Expedia Group recently celebrated the 25th anniversary of its annual EXPLORE partner conference, a gathering of industry stakeholders committed to advancing the travel sector. During the event, key discussions centered around the urgent need for a more open, inclusive, and accessible travel ecosystem. The conference served as a platform for sharing insights and best practices, with Lawrence P. of Green Book Global and Heather Ansley of Paralyzed Veterans of America (PVA) highlighting the importance of empowering marginalized communities. Both organizations have received support from Expedia Group’s Open World Accelerator program and Made to Travel Fund, which provides financial and strategic resources to organizations working towards greater accessibility and inclusivity in travel. Expedia Group also offered a sneak peek into the initial findings of its upcoming inclusive travel research, demonstrating its ongoing commitment to making travel accessible to everyone, regardless of their background or abilities. These efforts align with Expedia Group’s broader mission to power global travel for all, as outlined in its 2023 Global Impact Report. The company expressed excitement about its achievements over the past year and the prospects for continued progress under the leadership of its new CEO, Ariane Gorin.
Expedia Group Celebrates 25 Years of EXPLORE: Advancing an Open, Inclusive, and Accessible Travel Ecosystem
