TUI acquires inbound travel site isango
TUI Travel has announced the acquisition of isango, an online inbound travel provider.
The site, which offers holiday tours, sightseeing, attractions and activities in more than 60 countries, will now become part of TUI’s inbound division, TUI Travel Accommodation & Destinations (A&D).
“Innovation and new technologies are at the core of our business. isango fits well into our strategy, and brings complementary products, as well as innovative technologies. We will be integrating isango’s technologies and product lines into our business to enhance our online distribution channels and increase sales of our travel products in destinations to our customers worldwide,” said Carlos Muñoz, Managing Director, TUI Travel A&D.
isango was launched from the UK in 2007, and will continue to be run by its existing management team. The value of the TUI deal was not revealed.