Religious tourism in India is witnessing a remarkable surge, with travellers — especially seniors and families — opting for visits to sacred destinations. From air travel to specialised pilgrimage packages, the sector is evolving to cater to devotees who are often high-spending travellers, proving that faith and comfort can go …

From beach yoga sessions in Mahabalipuram to storytelling dinners in Madurai, India’s MICE landscape is evolving fast — with local flavour, seamless e-visa access and immersive cultural experiences redefining business events. Today’s MICE clients seek more than venues — they want experiential journeys. Despite infrastructure gaps, strategic investments and digital …

More than 200 delegates from India attended the Outbound Tour Operators Association of India’s (OTOAI’s) 6th Annual Convention, organised at the Carlton Hotel in Moscow, Russia. The four-day convention witnessed B2B meetings between the delegates and local partners. It gave the visitors a glimpse into the offerings of Moscow and …

Cruise lines are realising that the future is the younger generation. Millennials and Gen Z – and even Gen Alpha – are becoming consumer targets for the cruise industry. Will the industry be able to enthuse them enough to start planning a cruise holiday soon? Hazel Jain Today’s young travellers, …

Many aviation industry players say there has been a ‘slight increase’ in booking cancellations, but it is only a matter of time before things return to normal. The ticket cancellations were mostly due to concerns over operational reliability and delays, and clients with tight connections or important schedules have been …

With only six GSTC-certified hotels in India compared to over 2,000 globally, the Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC) is urging Indian hoteliers to embrace certification not just as an ethical move, but a strategic business advantage. Hotels need to start their sustainability journey voluntarily, says CB Ramkumar, Vice Chair, Global …

Ajeet Bajaj, President, ATOAI, emphasising on India’s goal to rank among the world’s top 10 adventure tourism destinations by 2034, sheds light on the association’s initiatives. With safety, sustainability and mega-trails at its core, ATOAI plans to launch Responsible Adventure Tourism Awards and RATG course this year, he informs. Surbhi …

With India emerging as the fourth-largest economy globally, its travel and tourism sector is poised to become a key economic driver. Julia Simpson, President & CEO, WTTC, outlines how India’s infrastructure growth can shape the industry’s future. Janice Alyosius For India to fully capitalise on its tourism growth momentum, infrastructure …

As crises threaten travel plans, India’s tourism associations are stepping up like never before. Their swift actions and united voice are proving critical in shielding the industry’s players. Surbhi Sharma In an industry as dynamic and sensitive as tourism, sudden disruptions—from geopolitical conflicts to natural disasters—can send ripples of uncertainty …

After the recent India-Pakistan conflict and subsequent dip in travel to Turkey and Azerbaijan, Indians are shifting their summer travel plans and opting for destinations that offer cultural depth, affordability and political neutrality. Surbhi Sharma In the wake of recent India-Pakistan conflict and subsequent shift in sentiments, Indian travellers are …