Expedia Group is a leading online travel agency that offers a comprehensive range of travel booking services, including airline tickets, hotel reservations, car rentals, cruises, vacation packages, and various attractions. The company operates several well-known brands, notably Expedia, Hotels.com, and Vrbo, along with the metasearch site Trivago. As one of the largest online travel agencies globally, Expedia generates a substantial portion of its revenue from transaction fees on bookings, with lodging representing the majority of sales. Additionally, Expedia is committed to enhancing the travel experience and fostering connections through its platform, emphasizing the importance of travel as a positive force. The company also supports initiatives that benefit underserved communities through targeted funding programs.
The Venture Out Project® provides knowledge and support to schools and organizations to help LGBTQ+ community members be accepted.
Family Holiday Charity
Grant in 2023
Family Holiday Giving Making time for families going through difficult circumstances to spend time together.
Cultural Heritage Economic Alliance
Grant in 2023
Cultural Heritage Economic Alliance is working to improve access and equity through sustainable tourism.
Too Fly Foundation
Grant in 2023
Too Fly Foundation is a non-profit organization dedicated to ensuring that every student has the opportunity to go abroad.
Boyz N The Wood
Grant in 2023
Boyz N The Wood's objective is to use the outdoors as a setting to provide Black men with places to rest and connect, as well as resources and assistance to help them grow.
Untours Foundation
Grant in 2023
The Untours Foundation is a nonprofit organization based in Media, Pennsylvania, focused on alleviating poverty through financial support. It provides low-interest loans or equity to individuals and organizations that aim to create employment opportunities, housing, and valuable goods and services in economically challenged communities. By fostering economic development, the foundation seeks to empower communities and improve living conditions for those in need.
World Affairs Council
Grant in 2023
The World Affairs Council’s YPIN brings together a diverse group of young people with a shared passion for the world around us
Girls Going Global
Grant in 2023
Girls Going Global (GGG) empowers African American and other underserved girls to rise beyond their current situations by providing them with the tools they need to explore the world and become global citizens.
All Wheels Up
Grant in 2023
All Wheels Up's purpose is to raise awareness for safer and more dignified accessible air travel through research and activism. Our solution is for those who use electric wheelchairs, as well as properly modified Manual Wheelchairs, to independently maneuver themselves onto the plane with dignity and safety.
Birthright AFRICA
Grant in 2023
Birthright AFRICA is dedicated to providing a free educational trip to Africa for all teenagers and young adults.
Paralyzed Veterans of America
Grant in 2023
For more than 68 years, Paralyzed Veterans of America has been on a mission to change lives and build brighter futures for our seriously injured heroes to empower these brave men and women with what they need to achieve the things they fought for: freedom and independence. The organization was founded by a band of service members who came home from World War II with a spinal cord injury. They returned to a grateful nation, but also to a world with few solutions to the challenges they faced. They made a decision not just to live, but to live with dignity as contributors to society. They created Paralyzed Veterans of America, an organization dedicated to veterans service, medical research and civil rights for people with disabilities. Today, the work continues to create an America where all veterans and people with disabilities, and their families, have everything they need to live full and productive lives. Paralyzed Veterans national officers and our 34 chapters represent thousands of veterans in all 50 states, the District of Columbia and Puerto Rico.
ARRAY
Grant in 2023
ARRAY is a film distribution company based in Los Angeles.
Global Glimpse
Grant in 2023
Global Glimpse is a non-profit organization that provides travel and leadership programs to US high school students from all backgrounds.
National Park Foundation
Grant in 2023
The National Park Foundation serves as the designated charitable partner of the National Park Service in the United States. The foundation is dedicated to sourcing private funds, allocating targeted grants, and establishing collaborations to fortify and conserve the extensive network of over 400 national parks throughout the U.S. Their endeavors primarily revolve around park conservation, educational initiatives, and the enrichment of visitor interactions. Additionally, they strive to engage the public with the parks through programs that champion preservation, education, and community involvement.
Disability Rights Fund
Grant in 2023
Disability Rights Fund envisions a world where persons with disabilities are fully integrated into society and have equal access to resources and opportunities.
Rainbow Railroad
Grant in 2023
Rainbow Railroad is a North American humanitarian organization that assists at-risk.
