Abhay Sinha, Director General, Service Export Promotion Council (SEPC), shares that SEIS will go a long way in helping the service sector exporters, including those in the travel, tourism and hospitality segments, as they will be able to claim benefits under the scheme, for which `2,061 crore has been provisioned. …

After a hiatus of more than two years, countries are gradually reopening borders. Since there is a pent up demand for travel, countries are ready with new products to cash in on. As India has been among the top source market in the world, countries are keen to welcome Indian …

Roslina Arbak, MD and CEO, Desaru Development Holdings One Sdn Bhd, supports promotion of Desaru Coast – a new destination for the Indian market – and announces its largest incentive package at a total of Rs. 12 million to entice Indian travellers, event and wedding planners and corporates. Hazel Jain …

Rural tourism is slowly gaining popularity among travellers and why not? Exploring rural destinations can help to know the traditional roots of a state! If you are planning to spend some time away from the hustle and bustle of the city life and explore the village houses, taste simple yet …

Wellness tourists look for more immersive experiences rather than just relaxation, party or luxury breaks. They seek locations where there is more focus on activities, especially connected to fitness, health and wellbeing, share experts with TravTalk. They also share their views on other issues related to wellness tourism. Janice Alyosius …

Aviation industry needs to be clear with governments on what is needed from regulations, it must deliver on commitment of net zero emissions and improve gender diversity, says Willie Walsh, Director General, IATA, while presenting the association’s annual report at the AGM. Nisha Verma The aviation industry is on course …

TT Bureau The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has announced an upgrade to its outlook for the airline industry’s financial performance in 2022 as the recovery from the Covid-19 crisis picks up pace. IATA forecasts that the industry losses are expected to reduce to -$9.7 billion (improved from the October …

Developed on the concept of ‘Back to Your Roots’, Monteria Village offers an authentic village experience with a modern touch, while making sure that the guests fall in love with the natural surroundings. TT Bureau Monteria Village is a destination designed to give a guest an elevated experience of quintessential …

Singapore Tourism Board (STB), along with Resorts World Cruises (RWC) and Royal Caribbean International (RCI), recently organised a webinar on ‘Reimagine Cruising from Singapore’, which updated the travel trade in India about cruising from Singapore and the latest cruise offerings. Nisha Verma GB Srithar, Regional Director, India, Middle East & …

New Delhi: The island of Lombok, which is part of the magnificent Indonesian archipelago, (known for) is renowned for the pristine beauty of its untainted landscape, which draws travelers from all over the world. Away Lombok Mandalika and Amber Lombok Beach by Cross Collection have joined the company’s expanding portfolio …