Teldar Travel, a popular B2B hotel booking
platform used by travel advisors across the globe, has officially launched
operations in the United States. To lead this strategic push into the U.S.
market, the company has named longtime travel industry professional Ed Jones as
its Director of Sales USA.
Teldar Travel, a
subsidiary of European hospitality giant Accor
and part of the Gekko Group, offers a dedicated booking platform created exclusively
for travel advisors, giving them access to more than 2 million accommodations
worldwide¡ªfrom luxury five-star resorts and major hotel brands to boutique
properties and one-of-a-kind stays.
Teldar Travel¡¯s
launch in the U.S. marks more than just a market entry; it introduces a
tech-savvy, advisor-focused booking alternative tailored specifically for North
American travel professionals. The platform is packed with features designed to
boost profitability and streamline the booking process.?
What sets Teldar
Travel apart?
- Exclusively
for Advisors: This is a
100-percent B2B platform built only for licensed travel professionals, so there¡¯s
no direct-to-consumer competition, ever.
- Extensive
Global Inventory: Access
over 2 million properties worldwide, from top-tier resorts and major hotel
chains to boutique stays and hidden gems, all with competitive real-time rates.
- Flexible
Payment Options:
- Accept multiple credit cards with no
cap, add deposits and get instant booking confirmation.
- Use Pay-by-Link to send clients secure
payment links¡ªideal for the U.S. market, where most bookings are paid
directly by travelers.
- The ability to split payments makes
group travel a breeze, letting each traveler easily pay their share
separately.
- Speedy,
Transparent Commissions:
- Commissions are paid twice a month via
a ACH transfer system on the 15th and last day of the month, beating
standard industry timelines.
- Advisors can easily track and export
earnings with a built-in dashboard.
- Robust API
Access: Enjoy one of the
largest hotel databases on the market through a fast, reliable API for seamless
system integration.
- Rewarding
Loyalty Program:
- Through Miles Attack, participating
advisors earn 1 mile for every $2 in bookings. These can be redeemed for
personal travel perks or converted to cash and sent straight to the
advisor¡¯s bank account.
¡°We are thrilled to bring Teldar Travel¡¯s
innovative and advisor-first solution to the U.S. market,¡± said Adam McKnight,
Chief Growth Officer, Gekko Group. ¡°Our platform was built with the travel
advisor in mind, from flexibility in payments to fast commission payouts. Ed¡¯s
experience and deep industry relationships make him the perfect leader to drive
our growth in this dynamic market.¡±
With over 25 years in the travel industry,
Ed Jones offers a unique combination of hands-on operational knowledge, strong
sales skills, and a people-focused mindset. His career thus far has included
positions at American Airlines, major cruise lines and top B2B hotel booking
platforms, giving him a well-rounded perspective on the needs and challenges of
today¡¯s travel advisors.
¡°My mission is
simple: empower travel advisors with the tools, support, and service they deserve,¡±
Jones remarked. ¡°Teldar Travel offers a level of flexibility and efficiency
that can truly make a difference in day-to-day operations. From multi-card
payments to our unique ACH system, every feature is designed to save time,
increase earnings, and strengthen client trust. And when you love what you do,
it never really feels like work.¡±?
Although he¡¯s based
in Fort Lauderdale, Jones plans to travel extensively across the U.S. in his
new role in order to connect with advisors, attend industry events, and offer
personalized training and support.
Teldar Travel¡¯s
entry into the U.S. market underscores its larger goal: to be the most trusted,
rewarding and user-friendly hotel booking platform designed specifically for
travel advisors.
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