Mintable
Series A in 2021
Mintable is a digital marketplace specializing in non-fungible tokens (NFTs), where users can create, buy, and sell digital items. The platform leverages blockchain technology to facilitate the creation, management, browsing, and exchange of NFTs, providing a seamless experience for both creators and collectors. By simplifying the process of minting and trading digital assets, Mintable aims to make it easier for individuals to engage with cryptocurrency and the growing NFT ecosystem.
CanadaStays.com
Acquisition in 2019
CanadaStays.com is Canada's largest vacation rental resource, offering over 50,000 listings that include vacation rentals, cottages, cabins, chalets, resorts, lodges, B&Bs, and other unique accommodations. The platform caters to travelers seeking a diverse range of lodging options across the country. By providing comprehensive information and reviews about various destinations and properties, CanadaStays.com allows users to efficiently find and book unique accommodations that suit their individual budgets and preferences. This makes it a go-to site for those looking to enhance their holiday experience with distinctive rental choices.
Liberty Expedia Holdings
Acquisition in 2019
Liberty Expedia Holdings operates as an online travel company, facilitating both business and leisure travelers with the necessary tools and information for researching, planning, booking, and experiencing travel. The company serves a diverse range of customers and travel suppliers through its extensive brand portfolio, which includes well-known names such as Expedia, Hotels.com, and Travelocity. In addition to its travel services, Liberty Expedia also engages in media and advertising, providing opportunities for both travel and non-travel advertisers to access potential customers. Furthermore, the company operates a subsidiary focused on health and wellness products, primarily selling dietary supplements and sports nutrition items online, as well as offering fitness-related content and subscription services. Liberty Expedia Holdings, incorporated in 2016, is based in Englewood, Colorado.
Pillow
Acquisition in 2018
Pillow is a company that specializes in Internet-based management services for short-term rentals in multifamily properties. It provides a platform that enables building owners and property managers to maintain control and transparency over short-term rental operations. The platform simplifies the rental process by generating real-time reports that summarize unit-level details and revenue. Additionally, it features automated guest check-in to ensure secure communication. Through Pillow's services, residents can easily list their units on popular rental sites such as Homeaway, VRBO, and Airbnb, facilitating a hassle-free experience for homeowners looking to rent their apartments and houses for short durations.
Apartment Jet
Acquisition in 2018
Apartment Jet is a property management software designed for owners and operators in the apartment industry, focusing on short-term rentals. The platform provides essential tools that enhance portfolio-level visibility and control, enabling multifamily apartment developers to effectively manage corporate and guest suites as well as vacant units. By optimizing revenue opportunities, Apartment Jet helps property owners maintain a sense of community that can often be overlooked in the sharing economy. Overall, the company's solutions facilitate a smoother transition for apartments into the short-term rental market, catering to travelers and tourists.
ALICE
Series B in 2017
ALICE is a hotel operations platform that empowers operational excellence and meaningful guest experiences. By bringing all hotel departments together with a single operations platform for internal communication and task management, ALICE helps hotel staff act as a team to provide consistently excellent service.
Traveloka
Funding Round in 2017
Traveloka is an online travel aggregator based in Indonesia, primarily focused on helping customers search for and book various travel options. It operates a comprehensive platform that enables users to compare and book flights, hotels, villas, apartments, transportation, tours, holiday packages, and activities. By providing a user-friendly search engine, Traveloka aims to simplify the travel planning process, allowing individuals to find accommodations and tickets that meet their specific needs. The company has expanded its operations to six countries and continues to explore new initiatives to enhance its impact in the travel industry.
SilverRail
Acquisition in 2017
SilverRail, established in 2009 and headquartered in London, UK, specializes in digital infrastructure for the rail industry. Its platform connects rail carriers and suppliers with travel distributors, offering a comprehensive customer experience from journey planning to ticketing. This includes inventory management, scheduling, pricing, booking, payment, and administration, facilitating seamless global rail access.
