WP Travel Plugin v7.5.0 Update Release Note 

Dear WP Travel users welcome to the newly updated WP Travel plugin v7.5.0 and WP Travel Pro v6.5.0 update Release Note

We integrated functional and handy features like ‘Added more taxonomy options’ in the search filter: By default (Search, Trip Type, and Location will be displayed), ‘Added hook’ for the empty cart message [wp_travel_cart_empty_message], and ‘Added check box’ for Privacy Policy on On-Page Booking which were not available in the previous version of WP Travel v7.4.0

In the same way, ‘Added slider option’ in the Advanced gallery, ‘Compatibility for PayU payment’ for On-Page Booking, ‘Added compatibility for Here Map’s new APP Key, ‘Added hook’ for Thankyou page message in case of no active orders and ‘Added show arrow and show dots options’ on the advanced gallery slider in WP Travel Pro v6.5.0

Additionally with vital fixes like ‘Fixed currency symbol’ missing in different emails, ‘Fixed update cart issue’ in the case of Minicart, ‘Fixed arrival and departure date issues’ on the thank you page and booking email template’ in this update WP Travel v7.5.0

Similarly crucial fixes like ‘Fixed Stripe ideal payment issue’ in case of On-Page Booking, ‘Fixed country tag not working’ while adding a custom field through the field editor, and ‘Fixed the check box tag not working’ while adding a custom field through the field editor and ‘Fixed trip extras sale price issue’ on updated cart in WP Travel Pro v6.5.0

Changelog

WP Travel ‘v7.5.0’ Key-Takeaways

Enhancements:

• Added More Taxonomy Options in the Search filter: By default (Search, Trip Type, and Location will be displayed)    
• Added hook for the empty cart message [wp_travel_cart_empty_message]
• Added Check Box for Privacy Policy on On-Page Booking

Fixes:

• Fixed Currency Symbol missing in Different Emails
• Fixed Update Cart issue in the Case of Minicart
• Fixed arrival and departure date issues on the thank you page and booking email template

WP Travel v7.5.0: New Updated Features

1. Added More Taxonomy Options in the Search Filter

With the new update of WP Travel v7.5.0, we have made the changes to the search filter. Taxonomy options refer to categories or labels used to organize and classify content.

When users access the search filter, three predefined taxonomy options: “Search,” “Trip Type,” and “Location” without having to customize or configure anything will be displayed

The added taxonomy options like ‘Activity’ and ‘Keywords’ are accessible through the search filter, which is a feature that allows users to narrow down search results based on specific criteria.

To learn more about adding filters to your search options,

You can refer to the Knowledge base article titled “How to add more filter options to the search filters?” for detailed instructions.

2. Added hook for the empty cart message

Additionally, WP Travel has added a hook for the empty cart message [wp_travel_cart_empty_message].

In essence, [wp_travel_cart_empty_message] has created a way for users to customize what is displayed in the message when a user’s shopping cart is empty.

This allows for more flexibility and personalization in delivering messages to users in this particular situation.

To change the text of the Checkout page when no trips are selected,

Please refer to the knowledge base article titled “How to change the text of the Checkout page when no trips are selected?”

It provides you with step-by-step instructions on how to make the necessary changes.

3. Added check box for Privacy Policy on On-Page Booking

In the new update of WP Travel, we have added a check box for Privacy Policy on On-Page Booking

When users go through the booking process, they will now encounter a check box.

By checking this box, users are confirming that they have read and agreed to the site’s Privacy Policy before proceeding with their booking.

This change is made to ensure transparency and compliance with privacy regulations.

4. Fixed Currency Symbol Missing in different Emails

During the previous update of WP Travel v7.4.0, there was a problem or a bug related to the display of currency symbols in emails, so we have taken corrective action to address this issue.

The issue involved the absence of currency symbols in the emails.

Currency symbols are used to represent the type of currency (e.g., $ for US dollars, € for euros, £ for British pounds)

So, the problem has been resolved, and now the currency symbols are correctly displayed in all relevant email messages, ensuring that financial information is accurately communicated to the recipients.

