Sri Lanka is home to more than 50 Ramayana sites. The island nation has much to offer by way of religious gems such as the Sigiriya rock; Shri Bhakta Hanuman Temple, nestled amidst scenic Nuwara Eliya; and Dambulla Caves, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Vartik Sethi from Sri Lanka The …
Read More »Global stars to perform in Doha during GCC Cup and FIFA Club World Cup
Global superstar Katy Perry, legendary band Maroon 5, international Latin music star Maluma, and international music legend Cheb Khaled are set to perform in Doha between 13 and 19 December, in time for the FIFA Club World Cup being hosted in Qatar from 11 to 21 December. In addition, some …
Read More »Holland eyes leisure market
Sharing her views on the importance of the Indian market for The Netherlands, Carola Muller-Van Rijn, Global Travel Trade Manager, NBTC Holland Marketing, has said that the leisure market from India will be a key focus for the board as it maps out a plan for 2020. TT Bureau Elated …
Read More »Perspective 2030 is the future
At the second edition of the HollandCity Global Travel Trade Show, Jos Vranken, Managing Director, NBTC Holland Marketing, shared details on ‘Perspective 2030’, a new vision report of the Netherlands as a destination. Manas Dwivedi NBTC Holland Marketing had released a report detailing the effects of tourism on the nation …
Read More »Indonesia beyond Bali
In a bid to provide experiences for different segments of Indian travellers, Indonesia has identified ‘10 New Balis’ and has prioritised four key destinations to attract more tourists. TT Bureau Reiterating that the Indian market is one of the most important markets for Indonesia, Dr. Raden Sigit Witjaksono, Director of …
Read More »Tee time in Mauritius
Well-positioned as one of the most prominent golf regions, Mauritius is planning to attract more Indian golfers to the island and also focus on families and adventure tourism. TT Bureau During a travel agents’ workshop organised in Delhi in association with Air Mauritius, the Mauritius Tourism Promotion Authority (MTPA) India …
Read More »Networking key at Nevada meet
The 2019 Nevada Governor’s Global Tourism Summit is all set to be held from November 12-14, 2019, at Plaza Hotel & Casino in Downtown Las Vegas, the city’s historic centre. TT Bureau The 2019 Nevada Governor’s Global Tourism Summit would allow delegates to get insights on global business trends and …
Read More »Indian arrivals double in 3 years
At the third edition of their annual B2B showcase – Experience France – Sheetal Munshaw, Director, Atout France in India, said that tourist arrivals from India to France jumped from 3,65,000 in 2014 to 7,00,000 in 2018. Hazel Jain Having doubled the short- term visa numbers from India to France …
Read More »Skal International Bombay celebrates Dussera, welcomes new Consul General of Belgium in Mumbai
Skal International Bombay brought out its colourful side with members dressed in their traditional finery at its Dussera party held in Mumbai recently. On this occasion, Skal International Bombay extended a warm Mumbai style welcome to Pierre-Emmanuel Brusselmans, incoming Consul General of Belgium in Mumbai. The event was co-hosted by …
Read More »Sports get Indians to the UK
The travel trade is beginning to realise that the Indian market has now sufficiently evolved. Many are now visiting the United Kingdom to see their favourite football and cricket team perform, or witness the greats at Wimbledon. Tricia Warwick, APMEA Director, VisitBritain Visitors from India have evolved to taking mono-country …
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