Network of Indian MICE Agents unveiled its new executive team, with an aim to steer its next phase of growth, on its 10th anniversary. Led by Nitin Mittal, the newly-elected National Coordinator, the association, including representation from tier III cities, underscores its commitment to inclusivity and drive growth of the …

GRNconnect has launched an upgraded platform to improve the way agents make travel bookings. GRNconnect 2.0 introduces a seamless, intuitive and data-driven approach, ensuring smarter tools, streamlined processes and enhanced functionalities. Janice Alyosius GRNconnect has taken a significant leap forward with the complete revamp of its platform. The transformation goes …

Kerala witnessed more than 2 crore domestic tourists in 2024. The state aims to leverage the tourist offerings in its Northern region with advance infrastructure and new products, such as caravan parks and heli tourism, to further boost the numbers. Sikha Surendran, Director, Kerala Tourism and Managing Director, KTDC shares …

India’s tourism industry is undergoing a transformative phase, with rapid growth in infra, MICE tourism and aviation. Government is taking initiatives to develop new destinations and experiences, says Gajendra Singh Shekhawat, Tourism Minister, GoI. Surbhi Sharma Highlighting the evolving nature of India’s tourism industry and its emerging position as a …

Visa policies are a crucial factor shaping outbound travel, influencing both leisure and MICE tourism. Simplified processes like e-visa or visa-on-arrival attract travellers, while complex or delayed procedures deter them. Shravan Bhalla, Director, High Flyer Visa policies play an important role, as they regulate the entry of passengers into a …

As global travel evolves, there is a growing liking for unique, less crowded destinations. Whether it is leisure or MICE, the emerging trends are reshaping how we explore the world. Markus Tan, Regional Director, STB, India, Middle East, South Asia and Africa Indian travellers have evolved, with changing preferences that …

TAFI, set for its Vietnam convention from 17-20 January under the theme, ‘Tourism for Tomorrow, Protecting the Planet’, aims to promote eco-friendly travel via its members. Hazel Jain The Travel Agents Federation of India (TAFI) is spearheading a movement towards environmentally responsible tourism with its convention theme, ‘Tourism for Tomorrow, …

Tourism industry is keeping its fingers crossed with hopes that the Union Budget 2025 will give some relief in TCS and GST as far as outbound is concerned and help encourage investment within India to bridge the demand-supply gap. Rajiv Mehra, President, IATO We expect the Budget to be in …

As we step into 2025, the global landscape is poised for transformative growth. Against this backdrop, industry is gearing up to tackle emerging challenges and seize opportunities. Rajiv Mehra, President, IATO The IATO expects robust growth in inbound tourism for 2025, driven by improved infrastructure, streamlined visa policies, and increased …

Amitabh Kant, India’s G20 Sherpa, says that India’s tourism sector must prioritise job creation. To drive growth, it needs legislations on destination management, improved infra, and a focus on high-value global tourists. Janice Alyosius The 18th Annual CII Tourism Summit 2024 witnessed a compelling discussion led by Amitabh Kant, India’s …