Kuoni expands retail presence
Thursday, 29 Jan, 2010
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Kuoni aims to open five more travel stores by April on the back of three new branches.
The expansion will bring the number of outlets up to 11 selling Kuoni trips and other in-house luxury travel brands.
The operator has opened new travel stores in Bluewater, Kent; the centre: mk, in Bucks and Penn Street, Bristol, creating 20 jobs.
Kuoni distribution director Derek Jones, formerly at TUI, said: “I believe that our retail vision and presence in locations such as Bluewater, with over 27 million visitors a year, takes Kuoni from an online and brochure driven travel operator to high street retailer in one fell swoop.
“With plans for future travel store openings, offering Kuoni holidays and adventures, the in-store environment is perfect for anyone wishing to view what the world has to offer when it comes to travel.”
He added: “Booking a holiday regardless of location or duration creates a shopping sensation that can’t be put in a carrier bag.
“Booking a holiday is a talking point to be shared with family, friends and work colleagues.
“I challenge anyone to confess they don’t love talking about their holiday plans when they have booked a trip; a holiday getaway creates excitement, expectation and anticipation beyond any other retail experience.
“We want customers to feel they can pop-in anytime to a Kuoni store, we want our staff and customers to know each other personally so that our team understand the holiday dreams and inspirations of their clients.
“With Kuoni offering 18 brochures and selected holidays from other luxury travel brands such as Carrier, Kirker and CV Travel there really is a holiday for everyone at a Kuoni store.”
by Phil Davies
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