PHOTO
MUSCAT, OMAN: Oman Tourism Development Company (OMRAN), the Sultanate’s executive tourism development arm unveiled VisitOman.om, the first authorized national online booking and information gateway for Oman’s Travel Trade sector. In its first phase, registration is now open for Travel Trade partners in international markets together with Oman’s travel and tourism players for future bookings.
Envisioned to become a fully integrated digital Travel Trade ecosystem for the Sultanate, VisitOman.om will serve four overarching objectives: First, to position Oman as a growing tourism destination to global markets. Second, to increase inbound tourism. Third, to introduce an accreditation process for the Omani Travel Trade stakeholders featured on the platform. And fourth, to boost socio-economic development in Oman.
His Excellency Salim bin Mohammed Al Mahruqi, Minister of Heritage and Tourism said: “The launch of the brand identity of the National Travel Operator 'VisitOman.om' is an important step that aligns with Oman Vision 2040 and the economic diversification plans. The platform will digitize the local tourism supply chain, in cooperation with our partners, and will become a vital factor in supporting the Sultanate’s vision to increase local and international investments in the tourism infrastructure, in addition to achieving our objective to attract 11.7 million tourists by 2040, of whom 5 million are international tourists."
His Excellency added, "This platform is also in line with the recovery plan adopted by the Ministry of Heritage and Tourism."
The launch of VisitOman.om comes as the Sultanate rolls out strategic initiatives to reboot the tourism sector and resume tourism activities. As global traveler demands evolve, the portal will offer quality assured packages with instant confirmation, fully supported by destination and partnership specialists. This 360-degree approach ensures the booking process gives Trade Partners, and end consumer confidence, particularly with first time travelers.
Eng. Mohammed bin Salim Al Busaidi, Chairman of OMRAN Group, said: “The launch of the VisitOman.om platform is an important step for OMRAN Group to achieve its vision by investing in the tourism sector's value chain, whilst implementing and activating the tourism distribution strategy that aims to increase the number of inbound tourism to the Sultanate from various major regional and international markets. This also goes hand in hand with the group’s tireless efforts to develop the sector by establishing sustainable projects that contribute to economic diversification. It comes in line with the Group's unremitting efforts to develop the sector by establishing sustainable projects that contribute to economic diversification. This platform will enhance the contribution of local and international partners through various investment and business opportunities and will work to strengthen strategic tourism and commercial partnerships with the service providers who will benefit from the promising opportunities that the platform will provide.”
"As the executive arm of the Sultanate for tourism development, OMRAN Group will leverage on the VisitOman.om potential. The platform will enable business partners and customers to make direct and fast reservations, hence fostering integration between supply and demand." Al Busaidi added.
It is expected that by Q4 2021, VisitOman.om will become an all-encompassing resource for the Travel Trade sector which will seamlessly connect the entire accredited Omani travel supply chain globally. The extended portal will include a live booking engine that allows for easy supply and demand integration with Trade Partners. It will also include information about partnership opportunities and packages which creatively unite the Sultanate’s vast offerings. Informative content and simplified booking tools for flights, transfers, hotels, tours, excursions, restaurants, packages, discounts, incentives and more will be offered by accredited and certified quality suppliers – all of who will be vetted through an accreditation process before being featured.
Developed using cutting-edge technology, www.VisitOman.om will simplify interactions with global travel players including travel agents, tour operators, consolidators, aggregators, and distributors.
-Ends-
About VisitOman.om
VisitOman.om is the Sultanate’s first digitally native and trusted online booking platform. Built for local and international travel industry players, the dynamic and engaging platform offers partners a dynamic solution that makes it easier to list, book, and experience the full potential of Oman.
Curated through strategic and commercial travel partnerships, the platform seamlessly connects the entire accredited Omani travel supply chain (air, hotels, transfers, tour operators, restaurants and more). VisitOman.om additionally provides a wealth of quality storytelling information resources to help unlock the Sultanate’s limitless experience possibilities for visitors.
OMRAN Group| Growth Through Tourism
OMRAN’s mandate is to create sustainable and authentic tourism assets, lifestyle communities and destinations that drive economic growth and contribute to the diversification of the economy. We achieve our mandate by acting alone, or as a catalyst, bringing together the strength of the government and entrepreneurship in the private sector.
We work with all stakeholders, partners, SMEs and local communities to ensure a positive physical, social and economic contribution to both the environment and people’s lives, while respecting the traditions, culture and environmental values of Oman.
We are inspired by Oman’s beauty, peace and hospitality.
For more information visit: www.omran.om
For more inquiries, kindly contact: Sulaiman Ali Al-Maqbali, Communications Specialist | Phone: +968 2439 1181 | Email: sulaiman.maqbali@OMRAN.om
© Press Release 2021
Disclaimer: The contents of this press release was provided from an external third party provider. This website is not responsible for, and does not control, such external content. This content is provided on an “as is” and “as available” basis and has not been edited in any way. Neither this website nor our affiliates guarantee the accuracy of or endorse the views or opinions expressed in this press release.
The press release is provided for informational purposes only. The content does not provide tax, legal or investment advice or opinion regarding the suitability, value or profitability of any particular security, portfolio or investment strategy. Neither this website nor our affiliates shall be liable for any errors or inaccuracies in the content, or for any actions taken by you in reliance thereon. You expressly agree that your use of the information within this article is at your sole risk.
To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, this website, its parent company, its subsidiaries, its affiliates and the respective shareholders, directors, officers, employees, agents, advertisers, content providers and licensors will not be liable (jointly or severally) to you for any direct, indirect, consequential, special, incidental, punitive or exemplary damages, including without limitation, lost profits, lost savings and lost revenues, whether in negligence, tort, contract or any other theory of liability, even if the parties have been advised of the possibility or could have foreseen any such damages.