Trover
Acquisition in 2016
Trover is a photo-sharing platform designed for travelers, enabling users to contribute location-tagged images and experiences from various destinations worldwide. Accessible through both a website and an iPhone app, it fosters a community where individuals can share their discoveries, gain recognition, and seek inspiration for future travels. The platform features hundreds of thousands of annotated photos across 175 countries, showcasing diverse activities, sights, and culinary experiences. Founded by Jason Karas and Rich Barton, Trover operates out of Seattle and has received funding from notable investors including Concur, Benchmark Capital, General Catalyst Partners, and Ignition Partners.
Wingz
Series B in 2016
Wingz, Inc. operates an online ride-booking platform primarily focused on airport transportation. Founded in 2011 and based in San Francisco, California, the company enables users to connect with drivers for pre-booked rides to specific destinations, particularly airports. Wingz differentiates itself by offering a flat-rate pricing model without surge pricing, providing customers with certainty and transparency in their travel plans. Users can book rides in advance, ensuring a hassle-free experience that eliminates last-minute arrangements. The platform also allows customers to choose their preferred drivers, enhancing the overall travel experience by catering to individual needs and preferences.
ALICE
Series A in 2016
ALICE is a hotel operations platform that empowers operational excellence and meaningful guest experiences. By bringing all hotel departments together with a single operations platform for internal communication and task management, ALICE helps hotel staff act as a team to provide consistently excellent service.
HomeAway
Acquisition in 2015
HomeAway is a leading online marketplace for vacation rental properties, enabling property owners and managers to market their listings to travelers. The company operates a diverse portfolio of vacation rental websites, including HomeAway.com, VRBO.com, and VacationRentals.com in the United States, as well as various regional sites in the United Kingdom, Germany, France, Spain, Brazil, Australia, and New Zealand. Additionally, HomeAway owns travelmob.com, a short-term rental site serving the Asia Pacific region, and BedandBreakfast.com, which specializes in finding bed and breakfast accommodations. As of December 31, 2014, HomeAway's platform featured approximately one million paid listings across around 190 countries, supported by 40 websites in 22 languages. Founded in 2004 and headquartered in Austin, Texas, HomeAway became a subsidiary of Expedia in 2015.
Despegar
Funding Round in 2015
Despegar is an online travel agency that specializes in the Portuguese and Spanish-speaking markets, providing services for both leisure and corporate travelers. Founded in 1999 and headquartered in Miami, Florida, the company enables users to research travel options, check flight availability, and make reservations for flights, hotels, and car rentals through its platform. Despegar also offers various travel-related services, including vacation packages and access to airlines and accommodation options. The company operates in several countries, including Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Mexico, Uruguay, Venezuela, Spain, and the United States, aiming to facilitate unique travel experiences for its customers.
AAE Travel
Acquisition in 2015
AAE Travel Pte. Ltd. is an online travel agency based in Singapore, established in 2011 as a joint venture between Expedia and AirAsia. The company operates both the Expedia and AirAsiaGo platforms across Asia, providing comprehensive travel services. AAE Travel focuses on enhancing the consumer experience in researching, booking, planning, and sharing travel. It offers localized services in several countries, including India, Japan, Singapore, Thailand, and Malaysia, featuring a wide selection of over 300,000 hotels and more than 400 airlines. Additionally, AAE Travel operates hotel-only sites in Indonesia, the Philippines, Hong Kong, Taiwan, and Korea. With a commitment to competitive pricing and a diverse range of travel options, AAE Travel aims to be a leader in the fast-growing online travel sector in Asia.
Orbitz Worldwide
Acquisition in 2015
Orbitz Worldwide, Inc. is an online travel company that facilitates leisure and business travelers in researching, planning, and booking various travel products and services worldwide. Founded in 2000 and headquartered in Chicago, it offers a comprehensive range of options, including hotels, flights, vacation packages, car rentals, cruises, travel insurance, and event tickets. The company operates under several brands, such as Orbitz, CheapTickets in the United States, ebookers in Europe, and HotelClub in the Asia Pacific. Additionally, Orbitz provides travel management services and private label solutions to various partners. Originally formed by a consortium of major U.S. airlines, Orbitz has evolved to leverage innovative technology to transform the travel booking experience for consumers globally. As of 2015, it operates as a subsidiary of Expedia Inc.
