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The United States Commercial Service partnered with Discover Destinations to organise a tourism networking event in New Delhi recently. The event brought together important players in the US tourism industry and representatives from the Indian travel trade. Janice Alyosius The United States Commercial Service, the trade promotion arm of the …

The Travel Agents Federation of India (TAFI) has launched a nationwide consumer campaign to create awareness about the benefits of booking through a qualified and authorized travel agent. The campaign, called ‘Without a Travel Agent, You’re on Your Own’, emphasizes on the importance of using an authorised travel professional. Hazel …

New Delhi: After the long wait, Ovolo Hotels is excited to announce the complete launch of MAMAKA by Ovolo, the first urban resort in Bali which brings good vibrations back to the Kuta-Legian area; this marks the first Ovolo property in Indonesia and the first outside of Hong Kong and …

New Delhi: Cross Hotels & Resorts, a trailblazing force in the hospitality market, has unveiled its latest triumph, an exciting hotel management agreement with PT. Grha Swahita (BIP Group) that will see Cross Paasha Bali Seminyak become part of an exclusive portfolio on 1st January 2024. Nestled at the heart …

New Delhi: The Sultanate of Oman’s Ministry of Heritage and Tourism organized a successful three-city sales mission in November, demonstrating its dedication to promoting travel and fortifying relationships. The Sales Mission, hosted by Oman Tourism, unfolded across the cities of Chandigarh, Bengaluru, and Chennai. Commencing with an engaging event in …

Visa issues are affecting inbound tourism to Spain from India. José María Ridao, Ambassador, Embassy of Spain, New Delhi, says they are awaiting the Indian ministry’s approval to open a new consulate general in Bengaluru. Sara Haque Spain is one of the most popular Schengen destinations for Indian tourists. With …

Maria Helena de Senna Fernandes, Director, Macao Government Tourism Office, highlights significance of Indian outbound travel market and discusses Macao’s offerings, including M!CE facilities and luxury experiences. She emphasises on Macao’s potential for M!CE and invites luxury travellers to experience its hotels and unique offerings. Janice Alyosius Maria Helena de …

Making a humble beginning 23 years ago, Erco Travels’ clientele has grown to over 8,000 international guest base annually. The extensive experience of the TMC adds to the quality, style and exclusivity of all services that it offers. Suhani Sood Erco Travels is a leading inbound Travel Management Company (TMC) …

Dinesh Rai, General Manager, Crowne Plaza Kochi, in an exclusive interview with TRAVTALK, shares knowledge about the use of technological advancements in wedding and M!CE sectors, scope of development in both the sectors, and how technology makes execution and planning of events in the industries different. TT Bureau In a …

R Arjun, Managing Director, West Bengal Tourism Development Corporation reveals how the state has developed 65 new packages to glorify attractions and is doubling up religious tourism to attract tourists with different interests. Suhani Sood With an aim to make West Bengal a preferred tourist and investment destinations, the state …