In-the-Issue

Inspite of few flagging bookings, the unanimous opinion is that 2022 will be a jackpot for the wedding industry, not just for domestic destinations but with families venturing into international locations as well. Hazel Jain The great Indian wedding – a once-in-a-lifetime event for many – has seen a tumultuous …

Because of its efficient policy implementation process, in past two to three years, Gujarat inspite of COVID-19, has received 40 to 50 per cent of the FDI that came to India. Janice Alyosius The Indian Association of Tour Operators’ (IATO) hosted a luncheon meeting recently with Hareet Shukla, Secretary, Gujarat …

H.E. Ali Hassan Al Shaiba, Executive Director of Tourism and Marketing at Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi, deliberates on how they are preparing to welcome Indian tourists, as Abu Dhabi opens its doors to global travellers. Nisha Verma The Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi …

The IMWF 2021 to be held for the fifth time in Antalya, Turkey, between November 18 and 22, 2021, with representatives from airlines, hotels, and suppliers, in international meetings, incentive trips, conferences, congresses, events, and destination weddings. At the IMWF in Antalya, the Sector’s Stars will gather. IMWF, the only …

It all boils down what India’s priority is? Is it to build a stronger domestic push, or, new international inbound development? The key to have holistic tourism development is to have an integrated strategy. Gavin Eccles, Managing Partner, GE Consulting & Advisory. Hazel Jain There is a direct co-relation between …

Rivers in India comprise a total area of 329 million hectares. They are significant in terms of culture, history, religion, and geography. India has long been known as the “Land of the Rivers.” It is a country where rivers and other bodies of water are revered as gods or goddesses. …

The safety and security of associates and guests is a top priority during this unprecedented pandemic. ITC Hotels launched the ‘WeAssure’ initiative, which demonstrates a dedication to health, hygiene, and a safe environment, as indicated by National Accredition Board for Hospitals and Healthcare Providers (NABH) accreditation. Janice Alyosius Due to …

While technology has had a transforming impact on tourism, its uptake will vary across different operators. The large and financially enterprises are rapidly adopting and leveraging the benefits of technology, and the traditional micro and small businesses are yet to adapt to the change. Nikitesh Joshi, Delivery Director, ATCS India, …

Backed by substantial funding, travel technology start-up Tourwiz is not only looking at offering agencies complete back-end support with their SaaS-based products, but also aims at building an online marketplace for the trade on its platform by taking care of their back office requirements. Hazel Jain TourWiz provides travel professionals …

With the growing travel trend in India, Thomas Cook observes 60 per cent increase in leisure travel bookings, with Delhi being their best performing market in the country. Janice Alyosius A combination of shutdown fatigue, borders re-opening and vaccine approvals have sparked, India’s interest to travel. As compared to September …