TikTok formalizes in-app travel bookings with Booking.com, Expedia, Trip.com among partners
TikTok formally announced TikTok GO, allowing U.S. users to discover and book lodging and experiences through in-app search, video, and location pages. Partners include Booking.com, Expedia, Trip.com, Viator, GetYourGuide, and Tiqets. TikTok GO is available to 200 million U.S. users, with users 18 and older able to complete bookings. Partners set their own pricing, and creators can connect content to bookings and earn commissions. TikTok tested accommodation booking with Booking.com last year.
Impact and considerations
TikTok's entry into travel booking may change travelers' discovery and booking paths, with potential implications for OTAs and business travelers.
Key points
- TikTok formally launched TikTok GO for in-app travel bookings.
- Partners include Booking.com, Expedia, Trip.com, Viator, GetYourGuide, and Tiqets.
- TikTok GO is available to 200 million U.S. users, with users 18+ able to book.
- Creators can connect content to bookings and earn commissions.
Sources and time
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- PhocusWire / Phocuswright
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- First source publication
- 12 May 2026, 22:00
- Page published
- 13 Aug 2026, 08:17
- Last updated
- 12 May 2026, 22:00
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- PhocusWire All News：TikTok formalizes in-app travel bookings with Booking.com, Expedia, Trip.com among partners (opens in a new tab)Primary source · en · Published 12 May 2026, 22:00