The codes side by side
- EP — European Plan: room only, no meals. Also "RO" (room only).
- CP — Continental Plan: room and breakfast. Also "BB" (bed and breakfast).
- MAP — Modified American Plan: room, breakfast and one main meal, usually dinner. Also "HB" (half board).
- AP — American Plan: room and three meals. Also "FB" (full board).
- AI — All Inclusive: meals plus drinks, and often snacks and some activities.
Why meal plans matter in booking systems
The same room can be sold on several meal plans at different prices, and every supplier labels them differently — "BB", "Bed & Breakfast", "CP" and "Breakfast included" can all mean the same thing. Booking engines have to normalise these labels, or travellers cannot compare like with like and agents risk booking the wrong board basis.
Example
A hotel in Goa offers its deluxe room at three prices: EP for room only, CP with breakfast, and MAP with breakfast and dinner. A travel agent quoting a family with young children picks MAP so evening meals are already covered.
How TraveleXe handles hotel meal plans (ep, cp, map, ap)
Syncro normalises room categories and rate plans across suppliers, so the same room and meal plan from different suppliers can be compared directly.
Explore SyncroFrequently asked questions
What does MAP mean in a hotel?
MAP stands for Modified American Plan: the rate includes the room, breakfast and one main meal — usually dinner. It is the same as half board (HB).
What is the difference between CP and MAP?
CP (Continental Plan) includes breakfast only. MAP (Modified American Plan) includes breakfast and one main meal, usually dinner.
What does EP mean in hotel booking?
EP stands for European Plan: the rate is for the room only, with no meals included.
Last reviewed 25 October 2026 by the TraveleXe product team.