Expedia is a leading global distribution platform that allows your customers to create reservations directly from Expedia’s website. With this integration, all Expedia reservations and relevant information are automatically pushed into your Xola account. It’s a powerful way to increase revenue by listing your experiences on a major travel marketplace, while keeping your availability accurate and up to date in Xola.
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How to Get Started
Create an Expedia Account
To set up this integration, you’ll need an active Expedia account. You can sign up for one here.
Install the Integration in Xola
- Go to the App Store in Xola.
- Locate the Expedia app and click Install.
Configure Your Experiences
- Click Visit Settings Page or go to Settings > Apps > Expedia > Configure.
- Select the experiences you want Expedia to access. This gives Expedia permission to view the selected experiences' availability.
Complete the Mapping
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Once your Experiences are selected, reach out to your Expedia Destination Manager to complete the mapping process between your Xola and Expedia accounts.
How It Works
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Once integrated, reservations placed through Expedia will automatically appear in your Xola account.
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The integration syncs availability between the two platforms, helping you avoid overbooking.
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After setup, the Expedia team completes the final mapping of your products using their API, so your listings match correctly.
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All Expedia reservations are auto-accepted in Xola, even if you have Per-Event Minimums configured.
Tips for Success
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Choose your most popular or best-reviewed Experiences to share with Expedia.
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Ensure that your pricing, descriptions, and schedules in Xola are up to date—they will reflect directly on Expedia.
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Maintain close contact with your Expedia Destination Manager for support with the mapping process or updates down the line.
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Note that some custom Xola settings (like Per-Event Minimums or Private Upsell) may not be supported—monitor your integrations closely.