Zela Jet becomes the first client for Luxury Mentor and will be the first in the world to offer clients the unique e-commerce solution developed by Journey Mentor specifically for business jet and helicopter operators. Greece / Cyprus – Journey Mentor, the leading travel-tech SaaS company that has created proprietary easy-to-use solutions to solve the travel industry’s challenges, today announces that has been awarded a three-year contract by Zela Jet (“Zela”), a private jet charter broker and helicopter owner based in
Greece and Cyprus.
Under the terms of the agreement, Journey Mentor will integrate its proprietary e-commerce solution for business jet and helicopter operators, Luxury Mentor, with Zela’s systems. Zela specialises in crafting bespoke aviation solutions tailored to specific requirements of clients. By integrating Luxury Mentor in its IT infrastructure, Zela will be able to further upgrade its portfolio of high-end home-to-destination travel services to their customers, including private jet travel, airport transfers, personalised concierge services,
hotel bookings, cruises and much more within the luxury segment of the market. Additionally, Luxury Mentor will also integrate an automated inventory control system, revenue management system and loyalty system with Zela’s systems.
In addition to Luxury Mentor solution, Journey Mentor offers a unique ecommerce solution to business jet operators including the opportunity to sell charters and seat only jet capacity as well as commercialising positioning flights. This offers jet operators substantial additional revenue streams and opportunity to improve the sustainability credentials of their fleet through the effective use of excess business jet or helicopter capacity.
The global business jet market has witnessed a massive growth over the past few years, the increase of which has further accelerated since the end of the pandemic. According to data from Statista, this market was worth over US $28.6 billion in 2023, and is projected to reach just under 37 billion U.S. dollars by 2028.
Journey Mentor provides travel experts with a suite of software solutions utilising the latest technology, featuring unique functionality like parallel search, swaps, revenue management and loyalty solutions. The solutions enable its clients to complete the whole booking process within one transaction. Additionally, they guarantee the best possible deal as it uses AI technology to continue to look for a better deal even after the booking has been completed.
An increasing number of travel providers such as airlines, travel management companies (TMC)s, general sales agents (GSAs) and cargo operators are discovering that they can make a major, simple step to be part of the NDC and One-Order environment.
Commenting, Paul Sies, President and CEO of Journey Mentor explained: “We are very enthusiastic to work with a progressive and leading organisation such as Zela Jet. In the realm of luxury travel and business aviation, embracing an e-commerce solution is not just a choice, but a strategic necessity. Zela Jet will be the first in the world to offer Jet and Helicopter clients a totally integrated e-commerce solution that facilitates the total customer journey. It enables companies like Zela to effortlessly reach customers worldwide, providing seamless and personalised experiences that redefine luxury in the digital age.”
Andreas Christodoulides, Chairman of Zela Jet added: “The team at Journey Mentor understands the challenges currently affecting the travel industry as well as its exact implications for companies like ours. Through our cooperation with Journey Mentor, we are poised to extend our product offerings to customers through online channels. This partnership not only enables us to tap into global markets via e-commerce but also marks a significant milestone for our organisation. Unlike before, we now possess the capability to provide a holistic solution to our customers. As a new era of travellers emerges, establishing a strong online presence is essential for
fostering the growth of our business.”
About Journey Mentor
Journey Mentor is the leading Software as a Service (SaaS) travel technology company dedicated to empowering providers within the travel industry to upgrade their legacy systems and adapt to changing consumer preferences. Our core mission is to enable travel experts including airlines, travel agents, Travel Management Companies (TMCs), freight and cargo companies, and jet operators to integrate various travel components into a single search and transaction, thereby ensuring seamless interoperability among all vendors.
Our comprehensive suite of white-label solutions includes sales, revenue management, and loyalty tools designed to optimise every facet of travel management through a centralised processing system. By leveraging Journey Mentor’s solutions, businesses can unlock new revenue streams and achieve improved profit margins. With headquarters in Cyprus and England, the Journey Mentor team consists of passionate experts committed to developing cutting-edge travel technology solutions that benefit both suppliers and travelers alike. To learn more about how Journey Mentor is transforming the travel industry, please visit our website at https://journeymentor.net/
About Zela Jet
Zela Jet was established in 2020 with one specific goal. To become your solid partner for high quality helicopter and private airplane charter services in Greece and Europe. Our offices are based in Limassol, Cyprus and Athens, Greece. Zela Jet is part of Zela Aviation. Since 2006, Zela Aviation marked its presence in the aviation industry through numerous aircraft sales & acquisitions, leasing (ACMI and Dry Lease) and aircraft capacity management around the world.
Zela Jet was born out of a deep appreciation for Greece’s beauty and a recognition of the growing demand for luxurious and efficient travel options to and from this stunning destination. We aim to connect people from around the world with Greece as well as to facilitate people who reside in Greece to travel the world. Zela Jet has developed a key reputation in the market by working with every major Greek operator and has built a network with Europe’s most esteemed aviation companies.
