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Edition No: 384 - 23rd November, 2022
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This New UAE Rule Will Not Allow Passengers With Only One Name On The Passport To Travel
Indian airlines in addition to Spicejet, Indigo, and Air India Express notified travel agents about the new UAE travel rule which states the modification in the naming guideline. It further states that passengers journeying from and to the UAE must make sure both their first names and surnames are mentioned in their passports.
Travel + Leisure
Indian airlines in addition to Spicejet, Indigo, and Air India Express notified travel agents about the new UAE travel rule which states the modification in the naming guideline. It further states that passengers journeying from and to the UAE must make sure both their first names and surnames are mentioned in their passports.
Travel + Leisure
US visa: Wait time for first-time tourist visa applicants nearly 3 years
For first-time applicants for the US' business (B-1) and tourist (B-2) visas, the wait now goes up to almost three years. So, a first time B1/B2 applicant may only be able to get an interview appointment for late 2025. The US State Department on Tuesday said the “the global median wait time for a tourist visa (B1/B2) interview appointment is under two months as of this month.”
Times Now News
For first-time applicants for the US' business (B-1) and tourist (B-2) visas, the wait now goes up to almost three years. So, a first time B1/B2 applicant may only be able to get an interview appointment for late 2025. The US State Department on Tuesday said the “the global median wait time for a tourist visa (B1/B2) interview appointment is under two months as of this month.”
Times Now News
Domestic air traffic rises 10 pc in October: DGCA data
Indian airlines carried 1.14 crore passengers in October, 10 per cent higher than the number of people flown in September. Data released by the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) on Tuesday showed that domestic air traffic jumped nearly 27 per cent to 114.07 lakh last month compared to the year-ago period when it was 89.85 lakh.
Financial Express
Indian airlines carried 1.14 crore passengers in October, 10 per cent higher than the number of people flown in September. Data released by the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) on Tuesday showed that domestic air traffic jumped nearly 27 per cent to 114.07 lakh last month compared to the year-ago period when it was 89.85 lakh.
Financial Express
IATO announces theme for Lucknow convention; over 1,000 delegates likely to attend
The theme of this year’s IATO convention scheduled in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, is ‘Inbound Tourism - What lies ahead’. Five post-convention tours are being organised to the major religious hubs of the state to promote religious and spiritual offerings ahead of the Uttar Pradesh Tourism Policy launch, it was shared.
ET Travel World
The theme of this year’s IATO convention scheduled in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, is ‘Inbound Tourism - What lies ahead’. Five post-convention tours are being organised to the major religious hubs of the state to promote religious and spiritual offerings ahead of the Uttar Pradesh Tourism Policy launch, it was shared.
ET Travel World
Uttar Pradesh govt begins preparing for 2025 Maha Kumbh in Prayagraj
The Yogi Adityanath government in Uttar Pradesh has started preparing for the Maha Kumbh, scheduled to be held in Prayagraj in 2025. To chalk out the outline of the Maha Kumbh 2025, a high-level meeting will be held in Prayagraj on Thursday.
Business Standard
The Yogi Adityanath government in Uttar Pradesh has started preparing for the Maha Kumbh, scheduled to be held in Prayagraj in 2025. To chalk out the outline of the Maha Kumbh 2025, a high-level meeting will be held in Prayagraj on Thursday.
Business Standard
Hon’ble NCLAT ordering Oyo to deposit 10 per cent of the total fine imposed by the CCI_ positive step in the interest of the hospitality sector, says FHRAI
Mr Jaison Chacko, Secretary General, Federation of Hotel & Restaurant Associations of India (FHRAI) “The latest development of Hon’ble NCLAT ordering Oyo to deposit 10 per cent of the total fine of Rs.168 Cr imposed by the CCI is yet another positive step in the interest of the hospitality sector in the country.
Hospitality Lexis
Mr Jaison Chacko, Secretary General, Federation of Hotel & Restaurant Associations of India (FHRAI) “The latest development of Hon’ble NCLAT ordering Oyo to deposit 10 per cent of the total fine of Rs.168 Cr imposed by the CCI is yet another positive step in the interest of the hospitality sector in the country.
Hospitality Lexis
India proposes guidelines to combat fake online reviews and ratings
India launched a crackdown on Monday against fake consumer reviews and unverified ratings in a bid to make the online world and e-commerce sites more authentic and less misleading for users.
