Thomas Cook (India) has inaugurated its new franchise outlet in Chennai Parry’s Corner – to leverage the high-growth market of the city and its surrounding catchments. This outlet is in close proximity to the Tamil Nadu High Court, Chennai Central railway station and major bank headquarters, also viable surrounding catchments of Fort St. George, George Town, Broadway and Sowcarpet. The new Chennai outlet expands Thomas Cook India’s network to 8 locations in the city and 14 locations in Tamil Nadu.
In its commitment to enhance access and convenience, this new outlet is set to cater to a diverse customer segment – business professionals, families, couples, Young India’s millennials & Gen Z, and seniors alike. Thomas Cook’s new outlet offers end-to-end travel services: International & Domestic Holidays (Group Tours, Personalised holidays, Cruises, etc.), Value Added Services like Travel Insurance, etc.
Travel Trends from Chennai:
· Longer stays: duration has increased from 3 days to 5 – 8 days for short trips; from 5 days to 10 -15 days for longer trips
· Growth of experiential travel northern light tours in Finland, whale watching in Sri Lanka
· Emergence of fresh new destinations: Azerbaijan, Georgia, Uzbekistan, Kazakhstan, Vietnam, Japan and South Korea
Top destinations:
o International: Japan, South Korea, Europe’s Switzerland, France, Finland, Spain-Portugal, Czech Republic-Hungary, Australia, Finland & Scandinavia, USA and Kenya
o Domestic: Kashmir, Ladakh, Himachal, Andamans, North-East
· Pilgrimage Tourism continues to see demand: Char Dham, Kashi, Ayodhya, Rameswaram, Tirupati, Amritsar, Varanasi, Prayagraj, Dwarka and Sri Lanka: ‘Ramayan Anant Yatra,’ and ‘Ramayan Trail’
Rajeev Kale, President & Country Head – Holidays, MICE, Visa, Thomas Cook (India) Limited said, “Chennai is an important source market for us, and we are witnessing a significant demand for travel from the city. Hence, we are delighted to announce the opening of our Gold Circle Partner franchise outlet in Chennai. Carefully chosen for its central location, this new outlet will enhance our ability to serve the growing needs of customers in the region, offering easy access and seamless services to our customers – right at their doorstep! I extend a warm welcome to our customers from Chennai. My team and I look forward to co-curating memorable holidays both domestic and international – for each of our customers.”
