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With VFS Global as its India representative, Indonesia’s Bintan Resorts is expecting to ride the wave of sporting events to attract more Indians. This will be alongside the mainstay segments of leisure, MICE and weddings. With easy visas and its own airport coming up by 2027, the destination could really …

Romie Dutt, Executive Director, Aamby Valley City and Hotel Sahara Star, highlights key points of why Hotel Sahara Star makes for a perfect for all things MICE, whether it is a corporate event or a wedding. The property also aligns with the vision of eco-conscious events and implements energy-efficient infrastructure …

Indonesia’s Bintan Resorts has partnered with VFS Global with an aim to enhance the visibility and appeal of Bintan Island among Indians. GB Srithar, Head of Tourism Services at VFS Global, shares an outline of the strategy. Hazel Jain Leveraging VFS Global’s extensive network across India in all major and …

Indian Hotels Company Limited (IHCL) unveils a series of strategic initiatives to enhance collaboration between the hospitality and tourism sectors. The announcements, made by the MD & CEO, Puneet Chhatwal, underscore IHCL’s commitment to driving growth and innovation, ensuring a unified approach that benefits both sectors and enhances the overall …

The 39th IATO Annual Convention, held recently in Bhopal, witnessed record-breaking attendance of more than 1,200 delegates, who enjoyed the charm of destinations in and around the city. After successful organisation of this year’s convention, the association’s focus now shifts to Puri in Odisha for next year’s convention. Janice Alyosius …

Swosti Premium Beach Resorts Puri opened its gate with a grand ceremony in the temple town situated across the pristine Blue Flag beach, and will be a game-changer for the tourism in the state, offering great stays and expansive venues for conferences and meetings. Nisha Verma Inaugurated by Dharmendra Pradhan, …

With 63 operational hotels, including 23 Ibis and Ibis Styles properties, Accor’s growth and brand positioning in India are on a strong trajectory. Pratima Badhwar, Head of Commercial for Accor India and South Asia, discusses the brand’s strategic growth, challenges in the competitive Indian market, the focus on sustainability initiatives, …

Atlantis Dubai, renowned for its opulence and grandeur, offers an unparalleled dining experience that appeals to all age groups. From world-class culinary delights to engaging activities for children, the resort ensures that every guest, regardless of age, finds something to cherish, says Kyp Charalambous, Vice President of Sales, Atlantis Dubai. …

René de Monchy, Chief Executive Officer, Tourism New Zealand, says that Indians visiting their country, particularly during the off-peak season, could avail the benefit of better rates and superior experiences. Hazel Jain René de Monchy, Chief Executive Officer, Tourism New Zealand, was in India recently leading a delegation of 41 …

The idea about luxury travel has rapidly changed from an emphasis on ‘things’ to ‘experiences’. TRAVTALK seeks to explore this evolving concept through the eyes of travel advisors and how their luxury clients want to holiday now. Hazel Jain Luxury travel has long been synonymous with opulence, extravagance, and exclusivity. …