Creating trips on your WordPress site is simple with the WP Travel plugin. You can add itineraries, pricing, images, and booking options β all without coding. This guide shows you exactly how to create a professional, bookable trip.
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Steps to Create a New Trip
Step 1: Access the Trips Menu
- Activate the WP Travel plugin on your WordPress site.
- Go to Trips β Add New in your dashboard.
- The βAdd Newβ button opens the Trip Editor where all details are entered.
Tip: This editor is where you will configure every aspect of your trip.
Step 2: Fill in Required Fields
Trip Name:
- Give your trip a descriptive, engaging title.
Trip Taxonomies & Sections:
- Overview: A general description of the trip, highlighting what makes it unique.
- Itinerary: Day-by-day plan of activities. Include locations, highlights, and optional images.
- Inclusions & Exclusions: List whatβs included (meals, transport, guides) and whatβs not included.
- Facts: Key trip details like duration, difficulty level, best season, group size, etc.
- FAQ: Frequently asked questions to help travelers prepare and feel confident.
- Gallery: Upload multiple photos of activities, destinations, accommodations, and highlights. Click one image to set it as the featured image (yellow star). Great visuals attract travelers and boost bookings.
- Taxonomy: A way to group trips. With WP Travel, you can organize trips by Trip Type, Destinations, Keywords, and Activities.
Pricing & Dates:
- Set the Regular Price and optional Sale Price.
- Add Start and End Dates and Seats Available.
- Enable Fixed Departure if the trip occurs on specific dates.
Tip: Filling out these sections clearly improves user experience and booking confidence.
Step 3: Publish Your Trip
Once all fields are filled and you are satisfied with the details:
- Click Publish in the WordPress editor.
- Your trip will now be live and visible on your website.
Step 4: View Your Trip on the Frontend
- Navigate to the Trips archive page or the frontend view to see your trip as travelers will see it.
- Check that all information, images, pricing, dates, and gallery photos are correct.
- Make any updates as needed by editing the trip in the dashboard.
For a full visual walkthrough, check the video below:
Conclusion
Check WP Travel documentation to learn more about configurations, modules, payments, and shortcodes.
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