Minor Hotels and dnata Travel Group strengthen partnership for global growth
Minor Hotels, a fast-growing international hotel group, and dnata Travel Group, a leading player in the global travel industry, have announced the expansion of their partnership. The partnership reflects the strong growth strategies of both companies and aims to revolutionize the booking experience and improve the travel experience around the world.
Strategic expansion and enhanced travel experience
Under the enhanced agreement, travelers who book through the dnata network will now enjoy preferential rates at accommodations at more than 540 minor hotels around the world. The initiative is part of both companies' broader efforts to drive growth and expand their global footprint, with Minor Hotels planning to add more than 200 hotels to its portfolio by the end of 2026. .
Dynamic distribution and dedicated packages
The partnership will support the launch of new hotels and resorts, creating dual branding opportunities. This covers a variety of areas including dynamic distribution for both leisure and corporate travelers, wholesale distribution for the travel industry, and destination management company (DMC) integration to enhance the in-resort experience. I am. Additionally, the parties will collaborate on sustainability programs and initiatives to increase environmental impact.
Ian Di Tullio, Chief Commercial Officer of Minor Hotels, highlighted the strategic benefits: “Through dnata, we have access to high-value channels and traveler segments that support our expansion and entry into new markets. Our diverse hotel offering meets a variety of needs.” We cater to a wide range of travelers, from patrons of Anantara Hotels & Resorts' luxury resorts to guests of Elewana Collection's boutique lodges. ”
Strengthening corporate and trade travel
The specific focus of this partnership is to increase flexibility and savings in corporate travel. Dnata's corporate travel business and its customers will now have direct access to rates across all minor hotel brands, providing further benefits for business travelers.
Additionally, the partnership extends to Yalago, a leading leisure accommodation wholesale specialist, a brand of dnata Travel Group. Together, the companies aim to deliver significant savings across Minor Hotels' global network and develop a sustainable wholesale strategy that benefits both trading partners and travelers.
Dnata Travel Group’s broader impact
John Bevan, CEO of dnata Travel Group, said: “The strengthening of our partnership with Minor Hotels marks an exciting chapter for our global network of travel brands, fostering business collaboration and diversified business development. “We will work together on a long-term strategy to achieve this goal,” he said, expressing enthusiasm about the possibility of a partnership. This allows you to bring more exclusive benefits to your partners and customers with customized strategies for each channel and market. ”
dnata Travel Group operates under dnata, the world's leading aviation and travel services provider, encompassing more than 15 international travel brands with extensive coverage around the world.
I'm looking forward to
Both Minor Hotels and dnata Travel Group continue to expand their global presence, and this partnership is a testament to both companies' commitment to improving the travel experience and delivering greater value to customers around the world.
