BOOKING ENGINES

Xola

Conversion-optimized booking software laser-focused on checkout performance — featuring abandoned cart recovery, lightning checkout, automated review collection, and data-driven insights that help tour and activity operators sell more with less friction.

Why You Should Care

Xola is built to convert. Their booking checkout is one of the fastest in the industry, and features like abandoned booking recovery and instant pricing turn casual browsers into confirmed bookings. If maximizing online conversions is your priority, Xola delivers.

What Makes It Stand Out

Industry-Leading Checkout Conversion

Xola's Lightning Checkout converts at 2-3x the industry average. Combined with abandoned booking recovery and demand-based pricing, it turns more website visitors into paying customers than any competitor.

Key Strengths

What makes Xola stand out from the competition.

Lightning Checkout™

One of the fastest booking checkouts in the industry. Fewer clicks, fewer abandoned carts, more conversions.

Abandoned Booking Recovery

Automatically email customers who left without completing their booking. Recover 10-15% of otherwise lost revenue.

Conversion Analytics

A/B test your booking flow, track conversion funnels, and see exactly where customers drop off.

Gift Cards & Packages

Sell digital gift cards online. Create experience packages and bundles to increase average order value.

Digital Waivers

Built-in waiver management with pre-arrival signing. Integrates seamlessly with the booking flow.

Developer API

REST API available for custom integrations. Webhooks for real-time booking event notifications.

Key Features

Everything you get with Xola.

Lightning Checkout (2-3x conversion rates)
Abandoned booking recovery emails
Demand-based dynamic pricing
Digital gift cards & packages
Digital waiver management
Conversion funnel analytics
REST API & webhooks
Resource management
Group booking support
Multi-language checkout

Pros & Cons

An honest look at Xola's strengths and limitations.

Advantages
  • Industry-leading checkout conversion rates
  • Abandoned booking recovery out of the box
  • Excellent for escape rooms and attractions
  • Gift cards and experience packages built in
  • REST API and webhooks available
  • Demand-based pricing feature
Limitations
  • Commission pricing can be costly for high-volume operators
  • Channel manager connections are more limited
  • No native Shopify or WordPress plugin
  • Mobile app is limited in functionality
  • Some features locked behind higher tiers

Integrations & Compatibility

What Xola connects with out of the box — from OTA marketplaces to payment processors and website platforms.

6 Native1 API4 Embed
Distribution & Marketplaces

OTA channels and marketplace connections that drive bookings from travelers worldwide.

Google Things to DoDirect listing
Native
ViatorChannel integration
Native
TripAdvisorDirect feed
Native
Website & E-commerce

Platforms where you can embed booking widgets or build custom booking flows.

WordPressWidget embed (no plugin)
Embed
SquarespaceWidget embed
Embed
WixEmbed via HTML
Embed
ShopifyWidget embed only
Embed
Next.js / CustomREST API available
API
Marketing & Analytics

Tools for tracking conversions, email campaigns, and customer engagement.

MailchimpEmail marketing
Native
Automation & Business Tools

Workflow automation, accounting sync, and business operations integrations.

ZapierAutomation workflows
Native
Payment Processing

Payment gateways available for charging your customers when they book tours, tickets, or experiences.

Xola PaymentsBuilt-in payment processing with Stripe-powered backend — zero setup required
StripeDirect Stripe integration for operators wanting their own merchant account
Apple PayExpress mobile checkout on Apple devices for higher conversion rates
Google PayOne-tap payments for Android and Chrome users

Use Case Fit

See how Xola aligns with different business types.

Tours & Activities
Strong Fit
Attractions & Museums
Strong Fit
Adventure & Outdoor
Good Fit
Food & Wine Tours
Good Fit
Water Sports
Good Fit
Wellness & Spa
Possible Fit
Transport & Transfers
Events & Festivals
Good Fit
Rentals & Equipment
Possible Fit
Multi-Day Travel
Classes & Workshops
Good Fit
Escape Rooms & Entertainment
Strong Fit
Salon & Beauty
Health & Medical
Restaurant & Dining

How Xola Compares

A feature-by-feature look at Xola versus its closest alternatives.

Xola
Xola
Peek Pro
Peek Pro
TicketingHub
TicketingHub
Pricing & Value
Starting Price
Free (commission-based)
Free (commission-based)
Free (commission-based)
Commission
6% per booking
~6% per booking
3% per booking
Vendor Lock-in
Medium
High
Low
Setup & Usability
Learning Curve
Low
Medium
Low
Setup Time
Hours
Hours
Minutes
Core Capabilities
Channel Manager
Dynamic Pricing
Digital Waivers
Gift Cards
Multi-Language
Technical
REST API
White Label
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