Addressing a session at ATM 2024, Alhasan Aldabbagh, President APAC, Saudi Tourism Authority, said that they have introduced a 96-hour visa for Indians possessing the US, UK or Schengen visa, while Markus Tan, Regional Director, India, South Asia, Middle East & Africa, Singapore Tourism Board, asserted that they keep updating …
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Escape to Paradise: Experience Salalah’s Magical Khareef Season
New Delhi: Oman Tourism invites Indian travellers to experience the Khareef season in Salalah (21 June-21 September) when the destination, located in the Dhofar region of Oman, transforms into a tropical paradise, offering a unique and refreshing escape from the summer heat. The Salalah Khareef Season is a magical experience …
Read More »39 mn visitors to Abu Dhabi by ’30
Highlighting double digit growth from India market last year, Abdulla Yousuf, Director of International Operations, Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi, reveals that Q1 2024 has already registered a 40 per cent growth. TT Bureau Abdulla Yousuf, Director of International Operations, Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu …
Read More »NDC for personalised offerings
Amadeus is bullish on the Indian market. The company is committed to support and provide solutions to airlines, airports, and travel agencies to automate processes like check-in and baggage handling for airlines and airports, while enhancing passenger experience, says Jyothi Plappara, Head of Engineering, Airport and Airline Operations, Amadeus Labs. …
Read More »Now, Bengaluru-Bhutan via charter
Thomas Cook & SOTC successfully operated an inaugural charter from Bengaluru to Bhutan recently. Operating at 100 per cent capacity, the inaugural flight underscored the strong demand for unique destinations like Bhutan from Karnataka. TT Bureau Thomas Cook (India) and its group company, SOTC Travel, achieved a significant milestone with …
Read More »Wahiba Sands: Desert splendour
If you are planning to visit Oman, do not forget to include Wahiba Sands in your itinerary. A two-hour drive from Muscat, this desert region not just offers you a serene escape from the humdrums of life, but provides an experience of a lifetime. You can enjoy dune bashing, quad …
Read More »MP creates buzz with festivals
The state of Madhya Pradesh has created an events calendar that will help tourists immerse themselves in local cultures through its many festivals. Yuvraj Padole, Deputy Director – Events, Marketing and Film Tourism, Madhya Pradesh Tourism Board, shares details of what the state has in store for the tourists. Hazel …
Read More »‘Replicate Thenmala model in India’
Nestled in the dense woods of Kollam district in Kerala, Thenmala, a UNESCO World Heritage site, offers plenty of tourism opportunities. The destination, with its winding roads dotted with rubber and tea plantations, is a haven for nature lovers and an ideal spot for tourism stakeholders to attract travellers from …
Read More »‘India a fly-cruise segment for us’
RW CruiseBuddy, an initiative by the India team of Resorts World Cruises, received enthusiastic response from its Indian travel partners. It is an innovative B2B portal designed to empower them and enhance their collaboration with the cruise liner. Naresh Rawal, Vice President – Sales & Marketing, Resorts World Cruises, shares …
Read More »TAFI adds 183 new members
With 12 chapters across India, TAFI has done commendable work. It has managed to add not just 183 new members in India over the last two years, but also organised unique events. Hazel Jain The Travel Agents Association of India (TAFI) has managed to add 183 new members over the …
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