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Dubai is ready for M!CE and FIT

Dubai Tourism recently organised its first virtual Fam that saw the destination as well as Dubai Department of Tourism Commerce Marketing (DTCM) showcasing major attractions of the emirate, while also highlighting the safety and security protocols being followed post opening of the destination in early July. Nisha Verma Talking about …

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A family holiday in a pandemic

Thinking of a family holiday but not sure if it’s safe? Here’s a personal account from one of our fellow industry colleagues who shares his family holiday experience. Shuja Bin Mehdi, B2B Manager, India, VisitBritain, drove from Delhi to Jaipur in August, and experienced the new normal first-hand. I took …

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Get to know true New Zealand

Tourism New Zealand has virtually launched its new campaign – Messages from New Zealand – which features New Zealanders sharing video messages of hope and care with their international ‘whānau’ (family), presenting a unique Kiwi perspective on what is important to them. Manas Dwivedi Launched in the presence of Steven …

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India must attract young Spaniards

Spanish people love travelling within Spain, claims Margreet van Egmond, Director Spain, Travel Marketing Concept (TMC). “The Spanish economy is heavily dependent on tourism, and unemployment can affect the spending capacity of people on holidays. Before COVID-19, around 980 Euros were being spent on a weekly basis by Spanish people …

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Korea ready for Indian weddings

South Korea is ready to host weddings and honeymooners from India, positioning Jeju Island as the perfect destination for this. It will take further steps in developing this market once actual travel from India begins. TT Bureau Korea Tourism Organization (KTO) brought together representatives from Jeju Tourism Organization, wedding planners, …

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Thailand ‘Together’ with trade

The ‘TogetherThailand’ campaign conceptualised by the India offices of Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) concluded on a high note after a month of interactive contests, quizzes and surveys, with focus on beaches, cuisines and new destinations. Tour operators from around the country engaged in the campaign and the grand prize …

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Azerbaijan virtual travel event on October 14

  Azerbaijan Tourism Board (ATB), the national promotion body designed to support the growth of Azerbaijan’s tourism industry, will host its biggest virtual travel trade event – Travel Business Azerbaijan Online (TBA 2020) – on October 14, 2020. “In these challenging times it is important to reconnect with our partners …

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An event-full comeback for Dubai

The beat is back in Dubai’s events sector with an array of regional and international artists heralding its restart. Event  organisers have received a boost from Dubai’s Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing (Dubai Tourism), which has given the green light for hosting live events, indoor and outdoor concerts in …

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Rhyolite: The king of ghost towns!

With no residents for more than 100 years, dilapidated buildings in a pristine Wild West setting, and no goods or services, Rhyolite is, without a doubt, one of the best ghost towns in Nevada, USA, making for an incredible day trip out of Las Vegas. Today, as one of the …

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KTO focus on luxe experiences

Expecting a rise in demand for luxurious experiences in the near future, Korea Tourism Organization (KTO) has been conducting a series of webinars focusing on unique destinations and activities, some of which can only be booked through a DMC or a travel agent. Hazel Jain Korea Tourism Organization (KTO) has …

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