Expedia Group (NASDAQ:EXPE) is a leading online travel company that operates a portfolio of consumer and business travel brands, including Expedia.com, Hotels.com, Vrbo, Orbitz, Travelocity, Hotwire, Egencia, and trivago. The company provides a comprehensive range of travel products and services, such as air and hotel bookings, vacation packages, car rentals, cruises, and activities. Through its digital platforms and mobile applications, Expedia Group connects millions of travelers with suppliers around the world, offering competitive pricing and personalized recommendations.
Originally founded as a division of Microsoft in 1996, Expedia became an independent publicly traded company in 1999. Over the years, it has expanded through strategic acquisitions and partnerships to broaden its global reach and diversify its offerings. Key acquisitions have included Hotels.com in 2002, Egencia (Expedia’s corporate travel business) in 2004, and HomeAway (now operating as Vrbo) in 2015. These moves helped the company strengthen its presence across different travel segments and customer types.
Headquartered in Seattle, Washington, Expedia Group serves customers in more than 60 countries and maintains offices in North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and Latin America. Its platforms support multiple languages and currencies, enabling travelers to search, compare, and book travel services tailored to their regional preferences. The company leverages data analytics, artificial intelligence, and machine learning to enhance user experience, drive personalization, and optimize pricing.
Since March 2020, Expedia Group has been led by President and Chief Executive Officer Peter Kern, who previously held senior roles within the company’s Airbnb and IAC travel businesses. Under his leadership, the company has focused on streamlining operations, accelerating technology investments, and forging stronger partnerships with hotels, airlines, and property managers. Expedia Group continues to innovate in the travel industry by expanding its platform capabilities and exploring new service offerings to meet evolving customer needs.
