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Strong start to the year for Contiki
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Karen Yue, Singapore (2010-01-21)
CONTIKI has recorded an almost 200 per cent hike in bookings so far this year, compared to the same period in 2009, signalling an end to last year’s recession-plagued year.
Contiki director of sales (Asia) Nicholas Lim told TTG Asia e-Daily that Singapore travel agents' contribution in 2009 fell 30 per cent year-on-year to US$3 million. Around US$2 million of that sum came from Contiki's top 10 travel agents, including Chan Brothers Travel, PriceBreakers and STA Travel.
Lim expects 2010 to reap “much better” business, driven by a global economic recovery and an enhanced Contiki portfolio.
The company's 2010 brochures is headlined by new destinations such as Croatia and Russia, improved itineraries, more inclusions such as night river cruises on Paris' River Seine, and improved accommodation and f&B options for budget tours. Package prices are also one to five per cent cheaper than before.
“The strengthening of the Singapore dollar against the greenback is a boon for travellers this year and makes our products even more affordable. Our budget tours are hardly budget actually as some now come with complimentary champagne,” said Lim.
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