Some trips are too good not to talk about, especially the ones that feel made for you.
With our Rough Guides' referral program, you can give a friend $100 off their first tailor-made trip. Once they book, you'll also receive $100 in travel credit.
There’s no limit to how many people you can refer, and no need to have booked with us before. All you need is a Rough Guides account, and a few friends who love to travel.
How it works
It’s easy to get started. Just share your unique referral link and let your friends take it from there. Here’s how it works:
Step 1: Share your unique link
Once you’re logged in, head to your account dashboard and navigate to the referral program section. That’s where your personal referral link lives, it’ll look something like https://roughguides.com/ref/YOURUNIQUELINK.
From there, you can share it however you like. Forward it to a friend planning a big trip, drop it into your travel group chat, or post it on social media.
Anyone who uses your link to book their first tailor-made trip will automatically get their $100 discount. Just make sure your friend clicks on your exact link when they’re ready to book. That’s how their trip gets linked to your account.
Share your love of travel and get rewarded for it
Step 2: Your friend books a trip
When your friend uses your referral link to book a Rough Guides tailor-made trip, they’ll automatically receive $100 off their booking total.
Each trip is planned by a local expert, so your friend is in good hands. Their itinerary will be fully tailored around their interests and budget. Once they’ve confirmed the booking, you’re all set.
Step 3: You earn $100 travel credit
As soon as your friend’s booking is confirmed and paid, we’ll add a $100 travel credit to your Rough Guides account. You can check your balance anytime in the Referral Program section of your dashboard.
You can use it on your next journey, or let it build up if more friends start booking through your link. There’s no limit to how many credits you can earn, so if a few people in your circle love the idea, you could easily start saving hundreds toward your next trip.
Your personal traveler account with travel credit
What you get
This program is built so everyone wins:
- You get: $100 travel credit for any future Rough Guides tailor-made trip.
- Your friend gets: $100 off their very first booking made through your referral link.
There’s no limit to how many people you can refer. Every confirmed booking earns you another $100 credit, simple as that. If three friends book, you’ll have $300 in credit ready to go.
You don’t need to have booked a trip with us before. As long as you have a Rough Guides account, you can start sharing your link today.
It’s a great way to help your friends plan a trip they’ll actually love, and earn a little travel credit for yourself while you’re at it.
Important details
Before you start sharing your link, here are a few things to keep in mind:
Your link connects it all
Your referral link is what makes it all work. If your friend doesn’t use it, the reward can’t be tracked, so make sure they book through your link.
Your credit shows up after the trip’s confirmed
Once your friend’s tailor-made trip is fully confirmed and paid, your $100 travel credit will automatically appear in your Rough Guides account. You’ll also get an email letting you know it’s ready to use.
If your friend cancels before the booking is confirmed, the referral reward won’t go through. But once it’s final, it’s all yours.
Use your credit however you like
Your credit can go toward any future Rough Guides tailor-made trip: there are no seasonal restrictions and no destination limits. Whether you’re dreaming of a long-haul journey or a short escape, it’s entirely up to you.
Just keep in mind, the credit is for you only. It can’t be transferred to someone else or exchanged for cash.
One link, unlimited rewards
There’s no cap on how many people you can refer. Each time someone uses your link and books a confirmed trip, you’ll get another $100 credit added to your account. Just note that credits can’t be used alongside other discounts or promo codes.
Tailor-made trips are better with friends
Example scenario
Emma creates her account on RoughGuides.com and finds her referral link. She sends it to her friend Tom, who’s been talking about Japan for months.
He uses the link to plan a tailor-made trip with one of Rough Guides’ local experts, someone who actually knows the country and helps him build the kind of trip he’s been dreaming about.
When he confirms the booking, he gets $100 USD off his total cost.
Once his trip is confirmed, Emma gets an email letting her know she’s earned $100 travel credit, ready to use on her next trip.
A thank-you gift for sharing the journey
Frequently asked questions
Here’s a quick guide to what people usually ask about the Rough Guides referral program.
How do I find my referral link?
Start by logging in to your Rough Guides account. Then click on your account dashboard. You’ll find the link in the upper right corner of the homepage. Once you’re in, look at the menu on the left-hand side and click on Referral Program.
- Log in to your account
- Navigate to the top right corner
- Click on MyInsights Loyalty Program
Rough Guides traveler account
Find your personal referral link
Once you are in the Loyalty Program:
- Scroll down until you reach "How do I get Insights?".
- Your personal referral link will be right there, ready to copy and share. It’ll look something like: https://roughguides.com/ref/YOURUNIQUELINK
- Copy and share your link with friends, family, colleagues etc.
- Earn your travel credit
Your personal referral link
When will I receive my credit?
Your $100 travel credit appears in your Rough Guides account once your friend’s booking is confirmed and fully paid. We’ll also send you an email to let you know it’s ready to use. From that moment, it’s yours, ready to spend on your next tailor-made trip whenever you’re ready to travel.
Can I refer more than one friend?
Yes, you can refer as many people as you like. Each time someone uses your link to book a tailor-made trip, you’ll get another $100 in credit. That means if three people book, you’ll have $300 waiting in your account.
Once you have your link, share it wherever it makes sense. You can send it in a group message, pass it to a travel buddy, or post it on social media.
Can I use my credit on any trip?
Yes. Your credit works for any tailor-made trip with Rough Guides, no matter where you're headed or how long you’re going for. Once you’re ready to book, it’ll automatically apply to your next trip. No need to enter a code or do anything special.
What happens if my friend cancels their trip?
If your friend cancels before their booking is confirmed and paid, you won’t receive credit for that referral. But don’t worry, your link still works. So if another friend books using the same link, you’ll still earn credit.