RateHawk’s Bold Expansion Plans

RateHawk, a B2B online booking platform for travel professionals, has unveiled its ambitious plans for expansion in the US market by 2026. After witnessing a 70% increase in net transaction value year-over-year in Q3 and a 37% surge in US partners, the company aims to enhance its reach.

Currently, 15,500 travel professionals in the US use RateHawk’s services, contributing to a global network of over 110,000 users. To facilitate this expansion, RateHawk has set up a dedicated commercial team of 25 specialists across the US.

Ron Fenska, RateHawk’s Regional Director for North America, emphasized, “Our mission is simple: help every US travel adviser earn more whilst spending less time jumping between systems.” The platform enables travel advisers to boost productivity and profitability with features like customizable commissions and access to 2.9 million properties, including 220,000 hotels.

The demand for European, Mexican, and Caribbean destinations is strong, alongside interest in multi-city and unique experiential itineraries. The diverse inventory from 330 suppliers includes distinct accommodation types such as cottages and glamping, which have risen by 41% over the past year due to increasing interest among American travelers for unique stays and local experiences.

In addition to its desktop platform, RateHawk provides a mobile app for Android and iOS, allowing advisers to manage bookings conveniently. As a part of the Emerging Travel Group based in the UAE, RateHawk is well-positioned to support the growing US travel adviser market, projected to reach $172 billion by 2035.