The Hindu
India launched a crackdown on Monday against fake consumer reviews and unverified ratings in a bid to make the online world and e-commerce sites more authentic and less misleading for users.
The Hindu
India among top 10 countries with highest numbers of accommodations receiving travel sustainable badge: Booking.com
With the ongoing aim to recognise the efforts of a wide range of property types to operate more sustainably and to provide travellers with consistent and easy-to-understand information, the company is introducing three distinct badge levels to the Travel Sustainable program. A new search filter for fully electric and hybrid rental cars is now live across the Booking.com app and website.
ET Travel World
With the ongoing aim to recognise the efforts of a wide range of property types to operate more sustainably and to provide travellers with consistent and easy-to-understand information, the company is introducing three distinct badge levels to the Travel Sustainable program. A new search filter for fully electric and hybrid rental cars is now live across the Booking.com app and website.
ET Travel World
Are flying taxis getting closer to lift-off?
US air regulators on Monday published rules to formally add the machines, which mix characteristics of helicopters and planes, to the list of regulated aircraft. The update is necessary before firms can offer flights to customers. The move comes as companies have ramped up investments in the new technology, which has been presented as the transport of the future.
BBC News
US air regulators on Monday published rules to formally add the machines, which mix characteristics of helicopters and planes, to the list of regulated aircraft. The update is necessary before firms can offer flights to customers. The move comes as companies have ramped up investments in the new technology, which has been presented as the transport of the future.
BBC News
Turkey logs 4.8mn foreign visitor arrivals in Oct
Turkey registered more than 4.8 million foreign visitor arrivals in October, up by 38.3 per cent year on year, official statistics showed. In October, the top country of origin among foreign tourists is Russia, which sent nearly 768,000 visitors, down by 10.7 per cent from the previous month and 15.1 per cent year on year, reports Xinhua news agency citing the statistics from the Culture and Tourism Ministry.
Lokmat Times
Turkey registered more than 4.8 million foreign visitor arrivals in October, up by 38.3 per cent year on year, official statistics showed. In October, the top country of origin among foreign tourists is Russia, which sent nearly 768,000 visitors, down by 10.7 per cent from the previous month and 15.1 per cent year on year, reports Xinhua news agency citing the statistics from the Culture and Tourism Ministry.
Lokmat Times
U.S. Consumers Propel Thanksgiving Air Travel to Highest Level in 3 Years
U.S. airlines and airports are preparing for a surge in passengers over the Thanksgiving holiday, with the number of travelers expected to hit the highest level in three years. Nearly 55 million Americans will take to the roads, skies and rails for the holiday, with air travel recovering to about 99% of the 2019 levels before the COVID-19 pandemic, travel group AAA estimates.
Money US News
U.S. airlines and airports are preparing for a surge in passengers over the Thanksgiving holiday, with the number of travelers expected to hit the highest level in three years. Nearly 55 million Americans will take to the roads, skies and rails for the holiday, with air travel recovering to about 99% of the 2019 levels before the COVID-19 pandemic, travel group AAA estimates.
Money US News
15.24 lakh foreigners visited India in 2021
Over 15 lakh foreigners, including 4.29 lakh US nationals and 2.4 lakh Bangladeshis, had visited India last year when the country was on an extended period of coronavirus restrictions and visa regulations, officials said. Ten countries accounted for 74.39 per cent of the total arrival of foreigners during 2021, while 25.61 per cent of the incoming foreigners were from the rest of the nations, a home ministry official said.
Travel Daily Media
Over 15 lakh foreigners, including 4.29 lakh US nationals and 2.4 lakh Bangladeshis, had visited India last year when the country was on an extended period of coronavirus restrictions and visa regulations, officials said. Ten countries accounted for 74.39 per cent of the total arrival of foreigners during 2021, while 25.61 per cent of the incoming foreigners were from the rest of the nations, a home ministry official said.
Travel Daily Media
Relief order: Ayyappa devotees can now travel by air with ‘Irumudikettu’ till Makaravilakku
The ban on travelling by air with ‘Irumudikettu’ or two pouch knots has been lifted as per an order issued by the Director of the Bureau of Civil Aviation. The move comes in the wake of the start of Mandala Makaravilakku Pilgrimage at Sabarimala. The travelling with irumudikettu will be allowed till Makaravilakku.
