A team of Amadeus travel tech experts have identified the annual travel trends. As per the trends, increased use of metaverse, new biometric possibilities, working from anywhere and travelling light will be major trends of 2023, which will transform the industry in future. TT Bureau The Amadeus 2023 Travel Trends …
Read More »Industry elated after MOT’s relief
Persistent efforts by inbound tour operators has resulted in the MOT relaxing the rules of recognising tourism service providers in the country, by considering the turnover of FY2019-20 instead of FY2021-22, which didn’t see any business for the industry owing to COVID-19. The decision has spread a wave of delight …
Read More »Stable airfares: Still not a reality?
The airfares have skyrocketed ever since the flights have restarted in full fervour and the government removed the initial capping on fares. While this is good news for the airlines, the industry wants them to stabilise, which doesn’t look like the case currently. Hence, as the industry is busy booking …
Read More »Music to the ears
The wedding industry in Rajasthan heaved a sigh of relief when Jaipur Police released a circular stating that licences to avoid Copyright Act infringement will not be needed by hotels or wedding venues for playing music at events. Nisha Verma The statement from Jaipur Police has come in response to …
Read More »Finland to promote summers
With the recently-added flight connecting Mumbai to Helsinki, the NTO is now looking to promote summers in Finland to offer Indian travellers more ways to experience the destination. Hazel Jain Finnair, along with Finland Tourism, recently hosted a grand event in Mumbai for its key travel partners on the occasion …
Read More »FITUR all set to kick-off
FITUR 2023 is set to start in Madrid, Spain, from 18 to 22 January 2023. Delegates from across the world are expected to attend the tourism fair, as the world looks forward to the revival of travel and tourism. TT Bureau IFEMA MADRID is all set to organise the International …
Read More »Odisha’s big thrust on sports
Odisha and Hockey India are now set to host the Hockey World Cup for the second consecutive time. Officials of Odisha government and Hockey India have left no stones unturned in the preparations for the FIH Odisha Hockey Men’s World Cup 2023. TT Bureau Over the past few years, Odisha, …
Read More »‘Gender parity must in industry’
Being a part of the adventure industry is thrilling, says Akanksha Garg, Founder Director & CEO (Resorts), Waxpol Hotels and Resorts. She describes her journey from promoting her flagship resort in Sundarbans to the recognition extended by travel industry leaders. Janice Alyosius Giving women a voice in the tourism industry …
Read More »Meghalaya eyes 15L tourists
Keeping sustainable tourism in mind, Meghalaya is determined to welcome more than 15 lakh tourists by the end of 2024. Here are the measures the state has been taking to attract visitors. TT Bureau Meghalaya has been working on a master plan to develop its tourist routes keeping sustainable tourism …
Read More »Canada to host ‘GTFF 2023’
‘GTFF 2023’ will be organised from April 27 to 30 in Canada. The 2023 Festival Edition of the GTFF will be organised in association with the City of North Bay Ontario and Tourism North Bay Ontario. TT Bureau The film categories that will be screened during the Global Tourism Film …
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