16th April 2011

Travelocity India, a wholly owned subsidiary of Travelocity, and MasterCard Worldwide, have announced a two-year strategic collaboration in India that will offer MasterCard cardholders in the country exclusive deals and packages across Travelocity’s global network of over 450 airlines and hotels across over 1000 cities globally, including 126 cities in India.

As per the release, travel has consistently ranked among the top purchasing priorities for consumers across Asia Pacific, according to MasterCard survey findings. The alliance between Travelocity and MasterCard caters not only to the strong appetite for travel, but also taps into the burgeoning online travel booking market in India which is expected to escalate further this year.

Roshan Mendis, President, ZUJI Asia Pacific, Travelocity said, “When MasterCard cardholders book via Travelocity.co.in, they are ensured of accurate, competitively priced and instantly confirmed bookings for flights and hotels. Travelocity has a wide and extensive global network of airlines and hotels selection to match our deep understanding of travellers across India. As the leading online travel portal, Travelocity is continually reviewing and innovating its product offerings in order to meet the rising expectations of sophisticated travellers.”

Himanshu Singh, Managing Director, Travelocity India said, “Travelocity India has been committed to guaranteeing the widest choice at unmatched fares; hence, we work with our partners to come out with offers that benefit our customers. The current offer is also a great opportunity for the Indian consumers to make their travel bookings on a safe and secure platform and enjoy not only a pleasant travel but also good returns on their bookings.” 

Nagesh Devata, Vice President, Market Development, Asia/Pacific, Middle East & Africa, MasterCard Worldwide said, “Consumers are increasingly planning their entire vacation online. Our own research has shown that air tickets are among the top purchases consumers make online. By aligning with Travelocity India, one of the country’s leading online travel agents, MasterCard is making the online travel planning process easier and more valuable to cardholders. This strategic collaboration with Travelocity is another example of MasterCard’s commitment to give cardholders benefits.”

Besides, MasterCard exclusive airfares and hotel rates, MasterCard cardholders can also avail following benefits when booking with Travelocity: 

• MasterCard Everyday Savings – Book a flight with Travelocity.co.in using your MasterCard card and receive a Rs 1000 hotel e-voucher applicable on your next hotel booking with Travelocity.
• MasterCard Mondays – Book a hotel with Travelocity.co.in using your MasterCard card and avail ten per cent off in the form of credit rebates.

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