Do you think curating a trip comprising sustainable products is a costly indulgence reserved for a select few? No, says Pavnesh Kumar, Director – Sustainability & Research, Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA). In an interview with TRAVTALK, Kumar explains why sustainable tourism is not a luxury or niche segment but …
Read More »nainsiinghh
Asego celebrates 25 years
Since its inception, Asego has been driven by the mission of not only delivering unparalleled travel assistance and insurance solutions to travellers but also ensuring the mutual growth of agent partners in ancillary business. TT Bureau Team Asego recently celebrated 25 momentous years in the Indian travel trade serving the …
Read More »Fly to Sapporo city through ANA
All Nippon Airways (ANA), positioning itself as a player in strengthening Indo-Japanese tourism ties, promotes Sapporo city as an unexplored travel destination for Indian travellers. Surbhi Sharma All Nippon Airways (ANA), in partnership with Sapporo, a city in Japanese island of Hokkaido, hosted a workshop at Le Meridien in New …
Read More »‘India: A billion £ market by 2026’
India remains a vital market for the UK in terms of visitor numbers. Vishal Bhatia, Country Manager – India, VisitBritain, shares emerging trends and key initiatives the tourism board is taking to further boost the inbound numbers from India. Indian visitors are spending more nights in regions outside London, he …
Read More »Europe visits: Indians not in a hurry
With a growing desire for meaningful and immersive experiences, Indian tourists heading to Europe are looking for destinations that offer cultural connections, relaxation, and unique local experiences. The European market is poised to cater to this demand, thanks to simplified visa processes, and a diverse range of travel options. Janice …
Read More »Bridging the skill gap
The Global Association of Events and Hospitality Professionals (GAEHP) was launched recently in Delhi, with an aim to tackle the industry’s skill gap by providing education and practical training to tourism professionals. Janice Alyosius The tourism and hospitality industry has been struggling with the shortage of well-trained professionals for a …
Read More »STB: Where events make impact
Singapore Tourism Board (STB) recently organised a trade webinar to highlight Singapore’s appeal as Southeast Asia’s leading destination for organising Meetings, Incentives, Conferences and Exhibitions (MICE) TT Bureau India is a major source market for MICE tourism in Singapore, particularly the corporate meetings and the incentive travel segments. MICE visitors …
Read More »‘Oman-India tourism to flourish’
His Excellency Issa Alshibani, Oman’s Ambassador to India, is a man with diverse interests. Among his multiple objectives, he is working hard on promoting tourism to Oman, especially from India. Strong foundation of trust and mutual respect has enabled the relationship between Oman and India to flourish, he says. Inder …
Read More »FITUR to focus on India’s strength
FITUR 2025, to be organised by IFEMA MADRID from 22-26 January 2025, will spotlight India’s growth as a leading outbound tourism market. With an expanding middle class, rising disposable incomes, and diverse travel interests, India is increasingly shaping global tourism trends while looking at boosting its inbound numbers too. TT …
Read More »Biz in India through tier II, III cities
India’s travel industry is on the brink of a transformative era and Travelport is well-equipped to lead the transformation with its international presence and commitment to innovation. With focus on content curation, agility, and customer-centric solutions, the retail platform ensures it remains a trusted partner for the travel ecosystem in …
Read More »