Orient-Express appoints GSA in India

LUXURY travel operator Orient-Express has appointed New Delhi-based The Luxury Trains as its GSA for India, in a move to tap the high-end Indian segment for its train and cruise products across Asia and Europe.

Marco Rosa, director - global sales & marketing (trains & cruises), Orient-Express, said: “Many Indians can afford these luxury experiences. Indian outbound is growing phenomenally and discerning tourists are keen to have unique experiences. Our partner, The Luxury Trains, has years of experience in selling luxury products in the market.”

Upaneeta Sen, managing director, Altair Services Kolkata, said: “Many Indians have had multiple overseas travel experiences and are now looking for niche and customised travel itineraries. Cruises and heritage train journeys rank high among their priorities.”

Ashish Saran, group general manager, The Luxury Trains, said: “There are certain segments where people are well-informed and travel-savvy, and look for one-of-a-kind experiences. We will work with trade partners who have customers capable of affording US$1,000-US$2,000 per day packages, and who are able to educate and motivate their clients.”

Sourced: TTG Asia