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Windstar Cruises selects IDeaS to advance demand forecasting and pricing strategy. Apr 13, 2026, 08:45 ET Growing boutique cruise line taps into advanced analytics to power forecasting, enable smarter pricing decisions MINNEAPOLIS, April 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ - IDeaS, a SAS company and the world's leading provider of hospitality revenue management software, is expanding its RMS solution for the cruise industry by working with Miami-based Windstar Cruises, renowned for its intimate ships and yacht-like experiences, to modernize revenue strategy and accelerate growth. With a growing fleet and a wide range of stateroom categories and onboard experiences - from sailing yachts to all-suite yachts - Windstar's team needs a more precise, scalable way to anticipate demand and calibrate pricing across its portfolio. For Windstar, the collaboration reflects and expands the company's continued commitment to innovation, including investments in its fleet, renovations, guest experience, and operational improvement initiatives. This engagement comes at a pivotal moment for the cruise industry. Global passenger volume is projected to reach 38.9 million in 2026, with industry revenue expected to surpass $46.5 billion. For operators like Windstar, capitalizing on this growth requires a more sophisticated approach to forecasting, pricing, and guest value optimization. With Windstar now operating eight ships, specialized technology is needed to manage pricing across itineraries, ship types, and cabin categories. These areas are where IDeaS Cruise Revenue Management System (RMS) delivers a decisive advantage. Known for delivering personalized, small-ship journeys to hidden harbors and off-the-beaten-path destinations, Windstar's approach to cruising aligns naturally with IDeaS' strategy. As part of the agreement, Windstar Cruises will harness the capabilities of IDeaS Cruise RMS to refine and elevate its revenue strategy. Powered by advanced forecasting algorithms, AI and machine learning help the system anticipate demand by market segment and cabin type to support dynamic pricing decisions with greater precision. Total onboard spending also informs the system's optimization logic enabling a more holistic view of guest value. These capabilities are helping Windstar advance its modernization goals and move beyond traditional manual and labor-intensive revenue management approaches. As cruise operators increasingly seek smarter, more connected ways to respond to shifting demand, solutions like IDeaS Cruise RMS are setting a new benchmark for timely, data-driven forecasting and pricing decisions. Crystal Pernici, Global Director, New Ventures, said: "Cruise lines are at a pivotal moment. The manual revenue management practices traditionally used in this industry are no longer enough to keep pace with evolving market dynamics. We are proud to bring our Cruise RMS technology to Windstar's prestigious boutique fleet - helping teams anticipate demand, understand guest value, and make faster, more confident pricing decisions as conditions change. This collaboration reinforces our commitment to the cruise industry, and we're excited to support Windstar as it modernizes its commercial strategy." Victor Valencia, VP of Revenue Management at Windstar Cruises, said: "With an expanding fleet, our team needs to revenue manage with a level of precision and speed that simply can't be done on an Excel sheet. IDeaS' cruise-specialized RMS will help us anticipate demand more accurately and adjust pricing accordingly across our portfolio. This enables us to make smarter decisions while continuing to invest in the Windstar programs and experiences our guests value most." The cruise industry continues to expand, with operators racing to modernize revenue strategies and make the most of every sailing. By combining advanced algorithms with total guest-value insights, IDeaS Cruise RMS supports more precise forecasting and more responsive pricing across market segments and cabin types. With Windstar now on board, IDeaS further expands its footprint in the cruise industry, building on decades of leadership in hospitality revenue management and reinforcing its role as a trusted partner in innovation. About IDeaS IDeaS, a SAS company, powers profitable hospitality. As the global leader in revenue management, IDeaS supports a diverse range of hospitality, including independent hotels, resorts, global hotel chains, cruise lines, and parking brands. IDeaS' AI-driven solutions go beyond forecasting and pricing to optimize revenue, boost profitability, and improve efficiency, helping hospitality organizations build fully connected commercial strategies. With more than 31,000 installations globally, IDeaS continues to innovate and set the standard for growth, performance, and value in the next era of hospitality. About Windstar Cruises For four decades, Windstar Cruises has been reimagining small-ship cruising with a distinctive blend of relaxed luxury and genuine connection to the world's most captivating destinations. From its origins with motor sailing yachts tailored for upscale yet casual travel, Windstar has grown into a diverse fleet of four Star Class all-suite yachts - including its newest addition of Star Seeker in December 2025 - and three Wind Class sailing yachts, offering voyages that are both intimate and inspiring. It's highly anticipated