About 250 participants are expected at Tamil Nadu Travel Expo 2024, scheduled in Madurai from 20-22 September this year. The event will showcase hospitality, wellness, and wedding offerings. TT Bureau Tamil Nadu Travel Expo 2024 will be organised at the Grand Madurai by GRT Hotels in Madurai from September 20 …
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‘Trade contributes 60% of our India biz’
In an exclusive interview with TRAVTALK, Kyp Charalambous, Vice President of Sales, Atlantis Dubai, shares the strategies and initiatives driving the resort’s success in the Indian market. Charalambous sheds light on the importance of the Indian market, trade partnerships, and the innovative strategies employed to maintain and enhance their presence. …
Read More »Manta Air pushes for BLR route
Manta Air re-ignites the appeal of Maldives with exclusive prices and bundled packages of accommodation with air tickets for Indian travel agents. The airline’s special travel deals, in convergence with multifarious offerings, aim to increase visitor traffic from India. Amita Pandey With the aim to attract 80 per cent of …
Read More »The agent-airline saga continues
The love-hate relationship between the agent and the airline is never ending. While airlines safeguard their bottom lines, agents feel neglected. Certainly, both parties will have to meet half-way for their mutual benefit. TRAVTALK speaks to key industry players on the issue. Hazel Jain The agent-airline relationship is something that …
Read More »Bangkok all set for PTM 2024
Noor Ahmad Hamid, Chief Executive Officer, Pacific Asia Travel Association, believes that the upcoming 47th edition of PATA Travel Mart in Thailand has the potential to unleash the dormant opportunities in the Asia-Pacific region. This year, 57% of the buyers will be from the leisure segment, adding concrete value propositions …
Read More »1k attendees likely at IATO Convention
The 39th IATO Annual Convention, to be organised in Bhopal, the capital of Madhya Pradesh, promises to showcase the state’s diverse cultural and natural heritage. With an emphasis on promoting lesser-known destinations and revitalising inbound tourism, the convention aims to position Madhya Pradesh prominently on the global tourism map. Janice …
Read More »Biz travel spending over 2019 mark
Driven by economic stability and pent-up demand, global business travel spending is set to hit a record $1.48 tn in 2024, surpassing the 2019 peak of $1.43 tn. Projections suggest spending will exceed $2 tn by 2028, signalling a strong recovery and growth for the sector. Janice Alyosius The global …
Read More »Embrace the “Summer Vibe Staycation” at Cross Paasha Bali Seminyak and Cross Vibe Paasha Atelier Bali Kuta
New Delhi: This summer, escape to the enchanting island of Bali and indulge in the ultimate staycation experience with our exclusive “Summer Vibe Staycation” promotion. Offering a captivating blend of experience, comfort and the vibrant spirit of Bali, this special promotion is available at the sophisticated Cross Paasha Bali Seminyak …
Read More »Oman DownWinder’ a push for sports tourism concludes
New Delhi: The first ‘Oman DownWinder’ event, initiated by the Oman Tourism Development Company (OMRAN Group), came to close at the Ras Al Hadd castle. The event, spanning eight days and covering 500 km across the sea, was part of a strategic push to diversify tourism and bolster Sultanate of …
Read More »Malaysia eyes 1 mn Indians by 2026
Ahmad Johanif Mohd Ali, Director, Tourism Malaysia’s office in New Delhi, in an exclusive interview with TRAVTALK, outlines Malaysia’s efforts to diversify its appeal and enhance connectivity, targeting 1.02 million Indian arrivals by 2026. Janice Alyosius Malaysia is trying to attract more Indian tourists and establish itself as a premier …
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