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SanJeet, Director, DDP Publications, becomes the first Indian to be conferred with the ‘PATA Award of Merit’ at the PATA Annual Summit 2025, held recently in İstanbul, Türkiye. TT Bureau The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) honoured two distinguished leaders in the Asia Pacific travel and tourism industry during the …

Tourism Sustainability Summit 2025 brought together global hospitality leaders and stakeholders in New Delhi recently, reinforcing sustainability in tourism as a key driver for long-term economic growth. Industry experts explored strategies to balance economic growth with green finance, emphasising on sustainable infra and community-driven tourism initiatives. Lipla Negi A collaborative …

TAAI celebrated International Women’s Day with the ‘Women of Wonder Awards 2025’, felicitating 75 women leaders from travel, hospitality and aviation sectors. Underscoring its commitment to empowering women, the association aims to double its membership, as it approaches its 75th anniversary next year. Surbhi Sharma Commemorating the International Women’s Day, …

IATO pushes for tourism circuits, urging the government to kickstart implementation. ‘Even if just 10 circuits attract strong tourist footfall, it would be a game changer,’ says Rajeev Mehra, President, IATO. Amita Pandey The Indian Association of Tour Operators (IATO) recently hosted its Annual Day (Carnival) at Karma Lakelands, Manesar …

With TAAI completing 75 years in 2026, the association officially kicked off its year-long celebrations recently in New Delhi with the unveiling of a commemorative logo. The event, attended by prominent figures like Union Tourism Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat and G20 Sherpa Amitabh Kant, highlighted TAAI’s legacy. Surbhi Sharma As …

As global travel evolves, there is a growing liking for unique, less crowded destinations. Whether it is leisure or MICE, the emerging trends are reshaping how we explore the world. Markus Tan, Regional Director, STB, India, Middle East, South Asia and Africa Indian travellers have evolved, with changing preferences that …

The Travel Agents Federation of India (TAFI) recently held its annual convention in the Ninh Binh province of Vietnam. The convention, attended by around 385 delegates, offered its members an opportunity to discover an unexplored region of Vietnam, as well as get insights from experts on pertinent issues affecting the …

The Indian Association of Tour Operators (IATO) is geared up for its convention in August and the upcoming elections in April-May. In its bid to strengthen itself on a pan India basis, the association has special focus on increasing its membership, for which it has also reduced fees in many …

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 …

TAFI, set for its Vietnam convention from 17-20 January under the theme, ‘Tourism for Tomorrow, Protecting the Planet’, aims to promote eco-friendly travel via its members. Hazel Jain The Travel Agents Federation of India (TAFI) is spearheading a movement towards environmentally responsible tourism with its convention theme, ‘Tourism for Tomorrow, …