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VFS Global is transforming the visa application landscape with its focus on technology and collaboration. Yummi Talwar, Chief Operating Officer for South Asia, VFS Global, shares insights on rising outbound travel demand, digital innovations, and how the company is working with agents to streamline the visa process for Indian travellers. …

Some indian buyers, who recently visited Türkiye to gain a deeper understanding of its diverse cultural experiences, luxurious accommodations, and warm hospitality, express renewed excitement to sell the destination. TRAVTALK speaks to a few key Indian buyers and Turkish sellers to find out if they think India is a good …

Odisha offers an incredible blend of culture, history, and natural beauty, leaving a lasting impression on the traveller. From stunning temples to golden beaches and vibrant festivals, this state is fast becoming one of India’s most promising tourism hotspots. Nisha Verma from Odisha With a recent `812 crore budget allocation …

Vishal Suri, MD, SOTC Travel, speaking at the 2nd edition of ITB India, highlighted India’s rapidly evolving travel landscape, including its domestic travel. He paints a vivid picture of how the country’s travel sector is poised for expansion, underpinned by strong domestic demand, a youthful population, and a developing infrastructure. …

A new mix of travellers are showing a propensity to spend more specially on hyper-personalised travel, says Hari Ganapathy, Co-Founder, PickYourTrail, a Chennai-based travel technology start-up. The young entrepreneur also highlights trends that revolve around travelling for specific events, whether it is sports or music. Hazel Jain Chennai-based travel technology …

One out of four flights gets delayed globally for more than 15 minutes, reveals data. To combat this inconvenience for the traveller, Collinson International has launched Smart Delay that offers lounge experience in the event of a flight delay. Hazel Jain Collinson International recently at ITB India showcased its new …

New Delhi: The Dhofar Governorate in the Sultanate of Oman is currently experiencing a significant boom in tourism, with visitor numbers surpassing one million during the ongoing Khareef season, a notable 9% increase from the previous year. As part of this surge, Dhofar is gearing up to host the World …

New Delhi: Join Chef Nu as he takes you on a journey from bartender to chef, blending Thai and Western techniques to craft sustainable, delicious dishes. Discover his passion for selecting the freshest local seafood and seasonal produce, ensuring every dish is a celebration of flavor and sustainability. “From Bartender …

Indonesia’s Bintan Resorts has partnered with VFS Global with an aim to enhance the visibility and appeal of Bintan Island among Indians. GB Srithar, Head of Tourism Services at VFS Global, shares an outline of the strategy. Hazel Jain Leveraging VFS Global’s extensive network across India in all major and …

The Southern India Hotel and Restaurant Association (SIHRA), winner of the ‘Most Promising Regional Association’ award at the India Travel Awards this year, is all set to launch the Tamil Nadu Travel Expo (TTE) in Madurai from 20 to 22 September. Surbhi Sharma The Southern India Hotel and Restaurant Association …