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Sopa Lodges’ growth strategy includes expansion and strengthening of its market presence in India with the help of its India representative – Global Destinations. Rosemary Muthoni, Director of Sales, Sopa Lodges, speaks exclusively with TRAVTALK. Hazel Jain Sopa Lodges, a leading mid-range hotel chain in East Africa, is intensifying its …

Since stepping into her role as Director of Spain’s Tourism Office in India in September 2024, Elena Orland has championed a dynamic strategy to deepen Spain’s connection with India. Elena’s focus is now on diversifying India’s travel palette and promoting lesser-known regions like Extremadura and Navarra. Hazel Jain Elena Orland, …

Brent Hill, Chief Executive Officer, Tourism Fiji, shares updates on Fiji, the new Loloma Hour sustainability programme and meaningful travel experiences that will take centre stage in 2025. Hazel Jain Fiji has been steadily engaging with the Indian market. How significant is India for Tourism Fiji’s growth strategy? Absolutely, India …

India’s tourism sector is booming, yet critical challenges persist. Despite contributing 11% to the GDP, the industry struggles with basic amenities like clean toilets and high inter-state taxes. Pandian Kumaravel, MD, Cholan Tours, says that redressal of the issues can unlock India’s full tourism potential. Surbhi Sharma India’s tourism sector …

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, …

Cross Hotels & Resorts sets its sights firmly on India with a dedicated three-city Sales Mission, aimed at expanding its brand presence in the country and engaging the travel trade partners. Creating tailored experiences for Indian travellers, the hotel group is tapping into India’s booming outbound travel market through strategic …

Network of Indian MICE Agents unveiled its new executive team, with an aim to steer its next phase of growth, on its 10th anniversary. Led by Nitin Mittal, the newly-elected National Coordinator, the association, including representation from tier III cities, underscores its commitment to inclusivity and drive growth of the …

GRNconnect has launched an upgraded platform to improve the way agents make travel bookings. GRNconnect 2.0 introduces a seamless, intuitive and data-driven approach, ensuring smarter tools, streamlined processes and enhanced functionalities. Janice Alyosius GRNconnect has taken a significant leap forward with the complete revamp of its platform. The transformation goes …

Markus Tan, Regional Director – India, the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa, Singapore Tourism Board, assured trade partners at its India roadshow that 2025 will be an action-packed year with loads of offers, entertainment and activities. Hazel Jain As India and Singapore celebrate 60 years of diplomatic relations in …

With a focus on sustainable tourism, enhanced connectivity and visa-free entry for Indians, Tourism Malaysia has launched the Visit Malaysia Year 2026 campaign. Janice Alyosius Tourism Malaysia introduced the Visit Malaysia Year 2026 (VM2026) campaign at an exclusive Malaysia Networking Dinner at Hotel Pullman, Aerocity, in New Delhi recently. The …