IHCL is actively expanding its hotel presence in India, with a focus on both new and existing markets. It has recently opened hotels in Jaipur, Jammu, Kolkata and Kerala, and have upcoming openings in Mumbai. The hotel chain has a strong pipeline of 80 hotels, with plans to enter new …
Read More »Agents to airlines: Have discount parity
With airlines offering discounts on their direct booking channels, travel agents are now asking the airlines for discount parity and not just rate parity. Ankit Bajaj, Founder, Chiky Travels, based in Ahmedabad, speaks out after losing a large chunk of clients because of direct discounts offered by airlines. Hazel Jain …
Read More »‘India our No. 1 source market’
Radhey Tawar, Chief Commercial Officer (CCO), Cinnamon Hotels & Resorts, says they are all set woo corporate and leisure travellers with their diverse portfolio in Sri Lanka and eyeing M!CE & wedding business. TT Bureau It has been only a month into his new role as the Chief Commercial Officer …
Read More »Punjab woos tourism investors
The first ever Punjab Travel & Tourism Mart, organised recently in Mohali, aimed to attract investments in the tourism sector and put the state on world tourism map. Bhagwant Mann, Chief Minister, Punjab, was among the dignitaries who attended the inaugural ceremony. Suhani Sood The Punjab Travel & Tourism Mart, …
Read More »50 years of excellence
STIC Travel Group celebrated 50 years of its journey in the industry in New Delhi recently. Dr Karan Singh, Former Minister of Civil Aviation & Tourism, members of the group companies, and industry stalwarts graced the celebration. Suhani Sood STIC Travel Group commemorated five decades of excellence in travel at …
Read More »Kenya to host OTOAI convention
The 5th Annual Convention of OTOAI will be organised at Sarova Stanley, Nairobi, Kenya from 24-27 November 2023. About 200 delegates are expected to attend the flagship event. OTOAI officials said that the destination was chosen with an objective to build a strong bond with Kenya and tap the unexplored …
Read More »46 nations attend PATA meet
Peter Semone, Chair, PATA, emphasises on sustainable tourism principles for India’s growth in the global market and its incredible potential as a source market for inbound tourism. Janice Alyosius Peter Semone, Chair, PATA, praised the Ministry of Tourism, Government of India, for the organisation of PATA Travel Mart 2023, which …
Read More »Agra Bear Rescue Facility illuminates hope for Sloth Bears
The Agra Bear Rescue Facility (ABRF), established in 1999 by Wildlife SOS in collaboration with the Uttar Pradesh Forest Department, stands as a ray of hope for sloth bears in need and serves as an example of responsible eco-tourism. As the largest sloth bear rescue centre in the world, ABRF …
Read More »Cross Hotels & Resorts Applaud Away Chiang Mai Thapae’s Sustainability Efforts
New Delhi: Cross Hotels & Resorts proudly announces the multitude of awards received by Away Chiang Mai Thapae, highlighting its unwavering commitment to sustainability. As an organization with a strong focus on green and sustainable practices, Cross Hotels & Resorts recognizes and commends Away Chiang Mai Thapae for leading the …
Read More »Recognising industry experts
Arabian Travel Awards are set to be held in Dubai on 25 October 2023, and will once again recognise the players making outstanding contribution to the industry’s growth in the Middle East. TT Bureau Arabian Travel Awards is a platform for the Middle East market to appreciate the efforts of …
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