musafir.com Appoints Industry Veteran Vishal Arora as Chief Product & Technology Officer to Drive Transformation

Launching new business verticals, modernising technology platforms and leveraging AI on the agenda

Vishal Arora as its Chief Product & Technology Officer (CPTO)

10 June 2024: Dubai, UAE– musafir.com,  one of the region’s leading Travel Management Companies, is proud to announce the appointment of Vishal Arora as its Chief Product & Technology Officer (CPTO). With over 25 years of experience in technology, product management, and e-commerce, Vishal brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to his new role, poised to drive musafir.com’s digital evolution.

musafir.com Unveils Exciting Travel Trends for Eid Al Adha and Summer Vacations: Increased Demand for Long-Haul Destinations and Group Tours

• 35% travelers to take an extended 7-10 day vacation during the Eid-Al-Adha break
• 25% of Schengen country travelers looking at emerging destinations such as Latvia, Slovenia, and other parts of Eastern Europe for Summers
• 10% increase in demand by UAE Travellers in Planning a trip to the USA this Summer

29 May 2024; Dubai, UAE: As the anticipation for the Eid Al Adha break and summer vacations intensifies, musafir.com, UAE’s leading online travel agency, is delighted to share captivating insights into the evolving travel landscape. With a remarkable 20% surge in enquiries compared to the same period last year, musafir.com is at the forefront of deciphering the changing preferences and desires of travelers in the region.

“As we approach the Eid Al Adha break and the summer vacation season, we’re witnessing a dynamic shift in travel preferences among UAE residents,” said Raheesh Babu, COO, musafir.com. Travel demand has surged significantly post-COVID, and we see notable increases in interest across various regions even when compared to 2023 including CIS countries (30%), Far East Asia (25%), Europe (40%), and Africa (5%).