Kolkata is yet to see a direct international flight to Europe. It’s high time the government and aviation stakeholders devise a plan to bring the City of Joy on the international aviation map. Surbhi Sharma Kolkata, the northeastern city of India known for its history, cuisine and Durga Puja celebrations, …

The Visa Section of the Italian Embassy in Mumbai seems to have taken a step in the right direction. TRAVTALK speaks to a few agents in Mumbai and Delhi to find out the ground situation. TT Bureau Many a time, agents are forced to suggest a different European destination to …

Amitabh Kant, G20 Sherpa, India, unveils a vision for India’s economic future at the launch of 7th edition of the WTTCII-Hotelivate State Ranking Survey 2024 in New Delhi recently. Janice Alyosius Addressing participants at the awards ceremony of the 7th edition of the WTTCII-Hotelivate State Ranking Survey 2024, Amitabh Kant, …

In the age of familiarisation trips, agent reconnaissance seems to be a lost art. Or is it? We speak to key operators who continue to invest in product by exploring new destinations by themselves. Hazel Jain Given the premium nature of services that the travel agents and tour operators provide, …

Amitabh Kant, G20 Sherpa, India, claims that with its unique offerings and transformational change at a population scale would make India a brand for sustainable tourism in coming years. Nisha Verma At the recent Travel For LiFE: Tourism Sustainability Summit 2024, Amitabh Kant, G20 Sherpa, India, speaking as the Chief …

Manisha Saxena, Director General, Tourism, Government of India, puts emphasis on diversified tourism in the country. Micro-level planning, targeted marketing beyond conventional destinations, and synergy between business and leisure travel are key to tourism growth, she says. Janice Alyosius India has immense potential to attract inbound tourism with its diverse …

Amitabh Kant, G20 Sherpa, India, puts emphasis on the need to make politicians aware about the employment generation power of the tourism and hospitality sector in India. TT Bureau Amitabh Kant, G20 Sherpa, India, urged the Indian hospitality and tourism industry to highlight its employment-generating potential to politicians and make …

Manisha Saxena, Director General, Tourism, Government of India, emphasizes on the need for a holistic approach to the country’s tourism growth, integrating domestic and overseas promotion, infrastructure development, sanitation, skill development, and collaboration with state governments. Janice Alyosius The tourism sector in India sees a surge in domestic and inbound …

The tourism surge in Ayodhya, which has rich historical and cultural significance, is not just driven by religious sentiment but also by curiosity, says Prateek Hira, Chairman, IATO–UP Chapter. Janice Alyosius Ayodhya, the holy city situated on the banks of Sarayu river in Uttar Pradesh, is experiencing an unprecedented surge …

PATA India Chapter has been elected to its board and will represent 28 chapters around the world. Also, the 47th edition of the PATA Travel Mart 2024 will be held in Bangkok, Thailand between 27-29 August. TT Bureau The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) has elected PATA India Chapter to …