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Cathay Pacific launches ‘Jan On Plan On’ campaign with special flight fares
MUMBAI: Cathay Pacific, with New Year in full swing, looks to encourage travellers to turn their holiday resolutions into reality this year with incredible special fares across destinations in the key wish list, with travel valid until the end of the year.
The airline’s ‘Jan On Plan On’ campaign provides travellers with added reasons to travel more during 2020 with fares starting from Rs. 28,092, if booked before 21 January 2020. For those requiring additional incentive, the airline has curated its own list of must travel destinations in this year.
Those with Australia in their 2020 agenda can rejoice with Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane included in Cathay Pacific’s special fares. Goals of catching a show at the Sydney Opera House, taking a tour through the Yarra Valley, riding a wave or two in Surfer’s Paradise, strolling over Brisbane’s Story Bridge or wandering through Melbourne’s Botanic Gardens can be ticked off.
Japan’s Tokyo, Nagoya and Osaka have made the special fares list, with the airline’s campaign inviting avid explorers to enjoy the cherry blossom season throughout March to May. Whether its shopping in Harajuku, mingling amongst the roaming deer in Nara, enjoying a traditional moon viewing experience or sampling the delicious food offerings in Osaka, the country has it all.
A short hop to the Great Wall of China and the forbidden city, Beijing is another major destination accessible through the limited-time discounted fares, with the cosmopolitan city of Shanghai also in the list. Dreams of roaming around ancient temples and gardens whilst tasting local teas can be realised and travellers are encouraged to book early in 2020 to enjoy incredible low fares, especially over the incredible Mid Autumn Festival.
Cathay Pacific has special fares to numerous North America destinations this January. Whether its people watching in New York’s Times Square, strolling across the Golden Gate Bridge, running around a theme park in Los Angeles, or enjoying the incredible architecture and digging into a deep dish pizza in Chicago.
Customers can fulfil their 2020 travel resolution lists by taking advantage of Cathay Pacific’s 49 flights per week from six major airports in India- Delhi, Mumbai, Bangalore, Chennai, Hyderabad and Kolkata with onward connections to more than 200 destinations via a dedicated terminal at Hong Kong International Airport.
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Ameya Velankar steps down as Uber’s head of marketing for India & South Asia
Veteran marketer exits after more than seven years with the ride-hailing giant.
MUMBAI: After more than seven years of steering Uber through the bumpy roads of India’s mobility market, Ameya Velankar has decided to change lanes. Ameya Velankar has stepped down as Head of Marketing for India and South Asia, marking the end of a significant chapter at the ride-hailing company. He had been with Uber since 2019, taking on multiple roles in product and category marketing before rising to lead the marketing function for the region in 2021.
During his tenure, Velankar played a key role in strengthening Uber’s positioning in one of its most competitive and dynamic markets. He helped drive localised marketing strategies and scale adoption across key offerings such as Auto, Moto, Rentals and Intercity, tailoring global platforms to Indian consumer needs.
Prior to joining Uber, Velankar built his marketing expertise at leading consumer companies including SC Johnson and Marico, where he handled category and product leadership roles. His career began at RPG Enterprises.
Details of his next professional move have not been disclosed.
In a fast-evolving mobility landscape where brands constantly battle for attention, Ameya Velankar helped Uber stay relevant and resonant with millions of Indian users. As he moves on from the driver’s seat of marketing, the company will now look for fresh ideas to keep its wheels turning smoothly.
