Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group and The Oberoi Group have announced a strategic alliance – The O&MO Alliance – enabling their guests to enjoy benefits and experiences.
The O&MO Alliance aims to further strengthen the global reach of both groups, “providing guests with increased choice in breadth across the globe as well as depth in India.”
Members of the two loyalty or ‘recognition programmes – Fans of M.O. and Oberoi One, will have reciprocal benefits at over 50 hotels. Guests will receive “superior recognition, select experiences and offers, as well as invitations to bespoke events. Unique culinary and wellness offerings will be created”.
Collectively, the two brands will also work on innovation, sustainability, colleague learning and development.
James Riley, Mandarin Oriental’s group chief executive said:
“We are delighted to launch this innovative partnership with The Oberoi Group, setting the stage for us to push the boundaries of luxury hospitality.
“The Oberoi Group has a long-established history and a wealth of expertise in providing exemplary service and I am confident that by working together both organisations will grow and create further differentiation in the industry that our guests will value. We look forward to working with The Oberoi Group to continue to develop and deepen this special partnership.”
Vikram Oberoi, managing director and chief executive officer of EIH Limited, the flagship company of The Oberoi Group said:
“We have long been ‘fans’ of Mandarin Oriental. Our brands complement each other extremely well as do our organisations values and culture. This exciting alliance will allow guests to experience new destinations and experiences in the legendary styles for which both companies are renowned.”
Details of the benefits and services for guests who are members of the brands’ respective recognition programmes are listed here: Mandarin Oriental and Oberoi Hotels