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Travel Agents Association of India (TAAI) embarks on a transformative journey under its new leadership. With a member-first agenda, focus on technology, and plans to celebrate 75 years of legacy in 2025, the association aims to empower its members, tackle industry challenges, and ensure sustainable growth. Surbhi Sharma Sunil Kumar, …

TAFI has opened member registrations for its upcoming annual convention to be held in Vietnam from 17-20 January 2025. It is offering members a 3-night convention at `15,999 per person on twin sharing and has also negotiated great prices with DMCs for some exciting pre and post-convention tours. Early Bird …

PDMF 2024, held recently in Phetchaburi near Bangkok, highlighted the lesser-known destination in Thailand with MICE potential. The event also demonstrated how sustainable destination management can pave the way for meaningful and impactful tourism. Amita Pandey Phetchaburi, a UNESCO Creative City of Gastronomy, just 3.5-hour drive from Bangkok, has captured …

Global Panorama Showcase (GPS) organised a two-day event in Kochi (Kerala) to empower the travel fraternity through knowledge sharing and provide networking opportunity to generate business. More than 500 buyers and 40 exhibitors participated in the event, which also saw the launch of GPS iConnect app. Surbhi Sharma Global Panorama …

Team United, led by Ved Khanna, made a clean sweep in the recently held ADTOI election for the 2024-2026 term. The newly elected team will concentrate on advancing India’s travel destinations, Khanna said. Surbhi Sharma The Association of Domestic Tour Operators of India (ADTOI) successfully concluded its 2024 elections at …

The 16th ATOAI Adventure Convention, to be held in Tawang, Arunachal Pradesh, from 3-8 December this year, is set to elevate the state and Northeast India as a centre for adventure tourism. The convention will unite industry leaders to explore sustainable opportunities and showcase the region’s untapped potential for global …

CB Ramkumar, Vice Chairman, Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC), sheds light on the critical role of sustainability certification in hospitality. According to his vision for sustainable tourism, clear certification, transparency, and authentic efforts are key to creating a truly sustainable tourism industry. Surbhi Sharma As an advocate of sustainable tourism …

Some indian buyers, who recently visited Türkiye to gain a deeper understanding of its diverse cultural experiences, luxurious accommodations, and warm hospitality, express renewed excitement to sell the destination. TRAVTALK speaks to a few key Indian buyers and Turkish sellers to find out if they think India is a good …

Leading the 40-member delegation on an educational tour to Türkiye recently, Riaz Munshi, National President, OTOAI, says that the destination has huge potential in the India market, with many unexplored cities yet to be discovered by the Indian traveller. Meanwhile, the association is in discussion with Türkiye Tourism Promotion and …

Celebrating the 10th anniversary of Tourism and Hospitality Skill Council (THSC) in Delhi recently, Rajan Bahadur, Chief Executive Officer, Tourism and Hospitality Skill Council (THSC), reaffirmed the council’s dedication to empowering individuals through skill development and contributing to the growth of tourism and hospitality industry in the country. Surbhi Sharma …