TravTalk India Online Magazine
“This convention is a comprehensive programme providing networking in all aspects of tourism. The schedule is designed to provide value to our members. Besides networking, the most important benefit we are looking forward to is to showcase Kashmir as a fascinating and safe destination. Our colleagues in Srinagar have become invaluable through their hard work and willingness to make this convention a success. Very rightly, we call this convention ‘Incredible Tourism’. We are waiting to meet members from across India to work together and put this destination back on the tourism map of India— Welcome to Kashmir!” Bahram Pashootanizadeh, Chairman, TAAI Pune Chapter
“What better platform than to have more than 600 travel industry stakeholders gather in India’s paradise—Kashmir! The upcoming convention shall surely create the buzz that Jammu & Kashmir tourism needs. More importantly, this show will convey a strong message to the world that Jammu & Kashmir is a safe destination for tourists. Also, a convention in India shall encourage greater participation from the industry. I hope the members from all parts of the country attend the convention in big numbers and promote the state further to bring its magic back for tourists.” Paras Lakhia, Chairman, TAAI Gujarat Chapter
“This convention will provide a good exposure to the India market, especially to Kashmir. It will lead to an increase in inbound tourists to the destination and give more confidence to travellers visiting Kashmir. Holding a huge convention is always an eye-catcher and sends a positive message to the entire travel fraternity. Kashmir will get an opportunity to showcase its infrastructure, hospitality and culture. Not only would it educate our members about the destination, but also inform the end consumer that travelling to Kashmir is safe with enough tourism offerings for every kind of traveller.” Devendra Shah Chairman, TAAI Saurashtra & Kutch Chapter
“Excellent speakers, great debates, more learning, showcasing great products, entertainment, gourmet cuisine and fabulous locations are some of the highlights of each convention. After every TAAI convention abroad or in India, one finds a travel boom to the place. Tourism in the state of Kashmir will also benefit greatly as this convention will bring more than 500 travel professionals who are sellers to the state. Every agent is looking forward to the convention. All credits are extended to Jammu & Kashmir Tourism for bringing this event to Kashmir after a gap of 32 years.” Ross Masood Padiyath, Chairman, TAAI Kerala Chapter
“The Srinagar convention after 30 years can be equated to homecoming. We want to show the world that Kashmir is a very safe place and hope that travel agents will start selling more of the state to their clients. This move will be a win-win situation for both the trade as well as the state. It is the legacy of Kashmir that draws tourists from all over the world. This convention will increase awareness about the state, its facilities and other infrastructure available in the state. This is a great opportunity for the local agents to have a one-on-one conversation with the trade.” Kishor Parate, Chairman, TAAI Nagpur Chapter
“TAAI Conventions have always been quality affairs and I don’t believe this year will be any different. It will be even better than the last couple of grand conventions, which TAAI has had in Bali and Abu Dhabi. J&K is set to get a tremendous amount of mileage as the top 400-500 travel agents from India will be attending the event along with international delegates. When agents visit a destination and experience it firsthand, it becomes much easier for them to market the destination, thereby resulting in greater arrivals for the host state or country. The event in Kashmir will certainly help increase number of tourist arrivals over the next few years.” Amish Desai, Chairman, TAAI, Karnataka Chapter
