# Expedia Vrbo MCP for AI Agents AI Agent Connect > Expedia Vrbo lets your AI agent search entire vacation homes, compare nightly rates, and check availability calendars across the Expedia and Vrbo networks. It handles the heavy lifting of property research, from pulling high-res photo galleries to checking house rules and booking your stay directly. ## Overview - **Category:** ecommerce - **Price:** Free - **Endpoint:** https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_YeSHwbtVnze9klKzeQe1BXwrh8H4CzYphEGAGgpx/ai-agent-connect - **Tags:** vacation-rental, entire-home, availability-calendar, travel-booking, property-search, nightly-rates ## Description Imagine trying to plan a group trip where everyone has different needs. You'd normally spend hours opening dozens of tabs, comparing different condos, and cross-referencing dates. This Connector changes that by letting your agent do the legwork. It can scan hundreds of listings to find the specific type of stay you want, like a beachfront home with a full kitchen, and pull all the details into one conversation. You can ask it to find the best price for a specific month or check if a place allows pets before you even think about booking. It even handles the final steps, like reserving the property or checking the cancellation policy. When you use it through the Vinkius catalog, you're essentially giving your agent the keys to a global vacation rental inventory, moving from searching to staying in a fraction of the time. ## Tools ### get_rental_reviews Read guest ratings and specific scores for cleanliness and location. Use this to verify quality based on real experiences. ### get_unit_amenities See a structured list of features like wifi, pool, and kitchen details. Use this to verify specific property needs. ### search_rental_regions Turn a destination name into a valid region ID for more accurate searching. Use this as a first step for location lookups. ### book_rental Reserve a specific vacation rental by providing guest details and payment info. This creates a real itinerary. ### cancel_itinerary Cancel an existing reservation and receive a confirmation email. It checks the property policy for refunds. ### check_rental_policies View house rules and restrictions like pet policies or check-in times. Use this to confirm details before booking. ### get_itinerary Pull the details of a confirmed booking using its unique itinerary ID. Use this to look up existing reservations. ### get_rental_calendar View open dates and nightly rates to find the best window to book. This helps you see price variations over time. ### get_rental_details Get a full breakdown of a property's amenities and descriptions. Use this to evaluate a specific listing. ### get_rental_images Fetch high-resolution photos of a property to see the interior and exterior. This helps you visually inspect the stay. ### search_rentals Find a list of matching properties across the Expedia and Vrbo networks. This is the primary way to find new stays. ## Prompt Examples **Prompt:** ``` Find me a beach house in Destin, FL for 6 people in late July. Show me the top 3 options with prices. ``` **Response:** ``` I found 3 properties in Destin, FL for late July that accommodate 6 guests: | Property | Price/Night | Key Amenities | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | **Blue Wave Villa** | $450 | Pool, Beachfront, Grill | | **Destin Sands** | $380 | Kitchen, Wifi, Parking | | **Gulf Breeze Hideaway** | $520 | Hot Tub, Dock Access | Would you like to see the photos or check the availability calendar for any of these? ``` **Prompt:** ``` I'm looking at Villa Caribe. Can you show me the photos and tell me if it has a full kitchen and a pool? ``` **Response:** ``` I've pulled the details for Villa Caribe. Here is what I found: * **Kitchen:** Yes, it includes a full kitchen with a marble countertop and dishwasher. * **Pool:** Yes, there is a private infinity pool overlooking the Caribbean. I've also retrieved the photo gallery for you. The photos show the ocean-facing windows and the rooftop lounge area. Would you like me to check the house rules next? ``` **Prompt:** ``` Check the calendar for the 'Ocean View Condo' for the first week of September and let me know the total price. ``` **Response:** ``` Here is the availability for the Ocean View Condo for September 1-7: * **Status:** Available * **Nightly Rate:** $310 * **Total for 6 nights:** $1,860 Note: The minimum stay for this property is 3 nights. Would you like to proceed with a booking for these dates? ``` ## Capabilities ### Search for vacation rentals Find properties based on destination, dates, and guest count across the Expedia and Vrbo networks. ### Pull property details