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Walmart, Expedia Launch Travel Benefit

by Kimberly Inlander

Aug 9, 2023

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Walmart, in partnership with Expedia Group’s White Label Template technology, now offers a travel benefit for family travelers who are also Walmart+ members: WalmartPlusTravel.com, where users can book travel and get Walmart Cash. Walmart+ members receive 5 percent Walmart Cash on hotels, vacation rentals, car rentals and activities bookings; 2 percent on all flights; and a blended rate of Walmart Cash on vacation packages.

 

“We’re delighted to launch this collaboration with Walmart, America’s largest retailer, making planning, shopping and booking travel a new and seamless part of Walmart’s shopping experience. Together, we’re connecting Walmart’s massive customer base with Expedia Group’s extensive array of travel supply partners from all around the world,” said Ariane Gorin, president, Expedia for Business. “What’s exciting is that with this collaboration, Walmart customers will benefit from Expedia’s ongoing innovation through TravelOS, our A.I.-powered travel operating system, as we continue to add new product and feature updates to drive the best traveler experience.”

 

Travel on WalmartPlusTravel.com offers access to more than 900,000 properties, 500-plus airlines, 100-plus car rental companies and thousands of activities worldwide. Walmart+ members can access travel through the member benefits hub in the app or online, easily book and see Walmart Cash appear in their Walmart wallet 30 days after travel is complete.

 

“We’re bringing together the ultimate savings membership and vacation booking site to deliver a first-ever travel-focused benefit for Walmart+ members,” said Venessa Yates, senior vice president and general manager, Walmart+. “Combined with our other benefits – including free delivery, streaming and savings on fuel – we’re creating a membership that saves customers time and money, whether they’re at home or having fun at their favorite vacation destination.”

 

Walmart+ members can access Expedia Group’s top-tier customer service, like the A.I.-powered Virtual Agent tool.

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