Sabina Chopra, Managing Director, RCI India, attributes the changing dynamics of the Indian travel space to the consistently growing middle class and increasing disposable income. Gone are the days when planning and booking a holiday was strictly the work of a travel agent, when fixed itineraries and sightseeing were considered …
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Praveen Chugh has been re-elected unopposed as the President of Travel Agents Federation of India (TAFI) for the term 2018-20. TT Bureau Electing its new Managing Committee for the 2018-20 term, TAFI has chosen Praveen Chugh of Business Travels as the President unopposed. Pradip Lulla from Cupid Travels & Tours is …
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While the outbound tour industry is still trying to cope with the fall in rupee against the dollar, the inbound operators are making sure that they make hay while the sun shines. Hotel rates may be an issue, but agents are optimistic. TT Bureau Rajiv Mehra, Vice President, IATO The …
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KJ Alphons, Minister of State (I/C), Tourism, believes that India has something on offer for every kind of traveller. The country now aims to double its arrival figures to 20 million in the next three years with myriad initiatives. Nisha Verma KJ Alphons Minister of State (Independent Charge), Tourism, informs …
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At the recently-concluded PATA Travel Mart in Langkawi, Malaysia, Mario Hardy, Chief Executive Officer, PATA, spoke with TravTalk about the mart and the latest undertakings by the association. Tripti Mehta from Langkawi PATA Travel Mart 2018, considered to be one of the biggest tourism platforms in Asia Pacific, was a …
Read More »With the app economy gaining prominence and hotels increasingly encouraging consumers to have direct transactions, the role of mobile in hotel bookings is expected to increase. As per a study by KPMG-Facebook, 9 out of 10 bookings in the hotel category are expected to be mobile-influenced by 2022. The findings …
Read More »The majority of India’s inbound tourists (60.6 per cent) are from long haul source markets, that is, greater than six hours’ flights, according to a latest report by CAPA India research and analysis. Share of long, medium and short-haul source markets in total FTAs – India vs competitors’ average vs …
Read More »Mishappenings can occur anytime, anywhere. Nonetheless, you need not worry as TrawellTag Cover-More is always available to help you with its medical assistance and travel insurance. Travel well! TT Bureau While basking in the joy of meeting their loved ones abroad, people often tend to overlook the safety of a …
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As per industry projections, Champagne consumption will increase by more than 70% in the next three years, making the region a perfect destination for Indians. TT Bureau Champagne is a wine region within the historical province of Champagne in the northeast of France and is easily accessible from Paris and …
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H Deniz Ersöz, Culture & Tourism Counsellor, Turkish Culture and Tourism Office in India, feels that India’s tourism potential is growing and its tourist traffic to Turkey is poised for great growth. Inder Raj Ahluwalia Q. What are Turkey Tourism’s plans to promote the country in India? Recognising India’s tourism …
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