Why Booking Your Flight and Hotel Together Just Makes Sense

You wouldn't order a mince and cheese pie, then head somewhere else for the tomato sauce, would you? So why book your flight through your company travel programme and then jump between sites trying to find a hotel deal?

If you're booking your flight through Tandem, it just makes sense to secure your accommodation at the same time. It keeps everything in one place, ensures you're in-policy, and gives you access to the right support when plans change — which, let's be honest, they sometimes do.

When you book both together, you're not only making life easier for yourself and your team but also unlocking powerful advantages from traveller safety and sustainability tracking to seamless expense reporting and better rates.

Here's why bundling your travel with Tandem is the smart move for New Zealand businesses.

1. Simpler, smarter travel

Booking flights and accommodation together keeps your trip neat and tidy — one itinerary, one invoice, one point of contact.

Whether you prefer to self-book online or work directly with your Tandem travel consultant, everything flows through one system saving you time and reducing errors. And with local Kiwi-based support available round the clock, help is always close at hand.

Our travel team handles the details so you can focus on the important stuff, like preparing for that client meeting or presentation.

2. More choice, better rates

Tandem's Preferred Partner Programme opens the door to an extensive hotel marketplace, with exclusive access to over 100 premium properties in New Zealand and coverage across 140+ countries worldwide.

You'll enjoy market-leading discounts — up to 25% off best available rates, with guaranteed last-room availability and flexible cancellation options.

Our partnerships with global brands like American Express Global Business Travel (Amex GBT), Avis, and Budget mean you'll always find the right stay or vehicle, at the right price with sustainability front of mind.

So, whether you're in Wellington or Washington, we'll find the right fit at the right rate.

Better still, you can still earn loyalty points with eligible hotel programmes when you book through us, so your smart booking choices keep paying off.

3. 24/7 care, no matter where you are

Unexpected weather, flight delays, or emergencies can all throw a spanner in the works but with Tandem, your people are never on their own.

Our travel risk management programme is backed by Air New Zealand's emergency response protocols and global partners like International SOS, ensuring travellers are tracked, contacted, and supported in real time.

Using our travel locator reports, we can locate travellers, rebook flights, and arrange accommodation if plans change, all while keeping your key contacts informed. It's genuine peace of mind, both for your travellers and your business.

4. Integrated expense and reporting solutions

No one loves doing expenses but when you book flights and hotels through Tandem, managing your travel spend becomes effortless. Our financial management solutions consolidate all charges into one easy-to-manage account with no hidden fees or messy reconciliations.

Meanwhile, our comprehensive reporting suite gives finance and procurement teams detailed insights into spend by airline, hotel, car rental, and even CO₂ emissions. With reports like Accommodation Trends, Traveller Locator, and Carbon Emissions, you'll have all the data you need to make smart, sustainable decisions.

5. Sustainability that travels with you

At Tandem, sustainability isn't just an add-on, it's embedded in everything we do. We help you measure, manage, and reduce your carbon footprint with Toitū Envirocare-verified reporting and BlueHalo carbon calculation technology.

Our online booking tools display emissions data at the point of sale, allowing travellers to choose lower-emission flights or hybrid and electric vehicle rentals. And through our Preferred Partner Programme, we prioritise eco-certified hotels and sustainable suppliers.

6. The Tandem difference

With over 52 years of experience, more than 150 dedicated professionals, and a nationwide on-the-ground presence, Tandem is New Zealand's most trusted corporate travel management partner.

We blend local expertise with global reach — powered by our partnership with Amex GBT, the world's largest travel management company — to deliver efficiency, transparency, and care at every step of your journey.

From sustainability and data security to flexible booking tools and personalised account management, we're here to make business travel effortless, responsible, and rewarding.

Got a flight? Get a room.

Next time you book a flight for work, make sure you secure your accommodation through Tandem too. It's easier, safer, more sustainable, and better for your bottom line.

Contact your Tandem Travel consultant to discover how we can simplify your corporate travel programme and help make every journey a smooth one.