SOTC has introduced long weekend getaways

"With the increasing boredom of working from home working professionals especially millennials are keen to take a break from their daily routine. SOTC has witnessed a growing trend with customers choosing to opt for places that are close to home away from crowded cities. Seeing an uptick in enquiries for quick escapes like back to nature and beach destinations, staycations and drivecations are a popular first choice. These mini getaways offer a perfect opportunity of work life balance through a rejuvenating escapade from ones' routine life.

Staycations allow for people who are unable to get much time off work besides their weekends, to implement micro-breaks in their routine daily life for some well needed rejuvenation and relaxation time. From celebrating important anniversaries to special occasions like birthdays, these quick getaways offer travellers the chance to celebrate the important milestones in life especially during these unprecedented times.  With a trend rising with consumers seeking to travel in smaller groups amongst known people - family, extended family, group of friends, SOTC Travel has introduced Private Journeys- aimed at ensuring the health and safety of customers, our premium, chauffeured van tours that have been strategically designed for smaller groups of family, extended family or friends.

SOTC has introduced long weekend getaways for those who might want to enjoy a break after overworking during the week. To ensure flexibility while booking, we offer a wide range of customer benefits like free cancellations upto 5 days of departure, free scheduling and a travel safe program and travel insurance.

As customers recognise the value and peace of mind of booking with reputed brands, we have introduced a range of assured, insured & secured holidays in line with our Safe Travel program to suit our customer requirements. Top priorities of these travellers include, safety protocol undertaken by the hotel where they plan to stay, variety in food requirements and good internet services. To ensure health and safety for travellers, we have associated with ICMR accredited labs across India to provide a first of its kind COVID-negative certification services. This, along with our Assured Program in partnership with Apollo Clinics, has been incorporated in all our holiday propositions for a hassle-free journey for all our customers.

Top Domestic drivecation/ staycation choices with travellers for a quick escape or break include Ooty, Kanha Jungle Camp, Nasik, Sunderbans, Kollam, Kumarakom, Thekkady, Marari, Wayanad. Other destinations include Mount Abu, Agra, Nainital, Alwar, Udaipur, Jaipur, Goa amongst others. With consumers opting for non-standard/eclectic accommodation such as colonial bungalow, plantation villas (coffee /tea estates), heritage properties- palaces, to tap into the demand for non-standard/unique journeys, SOTC Travel, has introduced India’s Hidden Gems. Starting at an attractive price of Rs. 11 500.00*, the holidays include accommodation for 2 nights/3 days at 4-5 star hotels or delightful boutique properties, breakfast and an additional dining experience, unique sightseeing, private transport and travel insurance.

With international destinations such as Dubai and Maldives reopening for tourists there has been a pent-up demand. Some of the exciting offers introduced by SOTC for Maldives include Child Stays Free - Sheraton Full Moon Resort & Paradise Island Resort, Free Meal Upgrade - Biyadhoo Island Resort & Paradise Island Resort, Room Upgrade Offer- Kandima Maldives. SOTC has introduced Dubai Cricket Special at an attractive price of Rs. 15 100.00* The holidays seek to combine the cricketing extravaganza with a well-deserved break that offers attractive offers/discounts.  

As India plans ahead to extend its travel bubbles, to facilitate safe and smooth travel amongst travellers, SOTC has launched the Safe Holiday Helpline to provide up-to-date information on intra-state and country-specific regulations, on-ground safety measures, health and visa protocols, etc. – under our Assured Safe Travel Program. With safety being the #1 concern for every traveller, this novel initiative helps restore confidence in customers, putting them at ease and helping them make informed travel decisions. Our focus has always been customer centric and this initiative is an extension of that journey.

At SOTC, we strive to make our products, prices and holiday designs convenient and affordable. In line with this commitment, we have introduced the SOTC Holiday Card that simplifies the travel experience and offers complete savings and benefits for the aspiring Indian traveller. Customers can plan their perfect holiday while enjoying maximum benefits and great savings. With attractive customer benefits like 15% Extra Cashback, 10% off on COVID-negative certification services and discounts on ancillary services like visa and passport, the Holiday Card presents travel enthusiasts with an opportunity of a lifetime to book exciting tour packages across top international and domestic destinations." - Mr. Daniel D’souza, President & Country Head, Leisure, SOTC Travel