In this eBook, we explore powerful ways to maximize your margins as an outdoor hospitality operator. It’s a guide to cutting costs and growing revenue!
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Feeling the pinch of increasing operating costs? You’re not alone. It’s what we’re hearing from so many operators across the outdoor hospitality community.
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1. Revenue Optimization
Upselling and Cross-Selling: Offer booking add-ons like firewood, guided tours, equipment rentals, or premium site locations to increase per-guest revenue.
Dynamic Pricing: Dynamic pricing boosts occupancy, reduces unsold rooms, and maximizes revenue.
Wi-Fi Upgrades: Provide free basic Wi-Fi while offering premium high-speed access for an additional fee.
2. Cost Reduction
Integrations: Boost efficiency by connecting your systems. Integrate tools like accounting software, revenue management platforms, and more with your PMS to create a seamless, unified ecosystem. This streamlines operations, saves time, and improves workflows for you and your team.
Energy Efficiency: Cut your utility bills by investing in energy-efficient appliances, LED lighting, and water-saving devices. Think smart thermostats that optimize heating and cooling, or motion-sensor lights that switch off when no one’s around.
Automated Meter Readings: Ditch the hassle of manual meter checks. Automate readings with smart software, like Wild Energy, that tracks usage and ensures accurate billing—saving you time, effort, and money.
3. Guest Experience
Personalized Communication: Did you know 3 in 4 campground operators still send emails and SMS manually, thinking it’s the key to personalization? Here’s the truth: it’s not—and here’s why… With a PMS that supports email and SMS communication, you unlock the power of data fields. These fields let you automatically include personalized details—like guest names, booking info, or special requests—into every message. The result? A personal touch, at scale, without the manual grind.
Improve Accessibility: 4 in 10 campers face mobility challenges. That's a significant portion of your guests! To ensure everyone can enjoy their stay, consider adding features like easy-to-navigate pathways, accessible bathrooms, and pool steps with sturdy rails. These simple improvements can make a big difference in creating an inclusive experience for all.
Flexible Payment Options: Did you know 45% of travelers are more likely to book if free cancellation is offered, and 75% prefer Buy Now, Pay Later options to fund their trips? By providing flexible payment choices like PayPal, automated plans, upfront deposits, or ZipPay, you can boost bookings and enhance guest satisfaction. The best part? A great property management system handles all of this effortlessly for you.
4. Marketing & Branding
Understand Your Guest: The first step is to understand your guests’ demographic and profile. You should be thinking… “Who am I tailoring for? What does this data tell me they want?”
Get Targeted: Understanding your guest profiles helps you focus your efforts where they matter most. If a large portion of your bookings comes from platforms like Airbnb or Booking.com, invest more time and budget into those channels to boost ROI.
The Power of Social Media: Over 50% of Gen Z travelers turn to social media for trip inspiration, scrolling TikTok and Instagram before deciding where to stay. With $950 million in annual spending power, they’re a market you can’t ignore.
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Once you download the free Maximize Your Margins eBook you will have access to all of our actionable tips to maximizing margins as a campground operator.
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