In-the-Issue

FITUR: Ecuador joins as partner

FITUR 2024 Partner Country status of Ecuador allows the country to present its attractions and marvels to a worldwide audience at the International Tourism Trade Fair. TT Bureau Ecuador presented an attractive proposal as a ‘FITUR 2024 Partner Country’ at the International Tourism Trade Fair, to be organised by IFEMA …

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WTM to kick off on 6 Nov

WTM London, one of the most significant events in the global travel and tourism industry, brings together experts from around the world on 6 November. TT Bureau WTM London 2023, being organised in association with UNWTO and WTTC, will kick off with a significant event, the Ministers’ Summit on 6 …

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Capitalising on adventure travel

The Adventure Tour Operators Association of India (ATOAI), in partnership with Indiatourism North, Ministry of Tourism, organised the 3rd Seminar & Adventure Tourism Roadshow in New Delhi recently. The event witnessed various panel discussions, followed by a buyer and seller meet. Suhani Sood The Adventure Tour Operators Association of India …

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Hotels embrace green practices

More and more hotels, whether small, medium or large, are pro-actively integrating green and sustainable practices in their hotel operations – from micro improvements to reduce energy consumption, in-house laundry, to comprehensive solar installations. Sandeep Talaulicar Executive Committee Member HRAWI Through sustainable green building practices, our hotel in Phaltan has …

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Climbing above tourism plateau

Now that the travel business has levelled off and reached a plateau, countries are trying to cash in on the momentum for further growth by adding to the infrastructure and offerings. NTOs in India are attempting to push their numbers Inder Raj Ahluwalia Christine Mukharji, Country Manager, Austrian National Tourist …

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Full house at IATO convention

The 38th IATO Annual Convention, organised recently in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar (Aurangabad) on the ‘Inbound Tourism and Emerging Sustainable Trends’ theme, debated on the changing landscape of Indian tourism. The convention also brought into limelight the tourism of the host city. Janice Alyosius The 38th IATO Annual Convention, hosted recently in …

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Malaysia eyes tier II, III cities

Malaysia’s unwavering commitment to the Indian market paints a promising future for Indian tourists seeking to explore the vibrant and culturally rich nation, says Datuk Musa, Deputy Director General of Promotion for Malaysia. Janice Alyosius India, with its rich cultural heritage and diverse population, has always been a captivating market …

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Melia sees 15% rise from India

India is an important market for Melia Hotels International. With the outbound tourism from the country growing, Melia conducts a roadshow to further boost their business from the market. Sara Haque Melia Hotels International recently conducted a roadshow at The Hyatt Regency, Delhi, with an aim to boost the outbound …

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Mohanty gets honorary degree

JK Mohanty, CMD, Swosti Group & Chairman, Hotel & Restaurant Association of Odisha, has been conferred with the Degree of Letters (Honoris Causa) by KIIT, a deemed to be university. TT Bureau J K Mohanty, CMD, Swosti Group & Chairman, Hotel & Restaurant Association of Odisha, was conferred with the …

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Reimagining tourism in India

Evoke Experiences, with its tagline ‘Reimagining Destinations’, brings a plethora of wonderful experiences across its six properties in India. The brand is promoting its tourism and hospitality packages with immersive roadshows across the country. Sara Haque Experiential tourism is gaining popularity as people nowadays look for something different. They want …

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