A glossary is a list of terms in a special subject, field, or area of usage, with accompanying definitions. Metrics or industry terms that are present in the product can be summarized in the Glossary to improve users' understanding of the product.


Term
Definition
Chain CodeIt is an identifier code of two characters, used by global distribution systems (GDSs) to identify hotel chains.
Distribution ChannelA method or system for distribution on which travelers can search for and book rooms at accommodation providers. Also referred to as a channel, booking website, online travel agency (OTA), travel website and distribution channel.
Hotel BrandsBrands are the second level of hotel organization, in which a collection of properties with similar levels of luxury and offerings are grouped together under one name, such as Hilton's Waldorf, Curio, and DoubleTree. Chains can develop their own brands, or acquire smaller chains and convert them into their own brands.
Hotel ChainsHotel chains are the largest organizing structure of a hotel group. Examples include Marriott, Hilton, IHG, Accor, Radisson, Best Western, Choice, and many more. Each chain contains multiple brands, they tend to have 100s or 1000s of properties within their holding and cover many markets.
Hotel IDA unique code is assigned to each hotel, also known as Property ID.
Online travel agencies (OTA)Websites offering comprehensive travel shopping and reservations solutions to consumers. Examples include Booking.com, Expedia, Ctrip, and many local and regional sites.
Rate PlanIt is a deal/package on which a room is sold. For example, room only, room with breakfast included, room with services included, etc.
Room CodeA series of alphanumeric characters is used in a global distribution system (GDS) to identify a particular room type in a hotel.
Room TypeA room type represents some form of categorization, set, or collection of rooms with some common element at the hotel that must be managed for marketing purposes within the hotel. For example, a room type might be a suite or a single room with a king bed, poolside, or ocean-side. A room may belong to multiple room types i.e., a King room in the honeymoon series.