The business relationship between Marriott and Travelguru includes featuring all Marriott hotels in India and soon all over the world on Travelguru's point of sales which include Yatra.com and key affiliates like GoIbibo, Thomas Cook, FCM, Kuoni and many more.
MUMBAI – Travelguru.com, India’s largest online hotel network, announces its business relationship with the international hotel chain giant Marriott International, Inc. This business relationship is being seen as a significant step ahead in online travel industry.
Marriott International is one of the leading hospitality brands in the world and has more than 3,800 lodging properties in 72 countries and territories. Currently, Marriott operates 21 properties in India with an additional pipeline of 46 hotels and expects to reach its stated goal of 100 open and signed hotels in India in the next few years. The business relationship between Marriott and Travelguru includes featuring all Marriott hotels in India and soon all over the world on Travelguru’s point of sales which include Yatra.com and key affiliates like GoIbibo, Thomas Cook, FCM, Kuoni and many more.
Commenting on the new association, Mr. Basant Tahiliani, General Manager Partner Marketing & E-Commerce, Travelguru.com said: “We are delighted to announce that Marriott International hotels will now be a part of hotels available on Travelguru.com. This partnership re-affirms the trust and belief of hospitality industry in Travelguru, making us one of the most preferred OTAs among hoteliers and customers alike. Hoteliers are realising the importance of game-changing innovations and uncomplicated solutions offered and provided by Travelguru.”
Mr. Alexander Pyhan, Senior Director, Global eCommerce Channels APAC & EMEA, Marriott International, said: “We have been looking to further Marriott’s online reach in India and the business relationship with Travelguru will help Marriott to expand its online presence in India.
We are delighted to work with Travelguru and are confident that the relationship will, no doubt, be a mutually beneficial one.”
Photo caption: JW Marriott Mumbai, Mumbai, India.
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