MUMBAI, 11 May 2026: Thomas Cook (India) Limited and its group company SOTC Travel have signed a long-term MoU with Vinpearl, Vietnam’s leading hospitality, tourism, and entertainment brand.
The collaboration brings together Thomas Cook India and SOTC’s market leadership and travel expertise with Vinpearl’s expansive destination portfolio, further strengthening Vietnam’s appeal among Indian travellers.
The MoU was signed by Thomas Cook (India) Limited and SOTC Travel President & Group Head – Marketing, Service Quality, Value Added Services & Innovation, Abraham Alapatt and Vinpearl CEO Ngo Thi Huong.
As part of the agreement, the companies will position Vinpearl as a preferred Vietnam partner, backed by exclusive inventory and priority availability. Beyond enhancing travel experiences, the collaboration marks Vinpearl’s first investment initiative in India’s travel and tourism sector and lays the foundation for a comprehensive tourism ecosystem for the Indian market.
Thomas Cook India and SOTC Travel will drive market development, customer access and curated travel experiences for Indian travellers.
Vinpearl’s portfolio spans resorts, entertainment, golf and large-scale event infrastructure across destinations such as Phu Quoc, Nha Trang and Hoi An, catering to both leisure and MICE segments.
Thomas Cook (India) Limited and SOTC Travel President & Group Head – Marketing, Service Quality, Value Added Services & Innovation Abraham Alapatt said: “Vietnam has emerged as one of the most exciting growth markets for Indian travellers, and our partnership with Vinpearl reflects our strategic intent to strengthen our leadership in the destination. As leaders in India’s travel and tourism sector, we see a significant opportunity to combine our omnichannel reach, strong consumer base, and market expertise with Vinpearl’s world-class hospitality and entertainment ecosystem. Together, we look forward to creating unique and seamless experiences for Indian leisure and MICE travellers, while building a long-term collaboration focused on unlocking the immense potential of the Indian market for Vietnam.”
Vinpearl CEO Ngo Thi Huong said: “India is a key market in Vinpearl’s international expansion strategy. Through partnerships with leading players – Thomas Cook India and SOTC Travel, we are not only expanding market access but also proactively developing tailored offerings for different customer segments. Vinpearl aims to strengthen its presence in the Indian market while contributing to positioning Vietnam as a compelling and differentiated destination on the global tourism map.”
(Source: Thomas Cook India)
