New Delhi: Indian visitors travelling to Sultanate of Oman increased to a record 63,492 in April 2023, according to Oman Ministry of Heritage and Tourism. The Ministry said the Indian tourist flow to the Sultanate has been highest in the past 15 years. In January 2023, the Ministry stated, the …
Read More »Competing for global visitor
New Zealand, a niche tourism destination, is working hard to provide a great visitor experience and sustainably develop international tourism while creating employment, protecting heritage and replenishing nature. TT Bureau In an incredibly competitive market, New Zealand is working hard to find ways to stand out from the crowd. They …
Read More »‘Choice for intimate celebrations’
Rajat Gera, Director of Sales & Marketing, Six Senses Fort Barwara, believes that the property, which played host to big celebrity weddings in the very first year of its opening, is getting popular not only through word of mouth, but also by making sure that the guests get a personalised …
Read More »‘Aim to hit 1 mn mark this decade’
Tourism Australia’s ambitious goal of hitting the one million arrival mark from India could just as well be achieved before deadline, as more and more agents sell Australia and its Signature Experiences that immerse the traveller and lure them to stay back longer. Hazel Jain India is now number four …
Read More »Adding sports to MICE experience
The Indian sports tourism market is a booming subsegment and offers substantial possibilities for experiential tourism, corporate, and MICE travel. Amit Vyas, Head – MICE & Sports Travel, DreamSetGo, highlights some exceptional sports-related experiences that the company offers. Hazel Jain What are some of the MICE/ MISE trends that you …
Read More »One ticket, multiple options
Switzerland Tourism is promoting the Swiss Travel System as a convenient and sustainable way to explore the country, which can be accessed with one ticket. The Swiss Travel Pass enables visitors to explore Switzerland seamlessly by train, bus or boat, says Misha Gambetta, Director India, Switzerland Tourism. Hazel Jain What …
Read More »India priority for Celebrity Cruises
Tim Jones, VP & MD for Asia Pacific, Celebrity Cruises, says that they have a two-fold plan to attract Indian passengers, which includes boosting their numbers from India and promoting India’s culture & heritage to the world. Two of its ships – Celebrity Millennium and Celebrity Edge, are set to …
Read More »Bid adieu to travel shopping woes
Travelling requires a lot of planning, and buying a travel plan is one of the complex jobs one has to do. Can travel shopping be as simplified as shopping for clothes? With the right choices provided to the travellers, it just might be possible, says Sandeep Dwivedi, COO, InterGlobe Technology …
Read More »Paris 2024 promises unique offers
In order to create a spectacular sports and tourism experience, 90 per cent of sports at Paris 2024 Summer Olympics are being planned with hospitality offers, for the first time ever. The experience will feature French art de vivre, gastronomy, culture, art, sport, and innovation, which will be a part …
Read More »Combining modernity with tradition
From captivating Corniche to gastronomic pleasures and bustling ambience of Souq Waqif, Qatar provides one-of-a-kind experience where the past and present exist together. While Lusail City represents the country’s future vision, the museums and cultural attractions celebrate the nation’s rich heritage while embracing modern innovations. Janice Alyosius Few countries can …
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