Delhi, India — August 14, 2023
In short: DMCBazaar partners with Asoko to enhance Japan travel sales for Indian agents.
DMCBazaar & Asoko Partnership
According to DMCBazaar: The India-based travel trade marketplace DMCBazaar has announced a strategic partnership with Asoko, a leading Destination Management Company in Japan. This collaboration aims to streamline Japan travel sales for Indian travel agents, addressing the historically challenging yet growing demand for Japan travel among Indian tourists.
Industry Context
DMCBazaar is India’s premier B2B engine for travel trade, connecting agents with suppliers across destinations. Asoko, previously known as Dokotrip, is renowned for its expertise in Japanese travel operations. This partnership is part of a broader trend of Indian travel trade platforms expanding into Asian markets to meet rising outbound travel demand.
Key Details
- Partnership Scope: The collaboration will integrate Asoko’s Japan travel expertise into DMCBazaar’s platform, providing agents with curated Japan travel itineraries, supplier connections, and operational support.
- Timeline: The partnership is set to launch immediately, with full integration expected within the next three months.
- Eligibility: The service is available to all DMCBazaar members managing FIT, luxury, family, and cherry blossom travel segments.
What Travel Professionals Should Know
TMCs managing Japanese corporate accounts will benefit from this partnership by gaining access to a more comprehensive suite of Japan travel solutions directly through DMCBazaar. This includes pre-vetted suppliers, localized marketing materials, and operational support tailored to the Indian market. Airport lounge operators in Japan may see increased demand as more Indian travelers are equipped with high-quality Japan travel packages through DMCBazaar’s platform. The partnership is effective immediately, allowing immediate access to Asoko’s Japan travel resources for DMCBazaar members.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the DMCBazaar partnership with Asoko?
DMCBazaar has formed a strategic alliance with Asoko to integrate Asoko’s Japan travel expertise into its platform, offering Indian travel agents enhanced Japan travel solutions.
Which travel trade segments does this affect?
This partnership primarily impacts travel agents managing FIT, luxury, family, and cherry blossom travel segments in India, as well as TMCs handling Japanese corporate accounts.
When does this take effect?
The partnership is effective immediately, with full integration expected within three months.
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