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Wedding tourism turned out to be a game-changer for Rajasthan during the pandemic, and now the state is pushing for border tourism, experiential tourism and also bringing in a film incentive policy among things to bring more revenue for the state coffers. Nisha Verma Claiming that being the largest state …

Tourism in Goa has taken another hit with the Russia-Ukraine conflict – both top source markets for Goa – and all charter flights from the region has stopped for now. The state will therefore need to enhance its charter game rather than depend on its traditional markets if it wants …

From a dismal budget to the need for proper tourism promotion drive in Telangana at the highest level, K Ranga Reddy, Chairman IATO Andhra Pradesh and Telangana Chapter, highlights what needs to be done in the youngest state of India to attract tourists. Nisha Verma K Ranga Reddy, Chairman IATO …

Rajasthan has emerged as most popular destination for weddings in India, thanks to its luxurious palaces, forts and heritage properties. Nisha Verma Sumita Saroch, Joint Director, Tourism, Rajasthan, said that Rajasthan offers multiple picturesque settings and culture for weddings. Claiming that Rajasthan is the perfect destination for social events, she …

The Bengal Travel Mart will be held to promote the tourism industry from March 5 to 7 at Mayfair Tea Resort in Siliguri – the gateway to the Northeast part of India West Bengal is well-known for its opulent tourism opportunities that meet even the most discerning traveller’s needs. The …

Travel and tourism is a powerful growth tool that is assisting women in defying perceptions that this business is solely dominated by men, says Shishta Sharma, ADTOI-LEO, Punjab Haryana Chapter. Janice Alyosius In 2022, the globe will be more free and equitable than it has ever been, with tourism and …

Third International Conference on Enterprise and Entrepreneurialism, organised by Jamia Millia Islamia in New Delhi recently, witnesses newer research insights and best practices with viable solutions being presented on varied topics related to tourism and hospitality. Nisha Verma Jamia Millia Islamia recently organised the third International Conference on Enterprise and …

The Directorate of Tourism, Government of Maharashtra, held a physical event in Mumbai focusing on rural and community-based tourism, which has started to gain popularity in last couple of years. At a physical event held in Mumbai, the Directorate of Tourism (DoT) of Maharashtra government put a spotlight on agritourism, …

Community tourism pioneer, G Adventures, has been selected by the Bhutan Canada Foundation, which led the restoration of the trail as the first group adventure operator when the trail launches. In March 2022, following two years of extensive restoration, the Kingdom of Bhutan will reopen the historic and sacred Trans …

The North East Festival 2022 in Guwahati not only highlighted region’s culture, but also managed to put spotlight on its travel trade with a B2B roadshow and panel discussions. Hazel Jain The ninth edition of the North East Festival came to a glittering end, igniting the spirits of entrepreneurs and …