Caribbean and Mexico: BIG winners for lowcostbeds

SCOTTSDALE, AZ, AUG. 29, 2013–lowcostbeds is embarking on a major property contracting drive to cope with unexpected demand in both the Caribbean and Mexico. The Atlanta based trade only bed bank claims it has experienced far more demand for the region than initially anticipated from US travel agents.

Almost 40% of all lowcostbeds sales were for Mexico and the Caribbean during the months of July and August.  New York and Vegas were also big sellers while London, Paris and Rome were the key movers on the European front.

lowcost’s Managing Director for the US Clem Walshe said, “We are well aware  these are key destinations for US travel agents and this is quite a nice challenge for us to have in year one. Initial feedback from the trade indicates that a combination of our attractive product mix and competitive prices are the main reasons behind the rather significant spike we enjoyed in sales.”

More and more agents appear to be favoring the dynamic package holiday option in favor of booking with traditional tour operators as it provides customers with more flexibility and better value as well as improved commission earning potential for agents.

Travel agents can avail of net rates or earn 15% commission on all accommodation prices and up to 20% on worldwide transfers on the lowcostbeds site. Prices also include resort fees and taxes.

lowcostbeds.com is a global, independent, trade only bed bank, live in 45 countries and 13 languages. Established in 2004, it provides agents and websites with access to the vast range of high quality accommodation from around the world, via a website that agents can log into or access easily via a direct xml connection. From 5-star luxury to 2-star simplicity, all 150,000 hotels are offered at competitive rates and cover a range of beach, city and long haul destinations. Travel agencies can register directly on www.lowcostbeds.com.