• BIZ BRIEFS

KATHMANDU: Himalaya Airlines, a Nepal-China joint venture airline, has announced the launch of internet booking engine (IBE), which allows customers to make ticket booking on the airline's official website.

The platform is designed to seamlessly connect people to their destinations and is available on both desktop and mobile devices. I

n the initial phase of this service, customers can make payments from eSewa wallet, Master- Card and Visa card for ticket purchase whereas Union Pay and ConnectIPS are in development phase which shall be made available in the near future.

Customers can also request refunds and take advantage of a range of additional services, including flight and fare searches, booking management and itinerary changes.

The airline has also introduced various add-on services such as pre-booking baggage, selecting preferred seats, choosing in-flight meals, reserving lounge access, selecting bundled fare (combined services) option, and much more. Additionally, passengers can also enjoy the hassle-free experience of online checkin, saving time at the airport.

A version of this article appears in the print on July 14, 2023, of The Himalayan Times.