VIP Cashback – Free to Try on Your Next Booking.com or Expedia Stay
When you book with Booking.com or Expedia using our affiliate links, we may earn a commission – and when we do, it goes straight back to you as cashback.
That means you can earn money back on your stay, just for booking the way you normally would.
For a limited time, you can try it on us – no VIP membership required.
How It Works
- Click through to Booking.com or Expedia using our official affiliate links below (you must use these links)
- Complete your reservation as normal
- Forward your booking confirmation to tom@bestintravelgroup.com at least 7 days before your stay begins
- We verify your booking through our affiliate dashboard
- Within 2 weeks of your stay completing, we send your cashback
How Much Cashback Do You Get?
- Expedia: Up to 8% cashback on eligible bookings (limited-time offer for bookings made before 30 June 2026, note that the stay can be for any time)
- Booking.com: Around 4% cashback on eligible bookings
Final amounts depend on the property, booking type, and commission we receive.
How You Receive Your Cashback
Choose what works best for you:
- Direct bank transfer
- Credit towards VIP Travel Club membership
- Credit towards a VIP Travel Club booking
- A combination of the above
Try It Free – Then Unlock More as a VIP Member
Cashback on bookings is normally a VIP Travel Club benefit, but we’re letting you try it free on your first booking – no membership required.
Like it? Join the VIP Travel Club (use discount code BITVIP for $20 off) to earn cashback on every future booking with Booking.com and Expedia, plus access to exclusive travel discounts and a range of other VIP perks.
The Fine Print
- You must use our Booking.com or Expedia affiliate link for your booking to be eligible
- Booking confirmation must be forwarded to us at least 7 days before your stay begins
- Cashback is paid in within 2 weeks of your stay completing
- Promotion valid for eligible bookings made before June 30th 2026 (note that the stay can be for any time)
- Not all properties or booking types are eligible – we’ll let you know if yours isn’t
- By using our links, you agree that Best In Travel may earn a commission
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I receive my cashback?
You can choose to receive your cashback as a direct bank transfer, as credit towards VIP Travel Club membership, as credit towards a VIP Travel Club booking, or a combination of these. We’ll confirm your preference before processing.
What currency is cashback paid in?
Cashback will be paid in your local currency, if available, otherwise USD.
When will I receive my cashback?
Within 2 weeks of your stay being completed.
How long do I have to forward my booking confirmation?
We recommend sending your booking confirmation to tom@bestintravelgroup.com as soon as you have made your booking, however we require it at least 7 days before your stay begins. Bookings submitted closer to the stay date may not be eligible.
Is there a deadline for this promotion?
Yes – your booking must be made before June 30th 2026. Note that the stay can be for any time.
What if I cancel or modify my booking?
Cashback is only paid on bookings that are completed (i.e. you actually stayed). If you cancel, you won’t receive cashback. If you modify your booking, the final cashback amount will be based on the commission we ultimately receive.
Are all properties and bookings eligible?
Most are, but some properties, rates, or booking types (e.g. certain non-commissionable rates) aren’t eligible. If your booking falls outside what we can pay cashback on, we’ll let you know when you forward your confirmation.
Do I need to be a VIP Travel Club member?
No – your first booking is free to try without a membership. After that, ongoing cashback is a VIP Travel Club benefit.
Can I use this on bookings I’ve already made?
Only if you booked through our affiliate link. If you booked directly with Booking.com or Expedia without going through our link, we have no way to track or verify the booking, so it isn’t eligible.
Why are the cashback rates different between Booking.com and Expedia?
The rates reflect the commission each platform pays us, which we pass on to you.
What counts as “eligible”?
Eligibility depends on the property and rate type. Most standard hotel bookings qualify. Non-commissionable rates, certain package deals, and some property types may not. When in doubt, forward us your confirmation and we’ll check.
Can I combine this with other discounts or loyalty programs?
Yes – you book directly with Booking.com or Expedia as normal, so you can still use their loyalty programs (Genius, Expedia Rewards, etc.) and any promo codes they offer. The cashback is on top of that.
