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An IATO delegation, led by Ravi Gosain, the National President, recently met with the Maharashtra Chapter members in Mumbai. The interactive session focused on key issues, such as the availability of tourist guides and rising hotel costs, while also outlining IATO’s forward-looking plans, including a comprehensive AI training programme. Hazel …

Uniting a line-up of policymakers and top hospitality leaders, the 55th FHRAI Annual Convention emphasised the scale of hospitality industry in India, its power to influence the economy, and the opportunities available within the tourism sector. During the three-day deliberations, stakeholders explored policies that drive tourism with sustainability and elevate …

The OTOAI Convention in Russia left an indelible mark on the minds of the delegates who attended the event and the knowledge sessions at the convention were about more than just telling the attendees what to do to boost their business. They focused on elevating the membership, not just in …

Sustainable transformation in tourism is no longer a choice but a necessity, say industry leaders, stressing the need for balanced growth coupled with responsibility. TT Bureau Julia Simpson, President & CEO, WTTC The development of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) represents a pivotal opportunity. SAF has the potential to cut lifecycle …

The TAAP has launched a free certification programme to empower members. The objective is tensure that even the smallest agencies can function in an organised manner, in an attempt to bring some structure to an industry that has earned a reputation for being fragmented and disorganised. Hazel Jain In a …

Tourism’s power extends beyond economics — it shapes perceptions, fuels jobs and builds India’s soft power. At the FAITH Conclave 2025, leaders rallied around unity and resilience, envisioning a $3 trillion economy and an ‘Invincible India’ where travel drives growth and elevates the nation globally. Puneet Chhatwal, Chairman, FAITH & …

The 68th Annual Convention of TAAI, to be held in Abu Dhabi in September, signals more than a return to the destination — it reflects how the UAE’s capital is shaping global tourism narratives. The launch of the TAAI Travel Mart will transform the event into a platform where plans …

The IATO convention in Puri, Odisha, will not only focus on putting the destination in the limelight, members will also get a chance to discuss pertinent issues and indulge in policy dialogue during dedicated business sessions at the event. Janice Alyosius The Indian Association of Tour Operators (IATO) is all …

The FAITH Conclave 2025 is all set to take place at Taj Palace in Delhi between 12–13 August 2025. The event, to be organised under the theme ‘Indian Tourism: Invincible Spirit’ and attended by a powerful line-up of leaders, will aim to address policy bottlenecks, promote unified representation and drive …

Skål International Delhi’s recent event in the country’s capital was more than a celebration — it was a clear signal of India’s rapidly growing leadership in global tourism networking. The event, coinciding with the visit of President of Skål International World, outlined that Skål’s spirit of ‘Doing business among friends’ …