Are you planning an international trip for 2025? Booking flights and hotels can help you turn your travel dreams into a reality.
Expedia is a leading travel website that simplifies the process by offering a user-friendly interface and competitive deals. It also offers exclusive rewards. It includes posts about visas and travel insurance. It also provides practical insights for creating seamless international adventures.
Why Choose Expedia for Flight & Hotel Bookings?
Expedia offers a single-stop shop for travelers. It provides access to more than 1 million hotels and 350+ airlines. They also offer additional services such as car rentals and activities.
The key benefits of Expedia include:
- Bundled Savings : Book flights and hotels together to save up 30%, especially when you are a One Key member.
- OneKeyRewards: This program is free to join and allows you to earn points (OneKeyCash), redeemable on future trips, when bookings are made. Members can also enjoy exclusive discounts.
- Flexible filters: Find pet friendly hotels, ocean view rooms, or budget accommodations with ease.
- Price-Match Guarantee Expedia will refund the difference in price if you can find it cheaper elsewhere within 24 hours.
- Global Reach : Covers destinations in Asia (e.g. Japan, Thailand), Europe, (e.g. France, UK), as well as the Americas.
- Support 24/7: Contact customer service for any changes to bookings or disruptions of travel.
How to Book Flights & Hotels on Expedia
- Visit Expedia.com Start by visiting Expedia.com’s website (available for iOS/Android).
- Choose Your Travel Type For combined bookings, select “Flights,” “Hotels,” or “Packages.”
- Enter details: Enter your destination (e.g. Tokyo, Paris or New York), travel dates and number of travellers.
- Filter options
- Flights Sort by price, duration or airline (e.g. ANA for Asia; Lufthansa Europe; Delta Americas).
- Hotels – Filter your search by star rating, amenities, or reviews.
- Save with a Bundle: Choose a flight and hotel package for discounts.
- Join One Key for Free to Access Member Prices and Earn Rewards
- Review & Book : Check cancellation policies and make payment securely.
- Manage Bookings Use Expedia’s app to access or modify reservations on the move.
Destination-Specific Booking Tips
AsiaAsia’s diverse destinations–Tokyo’s neon-lit streets, Bangkok’s temples, or Bali’s beaches–require strategic planning. Expedia has a wide range of flights and hotels that are tailored to Asia.
- Flights Major carriers such as Japan Airlines, Singapore Airlines and AirAsia provide competitive fares. Expedia’s filters can help you find non-stop flights from hubs such as Singapore, or connecting flights that are more affordable for budget travelers. As an example, a round-trip flight from Delhi to Bangkok starts at Rs20,000.
- Hotels Choose between luxury hotels like Marina Bay Sands, Singapore, or budget hostels such as Hanoi. Expedia’s “Beachfront”, “Family Friendly” and “Facilities” filters are perfect for destinations such as Phuket or Bali.
- Tips:
- Bookings for peak season (e.g. cherry blossom in Japan in March-April) should be made at least 2-3 months in advance.
- In Southeast Asia, monsoons can cause major disruptions. Look for hotels that offer free cancellation.
- Save more by bundling activities together (e.g. guided tours in Kyoto).
- Flights Airlines such as British Airways, Lufthansa and Ryanair provide frequent routes. Expedia’s multi-city search is perfect for itineraries like Paris-Rome-Barcelona. Flights from London to Paris begin at PS80.
- Expedia offers a list of hotels with cancellation policies that comply with Schengen. Pay Later options are available to guarantee rooms without paying upfront.
- Tips:
- By booking hotels for summer travel between June and August 2025, you can get up to 25% off.
- Use Expedia’s City Center filter to find hotels near landmarks such as the Eiffel tower.
- Check visa requirements–Expedia’s blog offers guides for Schengen applications.
- Flights There are many direct flights to South America, such as LATAM flights to Peru, or connecting flights from the US. Flights from London to New York begin at $400.
- Hotels – Choose between eco-lodges or pet-friendly hotels in Costa Rica. Expedia’s “Sustainable Property Filter” aligns with ecoconscious travel trends.
- Tips:
- Book early during peak seasons.
- Expedia offers 15% off when you add car rentals to road trips, such as California’s Pacific Coast Highway.
- Look for deals in the Caribbean during hurricane season (Aug – Nov) with flexible cancellation.
Maximizing Savings with Expedia
- Bundle Bookings : Combine flights with hotels and car rentals to save up to 30%. A Tokyo flight and hotel package, for example, can save Rs15,000 when compared with separate bookings.
- OneKeyRewards: Earn up to 5% OneKeyCash when you book a hotel and 2% OneKeyCash for flights. Redeem points to pay for future travel (e.g. $10 per $200 spent).
- Seasonal Promos: Book before May 26, 2025 to receive 25%+ off selected hotels (travel until Sep 30). Check Expedia’s “Deals” section for flash deals.
- Flexible Policy: Select “Free Cancellation”, “Refundable Flights” or hotels to avoid penalties in the event of a change of plans.
- Price alerts: Set up alerts in Expedia’s App to track price changes for specific routes and hotels.
- Credit card Perks Use cards such as HDFC or Amex to get additional discounts or cashback when booking Expedia.
Practical Tips for 2025 Travelers
- Book Early : Secure flights 3 to 6 months in advance during peak seasons, such as Europe’s summer or Asia’s festivals. Early-bird discounts are available for hotels booked before May 2025.
- Check Visa requirements Expedia’s Blog links to visa guides, e.g. US ESTA and Schengen visa. Bookings should be in line with visa policies.
- Choose Filters Carefully: For budget-friendly stays, choose “Free WiFi” or “Breakfast included” over “Luxury”.
- Monitor Deals : Subscribe to Expedia’s newsletter and receive exclusive offers like 30% off Caribbean resorts.
- Combination with Insurance As in your previous post on travel insurance, bundle Expedia with policies from Policybazaar and Tata AIG to get comprehensive coverage.