Booking.com is a Dutch online travel agency that provides reservation services for approximately 3.4 million properties, including 475,000 hotels, motels, and resorts, and 2.9 million homes, apartments in over 220 countries and territories. It also sells flights in 55 markets and tours and activities in more than 1,300 cities.
The company was founded in 1996 by Geert-Jan Bruinsma and was later acquired by Priceline Group (now called Booking Holdings) for $133 million in 2005. Booking.com is headquartered in Amsterdam and is a subsidiary of Booking Holdings.
The company's mobile app is available for download on the App Store and allows users to book hotels, apartments, and other accommodations, as well as flights, car rentals, and activities. The app also provides features such as free cancellation, 24/7 customer service, and mobile-only discounts.
Booking.com has a rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars on the App Store and has been downloaded over 500 million times. The company has also been praised for its customer service, with many users reporting positive experiences with the app.
However, some users have reported issues with the app, including difficulties with check-in and customer service. Despite this, Booking.com remains one of the largest online travel agencies in the world, with a presence in over 40 languages and a global reach.
