DUBAI, United Arab Emirates and RIYADH, Saudi Arabia, Dec. 25, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The prominent online travel marketplace, WINGIE, witnessed significant growth in 2024, with bookings seeing a twofold increase compared to 2023. This underscores the rising appetite for travel, bolstered by data indicating a consistent uptick in bookings, increased traveler engagement, and enhanced consumer assurance in worldwide movement.
WINGIE’s statistics indicated an average cart value of $191, with Cairo standing out as the leading destination, comprising 28% of total bookings. Riyadh came next with 14%, followed by Jeddah with 11%, Dammam with 10%, and Dubai with 7%. The most frequented travel routes included Riyadh to Jeddah, which constituted 14% of bookings, followed by Jeddah to Cairo at 12%, Jeddah to Riyadh at 10%, and Cairo to Jeddah at 9%.
This year also brought exceptional value for cost-conscious travelers. The least expensive ticket was available for only $7.95 for a flight from Tashkent to Samarkand, while the priciest soared to $11,562 for a route from Jeddah to London.
Solo travel emerged as a prevalent trend, with 74% of users opting for solitary journeys, while the remaining 26% traveled in pairs or larger groups. Booking preferences indicated a tendency towards one-way tickets, chosen by 57% of travelers, while roundtrip tickets made up 43%.
Wingie also shared insights regarding its user demographics. Males constituted 63% of its clientele, whereas females accounted for 37%. Furthermore, 90% of its travelers were adults, while 8% were children, and 2% were infants.
As a reliable platform linking individuals with their desired destinations, WINGIE remains at the forefront of providing effortless and economical travel experiences.
About Wingie Enuygun Group
Wingie Enuygun Group is a dominant travel marketplace in the MENA region, focusing on flights through its platforms wingie.com, sa.wingie.com, wingie.ae, and enuygun.com. The firm presents a wide array of travel products including flights, accommodations, car rentals, and bus tickets. Acknowledged for its innovation, Wingie Enuygun Group is leading the charge in the MENA online travel sector, spearheading technological advancements and fostering digital transformation within the industry.
Wingie utilizes advanced AI technology to deliver a flawless user experience, featuring virtual interlining for flights and a varied selection of airline tickets and travel information. The platform is accessible in six languages, employs over 400 staff, and draws approximately 200 million visitors annually, reinforcing its status as a top choice for travelers.
Contact: marketing@wingie.com