World Travel Holdings has
agreed to fulfill cruise bookings for Orbitz and CheapTickets.
Orbitz Worldwide, parent of the two online travel retailers, said
World Travel Holdings will help the sites prepare for expected
double-digit growth in cruise bookings through 2009.
Under the agreement, World Travel Holdings
will provide a large inventory for Orbitz and CheapTickets,
enabling customers to pick from 155 ships operated by 18 cruise
lines.
In addition to
inventory, the agreement provides for discounted rates and
value-added services, including 24-7 support from telesales staff
and experts in group cruises; special discounts to repeat
customers; more detailed information on itineraries, deck layouts
and dining; and 360-degree visuals for staterooms and common
areas.
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