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Connexxus is the new UC travel program, coming soon to UCSD. It combines discounts with a range of booking options, providing value, flexibility, and convenience for UC business travelers.
Features: The convenient, secure Connexxus Web portal will provide options ranging from full agent assistance to online booking from the following travel agencies:
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BCD Travel
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Orbitz
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UC Travel Center
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Agent service |
Balboa Travel
(affiliated with BCD) offers agent assistance or you can contact a BCD agent.
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Agents can assist for online bookings, if needed.
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Agent assistance is managed by UCLA.
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Online booking tools |
Cliqbook
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Orbitz
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Coming soon
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How to use: The Connexxus Web portal will include links to booking options, agent contact information, and guidance for choosing the best option for your travel situation.
Benefits: Excellent pricing is achieved through UC negotiations with airlines, hotels, and car rental companies.
- Rental car rates 15% below prior UC agreements
- Hotel discounts 12-25% off best available rates
- Airfare discounts (in progress)
Timeline: Connexxus is expected to be available to UCSD by June 2008, and to all UC employees by the end of 2008.
- See slides from the Connexxus presentation at Sharecase.
Background: The UC Travel Management Council, representing all campuses, medical centers, and national laboratories, developed Connexxus. The council gathered input from UC travelers using a survey and focus groups. The new central Travel Management Office at the UC Office of the President provides guidance and coordination for Connexxus, one of the largest managed travel programs.
Questions? Contact UCSD Travel or an individual Travel Team member.
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