The leading hospitality and travel technologies platform and B2B market network HotelRunner has been awarded the Preferred Connectivity Partner status by Expedia Group for achieving remarkable results on various performance metrics.
Expedia Group Connectivity Partner Program was launched three years ago to ensure their lodging partners have the tools and services they need to perform at their best. The program recognizes and rewards top connectivity providers globally for maintaining high-quality connections and helping lodging partners grow their business on the Expedia Group marketplace.
For the third year, HotelRunner has been selected among the top-performing connectivity providers worldwide. Having been awarded this title speaks for HotelRunner’s state-of-the-art technology and dedication to ensuring their accommodation partners are succeeding.
To be eligible for Preferred status, Expedia Group connectivity providers are rated on several technical and performance criteria to ensure they:
- Enable a wide range of tools and capabilities in the Expedia Group marketplace.
- Provide a quality Expedia Group connection with a reliable user experience.
- Streamline the Expedia Group onboarding experience with high-quality support for properties.
- Maintain a strong portfolio of high-performing properties in the Expedia Group marketplace.
“We are thrilled to be named as Expedia’s Preferred Connectivity Partner for 2023,” said Rıza Kaynak, Director of Demand at HotelRunner. “Expedia Group and HotelRunner have a long-standing partnership, which evolves with the changing expectations in the industry. As HotelRunner, we are working closely with our colleagues at Expedia Group to find better ways to help our joint lodging partners benefit from this strategic partnership to the fullest. We will further enhance our services, to ensure sustainable growth for our properties.”
This recognition is a testament to HotelRunner’s commitment to providing seamless connectivity to accommodation properties worldwide. By connecting to Expedia Group directly via HotelRunner properties can distribute their rooms on all Expedia group platforms and reach a worldwide audience.
About HotelRunner
HotelRunner is a data-driven SaaS-enabled unified sales, operations, and distribution management platform and B2B network for accommodations, travel agencies, and payment providers. HotelRunner has thousands of accommodation and travel agency partners globally. HotelRunner is a Booking.com Premier Connectivity Partner, Expedia Preferred Connectivity Partner, Airbnb Preferred Software Partner, Agoda Innovative Supplier, Oracle, Hotelbeds, and Google Hotel Ads strategic partner.
For more about HotelRunner, visit the website.
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About Expedia Group
Expedia Group, Inc. companies power travel for everyone, everywhere through our global platform. Driven by the core belief that travel is a force for good, we help people experience the world in new ways and build lasting connections. We provide industry-leading technology solutions to fuel partner growth and success, while facilitating memorable experiences for travelers. Our organization is made up of four pillars: Expedia Services, focused on the group’s platform and technical strategy; Expedia Marketplace, centered on product and technology offerings across the organization; Expedia Brands, housing all our consumer brands; and Expedia for Business, consisting of business-to-business solutions and relationships throughout the travel ecosystem. The Expedia Group family of brands includes: Expedia®, Hotels.com®, Expedia® Partner Solutions, Vrbo®, trivago®, Orbitz®, Travelocity®, Hotwire®, Wotif®, ebookers®, CheapTickets®, Expedia Group™ Media Solutions, CarRentals.com™, and Expedia Cruises™.
For more about Expedia Group, visit the website.
