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

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, UAEmusafir.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.

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musafir.com Unveils Exciting Travel Trends for Eid Al Adha and Summer Vacations

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%).

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B2A travel tech platform TBO goes public to further empower

B2A travel tech platform TBO goes public to further empower and accelerate growth of travel agencies in the Middle East

May 27th, 2024: TBO Tek Limited, a leading travel distribution platform in the global travel and tourism industry, recently completed the public listing of its equity shares in India via the National Stock Exchange of India Limited (NSE) and the BSE Limited (BSE). The company raised approximately 186 million USD (Rs. 1,550 crore) from this Initial Public Offer.

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Air Chateau – a promising 360° helicopter operation

Air Chateau – a promising 360° helicopter operation, gearing to redefine the mobility space: Dubai’s premier private tour/charter service provider, Infrastructure provider, eVTOL readiness & training

Supported by Dubai South, Air Chateau benefits from infrastructure and organizational backing from the Mohammed Bin Rashid Aerospace Hub

Dubai – May 24, 2024: Air Chateau, Dubai’s premier private helicopter operator, is prepared to transform air travel across the UAE with its revolutionary debut in the region and regional expansion strategy. With a pioneering vision for urban air mobility, the company is committed to elevating the standards of luxury, safety, and convenience in the helicopter and eVTOL industry. As it launches its operations in Dubai, Air Chateau is laying the foundation for an extensive network of hybrid heliports across the UAE, promising to lay down a robust foundation to what would serve as a seamless and sustainable air travel ecosystem within the country in the coming decade.

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