In-the-Issue

Tourism Ministers meet in July

Arvind Singh, Secretary, Tourism, reveals that a national conference of tourism ministers will be organised in July with an aim to promote both domestic and international tourism. Nisha Verma Arvind Singh, Secretary, Ministry of Tourism, speaking at the International Day of Yoga celebrations in Hyderabad, shared that a national conference …

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Discovery Circle eyes Indian market

Discovery Circle Tours appoints TRN Marketing as a representative and consultancy agency with the aim to create lasting relationship with Indian based tour operators by offering them a unique perspective on Jordan. TT Bureau Discovery Circle Tours, a full-service DMC based in Jordan, has appointed TRN Marketing, a division of …

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Fifty shades of green

Many tourism businesses in New Zealand are making positive changes in sustainability. Whether it is carbon neutrality or contributing positively to the environment, these special businesses have conservation at the core. TT Bureau Sustainability and conservation have become increasingly important among travellers these days, with the growth in awareness of …

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MOT’s mega plans for Yoga Day

All three ministers of tourism will be leading the event at major sites across the country on behalf of the ministry on International Yoga Day 2022 on June 21, says Rupinder Brar, Additional Director General (ADG), Ministry of Tourism Nisha Verma Sharing details for International Yoga Day, Rupinder Brar, Additional …

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TourWiz adds two new features

In an effort to constantly upgrade and offer more value to its 1,200 strong subscriber base, TourWiz has recently added two new features – a package builder module and a manual invoicing module – which will help its users ease back-office operations and let them focus more on marketing. Hazel …

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‘We adapt to systems, technology’

Sebastian, Director, Cosima Travel & Trade Links, explains why Kerala is a huge draw for domestic as well as international tourists for wellness tourism. Customised products and personalised service that the company provides to its client sets it apart from others, he claims. Hazel Jain What kind of demand are …

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South Korea ready for Indian tourists

South Korea is all set to welcome outbound travellers from India, quarantine-free, after a two-year travel halt caused by the pandemic. Indians can now travel to the country with a short term (C-3) visa, allowing them to stay up to 90 days for marketing research, travel, visiting relatives, meetings and …

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Wellness holidays are investment

Health and wellness are on top of mind for people than ever before, and they are not just going on wellness holidays for this, but also leading an active and healthy lifestyle to keep themselves fit. Nagsri Prasad Sashidhar, Chief Happiness Officer, NAGSRI (Mumbai) People are now taking health, fitness …

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Centara signs hotel in Thailand

Centara Hotels & Resorts have joined hands with Baansuay Group for first property in Surat Thani under the Centra by Centara brand, which will welcome guests from July 2023. Nisha Verma Centara Hotels & Resorts and Baansuay Group (Suratthani) have signed a Hotel Management Agreement (HMA) for Centra by Centara …

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‘We expect India to be new China’

PATA India chapter’s ‘Webinar: Asia Pacific Destination Forecast’ unveils the impact of Covid on the industry and what the future holds in terms of recovery for the Asia-Pacific, with a focus on India, which is projecting positive growth in the coming years. Nisha Verma Liz Ortiguera, CEO, PATA and Prof. …

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