In-the-Issue

Costa Cruises plans to sail in the Gulf this season with a brilliant ship called Costa Toscana, which offers 2–5-night itineraries, including destinations like Qatar and Oman. Leena Brahme, Business Head India, Sharaf Travel  – the official representatives of Costa Cruises in India, shares details on the cruise line’s focus …

Jasmeet Singh, Chief Commercial Officer – Holidays & Experiences, MakeMyTrip, talking to TRAVTALK, outlines how the brand is blending innovation & personalisation, while underlining the importance of offline agents in curating culturally-rich experiences. Nisha Verma Travel preferences are evolving fast, feels Jasmeet Singh, Chief Commercial Officer – Holidays & Experiences, …

In an exclusive interview with travtalk , Yasha Mudgal, Commissioner cum Secretary, Tourism, Jammu & Kashmir, shares how they are collaborating with travel trade partners as their ‘brand ambassadors’ to send positive message about the destination across the country. Apart from that, the tourism department will be focussing on infrastructural …

Nishith Saxena, Founder & Director, Cruise Professionals, says the Indian market has been an integral part of the growth story of almost all the brands they represent. The company, taking part in B2B meetings to interact with trade partners in person and educate them about its product line, advises them …

Aeroprime Group’s appointment as Air Cambodia’s GSA marks a strategic leap in India-Southeast Asia aviation. With growing demand for cultural travel, the company is strengthening trade engagement, consumer outreach and connectivity. Backed by strong response to the Phnom Penh–Delhi route, it plans further expansion, targeting leisure and heritage segments. Surbhi …

The hospitality sector in India is witnessing a strong growth, but to thrive globally, the focus must shift towards experience curation, embedded sustainability, tech integration and strategic marketing, says Dilip Puri, Founder & CEO, Indian School of Hospitality. It’s time to repush ‘Incredible India 2.0’ campaign—backed by robust government support, …

With India becoming central to global cruise strategies, Ratna Chadha, Co-Founder & Chairperson, TIRUN Travel Marketing, emphasises its growing outbound demand. Trust, training & tech are key to empowering Indian travel partners, while destinations like the Mediterranean and Galapagos lead cruise itineraries. Surbhi Sharma India’s booming economy and expanding outbound …

Disney Cruise Line unveils its next-gen experiences it has created keeping the Gen Z and the millennials in mind. Sarah Fox, Vice President and Regional General Manager, Disney Cruise Line, shares more details about their offerings catered to this specific segment. Hazel Jain Disney Cruise Line is setting sail with …

ETAA’s exclusive B2B networking event successfully concluded in Mumbai and was open to B2C travel agents, both ETAA members and non-members, and fostered meaningful connections between travel professionals and key industry stakeholders including tourism boards, airlines, DMCs, visa service providers, and travel tech companies. TT Bureau  Following the overwhelming success of the …

Digi Yatra Foundation is working on a pilot scheme for the creation of electronic passport-based credentials. The foundation is also working on rolling out Digi Yatra at 17 more airports across India, as well as using the app for border-crossing. Hazel Jain From being one extra step for passengers between …