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AirAsia MOVE Joins Global Travel Leaders as WTTC’s Newest Member
AirAsia MOVE CEO Nadia Omer will represent the business, among the most influential names in global Travel & Tourism.
As WTTC’s newest Member, AirAsia MOVE will take part in high-level discussions, global conferences, and industry events — bringing its expertise in digital innovation, value-driven travel, and customer engagement to the table.
WTTC works alongside governments, destinations, communities, and industry leaders to drive economic growth, create jobs, and reduce poverty worldwide. Now with AirAsia MOVE in the fold, the global tourism body gains a powerhouse in digital travel solutions, redefining how travellers connect, book, and experience the world.
AirAsia MOVE is more than just a travel app — it’s an all-in-one ecosystem for flights, hotels, airport transfers, travel insurance, duty-free shopping, and more encapsulated by a strong loyalty program called AirAsia Rewards. With access to over 700 airlines and over a million hotels worldwide, it has been recognised as Asia’s Leading Online Travel Agency 2023 by the World Travel Awards, as well as Asia's Best Travel Booking App for two years in a row (2023, 2024) by World Travel Tech Awards.
Joining WTTC puts AirAsia MOVE at the forefront of global tourism innovation, working alongside industry giants such as Google, IBM, VISA, Marriott, Hilton, Airbnb, Hyatt, Royal Caribbean, Expedia Group, and more.
WTTC President & CEO, Julia Simpson, said “We are delighted to welcome AirAsia MOVE as our newest member. Travel & Tourism is evolving rapidly, and digital innovation is at the heart of shaping its future. AirAsia MOVE is not just redefining how travellers book flights and hotels — it’s creating a fully integrated experience that enhances convenience, affordability, and engagement.
“We look forward to collaborating with AirAsia MOVE as we continue to push boundaries and elevate the global travel experience."
Nadia Omer, CEO of AirAsia MOVE said, "AirAsia MOVE is thrilled to join the World Travel & Tourism Council as a Regional Member, connecting with global leaders and playing our part in digital and tech innovation in travel.
“We are a travel company that focuses on value conscious travellers offering flights, hotels, online duty-free shopping, events tickets and airport pick and drop-off. On top of that, we are the platform for the biggest rewards program in the ASEAN region and a bustling messenger community of travellers and travel enthusiasts.
ASEAN is our home and making travel more affordable, inclusive and delightful for all is our mission. We believe in creating shared value for the ecosystem by understanding our traveller needs and creating new partnerships to unlock value and create memorable journeys for all! We really look forward to meeting the esteemed members and contributing to WTTC’s collective vision as a member."
With this new partnership, AirAsia MOVE is set to play a key role in shaping the future of travel, making it smarter, more connected, and accessible to millions.
Image Credit: Air Asia MOVE
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