Techtalks: Traveltech

Amadeus has two API packages: Web Services and Travel Innovation Sandbox. The former is created for students or startups, as an exploration stage before the actual production. Amadeus Web Services also has two sets of APIs: Self-Service and Enterprise.

Self-Service is also a testing-only environment, but the production usage promises to be available soon. To try it out, review Amadeus’ catalog of REST/JSON APIs and then create an account in the Developers portal. In your personal profile, you will automatically get an API key that allows you to start testing APIs right away.
Enterprise APIs require requesting an access. The approval takes longer to receive, but you will get access to the full Amadeus API catalog. You can read about each API in the Enterprise stack here.

As for examples, see Aladdin Travel – a travel management company that uses Amadeus GDS to organize corporate and student travel. There’s also Titan Travel that specializes in escorted and solo tours. It switched to Amadeus exclusively after unsuccessfully trying to handle Galileo systems also.

Thanks a lot for your descriptions. What are the conditions for get access to enterprise API? Where I can find a sample of contract for access to Enterprise API services?
 
Best regards

Hi Mahdi,

Enterprise APIs are currently in beta and Amadeus doesn't disclose its conditions for granting access to them. So, the only way to know is to contact them directly.
We would recommend you to try Self-Service APIs as the program will give you quick access to production and the functionality pool is wide.

Thank you Maryana.
Unfortunately Amadeus has a very poor support team! We sent email to request Test access to their email for five times but they didn't answer anyone! What is the correct email of developers support team to we contact them for get test access to enterprise API codes?
 
Best regards

That's unfortunate, Mahdi. Have you tried phoning one of their physical offices? Find the closest to you here https://corporate.amadeus.com/en/contact-us/all-offices. As we don't know what emails you tried to access, we can recommend trying sending the form from here (just choose your industry) https://amadeus.com/en/contact/contact-sales.
Let us know if this helps!

Greetings dear Maryana.
I filled that form many times! I sent email to comercial@es.amadeus.com also. I called your office in Iran and they didn't know even what is API !! It's very bad. While I filled a request form on Travelport website and they sent Trial Username and Password within 24 hours and we are working on their platform. Can you please introduce a specified person in Amadeus Developer team (in central office, not in Iran) that help us?

Best regards
Mahdi Nasrabadi

Mahdi, I'm afraid we're not related to Amadeus and can't help with customer service questions. This is a forum aimed to help API seekers and developers share their experiences. Nonetheless, we'd like to hear how your interaction with Amadeus continues - this will be very useful for everyone struggling with the same problem.

Dear Maryna
I have signed up for the full Amadeus Enterprise API and to my surprise it is a massive SOAP endpoint system. I was expecting it to be REST/ JSON API's... 
Does anybody specialise or contract to help a company to consume the API. 
The purpose is to cut out months and months of development.
Regards
Archi

Hello Archi,

You can describe your problem to our sales people and they will suggest what can be done. Just fill the form or contact them directly here https://www.altexsoft.com/contact-us/.

@Archi
Enterprise API is massive yes but once you get it going, its requires lots of time in understanding all the parameters/input needed from the SOAP requests to get the desired results.
If you know what results you want as per your project scope, then you will need to read and understand the technical documentation A to Z.  And dont forget, session management is vital before you can get any certification from Amadeus.
Cheers
PC

Can we use amadeus REST API for live application or it is only for demo purpose?

Hi Saikat,

The Self-Service APIs offer 2 different environments:
- Test environment: free of charge but limited (limited number of API calls per month and access to a subset of the production data). Good for prototyping and testing.
- Production environment: No restriction on the number of API calls and access to production live data without restrictions with a pay-as-you-go business model.
 
Moving from test to production is fully automated on the portal, no need to contact Amadeus for this.

Cheers,
Anthony

If you're looking to enhance your travel website with real-time flight, hotel, and booking information, integrating the Amadeus API can be a game-changer. The Amadeus API offers a wealth of travel-related data, enabling you to provide users with up-to-date travel options, pricing, availability, and more. In this guide, we'll walk you through the process of integrating the Amadeus API into your travel website and explore some project examples that showcase its capabilities.

Step 1: Register and Access the Amadeus API:
To get started, visit the Amadeus for Developers website and create an account. Once registered, you can access your API credentials, including your API key. This key is essential for authenticating requests and gaining access to the Amadeus API endpoints.

Step 2: Choose the Right API Endpoints:
Amadeus offers various API endpoints that cater to different travel needs. Whether you're looking for flight data, hotel information, or travel activities, select the relevant endpoints based on your website's offerings. For example, if your site focuses on flight search and booking, you might use the Flight Offers Search API.

Step 3: Integrate the API into Your Website:
The integration process involves making API requests from your website's backend to fetch data and display it to users. You'll need programming skills to implement API calls using your chosen programming language (such as JavaScript, Python, or PHP). Most APIs use RESTful architecture, so you'll craft HTTP requests to access the data you need.

Step 4: Handle API Responses:
API responses come in JSON format and contain the information you requested. You'll need to parse these responses to extract the relevant details, such as flight prices, hotel availability, or booking options. Your programming skills will come in handy here to manipulate and present the data in a user-friendly format on your website.

Step 5: Implement User Interface Elements:
Integrating the API isn't just about data retrieval—it's about creating a seamless user experience. Design user interface elements, such as search forms, result displays, and booking interfaces, that allow users to interact with the data you've fetched from the Amadeus API.

Step 6: Test Thoroughly:
Thoroughly test your integration to ensure that API requests are working as expected, responses are accurate, and the user experience is smooth. Address any bugs or errors that arise during testing.

Step 7: Monitor and Maintain:
Once your integration is live, monitor its performance and usage. Keep an eye on API changes and updates from Amadeus that might require adjustments in your code. Regularly update your API credentials to ensure security.

Amadeus API Integration Examples:

1. Flight Search and Booking:
Imagine you have a travel website that allows users to search for flights and make bookings. By integrating the Amadeus Flight Offers Search API, you can provide users with real-time flight options, prices, and availability. Users can input their travel details, and your website will display relevant flight choices from the API.

2. Hotel Information and Booking:
For a website focusing on hotel bookings, integrating the Amadeus Hotel Search API can provide users with information about available hotels, prices, amenities, and more. Users can search for hotels based on their preferences, and your website will fetch data from the API to display the options.

3. Travel Inspiration and Activities:
If your website aims to inspire travelers and suggest activities at various destinations, integrating the Amadeus Points of Interest API can offer details about attractions, landmarks, and activities. Users can explore travel ideas and receive information about things to do in different locations.

Incorporating the Amadeus API into your travel website empowers you to offer valuable and dynamic travel information to your users. By leveraging the capabilities of the Amadeus API and combining them with your website's features, you can create a comprehensive and engaging travel platform that enhances the user experience. ClearHolidays™, with its expertise in the travel industry, can guide you in optimizing your Amadeus API integration for maximum impact.