Travelocity
Acquisition in 2015
Travelocity, Inc. is an online travel agency that offers a range of travel services for leisure and business travelers in the United States and Canada. Founded in 1996 and based in Southlake, Texas, the company provides customers with the ability to find and book various travel deals, including vacation packages, flights, hotels, car rentals, cruises, and tours to destinations across the globe. Travelocity is known for its competitive pricing and customer service, available 24 hours a day. It operates as a subsidiary of Expedia, integrating its services within a broader portfolio of travel brands.
Wotif
Acquisition in 2014
Wotif.com is an online travel booking service that offers a wide range of accommodation, flights, and travel packages across 66 countries. It has established itself as a leading platform for both business and leisure travelers in Australia and New Zealand. The website is user-friendly and provides competitive rates, attracting approximately 5.3 million visitors each month. Customers utilize the platform to make over 260,000 bookings monthly, supported by a 24/7 customer service center that enhances the overall user experience.
Auto Escape
Acquisition in 2014
Auto Escape, based in Pertuis, France, has been a provider of car rental services since 1999, catering to thousands of satisfied customers globally. The company specializes in all-inclusive, low-cost car hire, negotiating competitive rates with leading car rental operators to ensure comprehensive service. Auto Escape's offerings typically include unlimited or limited mileage, insurance, and VAT, ensuring transparency and convenience for its customers. In addition to car rental services, the company also provides travel advisory services, autotour guides, and a fuel observatory, enhancing the overall travel experience for its clients.
Room 77
Series C in 2013
Room 77, Inc. is a hotel metasearch platform based in Sunnyvale, California, founded in 2009. The company offers travelers an advanced hotel shopping experience by allowing them to compare prices across major online travel agencies and book from over 200,000 hotel rooms worldwide. Users can explore various room types, preview views from each room, and utilize interactive floor plans to assess room locations. Additionally, Room 77 provides access to a complimentary Room Concierge for guests booking 4- or 5-star hotels or stays exceeding $400, leveraging its proprietary RoomMatch technology to identify optimal room selections tailored to individual preferences. As of March 2019, Room 77 operates as a subsidiary of HotelPlanner.com.
Trivago
Acquisition in 2012
Trivago, founded in 2005 and headquartered in Düsseldorf, Germany, is a global hotel search platform dedicated to transforming how travelers search for and compare hotel accommodations. With a mission to serve as an independent source of information, Trivago enables users to find the ideal hotel at the lowest rates. The platform provides access to approximately 1.3 million hotels across more than 190 countries and is available through 55 localized websites and applications in 33 languages. Trivago not only assists travelers in making informed decisions by personalizing their hotel searches but also supports hotel advertisers by connecting them with a wide audience. The company operates in three segments: the Americas, Developed Europe, and the Rest of the World, with the majority of its revenue generated from the Developed Europe segment.
Mobiata
Acquisition in 2010
Mobiata is a developer of mobile applications focused on commercial flight and travel, targeting consumers with an emphasis on elegant user interface design. Founded in December 2008, the company has gained recognition for its innovative software, particularly its flagship product, FlightTrack. Mobiata's applications have received notable media attention, being featured in prominent publications such as USA Today, Macworld, and TechCrunch. Additionally, Apple has highlighted FlightTrack in a series of full-page advertisements in major newspapers, underscoring the application's popularity and effectiveness in enhancing the travel experience for users.
Venere
Acquisition in 2008
Venere.com is an online travel agency that provides hotel reservation online in Italy, Europe and the rest of the world. Luxury hotels, budget hotels, B&B accommodation, resorts, guest houses, vacation rentals and country houses are booked online through direct contracts with 35,000 accommodation providers. Venere was founded in 1995 and is based in Rome, Italy. The company has branch offices in Paris, France; and in London, UK As of September 3, 2008, Venere Net S.p.A. operates as a subsidiary of Expedia Inc.
OneTime
Acquisition in 2008
OneTime is an online travel portal. It provides online travel shopping comparison tools. The company enables its users compare and book offers from travel deal providers, including travel web sites, hotel chains, and airlines. It allows users to book hotels, flights, car rentals, and cruises in the United States, Canada, Asia, Australia, Europe, the Middle East, and South America. The company was founded by J.R. Johnson in 2008 and is headquartered in the United States.
