Consumer data/insights revealed in the Thomas Cook & SOTC Third Holiday Readiness Report 2021, highlight that Gujaratis are displaying strong travel appetite: 71% are keen to resume travel in 2021 and 51% are ready to travel during the upcoming Diwali festive season. To accelerate this demand, India's leading integrated travel services company, Thomas Cook India, and its Group Company, SOTC Travel, have launched a unique Diwali Mahotsav with attractive pricing, unbeatable offers and special Gujarati Tours accompanied by a Gujarati tour manager with a unique Diwali celebration night on tour. The Diwali Mahotsav invites Gujaratis to celebrate the festival of lights with family and friends, while exploring a new destination and building close bonds.
Diwali Mahotsav - Special Offers
Buy 1 Get 1 Free - Companion free offer to Dubai, Maldives, Andamans, Himachal, Kashmir
Dubai Diwali Special - fully loaded tour includes a special Gujarati dinner
Up to Rs. 50,000.00 off per family on International tours to Egypt, Switzerland, Swiss & Paris
Up to Rs. 20,000.00 off per family on India holidays to Andamans, Himachal, Kashmir
Gujarati Special - All-Inclusive Tour
- All meals (including Gujarati Snacks)
- Special Diwali Celebration Night
- Gujarati speaking tour manager
- Ex-Ahmedabad departures*
A wide range of destinations on offer include, Kashmir, Ladakh, Himachal, Andamans, Goa, and Kerala (Domestic) and Dubai, Egypt, Maldives, Switzerland, Europe (France, Germany, Switzerland).
With 65% of Gujarati consumers reiterating their strong focus on Health & Safety, Thomas Cook and SOTC's TravShield - Travel Safety Commitment is of significant value. It encompasses meticulous safety protocols in association with Apollo Clinics:
- Vaccinated Travel Advisors & Contactless Bookings
- Free Re-scheduling & Cancellation
- Covid Insurance Cover with 24/7 Doctor on Call
- Vaccinated / Covid negative fellow travellers
- Covid negative / Vaccinated Drivers, Hotel Staff
- Sanitized Rooms & Vehicles
Mr. Rajeev Kale, President & Country Head - Holidays, MICE, Visa, Thomas Cook (India) Limited. said, "Diwali brings with it very special festive joy and cheer. With our research indicating that Gujaratis are looking forward to travel and celebrate with family and friends, we have designed special India and international holidays with attractive offers like Buy One Get One and special family discounts. To make it extra special, our Gujarati Tours include a Gujarati speaking tour manager, a special Diwali night celebration and all meals included - a complete package to celebrate the festival with loved ones."
Mr. Daniel D'souza President & Country Head, SOTC Travel said, "Diwali this year falls on a Thursday, a perfect opportunity to indulge in an extended weekend holiday with family / friends, while exploring exciting destinations in India and overseas. With borders opening up and vaccinated travellers being welcomed, travel demand from our Gujarati customers has been seeing strong growth. Our 'Diwali Mahotsav' packed with special deals and discounts, intends to benefit our Gujarat based consumers and help them enjoy a perfect Diwali holiday."
He added, "Our Diwali Mahotsav comes with our unique TravShield - Travel Safety Commitment to build confidence and reassure our customers."
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