# Bookings 90+ days out hit yearly low: what's going on?

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Published: 2026-07-28T18:47:00.680Z
Modified: 2026-07-28T18:47:00.680Z
Author: Joan Sanz
Topics: Revenue & Distribution
Summary: According to Hosteltur, hotel reservations with more than 90 days lead time have hit their lowest level of the year. We analyze causes and opportunities for Dominican hotels.

## Article

Hotel reservations with more than 90 days lead time have hit their lowest level of the year, according to [Hosteltur](https://www.hosteltur.com/177688_las-reservas-hoteleras-a-mas-de-90-dias-tocan-su-nivel-minimo-del-ano.html). This is no joke: it's the first time in 2023 that the long booking window has fallen this much.

My take is that travelers are waiting until the last minute. Could be due to economic uncertainty, oversupply, or because flexible cancellation policies killed advance bookings. But hey, this is also an opportunity. For hotels in Punta Cana, Puerto Plata and Samaná, it's time to sharpen revenue management, push last-minute deals and lure guests with experiences that demand an immediate booking.

**This data point is not a drama, it's a wake-up call.** Those who read it right and adjust their distribution and dynamic pricing strategy will come out ahead. In the Dominican Republic we have the strength of a strong market. Now it's time to play the short game.

## Sources

- Hosteltur: https://www.hosteltur.com/177688_las-reservas-hoteleras-a-mas-de-90-dias-tocan-su-nivel-minimo-del-ano.html

## Citation

Bookings 90+ days out hit yearly low: what's going on?. Turismo News. 2026-07-28. https://turismo.news/en/digest/bookings-90-days-lowest-year-hotels-dr