Get full descriptions, amenity lists, and house rules for any specific listing. ### Check availability calendars See which dates are open and how nightly rates fluctuate across different weeks or months. ### View photo galleries Access high-resolution images to visually inspect a property before you book. ### Book and cancel stays Create actual itineraries or cancel existing bookings programmatically. ### Review guest ratings Read specific scores for cleanliness, location, and value from previous travelers. ## Use Cases ### Planning a family reunion A user asks for a 6-bedroom house in Florida for 15 people. The agent uses search_rentals and get_rental_details to find the top 3 matches. ### Monitoring a local market A property manager asks the agent to find all condos in a specific neighborhood to compare nightly rates and availability. ### Booking a work trip An executive needs a condo with high-speed wifi and a desk. The agent uses get_unit_amenities to verify the setup before booking. ### Handling last-minute changes A traveler needs to cancel a stay. The agent uses cancel_itinerary to handle the request and check the refund policy first. ## Benefits - Stop manual tab-switching by using search_rentals to find properties that meet every guest requirement in one go. - Verify specific needs like pool access or pet-friendliness instantly with get_unit_amenities before you commit to a stay. - Make better booking decisions by pulling guest ratings and scores with get_rental_reviews to see what people actually think. - Visualize the property with get_rental_images so you can see the layout and condition without clicking through external sites. - Manage your trip schedule more easily by using get_rental_calendar to see price fluctuations across different weeks. - Handle the logistics of booking and cancellations directly through book_rental and cancel_itinerary to keep your plans organized. ## How It Works The bottom line is you get a vacation rental concierge that does the research for you. 1. Create a Rapid API project in the Expedia Group Developer Hub. 2. Generate your API Key and Shared Secret from the portal. 3. Enter those credentials here to start searching vacation rentals from Claude, Cursor, or any MCP-compatible client. ## Frequently Asked Questions **Can the Expedia Vrbo MCP book a house for me?** Yes, it can reserve a vacation rental directly. Your agent will handle the guest details and payment info to create a confirmed itinerary for your stay. **Does the Expedia Vrbo MCP show me the actual photos?** Yes, it pulls the full image gallery for any property. You can see the interior, exterior, and specific amenities before you decide to book. **Can I use the Expedia Vrbo MCP to check house rules?** Yes, it retrieves specific policies like pet rules, smoking restrictions, and check-in times so you don't run into issues later. **Can I see reviews for a house on the Expedia Vrbo MCP?** Yes, it pulls guest ratings and specific scores for things like cleanliness and location to help you verify the quality of the stay based on real experiences. **How does the Expedia Vrbo MCP find properties for me?** You just tell your agent where you want to go and how many people are coming. It searches the Expedia and Vrbo networks to find matching homes that fit your criteria. **Can I use the Expedia Vrbo MCP to see if a place is available for a specific month?** Yes, it can pull the full availability calendar for a property. This helps you see which dates are open and how the nightly rates change throughout the month. **Can my AI agent find entire homes for a group trip with specific amenities like a pool or hot tub?** Yes. Use the `search_rentals` tool with your destination, dates, guest count, and amenity preferences. The agent will filter results to show only properties matching your criteria, including pricing per night and total stay cost. You can then drill into any listing with `get_rental_details` for the full amenity breakdown. **How can I check which dates a property is available before booking?** The `get_rental_calendar` tool pulls the full availability calendar for any property. It shows open dates, blocked periods, nightly rates per date, and minimum stay requirements. Your agent can scan multiple weeks or months to identify the optimal booking window based on your budget and schedule. **Can I see photos of a rental property before making a decision?** Yes. The `get_rental_images` tool returns the complete photo gallery for any property, including high-resolution images of bedrooms, living areas, kitchen, exterior, and amenities. Your agent can provide direct image URLs that you can preview in your browser or include in a planning document.