UAE's flydubai launches online packages

Passengers using low-cost airline, flydubai, can now book holiday packages, including hotels and tickets to attractions, when booking tickets on the airline’s website.

The airline has partnered with Tourico Holidays to offer passengers a range of accommodation options within flydubai’s network and beyond.

The partnership gives passengers access to a variety of properties by hotel companies including Accor Hotels, Starwood Hotels and Resorts, the InterContinental HotelGroup, and Best Western. Customers can also book cruises, transfers and tickets for attractions including city tours, desert safaris, and theme parks.

flydubai CEO Ghaith Al Ghaith said: “This is a very exciting time for Flydubai. We have listened to our customers, many of whom have asked if they can book hotels and other travel-related services along with their flights. We are pleased to now offer this service through our partnership with Tourico Holidays.”

Global Business Development Travel Holdings, Tourico Holidays’ parent company’s president, Jason Soss added: “We are delighted to bring our extensive portfolio to flydubai’s passengers. Whether they are looking for a back packing hotel in Istanbul or five-star luxury in the Maldives, with more than 36,000 hotels, cruises, vacation packages and attractions in over 4,500 destinations, we have something for every budget. We look forward to a long and mutually beneficial relationship with flydubai.”