After not being able to get a specific stimulus package for tourism, FAITH and its member associations have reached out to parliamentarians, asking them why tourism was not  part of the government’s relief package. Nisha Verma Federation of Associations in Indian Tourism & Hospitality (FAITH), along with the its member …

Sri Lanka Tourism’s first Virtual Summit that was conducted in association with Spiceland Holidays and supported by OneWorld on 22 June, 2020 received more than 7,000 registrations. Though its plans for the India market this year couldn’t quite pick up pace amid the COVID-19 pandemic, it hopes to now resume …

Ministry of Tourism has claimed that with the inclusion of the service sector in the MSME definition, the tourism industry can avail the benefits that have been announced in the Atmanirbhar Bharat package. However, the industry’s reactions are quite varied on this. Here’s how… EM Najeeb, Senior Vice President, IATO …

In a no-holds-barred interview, Sir Tim Clark, President of 35-year-old Emirates Airlines, shares an update on the airline and his views on the industry. He also talks about the burning topic of the day for aviation – keeping the middle seat empty. Hazel Jain Q How is Emirates coping with …

As the world recovers from the impact of COVID-19, travel companies are incorporating several measures to ensure the traveller’s health and safety. The Safe Travel Barometer by videc, a boutique advisory and analytics firm focusing on the travel, tourism and hospitality industry, provides a ready guide on checks and protocols …

Rikant Pittie, Co-Founder, EaseMyTrip.com, along with other OTAs, met tourism minister Prahlad Singh Patel and discussed revival measures, including safety & security at hotels and destinations, homestays and guest houses as alternative stay options, reducing the GST, waiving off TCS, and virtual tours to engage out-of-work guides. Nisha Verma Rikant …

If the situation becomes normal, Rajasthan expects to see some tourist movement from Diwali, says Chapter Chairman of Association of Domestic Tour Operators of India (ADTOI), Mahendra Singh. Hazel Jain Raising the hopes of the industry high, Mahendra Singh, Chapter Chairman – Rajasthan, Association of Domestic Tour Operators of India …

Hotels and hospitality brands across the country are constantly engaging with clients, and guests, as they prepare to open for business. From answering queries regarding opening of hotels to their preparedness in combating COVID-19, hotels are making sure that clients and guests feel safe and are confident, before they begin …

Sri Lanka Tourism has announced that it will open for international tourists from August 1, 2020, and has put in place protocols, safety measures and visa regulations for incoming tourists. Nisha Verma Sri Lanka will welcome travellers from across the world starting August 1, 2020, as the country has successfully …

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