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What does luxury travel involve? It depends on who you ask. When people think of luxury travel, most think of extravagance, pampering, and indulgence. And while that may be true, luxury travel is far more complex than five-star hotels and white-glove service. Robin Lawther, Vice President, Expedia TAAP, explains in …

India’s leading airline, IndiGo, celebrated its 18th anniversary in style, organising a huge celebration at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi recently. Pieter Elbers, Chief Executive Officer, IndiGo, made several big announcements on the occasion, including the airline’s expansion plans and revamping of its website with a new UI/ UX design. …

In an attempt to bolster tourism and enhance government revenue, the Uttar Pradesh government is promoting a ‘Buddhist Circuit’ in the state, propagating the historical, cultural and spiritual ties of Buddhism with UP on the world map and attracting pilgrims from India and abroad, says Jaiveer Singh, Minister of Tourism …

The idea about luxury travel has rapidly changed from an emphasis on ‘things’ to ‘experiences’. TRAVTALK seeks to explore this evolving concept through the eyes of travel advisors and how their luxury clients want to holiday now. Hazel Jain Luxury travel has long been synonymous with opulence, extravagance, and exclusivity. …

Jyoti Mayal, President, TAAI, in an interview with TravTalk, revealed that the association’s elections for the 2024-2026 term will be held along with the AGM before September end, while the elections for various TAAI chapters are being held across the country. She urged the government to support the association for …

Infrastructure status and industry-related benefits are our main demands from the State and Union governments, says KB Kachru, Chairman, Emeritus & Principal Advisor, South Asia, Radisson Hotel Group & President, HAI, adding that the association is keen to work closely with the government to address the industry issues. Surbhi Sharma …

Gajendra Singh Shekhawat, Union Minister of Culture and Tourism emphasises on the role of tourism industry in the growth of India and positioning the country as the world’s third-largest economy by 2027. The Union Minister was addressing the Hotel & Restaurant Association of North India (HRANI) Convention in Greater Noida …

Travel operators are poised for significant revenue growth this fiscal, driven by a surge in demand for domestic and international travel. Enhanced infrastructure, increasing disposable incomes, and strong government support are propelling this expansion. Janice Alyosius Travel operators are expected to see their revenues increase by 15-17 per cent this …

New Delhi: As part of their shared commitment to highlight Oman as a preferred tourist destination, Oman Air and the Ministry of Heritage and Tourism have joined forces for a special stopover promotion for passengers transiting through Muscat. Available until 30 November 2024, the offer provides a free one-night hotel …

Indian arrivals to Türkiye up 34.5% Wedding tourism in Türkiye has seen significant growth, with destinations like Istanbul, Bodrum and Cappadocia gaining popularity for luxury weddings, says Ismail Bütün, GM, Turkish Tourism Promotion & Development Agency (TGA). Hazel Jain What are the visitor numbers in Türkiye from India since COVID-19? …