Low-cost airlines and global hotel booking platforms join forces: Book flights and accommodations together

▲ Low-cost airline Scoot (Scoot) partners with Agoda—now you can find accommodations while booking your flight. (Photo provided by the company)

Reported by Travel Center / Taipei

Agoda, a renowned Asian-based global online hotel booking platform, recently announced a partnership with low-cost airline Scoot, allowing travelers to book accommodations directly on the Scoot website, making the reservation process more convenient.

Branded as “created for young people, adventurous travelers, and budget-savvy smart travelers,” Scoot is a low-cost airline under Singapore Airlines that offers passengers more affordable ticket prices while allowing them to freely choose the ancillary services they need, without subsidizing others’ preferences. Established in November 2011, Scoot coined the term “Scootitude” to shape the unique attitude and image of this young airline.

Now, travelers can browse Agoda.com’s global selection of hundreds of thousands of accommodations and book rooms online directly through the Scoot website (www.flyscoot.com/hotels), while also enjoying Agoda.com’s lowest price guarantee.

Ernst Hemmer, Commercial Director of Agoda.com, said: “The collaboration between Agoda.com and Scoot has deep roots. Both parties are committed to providing consumers with a more thoughtful and hassle-free travel experience, while also maximizing the convenience and immediacy of their respective websites. The goal is to make travel easier and more accessible so that everyone can explore the world according to their own wishes within an affordable budget.”

“On the Scoot website (FlyScoot.com), we offer a one-stop booking service, from flight reservations to various add-on options, including baggage check-in, seat selection, in-flight meals, ScooTV entertainment, eye masks and blankets, lounge access, and ScootProtect Travel insurance. Now, with ScootStays, we’re adding great-value global hotel bookings,” said Campbell Wilson, CEO of Scoot, adding: “We’re excited to expand our services by leveraging Agoda.com’s extensive accommodation options and user-friendly online booking system. Moving forward, we will continue to collaborate with different partners to help our customers create the most value-packed travel experiences!”