Expedia Launches Trails Fund to Protect Travel Destinations
Expedia Group announced the Expedia Trails Fund, a multi-year commitment to restore, protect, and future-proof trails, parks, and coastlines. Initial projects include partnerships with The Conservation Fund, The Nature Conservancy, and Trust for Public Land, with $4.3 million in grants supporting 11 projects, benefiting over 1 million visits annually.
Impact and considerations
This move demonstrates Expedia's commitment to sustainable tourism, potentially impacting its brand image and partnerships, positively influencing the travel industry.
Key points
- Expedia Trails Fund initially invests $4.3 million in 11 projects.
- Partners include The Conservation Fund, The Nature Conservancy, and Trust for Public Land.
- Projects expected to benefit over 1 million visits annually.
- Partnership with AllTrails to match 2026 AllTrails Stewards Fund.
- Research shows 86% of travelers took a national park or nature trip in the last 12 months.
Sources and time
- Primary source
- Expedia Group
- Other sources
- 0
- First source publication
- 19 May 2026, 08:00
- Page published
- 12 Aug 2026, 14:28
- Last updated
- 19 May 2026, 08:00
- Original links
- Expedia Group Newsroom:Expedia Group (opens in a new tab)Primary source · en · Published 19 May 2026, 08:00