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What does the terms EP, CP, MAP, MAPI etc. stand for in hotel bookings?
These are terms used to define add on services provided as part of hotel accommodation. Each of these indicates a specific accommodation plan under which food cost may be included. Here is brief summary of each of these terms.
EP - This is called the European Plan. Under this plan, only room rent is included and any food cost will be additional. Usually this will have the lowest tariff.
CP - This is called the Continental Plan. Under this tariff plan, room rent and complimentary free breakfast is included. For dinner and lunch you will have to pay extra.
MAP - This stands for Modified American Plan. Under this tariff plan, room rent is included with free breakfast and free lunch OR free dinner.
AP - This stands for American Plan and this tariff includes room rent plus breakfast, lunch and dinner. Booking a room under this plan means that you won’t have to pay extra for food.
MAPI or API - This is an extended version of MAP or AP under which free evening tea/snacks are provided.
Please note that the above are only general guidelines. The actual schemes/tariff structure can vary from hotel to hotel and you need to verify it in advance.