What Do I Do If I Never Received a Confirmation Email from TripAdvisor?

Planning a vacation used to be a hassle but Tripadvisor partners with hotels, rentals, and other related businesses to help you book what you need in one place. Naturally, receiving your confirmation email is important for peace of mind as it ensures your trip runs smoothly. You do have options in case you don't receive the email such as checking your junk folder and reaching out to the hotel.

Christian Allen is the editor / author responsible for this content.
Jul 13, 2023

It's hard to believe that Tripadvisor started with such humble beginnings- one of the founders wanted a better solution to the frustrating vacation planning process. Now, the company provides trip planning tools in 40 countries. These tools include destination event calendars, restaurant reviews, and vacation rentals, all free to use. Yet even in today's day, it's possible for delays in digital communications, especially email. Read on to learn more if you don't receive a confirmation email from Tripadvisor.

Take a Glance in Your Junk Folder

There's most always a chance of important confirmation emails ending up in your junk folder whenever any transaction is made. This can also occur if the merchant makes any changes to their official email addresses, particularly those reserved for automatic replies. Try waiting about five minutes before checking your spam folder again, and you can make this easier by utilizing your folder's search feature. It's also helpful to confirm the transaction with your financial institution in case you're thinking about contacting the business directly.

Reach out to the Business

If you booked online, it's important to verify which business you need to contact in case of issues. Tripadvisor can only handle issues for its Plus members who booked using the discounted rate. Otherwise, you'll need to reach out to the travel agency or hotel directly for a solution. You can find this information in your original booking. Please be advised that cancelled bookings originally made with one of the company's partners may not reflect in your Tripadvisor account. Reach out to the respective business if you have questions.

Look in Your Dashboard

The business does simplify reservation management for Tripadvisor Plus members who can cancel a booking if needed. Yet anyone who uses the site to make a reservation can log into their bookings page and view available options with their preferred booking. There is an option to view or print a confirmation or ticket. Call Tripadvisor's customer service representatives here if you need more assistance.

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