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A ‘Wynn’ing proposition

Abdulla Abdooli, Chief Executive Officer, Marjan – the master developer of freehold properties in Ras Al Khaimah, shares updates on an exciting new project it is currently developing within Al Marjan Island. Hazel Jain Abdulla Abdooli, Chief Executive Officer of Marjan, was recently in India to explore opportunities with investors, …

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Always reinventing offerings: MP

Madhya Pradesh is making sure that it keeps offering new destinations and experiences for tourists, while making sure that private sector finds it easy to invest in tourism infrastructure in the state. Nisha Verma For post-COVID recovery of tourism in Madhya Pradesh, state’s Usha Thakur, Minister of Tourism, Culture and …

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Wedding biz making strong comeback

After two tumultuous years of the pandemic related restrictions and subsided celebrations, the wedding business is poised to make a grander and richer comeback, says Rajeev Jain, Founder & MD, Rashi Entertainment. Lipla Negi Propelled by the ‘revenge buying’ trend, the weddings business is expected to set new benchmarks of …

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Tourism key forex earner for India

According to data reported in India Tourism Statistics 2022, brought out by the Ministry of Tourism, Government of India, in 2021, the top 15 countries from which foreign tourists arrived in India included the USA, the UK, Canada, Nepal, and Australia. TT Bureau Due to restriction related to COVID-19, The …

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‘Gender equality a must in tourism’

Underlining how powerful the industry is, Ajay Prakash, President, Travel Agents Federation Of India (TAFI), talks about bringing gender equality in the field of tourism. The association is also doing its bit to accelerate gender equality in travel industry, alongwith VFS Global. Janice Alyosius “I am satisfied with the convention …

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Homestays promising option

Gyan Bhushan, Economic Advisor, Ministry of Tourism, recently gave a presentation on homestays and how they are linked to skill development, cutting across different segments of tourism and hospitality. Nisha Verma Speaking at the National Conference of State Tourism Ministers, Gyan Bhushan, Economic Advisor, Ministry of Tourism said that about …

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Adventure’s promising future for women

Guneet Puri, founding partner of Bohemian Adventures LLP, feels that being a woman in travel has comforted other women on their trips. She believes that in the next 5-10 years, there will be a significant increase in the number of women entrepreneurs and guides actively involved in the field of …

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Get post-reservation help with Turpal

Turpal is a post-reservation solution for travel professionals to manage their operation and increase per passenger profit, says Farshid Rahimkhani, CEO & Co-founder, Turpal. He shares how the technology will offer tour operators and customers ease in managing a trip after a person reaches the destination. TT Bureau Tour-activity-attraction is …

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Indian visitors perfect for NZ’

Gregg Wafelbakker, General Manager, Asia, Tourism New Zealand, was in India recently to reconnect with the travel trade and discuss how the bias of the Indian visitor for off-peak travel during the New Zealand summer can be encouraged and translated into real numbers. Hazel Jain “There is a strong pent-up …

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Oman: Blend of modernity & tradition

If you have been waiting to experience the delights of the Arabian Nights, visit Oman. Distinctively Arab in its outlook, the country will not only fulfill your fantasies, but you will also come away relishing the entire experience, as tradition and modernity go hand in hand in many aspects of …

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