Abacus connected travel agents have gained access to ground travel and airport services in 500 airports and cities across Asia, the Middle East, Europe and North America as a result of a new partnership with Ground Asia.
Personalised services including post-paid chauffeurs, fixed-price airport transfers and fast-track immigration assistance has become available on Abacus’ network via Abacus eServices.
Research by Ground Asia estimates that 15.7 million Asian corporate and high-end leisure international fliers spend US$2.3 billion a year on ad hoc ground transfers (such as airport limos, private hire car, hotel limos or chauffeur drive) for their journeys to and/or from airports and around cities.
Brett Henry, vice president, marketing, Abacus International, said airports transfers are the most common service failure at foreign airports, and a source of stress and difficulty for travel bookers and travellers.
“Moreover, transfers are typically the most dangerous part of a foreign trip, as they often occur in an uninsured vehicle.
“Through our partnership with Ground Asia, travellers can be assured that they have a reliable provider to meet and safely escort them to their destination,â€Henry added.