yacht, Star Explorer, is set to debut in December 2026, expanding the fleet to eight yachts accommodating 150-350 guests. Windstar's legendary Wind Class sailing yachts are also undergoing a meticulous two-phase redesign to be completed by 2027. Windstar yachts sail to more than 330 ports across Europe, the Caribbean, Costa Rica and the Panama Canal, Alaska, Canada and New England, Japan, the South Pacific, and Asia. Unlike most cruise lines, Windstar sails year-round in the Mediterranean and Tahiti, offering different destination experiences seasonally. Each Windstar voyage is designed to immerse guests in authentic cultural experiences, all while delivering the comfort, service, and style that define the Windstar difference. Windstar Cruises is proud to be part of the Xanterra Travel Collection(R), a distinguished group of global hospitality and travel companies with a legacy spanning over a hundred years. Xanterra operates iconic national parks, including Grand Canyon, Yellowstone, Glacier, and Death Valley. The Xanterra Travel Collection(R) is owned by The Anschutz Corporation, the ultimate owner of the Broadmoor, Sea Island, and entertainment giant AEG, Anschutz Entertainment Group. Press Contact: SOURCE IDeaS

ATLANTIC Hotels expands strategic partnership with IDeaS ahead of new flagship Frankfurt property opening. Summary. ATLANTIC Hotels expands its partnership with IDeaS to use advanced revenue management solutions for the upcoming ATLANTIC Hotel Frankfurt/Main, set to open in summer 2026. This collaboration aims to enhance pricing strategies in a competitive market, enabling data-driven decisions and efficient operations from the outset. The new property will feature 373 rooms and is strategically positioned for business demand. Long-standing technology partnership expands as group deploys advanced revenue management in a highly competitive German market FRANKFURT- 26 March, 2026 - IDeaS, a SAS company and the world's leading provider of AI-powered hospitality revenue management software, today announced that ATLANTIC Hotels is expanding its partnership with the company to support the launch of its newest flagship property, ATLANTIC Hotel Frankfurt/Main, scheduled to open in summer 2026. As competition intensifies in Germany's urban hotel markets amid shifting demand patterns, rising costs, and increased price transparency, advanced revenue management has become critical to supporting agile pricing, intelligent commercial decisions, and sustainable profitability. Against this backdrop, ATLANTIC Hotels selected IDeaS for its new Frankfurt property, marking the next phase in the group's growing partnership with IDeaS and reinforcing its continued investment in data-driven, intelligence-led revenue strategies. Leveraging IDeaS' AI-powered revenue management solution G3 RMS, ATLANTIC Hotels moves beyond manual or reactive pricing by accessing automated, science-based revenue recommendations. By continuously monitoring and adapting to property performance data and market dynamics, the platform supports more accurate forecasting, improved business-mix decisions, and stronger revenue outcomes across all demand segments. These capabilities will set the stage for success from day one at ATLANTIC's new Frankfurt hotel, a 4-star superior property with 373 rooms and suites spanning 20 floors of the 34-story Sparda-Bank Tower. With seven conference rooms and a direct entrance to the Messe Frankfurt trade fair, the hotel is ideally positioned for business and event-driven demand, further strengthening the group's presence in key German business and leisure destinations. Launching with G3 RMS in place enables ATLANTIC to align pricing and inventory decisions with emerging demand patterns weeks in advance from opening day. This supports a smoother, more confident market entry while reducing manual processes for the hotel team. Peter Gärtner, Director of Revenue, at ATLANTIC Hotels, said: "As we prepare to open our new Frankfurt property, it is important for us to have a revenue management solution in place that supports informed, strategic decision-making from the outset. The Frankfurt market is highly competitive, and the trust built from our continued collaboration with IDeaS gives us confidence that we are well positioned from day one." Headquartered in Bremen, ATLANTIC Hotels is an established German hotel group operating 20 properties with more than 2,500 rooms in Germany and Austria. Part of the Zech Group, the company benefits from a vertically integrated model that combines development, ownership, and operations, supporting consistent quality standards and long-term performance across its portfolio. Michael McCartan, Area Vice President, EMEA, at IDeaS, said: "ATLANTIC Hotels has worked with IDeaS for a number of years across other properties, and this latest implementation reflects the strength of that ongoing relationship. Our shared success with the group is a strong example of how we're well equipped to support sophisticated regional hotel groups as they grow. As the group prepares to open its new Frankfurt property, we will continue to provide a proven foundation for commercial success from the outset. We look forward to continuing our collaboration as the hotel comes to market." The Frankfurt opening represents another milestone in ATLANTIC Hotels' development roadmap, supported by a technology partnership designed to deliver measurable commercial impact from opening and beyond.