The state aims to tap overseas markets by promoting products that appeal to them, such as wildlife, heritage, and cruises. Its World Heritage sites and Tadoba National Park, known for its tigers, are already popular in the European travel community. Hazel Jain Dilip Gawade, IAS, Director of Tourism, Government of …

Chaired by Yogendra Tripathi, Secretary — Tourism, the newly-elected team of PATA India Chapter has a busy year ahead. Its upcoming events include the Update & Outlook Meeting and Tourism Powerhouse. Nisha Verma PATA India Chapter recently held its Annual General Meeting (AGM) at The Park New Delhi, where it …

Representing India at WTM London, Rupinder Brar, Additional Director General, Ministry of Tourism, Government of India, shares details about the Indian pavilion at the event. Manas Dwivedi The theme for the Indian pavilion this year at WTM will be ‘Find the Incredible You’, inspired by the award-winning ‘Incredible India’ campaign …

Though Odisha holds much potential for tourism, key initiatives such as a five-fold increase in the tourism budget, a world-class convention centre, and addition of at least 5,000 rooms can help drive numbers. Kanchan Nath Addressing a gathering at the recently-concluded HRAO (Hotel & Restaurant Association of Odisha) Conclave, JK …

At WTM 2019, India is sure to pack a punch with a bigger, stronger delegation. A lower visa fee and reduced GST on hotels, which have made travel to India more affordable, will set the ball rolling for tourism growth. Nisha Verma The positive atmosphere created for tourism in India, …

Completing 25 years of its existence in 2019, the Adventure Tour Operators Association of India (ATOAI) is planning to celebrate the occasion in an innovative way. Manas Dwivedi Sharing fond memories of 25 years since its inception on September 22, 1994, the founding member and current President of ATOAI, Captain …

The Travel Agents Federation of India (TAFI) recently met at the Statue of Unity in Gujarat to conduct its AGM and discuss key topics, including TAFI Connect, to help it transition into the new year. Hazel Jain The Travel Agents Federation of India (TAFI) conducted its AGM successfully in Gujarat close …

The Ministry of Tourism (MOT) will be promoting the Gandhi Gramin Tourism Circuit to highlight and showcase the life and times of the Father of the Nation. The ministry is also roping in IATO to actively promote these circuits. Manas Dwivedi As part of celebrity the 150th anniversary of Mahatma …

The revamped Buyer’s Club programme at WTM London this year aims to bring in the highest calibre of buyers and provide a more tailored experience to them. TT Bureau For the 40th anniversary of WTM London this year, the organisers have revamped the Buyers’ Club programme to create a new …

Clarks Inn has opened the 32-key Om Clarks Inn, which provides world-class event spaces for corporates and for social occasions, in the town of Raebareli, Uttar Pradesh. TT Bureau An upscale hotel, Om Clarks Inn lies close proximity to the Raebareli Railway Station and is located in the city’s commercial …