Flagship full-service OTA of Expedia Group. Offers flights, hotels, packages, car rentals, and activities globally.
Expedia Group posted its best-ever Q1 profit margin, with 13% gross bookings growth and an 83% jump in adjusted EBITDA, as the B2B segment outpaced consumer brands by a wide margin.
Independent hotels are turning to technology and personalized experiences to build guest loyalty, competing with major chains.
Uber has expanded into hotel bookings, challenging OTAs by offering integrated travel services, potentially disrupting the market.
Expedia has flagged rising security risks for hotels, urging operators to strengthen cybersecurity and safety protocols.
Expedia reports rising hotel prices due to strong travel demand, highlighting opportunities and challenges for operators managing pricing strategies.
Hotel leaders in 2026 are leveraging AI for guest personalization and operational efficiency while maintaining a human touch to stay competitive.
Expedia is under increased regulatory scrutiny as authorities focus on fair competition and transparency in hotel operations.
Uber has added hotel bookings to its app using Expedia Group's Rapid API, putting 700,000+ properties in front of Uber's user base. For listed operators, it's a new distribution channel — but Uber One discounts apply.
Expedia Group has appointed Derek Andersen, formerly CFO of Snap, as its new Chief Financial Officer. He takes over May 11, succeeding Scott Schenkel who joined in early 2025.
Expedia Group Advertising is teaming up with Magnite to let advertisers reach high-intent travelers across streaming, display, and audio — using Expedia's first-party data outside its own platforms for the first time at scale.