Ellenborough Park hotel & spa, a 15th century manor-turned-luxury hotel in the Cotswolds, is ready to court India with offers, personalisation and experiences fit for multigenerational families. Director of Sales and Marketing Nadine Linington says the Indian market is new but already showing strong summer demand. Ellenborough Park, a 1485 …

The hotel distribution space is crowded, clunky and far too slow for the scale at which Indian agencies now operate. ZentrumHub steps into that gap with a single API that pulls inventory from more than a hundred suppliers, sorts it through AI, and delivers results in under a second. It …

South Africa is stepping up its India push with a new e-visa system and a dedicated visa desk for the 2027 Cricket World Cup. Alongside fresh attractions and wider aviation talks, the aim is to make travel faster, easier and far more appealing for Indians. South Africa has entered a …

Big Bus Tours and MakeMyTrip have launched a strategic global collaboration in London, marking a major step in Big Bus’s India growth story. The alliance was unveiled with three London buses wrapped in MakeMyTrip’s signature livery. The activation celebrates MakeMyTrip’s 25th anniversary while reinforcing the importance of the Indian traveller …

In a first for Indian travellers, MakeMyTrip has partnered with Air India Express to launch direct charter flights and exclusive holiday packages to Phu Quoc, Vietnam; a destination long admired but rarely accessible. Starting 9 December 2025, this collaboration will give Indian agents and operators a new, high-demand product just …

The B2B technology landscape is evolving rapidly, with hyper-automation and deep personalization becoming non-negotiable for businesses, says Sanjay Ghare, CEO of Vervotech. In an insightful discussion, he highlights how companies now demand more than just efficiency—they seek partners who can future-proof their operations with tailored solutions. He also underscores India’s …

Air India’s direct flight between New Delhi and Manila is set to transform travel and tourism between India and the Philippines. Combined with the Philippines’ 14-day visa-free entry for Indians, the move signals renewed momentum for leisure, business, and cultural exchange. Janice Alyosius The direct air connectivity between New Delhi …

Rayna DMC’s 2025 roadshows across nine Indian cities brought travel agents and tour operators face-to-face with global exhibitors. The events strengthened trade tie-ups, showcased new offerings, and sparked strong interest in flexible departures. Janice Alyosius Rayna DMC has reinforced its presence in the Indian travel trade through a series of …

An IATO delegation, led by Ravi Gosain, the National President, recently met with the Maharashtra Chapter members in Mumbai. The interactive session focused on key issues, such as the availability of tourist guides and rising hotel costs, while also outlining IATO’s forward-looking plans, including a comprehensive AI training programme. Hazel …

Mélange 2025, organised by the Mumbai Travel Fraternity, has been hailed as a monumental success. Not only did it draw participants from six continents, it gave birth to a sustainable model for trade exhibitions in the country with its innovative and standardised plug ’n play floor plan. The team now …