Thomas Cook India Signs MOU with Cinnamon Life Sri Lanka

Thomas Cook (India) Limited, along with its subsidiary SOTC Travel, has entered into a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Cinnamon Life at City of Dreams Sri Lanka. The agreement was formalized on February 5, 2026, and aims to enhance travel offerings and increase visitation from India to the integrated resort. The collaboration combines Thomas Cook India’s market leadership and travel expertise with Cinnamon Life’s comprehensive hospitality and entertainment ecosystem.

The MOU focuses on leveraging Thomas Cook India and SOTC Travel’s capabilities in the leisure, MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions), and Business-BLeisure segments. The partnership will involve joint product development, marketing communications, and consumer activations to build visibility and drive visitations to Cinnamon Life. The financial terms of the agreement were not disclosed in the filing.

The operational scope of the partnership includes the development of enriched travel products and the creation of seamless experiences for Indian travelers. The collaboration will focus on enhancing awareness and delivering differentiated offerings across various segments. Cinnamon Life offers a diverse range of services, including hospitality, lifestyle, dining, retail, entertainment, and event facilities, all within an integrated setting.

The timeline for the implementation of the partnership’s initiatives was not specified in the filing. However, the focus will be on accelerating visitation from India through various strategic initiatives. The parties involved will work together to co-create innovative travel products and execute a comprehensive marketing strategy targeting India’s metro, Tier 2, and Tier 3 markets.

The MOU was signed by Mr. Rajeev Kale, President & Country Head, Holidays, MICE, Visa at Thomas Cook (India) Limited, Mr. SD Nandakumar, President & Country Head – Holidays & Corporate Tours at SOTC Travel, and Mr. Hishan Singhawansa, CEO of Cinnamon Hotels & Resorts. Each party will contribute its expertise to achieve the partnership’s objectives.

The partnership is significant in the context of the Indian travel market, which is a key growth area for Cinnamon Life. The integrated resort aims to position itself as a compelling choice for Indian leisure, business, and MICE travelers. The collaboration with Thomas Cook India and SOTC Travel is expected to tap into their strong distribution network and deep consumer insights to drive sustained visitation.

Cinnamon Life at City of Dreams Sri Lanka is South Asia’s first and largest integrated resort. It offers luxury hospitality, entertainment, gaming, retail, dining, and convention facilities within a single landmark destination. The resort is designed to elevate urban living and tourism, setting a new benchmark for world-class experiences in Sri Lanka.

Thomas Cook (India) Limited is a leading omnichannel travel services company in India, established in 1881. It offers a broad spectrum of services, including foreign exchange, corporate travel, MICE, leisure travel, and visa services. The company operates multiple brands and has a significant presence across 28 countries in the Asia-Pacific region. Thomas Cook India is promoted by Fairbridge Capital (Mauritius) Limited, a subsidiary of Fairfax Financial Holdings Limited.