Expedia’s new rewards program, One Key, unites Hotels.com, Expedia, and Vrbo.

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Travel loyalty programscan be rewarding but confusing.

It launched on July 17 in the U.S. Those points can then be redeemed on Expedia, Hotels.com, or Vrbo.

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Adding to the ease is a straightforward earning system.

But where it really pays off is for flight bookings.

Each night in a hotel room, vacation rental, or aboard a cruise counts as one element.

Four smartphone screens showing how the One Key Rewards Program works with Expedia app

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The only monetary factor is that each element must be at least $25 prior to fees and taxes.

Expedia Group has been working on this program for two years.

One Key is for everyone the infrequent travelers and the frequent travelers.

The goal was to make it simple and flexible for consumers."

Currently only available in the U.S., One Key will roll out globally starting in 2024. you’re able to enroll in One Keyhere.