Expedia Group Unveils New Widgets and App Clip for iOS 14
21 September 2020 - 11:00PM
Business Wire
Technological advancements across Brand
Expedia, Hotwire and Vrbo mobile apps simplify travel
Expedia Group (NASDAQ: EXPE) today released new versions of the
Brand Expedia®, Hotwire® and Vrbo® iOS apps to take advantage of
the capabilities available in iOS 14. The features will unlock new
ways to view the latest travel deals with Hotwire, and easily
access upcoming reservation details booked through Brand Expedia
and Vrbo.
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“Given all that is happening right now, many people across the
globe are looking to travel as a way to cope and recharge during
this crisis through a change of scenery, exploration and the chance
to safely create new memories,” said Tucker Moodey, President of
Retail Product & Technology, Expedia Group. “Harnessing the
latest iOS 14 features, our brands joined forces to provide added
support and greater transparency to help travelers plan and find
much-needed discounts, making travel more accessible and
worry-free.”
With iOS 14, Brand Expedia, Hotwire and Vrbo provide users with
more information at a glance on the home screen, and a summary of
the updates to each app follows:
- Brand Expedia: The Brand
Expedia widget gives travelers a more comprehensive view of their
upcoming trip, including a day-by-day countdown and the local time
at their destination of choice. The widget reflects the current
weather to help users prepare for potential evolving conditions,
such as heavy rain or storms. Flight departure reminders and
check-in details are also available in the large version of the
widget.
- Hotwire: Designed
for the brand’s growing base of app users which doubled between May
and August 2020, Hotwire’s last-minute deal widget keeps customers
apprised of the best bargains. Since 80% of Hotwire customers book
the day before or the day of their trip in the app, Hotwire created
the widget to show the top local weekend getaways under $200 per
night from their current location, or the best deals across Hotwire
if location is not enabled. In addition to the widget, Hotwire also
has a new App Clip that provides hotel information including
ratings, and allows users to easily book with one tap using Apple
Pay. The new features will help customers save an average of 52% on
last-minute accommodation bookings when compared to the listed rate
two weeks prior.
- Vrbo: The new Vrbo
widget comes with a countdown for travelers who are readily
anticipating their upcoming vacation. It also provides timely
updates and touchpoints throughout a traveler’s stay, such as
property details, check-in and check-out times, and contact
information for the property manager or vacation homeowner. Since
86% of Vrbo users tend to travel with family, the Vrbo widget was
made so guests can easily share trip details with others in their
group.
The updated apps can be used by anyone on an iPhone with iOS 14
installed, and each app is available to download on the App Store
at no cost. The Orbitz® and Travelocity® apps will also support iOS
14 and include an upcoming trip widget in their next release.
About Expedia Group
Expedia Group helps knock down the barriers to travel, making it
easier, more enjoyable, more attainable and more accessible. We are
here to bring the world within reach for customers and partners
around the globe. We leverage our platform and technology
capabilities across an extensive portfolio of businesses and brands
to orchestrate the movement of people and the delivery of travel
experiences on both a local and global basis. Our family of travel
brands includes: Brand Expedia®, Hotels.com®, Expedia® Partner
Solutions, Vrbo®, Egencia®, trivago®, HomeAway®, Orbitz®,
Travelocity®, Hotwire®, Wotif®, ebookers®, CheapTickets®, Expedia
Group™ Media Solutions, Expedia Local Expert®, CarRentals.com™,
Expedia® CruiseShipCenters®, Classic Vacations®, Traveldoo®,
VacationRentals.com and SilverRail™.
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Anni Murphy Corporate Communications Manager, Expedia Group
Annmurphy@expediagroup.com
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