Agents

Adaptability is part of our DNA

Government initiatives, need for multi-tasking, and his wish list, Madhavan Menon, Chairman & Managing Director of Thomas Cook (India), discussed a variety of issues in a free-wheeling, hour-long interview with TRAVTALK. He believes that we, as Indians, have it in our blood to adapt to changing dynamics of the world. …

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Full refund to agents: SC

Hazel Jain The Supreme Court has pronounced the verdict on the airline refund case that was led by Pravasi Legal Cell. It has accepted all recommendations made by DGCA regarding refund of airfare to passengers for tickets booked during the lockdown, whereby agents will get a full refund for tickets …

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A look at M!CE& luxury outbound

The panel discussion on the sidelines of UNITE 2020 analysed the Indian luxury and M!CE outbound market and how suppliers can identify them and cater to their needs perfectly. Only the right partner with the right knowledge of the market will help secure business. MahendraVakharia, MD, Pathfinders Holidays If you …

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Simple tech tools for agents

  ‘A decade into this industry, while there are several exceptions, the general norm is the inertia against change. My goal, through the article, is to bust myths and garner interest in the use of tech,’ says Suyash Gupta, Founder & CEO, Transportal and Director, Travel Bureau. Let me start …

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#SaveTourism, appeals trade

n solidarity with the distressed tourism industry, members of the trade conducted a peaceful drive through various cities of India on World Tourism Day to appeal to the government to provide relief. Manas Dwivedi A large number of tourism professionals embarked on an awareness campaign throughout the country in an …

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TAG goes on 36-day road trip

The Tour Operators and Travel Agents Association of Gujarat (TAG) has taken upon itself to promote travel within India and will embark on a 36-day road trip on September 18 to do this. Small get-togethers have also been organised for members and suppliers at each stop, strictly following health and …

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Experience the ‘art’ of travelling

  Art experiences are a high-value social currency that no one is talking about. Kartik Gaggar, Founder and CEO at  Rajasthan Studio, explains why having at least one art experience in your client’s travel itinerary should be a must if they are seeking the real pleasure of travel. You have …

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IPL Fantasy League for agents

To create some buzz in the industry and engage the trade, Tripjack has launched an exciting competition based on the IPL matches that is open to everyone. The ‘Tripjack Travel Agent IPL Fantasy League’ will remain open till the end of the IPL season, and agents can start registering today! …

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Rent villas from Baywatch Stayzz

‘Adversity is a blessing in disguise’ goes the old saying, and no one understands this better than Manish Kriplani, MD, Baywatch Travels, who has helped fill the gap in demand and supply for luxury villas through his latest venture – Baywatch Stayzz. The brand offers serviced luxury villas for rent, …

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IATA: To be or not to be?

That is the question a lot of the travel agents are asking themselves these days. TRAVTALK speaks to IATA as well as the various national trade bodies to get their perspective to help our readers make an informed decision going forward. FY2020 saw 97% renewal of accredited agencies in India: …

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