Expedia Vrbo MCP Server for Vercel AI SDK 10 tools — connect in under 2 minutes
The Vercel AI SDK is the TypeScript toolkit for building AI-powered applications. Connect Expedia Vrbo through Vinkius and every tool is available as a typed function. ready for React Server Components, API routes, or any Node.js backend.
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import { createMCPClient } from "@ai-sdk/mcp";
import { generateText } from "ai";
import { openai } from "@ai-sdk/openai";
async function main() {
const mcpClient = await createMCPClient({
transport: {
type: "http",
// Your Vinkius token. get it at cloud.vinkius.com
url: "https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp",
},
});
try {
const tools = await mcpClient.tools();
const { text } = await generateText({
model: openai("gpt-4o"),
tools,
prompt: "Using Expedia Vrbo, list all available capabilities.",
});
console.log(text);
} finally {
await mcpClient.close();
}
}
main();
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About Expedia Vrbo MCP Server
Connect Expedia Vrbo to any AI agent via MCP.
How to Connect Expedia Vrbo to Vercel AI SDK via MCP
Follow these steps to integrate the Expedia Vrbo MCP Server with Vercel AI SDK.
Install dependencies
Run npm install @ai-sdk/mcp ai @ai-sdk/openai
Replace the token
Replace [YOUR_TOKEN_HERE] with your Vinkius token
Run the script
Save to agent.ts and run with npx tsx agent.ts
Explore tools
The SDK discovers 10 tools from Expedia Vrbo and passes them to the LLM
Why Use Vercel AI SDK with the Expedia Vrbo MCP Server
Vercel AI SDK provides unique advantages when paired with Expedia Vrbo through the Model Context Protocol.
TypeScript-first: every MCP tool gets full type inference, IDE autocomplete, and compile-time error checking out of the box
Framework-agnostic core works with Next.js, Nuxt, SvelteKit, or any Node.js runtime. same Expedia Vrbo integration everywhere
Built-in streaming UI primitives let you display Expedia Vrbo tool results progressively in React, Svelte, or Vue components
Edge-compatible: the AI SDK runs on Vercel Edge Functions, Cloudflare Workers, and other edge runtimes for minimal latency
Expedia Vrbo + Vercel AI SDK Use Cases
Practical scenarios where Vercel AI SDK combined with the Expedia Vrbo MCP Server delivers measurable value.
AI-powered web apps: build dashboards that query Expedia Vrbo in real-time and stream results to the UI with zero loading states
API backends: create serverless endpoints that orchestrate Expedia Vrbo tools and return structured JSON responses to any frontend
Chatbots with tool use: embed Expedia Vrbo capabilities into conversational interfaces with streaming responses and tool call visibility
Internal tools: build admin panels where team members interact with Expedia Vrbo through natural language queries
Expedia Vrbo MCP Tools for Vercel AI SDK (10)
These 10 tools become available when you connect Expedia Vrbo to Vercel AI SDK via MCP:
book_rental
Requires the rental property ID, check-in and check-out dates, guest details (primary guest name, email, phone), and payment information. This is a write action that will create an actual itinerary. Ensure all details are confirmed before executing. Book a vacation rental property
cancel_itinerary
This is a destructive write action. The cancellation policy of the rental property will determine whether a full, partial, or no refund is applicable. Always confirm the itinerary ID and cancellation reason before executing. The guest will receive a confirmation email upon successful cancellation. Cancel an existing vacation rental booking
check_rental_policies
Use this to inform the user about restrictions and obligations before booking. Get the policies and rules for a vacation rental property
get_itinerary
Use this to look up a confirmed reservation by its itinerary ID. Get details of an existing vacation rental booking itinerary
get_rental_calendar
Use this to check date flexibility or understand pricing variations across different dates. Get the availability calendar for a vacation rental
get_rental_details
Use this after search_rentals to evaluate a specific property before booking. Get full details for a specific vacation rental property
get_rental_images
Each image includes URLs, captions, category tags, and dimensions. Use this when the user wants to visually inspect a property before making a booking decision. Get all photos and images for a vacation rental property
get_unit_amenities
Returns structured amenity data including categories (kitchen, bathroom, entertainment, outdoor, safety), individual amenity names, descriptions, and availability status. Use this when the user needs to verify specific amenities like pool, wifi, parking, pet-friendliness, or accessibility features. Get the full list of unit amenities for a vacation rental
search_rental_regions
Returns region IDs, names, types (city, neighborhood, airport, poi), and coordinates. Use this as a first step when the user provides a destination name instead of a destination_id, to resolve the name into a valid region ID for search_rentals. Search for rental destination regions by name
search_rentals
Returns a list of matching rentals with pricing, amenities, and availability. Use this as the primary entry point for finding short-term rental properties. Search vacation rentals across Expedia and Vrbo inventory
Troubleshooting Expedia Vrbo MCP Server with Vercel AI SDK
Common issues when connecting Expedia Vrbo to Vercel AI SDK through the Vinkius, and how to resolve them.
createMCPClient is not a function
npm install @ai-sdk/mcpExpedia Vrbo + Vercel AI SDK FAQ
Common questions about integrating Expedia Vrbo MCP Server with Vercel AI SDK.
How does the Vercel AI SDK connect to MCP servers?
createMCPClient from @ai-sdk/mcp and pass the server URL. The SDK discovers all tools and provides typed TypeScript interfaces for each one.Can I use MCP tools in Edge Functions?
Does it support streaming tool results?
useChat and streamText that handle tool calls and display results progressively in the UI.Connect Expedia Vrbo with your favorite client
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Connect Expedia Vrbo to Vercel AI SDK
Get your token, paste the configuration, and start using 10 tools in under 2 minutes. No API key management needed.