5. Fixed Update Cart issue in the Case of Minicart

There was a minor issue dictated by users encountering difficulties when attempting to update items within their shopping cart.

“Updating” typically involves actions like changing quantities, removing items, or making other modifications to the contents of the cart.

As a result, users should now be able to make changes to their cart contents without encountering any issues in this particular context.

6. Fixed arrival, and departure date issues on the thank you page & booking email template

In the earlier version of WP Travel, there were problems related to the display or accuracy of arrival and departure dates in two specific places: the thank you page and the booking email template

The problems have been identified and resolved, ensuring that the arrival and departure dates are now correctly and clearly displayed on both the thank you page and in the booking email template.

This fix is important to ensure that customers receive accurate information about their bookings, reducing the risk of misunderstandings or inconveniences.

WP Travel ‘v7.4.0’ vs ‘v7.5.0‘

WP Travel v7.4.0	WP Travel v7.5.0
❌ More taxonomy options in the search filter were not added earlier	✔️Added more taxonomy options in the search filter
❌The hook was not added earlier for the empty cart message	✔️Added hook for the empty cart message in this new update
❌The check box for Privacy policy on On-Page Booking was not added	✔️Added check box for Privacy Policy on On-Page Booking
❌There was an issue in Fixed arrival, departure date on thank you page & booking email template	✔️Fixed arrival, and departure date issues on thank you page and booking email template on this new update
❌ An issue occurred with the currency symbol missing in different emails	✔️Fixed currency symbol missing in different emails with the new update
❌ An issue occurred during the update cart in the case of Minicart	✔️Fixed update cart issue in the case of Minicart

WP Travel Pro v6.5.0 Key-Takeaways

Enhancements:

• Added Slider Option in Advanced Gallery
• Compatibility for PayU payment for On-Page Booking
• Added Compatibility for Here Maps new APP Key
• Added hook for thankyou page message in case of no active orders[wp_travel_thankyou_page_empty_message]
• Added Show arrow and Show dots options on the Advanced Gallery Slider

Fixes:

• Fixes Stripe ideal payment issue in case of On-Page Booking
• Fixed Country tag not working while adding custom field through the Field Editor
• Fixed the Check box tag not working while adding a custom field through Field Editor
• Fixed Trip Extras sale price issue on the updated cart

WP Travel Pro v6.5.0: New Updated Features

1. Added Slider Option in Advanced Gallery

The new update WP Travel Pro v6.5.0 has introduced a new feature of functionality into an “Advanced gallery” component

“Slider Option” refers to a user interface element that allows users to interact with images or content within the Advanced gallery by sliding or dragging.

It’s an enhancement designed to improve the user experience when working with the Advanced gallery component in the latest update

2. Compatibility for PayU Payment for On-Page Booking

The new update WP Travel Pro v6.5.0 is finally compatible now for PayU payment in regards to On-Page Booking

In previous versions of WP Travel Pro v6.4.0, PayU payment was not supported or fully functional for On-Page booking.

However, in the latest update, this compatibility issue has been addressed and resolved.

On-page booking typically means that users can make bookings directly on a website page without being redirected to an external payment platform.

With this update, WP Travel Pro now supports PayU payments for this type of booking, providing a smoother and more integrated booking experience for users.

3. Added Compatibility for Here Map’s new APP key

Well, the new update has ensured compatibility for Here map’s new APP key which works smoothly and seamlessly

WP Travel Here Map is a map display module that is a solid alternative to both Apple and Google Maps. WP Travel Here Map offers a nice blend of mapping and exploration which can ease your travelling experience.

So, the WP Travel users can continue to use Here map’s features and services without any issues, even with the new APP key,

making it easier for travelers to access location information and services within the WP Travel application.

You may be interested: How To Integrate Map With WP Travel Plugin?

