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International destinations are attracting Indian film production houses not just with rebates, but they are incentivising them to shoot in their country by offering ease of business and easy group visas. Abhijeet Patil, Chairman, Raja Rani Travels & Globe Hoppers, highlights these destinations and their offerings. Hazel Jain The main …

New Delhi: The Ministry of Heritage and Tourism, Sultanate of Oman, in collaboration with the Marriott Group, recently hosted a highly successful promotional trip to Oman. The initiative aimed to highlight Oman’s potential as an ideal destination for Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions (MICE). The country’s strategic positioning as an …

New Delhi: If you find yourself vacationing in the Philippines during December, you’ll discover a nation transformed into a festive wonderland. Embrace the warmth of Filipino hospitality amidst a backdrop of vibrant traditions and have an unforgettable journey filled with festive cheer. Christmas and New Year’s Eve hold profound cultural …

Homa Mistry, CEO, Trail Blazer Tours India, discusses the impact of geopolitical changes on tourism, with a focus on India. He also highlights emerging trends and challenges faced by tour operators. Janice Alyosius The tourism industry is a dynamic sector that is easily impacted by the geopolitical situations and changing …

The Leela Palaces, Hotels and Resorts is among the key international brands that prioritize sustainability. Anuraag Bhatnagar, CEO, The Leela Palaces, Hotels and Resorts, shares the sustainability initiatives taken by the group. Sara Haque & Suhani Sood Sustainability is a buzzword in the hotel industry nowadays. Hotels around the world …

LATAM Airlines is deeply involved in the India market and is making strong efforts to engage with the travel trade here to promote the airline and South America, which is an upcoming destination for Indian travellers. Hazel Jain Eduardo Patta, Sales Manager Asia, LATAM Airlines Group, was in India recently …

Nestled within a 20-acre expanse adjacent to a 2,000-acre reserved forest, Grape County Eco-Resort is a harmonious blend of luxury and nature. Tejas Chavan, Director, Grape County Eco-Resort and Viveda Wellness, shares insights into their sustainability commitment, highlighting the resort’s water conservation efforts benefiting the environment and wildlife. Janice Alyosius …

Nestled in the lap of the Himalayas, Dusit Thani Himalayan Resort Dhulikhel is a captivating property that combines Thai-inspired hospitality with local culture. Opening its doors to customers in July 2023, the resort has tasted success and plans to expand its event facilities to cater to the wedding and M!CE …

In order to grow its network of business-to-business travel agents, Cozmo Travel has been eying the potential that tier II and III cities offer in India. The company has now diversified its focus to include holiday packages, as well as corporate travel, and invites these agents to be part of …

Azerbaijan Airlines brings Mumbai closer to the destination with a direct, three-times-a-week flight from the city into Baku, and beyond to London and other European cities. It is a full services airline operating on 757 with a total seat capacity of 180, which includes 22 business class and 158 economy …