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Published June 12, 2025
In Partnership with Expedia Group
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Your Next Getaway Starts Here

Whether you’re dreaming of a beach escape, planning a family reunion, or booking that overdue solo adventure, finding the right travel partner makes all the difference. Thankfully, some of the most trusted names in travel — Expedia, Hotels.com, Travelocity, Orbitz, and Vrbo — are making it easier (and more rewarding) than ever to book smarter, stay better, and travel like a pro. Here’s everything you need to know about these go-to brands and how they help you make the most of every trip.

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Expedia – The All‑in‑One Travel Hub

Expedia invites you to bundle flights, hotels, and cars for unbeatable savings — up to $974 on select trips. Their fresh tagline emphasizes trust and companionship in travel. As your travel companion, Expedia helps craft seamless experiences — from finding hotel deals to booking adventures — with upfront pricing and One Key member perks

Why you’ll love it:

  • Intuitive bundled deals with transparent, upfront pricing
  • Tailored features for loyalty members
  • A trusted global platform with expert-backed trip tools

Hotels.com – The Best prices at the best places

Hotels.com makes booking easy — offering over 325,000 properties across 19,000+ destinations. They’ve consistently used “Be Smart. Book Smart,” and their Captain Obvious mascot makes choosing them feel, well, obvious

Why you’ll love it:

  • Massive inventory in every corner of the globe
  • Price-match guarantee — change your mind? They’ve got you covered
  • Amazing branding that makes booking fun

Travelocity – Wander Wisely

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Why you’ll love it:

  • Inspires real-world adventure
  • Peace of mind with guaranteed customer-first policies
  • One-stop shop for travel packages, stays, and more

Orbitz – Travel As You Are

Orbitz blends affordability with ease — delivering “most low fares, made easy.” Their modern “Travel As You Are” campaign gives a nod to personal freedom and inclusion, spotlighting the LGBTQIA+ community 

Why you’ll love it:

  • Strong value with competitive pricing
  • Inclusive messaging that echoes real traveler diversity
  • A streamlined booking process with perks and flexibility

Vrbo – A Place for Your People

Vrbo highlights the joy of whole-home rentals — designed for family and friends to reconnect. Vrbo continues to focus on blending privacy with shared discovery

Why you’ll love it:

  • Private homes perfect for group stays
  • Family-first branding that speaks to shared memories
  • Campaigns showcasing togetherness in every booking

Plan Your Dream Trip Today!

From bundled experiences with Expedia to cozy group stays through Vrbo, each brand caters to a distinct traveler mindset — budget-savvy, inclusive, nostalgic, or adventure-seeking. By blending practical features with memorable branding, these platforms offer more than just bookings — they provide gateways to real moments and lifelong stories.

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