{"id":12621,"date":"2021-08-26T10:51:45","date_gmt":"2021-08-26T10:51:45","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/pulseonline.co\/?page_id=12621"},"modified":"2021-08-26T10:51:45","modified_gmt":"2021-08-26T10:51:45","slug":"thomas-cook-india-inks-strategic-agreement-with-destination-maldives","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"http:\/\/pulseonline.co\/index.php\/thomas-cook-india-inks-strategic-agreement-with-destination-maldives\/","title":{"rendered":"Thomas Cook India Inks Strategic Agreement With Destination Maldives"},"content":{"rendered":"

In a focussed initiative to give\u00a0 a fillip to travel to the Maldives, Thomas Cook India, signed a strategic agreement with the Maldives Marketing and Public Relations Corporation to enhance visibility and visits to the destination.<\/span><\/p>\n

Given positive consumer sentiment due to announcements on the vaccine and significant lockdown fatigue, Thomas Cook India\u2019s Holiday Readiness Report (December 2020) reveals that international destinations are seeing a marked upward demand trajectory, with 48% of respondents keen to take an international holiday in 2021. Consumer interest in short haul destinations, including the Maldives, is significant at 50%.<\/span><\/p>\n

With Maldives having re-opened its borders in July 2020, Thomas Cook India has witnessed an encouraging increase in demand\/interest. To catalyse this demand, its strategic agreement with the Maldives Marketing and Public Relations Corporation intends to create high visibility and steer India\u2019s demand potential towards Maldives. And Maldives holds special appeal for Indians: from its pristine blue waters, stunning panoramic vistas, exotic marine life and exciting\u00a0 water-sports, to its exclusive island resort stays with unique water bungalows\/ocean villas. It is also a preferred destination for the celebration of special occasions, weddings and honeymoons. Thomas Cook India intends to extend its marcom to its wide range of viable consumer segments across Leisure, B-Leisure and Corporate MICE, spanning India\u2019s metros as well as Tier 2 & 3 source markets.<\/span><\/p>\n

Thomas Cook India and the Maldives Marketing and Public Relations Corporation\u2019s strategic agreement will deepen the relationship between both parties, and leverage this to spotlight Maldives as a preferred destination that promises a relaxing holiday with a diversity of exciting experiences. The partnership will also ensure a reiteration of safety and hygiene \u2013 a key aspect to build consumer confidence in travel in the COVID-era.<\/span><\/p>\n

Rajeev Kale, President & Country Head \u2013 Holidays, MICE, Visa, Thomas Cook (India) Ltd<\/strong>. said, \u201cWe are delighted to partner with the Maldives Marketing and Public Relations Corporation to jointly promote Maldives as destination of choice for our range of Indian traveller segments – including millennials, young working professionals, ad-hoc groups of friends and families. The Maldives has been an aspirational destination for Indians and our strategic intent will focus on highlighting the benefits\/USPs of easy access and a free visa-on-arrival process, coupled with its eclectic vibe, stunning natural vistas and exclusive resorts, to steer consideration towards Maldives and drive demand.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n

\u00a0Thoyyib Mohamed, Managing Director of Maldives Marketing and Public Relations Corporation<\/strong> said, “We have selected Thomas Cook India \u2013 India\u2019s leading and highly respected tour operator \u2013 to commence our activation in the high potential Indian market. Currently, India ranks second among the key arrival markets to Maldives. We expect that this partnership will increase arrivals from a range of Indian traveller segments. We would like to highlight that Maldives is not just a honeymoon destination, it offers a variety of experiences for a diverse range of travellers. We are definitely delighted to commence this collaboration, and hope that our efforts in marketing Maldives, and improving the relationship between the two parties, will be successful.”<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

In a focussed initiative to give\u00a0 a fillip to travel to the Maldives, Thomas Cook India, signed a strategic agreement with the Maldives Marketing and Public Relations Corporation to enhance visibility and visits to the destination. Given positive consumer sentiment due to announcements on the vaccine and significant lockdown fatigue, Thomas Cook India\u2019s Holiday Readiness… <\/p>\n

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