Expedia Group is celebrating Global Travel Advisor Day by hosting several events, including breakfasts, lunches and evening reception, across the world today – including Canada – to recognize and show appreciation for its Expedia TAAP travel agent partners and the vital role they play in the travel ecosystem.
Expedia says the events serve as a “dedicated moment to recognize travel agents, express gratitude for their contributions and share program updates.”
New products and enhancements to the Expedia TAAP global booking platform, which connects travel agents to its extensive portfolio of hotels, vacation rentals, flights, packages, car rentals and activities, will also be unveiled.
“Global Travel Advisor Day is an opportunity for Expedia Group to celebrate and support travel agents worldwide,” says Robin Lawther, VP of Expedia TAAP. “With today’s announcement, we’re reinforcing our commitment by expanding into new markets (UAE) and launching initiatives that help agents attract customers, personalize experiences and grow their businesses. By investing in tools that improve cash flow management and create new revenue opportunities, we’re empowering them to thrive in an evolving industry.”
Maximizing earnings, flexible payment options
For example, to further empower travel agents, Expedia TAAP has introduced the agency service charge to majority points of sale, allowing agents to add a discretionary fee to lodging bookings. This feature helps agents get compensated, on top of regular commission, for their expertise when the booking is made, without requiring a separate transaction.
Expedia TAAP has long offered deferred payments, giving travel agents the flexibility to book now and pay later, helping them manage cash flow. Building on this, new enhancements now allow agents to book accommodation up to 365 days in advance and make post-booking itinerary changes, offering even greater control and convenience.
Additionally, to meet the diverse payment preferences of global markets, bank transfers are now accepted on Expedia TAAP in regions where this method is favoured.
May Sale
Meanwhile, the Expedia Travel Agent Affiliate Program (TAAP) has launched its ‘May Sale’ for travel agent partners to take advantage of exclusive offerings of at least 25% off thousands of hotels in top global destinations. Agents have until May 26 to take advantage of the booking offer, available for travel through Sept. 30.
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