for the best. There\u2019s plenty you can do to ensure those bookings keep on rolling in.<\/p>\n

Don\u2019t be a shrinking violet!<\/strong><\/p>\n

This isn\u2019t the time to be modest about your holiday rental. Think about its best points and make sure your website or listing incorporates as many of them as possible. Don\u2019t forget you\u2019re competing against lots of other holiday rentals, so think about how yours can be the most appealing one of all. It\u2019s worth brainstorming on every aspect of what you have to offer \u2013 you\u2019ll be glad you did.<\/p>\n

How\u2019s that photo looking?<\/strong><\/p>\n

They say an image is worth a thousand words. While the information about your rental will help people decide whether to make a booking, the first thing they are likely to see is the photo of your holiday home. So take a fresh look at it \u2013 is it looking its best? Does it show off the best side of your holiday let?<\/p>\n

Make doubly sure the first picture potential guests see displays your holiday rental to its best advantage. If it’s of the exterior, hanging baskets filled with colour can draw the eye in. A neat and tidy entrance, freshly painted in a bright colour, also grabs the attention. Make sure the quality of the photo is as sharp as possible too so you can display it beautifully.<\/p>\n

Do you offer deals?<\/strong><\/p>\n

Deals are one of the strongest ways to market your holiday let during hard times. People are looking for the best prices. Think three nights for the price of two, or a percentage discount on a week\u2019s holiday. Offer discounts to guests who can be more flexible with their bookings so you can accommodate more people more easily. Try different ideas to see what works best.<\/p>\n

Be quick with enquiries<\/strong><\/p>\n

If someone is interested enough to enquire about your holiday let, it\u2019s always best to respond as quickly as possible. Great service is something we don\u2019t often see enough of. If you can supply this right from the start, you\u2019re virtually assured of more bookings.<\/p>\n

Set your holiday let apart from the competition<\/strong><\/p>\n

This isn\u2019t just about avoiding \u2018shrinking violet\u2019 syndrome. It\u2019s about transforming your holiday rental from an appealing let to an irresistible let. How could you do this? Offer a free welcome basket with a few supplies and perhaps even a nice arrangement of flowers to greet people when they arrive. This can be promoted inclusive of the booking. If you\u2019re good at baking, make sure there is a home baked cake awaiting your guests\u2019 arrival. Nothing is better than the personal touch!<\/p>\n

In short, give your holiday rental website or listing an overhaul to ensure it is ready to grab all the bookings it possibly can \u2013 even during hard times.<\/p>\n

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