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Bleisure, a portmanteau of business and leisure travel, is an increasingly popular trend catching up fast amongst business travellers. Tourism industry stakeholders elaborate on the dynamics and trends under this new emerging segment of travel. After completing business meetings or attending seminars, a phenomenon is being observed where travellers are …
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Indonesian DMC looks @ India
Diorama Travel Management (DTM) finds the potential in India formidable and its mission is to push destinations other than Bali with an enticing proposition for Indian agents. HAZEL JAIN FROM INDONESIA Bali-based wholesaling inbound tour operator – Diorama Travel Management (DTM) – believes it can offer the India market a …
Read More »MTDC to strengthen student exchange programs with Japan
Jayakumar Jitendrasinh Rawal, Tourism Minister, Government of Maharashtra, promises to encourage and strengthen student exchange programs between India and Japan. During his tour to the Wakayama Prefecture in Japan, Rawal stated, “We are honoured to be invited by the Mayor of Tanabe City. Our discussion with the Mayor focused on …
Read More »J&K Tourism spreads word on safety
Reeling from a bad season that was close to naught, Jammu & Kashmir Tourism is determined to make 2017 better with an aggressive campaign on the safety and security measures in the state. HAZEL JAIN After a really slow ending to 2016 for tourism in Jammu & Kashmir, the state …
Read More »Indian travellers revel at global festivals
Whether it’s Oktoberfest in Munich, Dubai Shopping Festival, La Tomatina in Buñol (Spain), or Tomorrowland, Indian travellers are experiencing it all. While there is no exact number of Indians travelling abroad to be a part of this jamboree, the travel industry points out an increase in demand among Indians for …
Read More »Tailor-made meetings @CIS
With huge banqueting and conference spaces, Country Inn & Suites by Carlson, Mysore claims to be the most sought-after MICE destination in the city. Through its elaborate conference, banqueting and meeting facilities, Country Inn & Suites by Carlson, Mysore caters to both business and leisure travellers. The hotel’s General Manager …
Read More »Preparing for the future of travel
The tourism and hospitality industry is changing at an exponential rate. The new products being added everyday and the ever-evolving technology has put travel agents at the precipice of evolution. Ashwini Kakkar, Past President, TAAI, outlines various changes in the industry and suggests the way forward. Aviation According to Kakkar, …
Read More »Focus on tech in 2017
Regal International Hotels and Akquasun organised a three-city joint roadshow to clarify the pre-registration procedure for Indians travelling to Hong Kong. The three-city networking event was held in New Delhi, Bengaluru and Mumbai. Christoph Szymanski, Group Director of Project and General Manager, Regal Oriental Hotel, defined the event as an …
Read More »Expansion plans in the North
Koti Resorts is set to all set to open new properties in the North Indian states of Punjab, Uttarakhand and Himachal Pradesh. Just 30 min northeast of Shimla on Naldehra Golf course road, Koti Resort is a luxury property built on a knoll, offering spectacular views of Himalayan ranges and …
Read More »Of Scottish culture, castles and scotch
VisitScotland’s 10 tourism partners met with key buyers from India at their five-city sales mission to grow the tourism market in the country currently worth £12 million. The Scottish tourism trade showcased the castles, music, culture, stone circles, scotch and many other things the country is famous for. VisitScotland recently …
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