Muscat : Oman Air has entered an exciting new partnership with TUI,
one of the world’s leading tourism groups, operating worldwide, to offer customers a
seamless way to book holiday packages alongside their flights. The collaboration
introduces a new digital platform integrated directly with the airline’s booking engine,
empowering travellers with access to a diverse array of holiday experiences across
Oman Air’s network in just a few clicks. The partnership was unveiled during ITB Berlin,
one of the world’s leading travel trade shows.
Launching for the summer holiday season, guests will be able to conveniently book
holiday packages to over 22 destinations spanning Oman, Europe, the Far East, GCC,
Africa and more, via the newly developed digital booking platform. The seamless online
journey will combine flights, hotels, car hire, ground transport, tours, experiences, and
more, combined into dynamic packages or as standalone bookings.
“We are thrilled to partner with TUI to offer our guests an entirely new way to plan and
experience their travels. Designed for those who seek the reassurance of a complete
package holiday, our platform will offer unparalleled convenience, quality and
affordability, along with the security and bonding requirements specific to each
destination,” said Michael Rutter, Chief Commercial Officer at Oman Air. “Not only will
we offer all-new travel experiences for our guests from Oman, but we will also simplify
inbound tourism into Oman, encouraging more international travellers to visit. The
partnership also marks a major milestone in our ongoing efforts to enhance
digitalisation and deliver seamless, end-to-end travel experiences for our guests.”
David Schelp, CEO TUI Markets + Airline, added, “We are excited to work with Oman Air
as a new partner for our platform. This collaboration will offer a unique possibility for
travellers to experience the wonderful country of Oman as well as other destinations
around the world, backed by the exceptional service of Oman Air.
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Oman Air
About Oman Air
Oman Air (WY) began operations in 1993. Initially founded to serve important domestic routes, it
has since undergone rapid growth and is today recognised as a major international carrier
connecting cities around the world to Oman’s stunning nature, rich heritage and welcoming
culture.
The award-winning airline has been instrumental in transforming Muscat into one of the Middle
East’s most desirable travel destinations, while supporting adjacent commercial, industrial and
tourism activities. With a young and modern fleet including, among others, fuel-efficient Boeing
737 and 787 Dreamliner aircraft, which feature luxuriously appointed interiors, Oman Air is
renowned for its exceptional products and services, both in the air and on the ground, and for
the signature Omani hospitality it offers to every guest throughout their journey.
About TUI Group
The TUI Group is one of the world’s leading tourism groups and operates worldwide. The Group
is headquartered in Germany. TUI shares are listed in the MDAX index of the Frankfurt Stock
Exchange and in the regulated market of the Lower Saxony Stock Exchange in Hanover. TUI
Group offers its over 20 million customers integrated services from a single source and forms
the entire tourism value chain under one roof. The Group owns over 400 hotels and resorts with
premium brands such as RIU, TUI Blue and Robinson and 17 cruise ships, ranging from the MS
Europa and MS Europa 2 in the luxury class and expedition ships in the HANSEATIC class to
the Mein Schiff fleet of TUI Cruises and cruise ships operated by Marella Cruises in the UK. The
Group also includes Europe’s leading tour operator brands and online marketing platforms, for
example for hotel-only or flight-only offers, five airlines with more than 130 modern medium- and
long-haul aircraft and around 1,200 travel agencies. In addition to expanding its core business
with hotels and cruises via successful joint ventures and activities in vacation destinations, TUI
is increasingly focusing on the expansion of digital platforms. The Group is transforming itself
into a global tourism platform company.
Global responsibility for sustainable economic, environmental and social action is at the heart of
our corporate culture. With projects in 25 countries, the TUI Care Foundation initiated by TUI
focuses on the positive effects of tourism, on education and training and on strengthening
environmental and social standards. In this way, it supports the development of vacation destinations. The globally active TUI Care Foundation initiates projects that create new opportunities for the next generation.
