The Travel Agency Meal Plan Pricing Guide: RO, BB, HB, FB & AI Explained
A complete operational guide to hotel meal plans, standard industry acronyms, upgrade supplement calculations, and child meal discounting structures.
1. The 5 Standard Meal Plan Codes
Standard global meal plan classifications include:
• RO (Room Only / European Plan): Accommodation only, no meals included.
• BB (Bed & Breakfast / Bermuda Plan): Continental or buffet breakfast included.
• HB (Half Board / Modified American Plan): Breakfast plus dinner (or lunch).
• FB (Full Board / American Plan): Breakfast, lunch, and dinner included.
• AI (All Inclusive): All meals, snacks, and selected alcoholic/soft beverages.
2. Calculating Meal Upgrade Supplements
Hotels frequently quote base contracts on Bed & Breakfast (BB) terms, with daily per-person supplements for Half Board or All-Inclusive upgrades.
3. Child Meal Policies & Age Bands
Children under age 2 or 6 often dine complimentary on the parents' booked meal plan, while children aged 6–11 receive a 50% discount on adult meal supplements.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Half Board usually include lunch or dinner?
In the vast majority of international leisure hotels, Half Board (HB) includes breakfast and dinner. Some hotels allow guests to swap dinner for lunch upon request.
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