Association of Domestic Tour Operators of India (ADTOI) has announced its 10th annual convention in Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh, from April 10-12, 2020, themed ‘Dekho Apna Desh’. It also recently launched its Tamil Nadu chapter that will be chaired by Kalaimamani VKT Balan. Nisha Verma To be held at Minto Hall, Bhopal, …
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Against the tide of challenges
Women have always led by example. Whether it is braving the society’s clichés or balancing the several roles they play, they have always ensured that their actions speak louder than words. While they do not doubt the calibre of men in the travel industry today, they do not hold back …
Read More »Tourist facilities need a push
As the Budget draws closer, spokespersons of the tourism and hospitality industries talk about their expectations, some of which include, further reduction in GST and improvement of tourist facilities. Subhash Goyal, Secretary General, FAITH The tourism industry should be treated on a par with the export industry, particularly export of …
Read More »New decade, fresh hope
The previous year may have been a tumultuous one for the travel and tourism sector across its many segments, from aviation to hospitality and from technology to allied services, but the present one seems absolutely promising. We wish the trade the very best for the new decade! Siddhanta Sharma, President …
Read More »New members & chapters
Last year, trade associations took up a number of initiatives, including educating members on trends & technology and organising conventions for knowledge sharing. They now look forward to a more progressive 2020 with new members and chapters they’ve added. Subhash Goyal, Secretary General, FAITH For FAITH, 2019 has been a …
Read More »Technology helps ‘Innowayt’
With a vision to create a platform that promotes both knowledge sharing and networking, the Thought Leadership Meet united associations, trade and technology partners to deliberate on ways to grow business. Manas Dwivedi Discussing ways and means to grow their travel business, the leader- ship meet brought together representatives of …
Read More »Jyoti Mayal is TAAI Prez
After much anticipation, the results for TAAI elections are out! Jyoti Mayal from New Airways Travels (Delhi) has been elected as the new President of the association for the term 2019-21. Hazel Jain Jyoti Mayal has been elected as the President of Travel Agents Association of India (TAAI) for the …
Read More »TAAI sharpens IATA focus
With executive education being a priority for TAAI, the association is taking its trainings right to the agents’ door. It is also strengthening its focus on IATA, its ‘GoLite’ agent model being a key driving force. TT Bureau Training and education have been at the forefront of TAAI’s (Travel Agents …
Read More »Is joint bank guarantee viable?
Travel agents have floated the idea of a joint bank guarantee, taken by travel associations, for an extended credit line in the hospitality sector. Is the proposition a win-win for agents and hoteliers alike? Pradip Lulla, Acting President and Vice President, TAFI All travel agents don’t have volumes in the …
Read More »India made affordable for all
A reduced e-Tourist Visa fee, a lower GST rate for hotels and the annual India Tourism Mart are helping create an ideal environment for the growth of the industry. The true impact, however, is yet to be seen. Prahlad Singh Patel, Minister of State (I/C), Tourism and Culture, Government of …
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