Why 30,000 Hotels Are Joining the Platform Changing Group Travel

It’s not every day that 30,000+ hotels decide to shake up how they do business.

But that’s exactly what’s happening on Crewfare Launchpad.

From boutique properties to global chains, hotel teams are signing up, logging in, and sourcing smarter—because the way group travel works is changing. Fast.

 

5 Hotel Sourcing Mistakes That Are Costing Your Event Money

The 2025 Event Planner’s Guide to Booking Group Travel

2025 is going to be big.

More events. More attendees. More cities. And definitely more pressure to make everything run smoothly—especially when it comes to hotels.

Whether you’re planning conferences, festivals, weddings, or group retreats, booking group travel is one of those things that can be simple… but usually isn’t.

Spreadsheets, email chains, and missed cut-off dates? That era is over.

Here’s what you actually need to know to win the group travel game in 2025—and how to make your hotel booking process a whole lot smarter.

How to Negotiate Better Hotel Rates for Your Event

You know what’s awkward? Trying to negotiate a better hotel rate over email, copying and pasting your numbers into Excel, and hoping your “just checking in” message doesn’t get ignored.

You know what’s worse? Accepting the first offer and realizing later you could’ve saved thousands.

Negotiating doesn’t have to be uncomfortable—or complicated. You just need the right tools and the right approach.

Why Your RFPs Are Getting Ignored—And How to Fix It

If you’ve ever sent out a hotel RFP and heard nothing but crickets… you’re not alone.
You double-check your email. Refresh your inbox. Maybe send a polite follow-up.
Still nothing.

It’s not you—it’s the process.

Here’s the hard truth:

Most hotel reps are buried in outdated systems, unclear requests, and inboxes overflowing with spreadsheets. If your RFP isn’t laser-focused and easy to act on, it’s probably getting skipped—or worse, lost in the shuffle.

How to Avoid Hotel Attrition Clauses That Eat Your Budget

Using Crewfare Launchpad to Take Control of Your Hotel Contracts

If you’ve ever been hit with a surprise hotel attrition fee, you know how quickly it can derail your event or travel budget. Attrition clauses—those fine-print terms that penalize you for not meeting minimum room bookings—can seem unavoidable. But with the right tools and a smart strategy, you can protect your budget and gain leverage during negotiations.

Here’s how to use Crewfare Launchpad to avoid the hidden costs of hotel attrition—and keep your events running smoothly.