Teldar Travel, a B2B hotel booking platform owned by European hospitality company Accor, launched in the United States and named Ed Jones as director of sales USA.
The platform, which is part of the Gekko Group, provides travel advisors exclusive access to more than 2 million accommodations worldwide, from luxury hotels to boutique properties.
Key features of the platform include advisor-only access with no direct-to-consumer competition, multi-credit card payment options with no limits and a pay-by-link system where travelers receive secure payment links to complete transactions online.
The company offers bi-monthly commission payments via ACH transfer on the 15th and last day of each month, plus a tracking dashboard for advisors to monitor commission data.
Through its Miles Attack program, advisors earn one mile for every $2 sold on the platform. Miles can be redeemed for personal travel discounts or converted to cash and transferred to the advisor's bank account.
Jones brings more than 25 years of travel industry experience, including roles at American Airlines, cruise lines and B2B hotel platforms. He is based in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.
"Teldar Travel offers a level of flexibility and efficiency that can truly make a difference in day-to-day operations," Jones said in a statement.
Adam McKnight, chief growth officer at Gekko Group, said the platform was built with travel advisors in mind, focusing on payment flexibility and fast commission payouts.
Teldar Travel also provides API integration and offers transfers and activities in addition to hotel bookings.
Editor's Note: This article was generated by AI, based on a press release distributed by Teldar Travel. It was fact-checked and reviewed by a TravelAge West editor.