VirtualTourist
Acquisition in 2008
VirtualTourist is a global travel community that connects travelers and locals to share genuine travel advice and experiences. The platform serves as a valuable resource for individuals seeking insider insights, offering real travel tips, reviews, and photos contributed by those who have firsthand experience at various destinations. Each piece of content on VirtualTourist links back to the profile of the contributor, allowing users to learn about the member's background, travel interests, and previous journeys. This feature enhances the platform's credibility and fosters a sense of community among users, as they can explore more travel narratives from individuals with similar interests.
SYNERGI Glbl Travel
Acquisition in 2008
SYNERGI is a travel management group acquired by [Expedia](/organization/expedia) in June of 2008.
CarRentals.com
Acquisition in 2008
CarRentals.com is an online car rental search engine that connects users with various car rental vendors to offer competitive pricing and reliable booking options. The platform generates a list of available car rental deals tailored to the user's location and specified pick-up and drop-off dates. Reservations can be placed and confirmed on a single page, requiring only an email address, first and last name, and an address; no credit card is necessary at this stage. Once a reservation is completed, users receive an order confirmation number via email and access to a toll-free support line available 24/7. The website is optimized for mobile devices, providing a streamlined experience for users accessing it through smartphones or PDAs. CarRentals.com was acquired by Expedia in 2008.
TripAdvisor
Acquisition in 2005
Tripadvisor is the world's largest travel guidance platform, assisting hundreds of millions of travelers each month in planning and booking their trips. It provides a comprehensive service where users can discover accommodations, activities, and dining options based on millions of reviews and opinions from fellow travelers. The platform features over 1 billion reviews and information on approximately 8 million businesses, including hotels, restaurants, experiences, airlines, and cruises. In 2023, Tripadvisor generated significant revenue from its core Brand Tripadvisor segment, primarily through advertising on its metasearch platform. Additionally, the company’s experiences brand, Viator, accounted for a substantial portion of its sales, while its dining brand, TheFork, contributed to its overall revenue. This extensive array of services positions Tripadvisor as a key resource for travelers seeking to enhance their travel experiences.
Egencia
Acquisition in 2004
Egencia makes business travel better. Each year Egencia helps thousands of companies in nearly 60 countries better manage travel programs. They provide modern solutions and exceptional service to millions of travelers as they plan and complete every business trip. They deliver bottom-line savings to their clients and support the needs of the modern business traveler.
Newtrade Technologies
Acquisition in 2002
Newtrade Technologies is a company that specializes in providing software development, integration, and consulting services specifically for the travel, tourism, and hospitality sectors. Founded in 1997 and headquartered in Montreal, Quebec, the company focuses on creating advanced systems that enhance the efficiency of commerce within these industries. By leveraging its expertise, Newtrade Technologies aims to streamline operations for its clients, helping them navigate the complexities of travel-related transactions and services.
Classic Vacations
Acquisition in 2002
Classic Vacations is a leading luxury vacation wholesaler based in San Jose, California, specializing in providing exceptional vacation packages globally, including destinations such as Hawaii, the Caribbean, Mexico, Europe, and the South Pacific. The company is committed to delivering top-tier accommodations, exclusive privileges, and outstanding service to travel advisors, ensuring that their clients experience not just satisfaction, but true delight during their vacations. By offering comprehensive booking services that encompass hotels, flights, and related offerings, Classic Vacations aims to create memorable and seamless travel experiences that distinguish them in the industry.
Travelscape.com
Acquisition in 2000
Plan your trip with Expedia. Buy airline tickets, read reviews & reserve a hotel. Find deals on vacations, rental cars & cruises. Great prices guaranteed!
VacationSpot.com
Acquisition in 2000
VacationSpot.com is an online platform that specializes in finding and booking vacation properties worldwide, including vacation homes, rental condos, inns, and bed-and-breakfasts. It serves as a valuable resource for travelers seeking alternatives to traditional hotel accommodations. The website attracts thousands of users daily, providing essential vacation rental information and facilitating reservations through its extensive network. Additionally, VacationSpot.com collaborates with notable travel services, enhancing its visibility and reach within the travel planning community.
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