Image Credit – PEXELSThomas Cook (India) Limited and its group company SOTC Travel have signed a long-term MoU with Vinpearl to strengthen Vietnam’s position in the Indian outbound travel market. The agreement was formalized between Thomas Cook India and SOTC Travel President and Group Head – Marketing, Service Quality, Value Added Services and Innovation, Abraham Alapatt and Vinpearl CEO Ngo Thi Huang.
The collaboration brings together the distribution network and customer base of Thomas Cook India and SOTC Travel with Vinpearl’s hospitality and leisure portfolio. This is expected to support the development of tailored travel products and improve accessibility for Indian travelers visiting Vietnam.
Under the agreement, Vinpearl will be positioned as a preferred partner for Vietnam with access to exclusive inventory and priority availability across its assets and services. The partnership also marks Vinpearl’s first investment initiative in India’s travel and tourism sector, which aims to build a structured tourism ecosystem for the Indian market.
Thomas Cook India and SOTC Travel will play a key role in driving demand, enhancing customer reach and enhancing travel experiences across regions. Vinpearl’s portfolio includes resorts, entertainment complexes, golf courses and event infrastructure in destinations such as Phu Quoc, Nha Trang and Hoi An, catering to both leisure and MICE travellers.
Abraham Alpatt, President and Group Head – Marketing, Service Quality, Value Added Services and Innovation, Thomas Cook India and SOTC Travel, said, “Vietnam has emerged as one of the most exciting growth markets for Indian travellers, and our partnership with VinPearl reflects our strategic intent to strengthen our leadership in the destination. As a leader in India’s travel and tourism sector, we are proud to be a part of VinPearl’s world-class travel experience. We see significant opportunities in combination with our omnichannel reach, strong consumer base and market expertise. Together, we look forward to creating unique and seamless experiences for Indian leisure and MICE travelers while building a strong partnership with key players – Thomas Cook India and SOTC Travel,” said Vinpearl CEO. Through the partnership, we are not only expanding market reach but also actively developing tailored offerings for different customer segments. Vinpearl aims to strengthen its presence in the Indian market while contributing to establishing Vietnam as a compelling and distinctive destination on the global tourism map.
