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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, …

The western India chapter of TAFI wants to create a complete training session for its members where maximum stakeholders are present – the destination, visas, airlines, DMCs and hotels. Hazel Jain Jitul Mehta, Chairman, Western India, Travel Agents Federation of India (TAFI), has said that the aim of the new …

The proposed amendment in Section 206C of the additional tax on remittances made outside India might make outbound tours costlier. The outbound trade fears this would divert customers to OTAs outside India. They explain… Riaz Munshi, President, OTOAI “We are going to write to the government about it and try …

The travel fraternity believes that the sector needs more nurturing from the government to reach its potential, as it hails the recent policy amendments in terms of GST and e-Visa fee. Naveen Kundu, Managing Director, EbixCash Travel & Holidays “Tourism is not a pampered sector just because GST adjustment has …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

The Travel Agents Federation of India (TAFI) recently met at the Statue of Unity in Gujarat to conduct its AGM and discuss key topics, including TAFI Connect, to help it transition into the new year. Hazel Jain The Travel Agents Federation of India (TAFI) conducted its AGM successfully in Gujarat close …