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Building on the sustained success of Atlantis The Palm in India, Atlantis Resorts Dubai is setting its sights on captivating the market once again with its newest luxury venture, Atlantis The Royal. The hospitality giant is doubling down on its commitment to the region, positioning its newest architectural marvel for …

The tourism industry is a compliance-heavy sector. While some see this as a burden, others view it as a growth driver. Beyond making it a level-playing field, it can protect consumers – particularly in light of increasing AI data breaches and cyberattacks – offer significant business advantages and build trust …

From expanding NDC integrations to introducing AI-powered automation tools, ITQ and Travelport are empowering 6,500+ travel agents across India with smarter, faster and more connected solutions—bridging the gap between traditional systems and the future of global travel. ITQ’s leadership remains committed to blending innovation with reliability. Surbhi Sharma In the …

GRNconnect showcases its renewed digital vision and strategic direction at Arabian Travel Market 2025, drawing attention with the relaunch of its busineses-to-business portal and a strong focus on innovation. With deeper global collaborations and plans to integrate Artificial Intelligence, the company signals its readiness to lead the next wave of …

Loyalty programmes are not what they used to be. The cookie-cutter format is fast replacing a more personalised and tailor-made rewards programme – both for travellers as well as agents. Done right, these programmes can not only bring in more business but can actually retain customers – something that they …

No Footprints reimagines travel through hyper-local storytelling, bringing community-based stories to life which are as appealing to inbound tourists as they are to Indians. Harshvardhan Tanwar, Co-Founder, No Footprints, shares how travel is not about places anymore—it’s about perspectives, and they are here to change how travellers see India. Hazel …

Yummi Talwar, COO – South Asia, VFS Global, highlights the role of travel agents in India’s travel ecosystem, noting that they frequently serve as the first point of contact for travellers seeking visa-related guidance. Recognising their contribution, VFS Global recently conducted a six-city roadshow in India, aimed at deepening engagement …

TIA is redefining India’s tourism industry through unity, innovations and strategic partnerships. With over 400 members across 80 cities, it is focused on the growth of tourism while championing collaborations across industry verticals. As the industry rebounds post-pandemic, the alliance aims to foster holistic, sustainable and inclusive growth for all …

RezLive is expanding its offerings to the Indian travel trade. With the addition of travel insurance and train booking services, plus advanced tools like AI-powered SmartMatch, the company aims to simplify travel planning and unlock revenue streams, making it a more powerful one-stop solution for travel professionals. Surbhi Sharma Catering …