TravTalk India Online Magazine
The Philippines Tourism India Office completes a six-city itinerary training workshop series across key Indian markets to strengthen destination knowledge and trade engagement, reinforcing its commitment to growing India’s outbound segment across leisure and MICE travel.
The Philippines Tourism India Office concludes its 6-City Itinerary Training Workshop Series across Delhi, Mumbai, Ahmedabad, Bengaluru, Chennai and Kolkata. The initiative aims to strengthen destination understanding, product knowledge and itinerary planning capability among India’s travel trade community. Conducted on 7 November 2025, the workshops recorded participation from more than 60 key trade partners in each city, including tour operators, travel agents and MICE specialists.
The programme is designed to promote the Philippines as a versatile destination for Indian travellers, highlighting beaches, island experiences, adventure activities, culinary heritage and cultural attractions. The workshops also provide itinerary construction support, destination updates and tools to position the Philippines more effectively in the Indian market.
Industry collaboration and support
Reinforcing bilateral tourism cooperation, representatives from the Consulate General Office of the Philippines in Kolkata participate in their respective city sessions. Their presence signals continued support for strengthening tourism and trade relationships between India and the Philippines.
The training series also features MegaWorld Hotels & Resorts, whose representatives address travel partners and present their hospitality portfolio. Their participation supports improved understanding of accommodation options and destination preparedness for international visitor expectations.
Trade confidence and demand outlook
The Philippines Tourism India Office acknowledges the active role of the Indian market and expresses continued commitment to strengthening trade connectivity and destination awareness. Through its workshop series, the organisation positions the Philippines as a travel option for leisure, weddings, honeymoons and MICE segments.
The training programme reinforces the positioning of the Philippines as a destination that blends natural landscapes, cultural depth and hospitality. The sessions strengthen business confidence among travel planners and support the message that the destination offers opportunities suitable for evolving traveller expectations from India’s outbound sector.
Forward direction
The Philippines Tourism India Office plans continued engagement through roadshows, trade training activities and partnership initiatives designed to support sustainable growth. With increased interest in diversified travel formats, the organisation expects expanding traveller movement and stronger market performance from India in the coming months.