4. Added hook for thankyou page message in case of no active orders

With the new update of WP Travel Pro, we have added a hook for a thank you page message [wp_travel_thankyou_page_empty_message] in case of no active orders.

The purpose of this change is to provide a thank you message to users who haven’t made recent transactions.

To learn more about using the hook for changing the text on the Thank you page when trips are not booked, you can refer to the Knowledge base.

The article “How to change the text on the Thankyou page when trips are not booked?” provides step-by-step procedures and helpful tips on how to use the hook effectively.

5. Added Show arrow and Show dots options on the Advanced Gallery Slider

In the same way, we have added a show arrow and show dot options on the advanced gallery slider

These settings or choices help users to customize the appearance and functionality of the advanced gallery slider.

These options offer more control and flexibility for how users interact with and view the content in the gallery slider.

6. Fixed Stripe Ideal Payment issue in case of On-Page Booking

There was a bug issue related to processing iDEAL payments through the Stripe payment gateway for On-page booking, and the development team has taken corrective action to rectify it.

The issue was affecting the functionality of processing iDEAL payments in this particular context which has been addressed and resolved

Users should no longer encounter problems when making payments using Stripe ideal payment in case of On-page booking from now on.

You may find it useful: How to enable Stripe’s ideal payment checkout precisely with multiple easy options?

7. Fixed Country tag not working while adding a Custom Field

Similarly, the WP Travel users have undergone an issue related to the country tag not working while adding a custom field through the field editor

The problem was specifically related to the functionality of “country tags.” These tags are typically used to label or categorize content based on the country associated with it.

Users were encountering problems with country tags when they were in the process of adding a custom field using a tool or interface “field editor”

However, it has been rectified precisely.

Useful article: What are the features of WP Travel Field Editor and how to add, remove, and edit the field correctly?

8. Fixed Check box tag not working while adding a Custom Field

In the same way, some smaller issues arose while adding a custom field through the field editor with the functionality of a checkbox tag

Checkbox tags are used to allow users to select or deselect options by clicking on checkboxes.

These tags were not performing as expected, not allowing users to make selections or not capturing their choices accurately.

However, the new update WP Travel Pro v6.5.0 has been enhanced to ensure that check box tags now function correctly when users add custom fields through the field editor

9. Fixed Trip Extras sale price issue on the Update Cart

There was a problem with how the sale prices of trip extras were being displayed or calculated in the shopping cart.

However, it has been fixed to ensure customers can now see the correct and accurate sale prices for trip extras in their shopping cart, providing transparency and allowing them to make informed decisions when finalizing their bookings or purchases.

WP Travel Pro ‘v6.4.0’ vs ‘v6.5.0’

WP Travel Pro v6.4.0	WP Travel Pro v6.5.0
❌No slider option added in the Advanced gallery	✔️Added slider option in Advanced gallery successfully
❌PayU payment for On-Page booking was not compatible	✔️Compatibility for PayU payment for On-Page booking
❌Here Map New APP key was not compatible	✔️Added compatibility for Here Map New APP key
❌The hook for thankyou message in case of no active orders were not added	✔️Added hook for thankyou page message in case of no active orders
❌ Arrow and dots options were not integrated into an advanced gallery slider	✔️Added show arrow and show dots options on the advanced gallery slider
❌There was a Stripe ideal payment issue in the case of On-page booking	✔️Fixed Stripe ideal payment issue in case of On-page booking
❌There was an issue with trip extras on the updated cart	✔️Fixed trip extras sale price issue on the updated cart
❌Country tag not working while adding custom field through the field editor	✔️Fixed country tag not working while adding custom field through the field editor
❌ Check box tag not working while adding a custom field through the field editor	✔️ Fixed check box tag not working while adding a custom field through the field editor

Conclusion

So, the above enhancements and fixes have been brought out successfully in WP Travel v7.5.0 and WP Travel Pro v6.5.0 respectively

Recommended: WP Travel documentation to learn more about configurations, modules, payments, shortcodes, and WP Travel Rest API.

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