Mix India
The ban on travelling by air with ‘Irumudikettu’ or two pouch knots has been lifted as per an order issued by the Director of the Bureau of Civil Aviation. The move comes in the wake of the start of Mandala Makaravilakku Pilgrimage at Sabarimala. The travelling with irumudikettu will be allowed till Makaravilakku.
Mix India
Diamond Princess Sets Sail With a Season of Mexico and Hawaii Sailings From San Diego
The newly refurbished Diamond Princess today welcomed guests onboard for its inaugural sailing from its new homeport, San Diego, helping to fuel tourism in the area and support local businesses. The sailing milestone completes the Princess Cruises fleet “Homeporting Diamond Princess in a destination as remarkable as San Diego and now giving our west coast fans four convenient to drive California departure points to enjoy the Original Love Boat is an outstanding combination,” said John Padgett, Princess Cruises president.
Breaking Travel News
The newly refurbished Diamond Princess today welcomed guests onboard for its inaugural sailing from its new homeport, San Diego, helping to fuel tourism in the area and support local businesses. The sailing milestone completes the Princess Cruises fleet “Homeporting Diamond Princess in a destination as remarkable as San Diego and now giving our west coast fans four convenient to drive California departure points to enjoy the Original Love Boat is an outstanding combination,” said John Padgett, Princess Cruises president.
Breaking Travel News
India Exposition Mart launches Expo Inn, Suites and Convention
India Exposition Mart Limited (IEML) Greater Noida has added another feather to its cap with the launch of Expo Inn, Suites and Convention, a 134-room business hotel, a first-of-its-kind stay option within a trade fair venue.
BW Hotelier
India Exposition Mart Limited (IEML) Greater Noida has added another feather to its cap with the launch of Expo Inn, Suites and Convention, a 134-room business hotel, a first-of-its-kind stay option within a trade fair venue.
BW Hotelier
Sterling Holiday Unveils New Wildlife Resort in Pench National Park Expands its Wildlife Resort Footprint to 8 Across India
Sterling Padam Pench, spread out across 5 acres, is strategically located near the Turiya Gate which is at the entrance of the tiger reserve of Pench National Park. The resort boasts of a variety of stay experiences with 22 premier rooms, cottages, mud houses, wooden chalets and tree houses, all inspired by the local art and architecture, coupled with chic and contemporary amenities.
Tourism Quest
Sterling Padam Pench, spread out across 5 acres, is strategically located near the Turiya Gate which is at the entrance of the tiger reserve of Pench National Park. The resort boasts of a variety of stay experiences with 22 premier rooms, cottages, mud houses, wooden chalets and tree houses, all inspired by the local art and architecture, coupled with chic and contemporary amenities.
Tourism Quest
The Merrion Hotel joins the Sustainable Hospitality Alliance’s global network for responsible hospitality
The Sustainable Hospitality Alliance (the Alliance), is delighted to welcome the Dublin based hotel to their network of over 220 leading brands, as the organisation continues to ramp up momentum on the path to a sustainable future.
Hospitality Net
The Sustainable Hospitality Alliance (the Alliance), is delighted to welcome the Dublin based hotel to their network of over 220 leading brands, as the organisation continues to ramp up momentum on the path to a sustainable future.
Hospitality Net
Cortina’s new arrival: Rosapetra Spa Resort opens on 1st December As part of the Relegance Collection
Rosapetra Spa Resort is preparing to open for its first winter season under the stewardship of Relegance ('The Unexpected Collection'), the new Italian high-end hospitality brand founded by Antonio Onorato.
Hospitality Net
Rosapetra Spa Resort is preparing to open for its first winter season under the stewardship of Relegance ('The Unexpected Collection'), the new Italian high-end hospitality brand founded by Antonio Onorato.
Hospitality Net
Raffles and Fairmont make debut in Qatar
The ultra-luxury Raffles Doha and luxury Fairmont Doha – which herald the entry of the aspirational Raffles Hotels & Resorts and Fairmont Hotels & Resorts brands to Qatar – are now open exclusively to FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 guests and the VIP delegations. The dual-branded five-star properties is housed within Katara Towers.
Trade Arabia
The ultra-luxury Raffles Doha and luxury Fairmont Doha – which herald the entry of the aspirational Raffles Hotels & Resorts and Fairmont Hotels & Resorts brands to Qatar – are now open exclusively to FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 guests and the VIP delegations. The dual-branded five-star properties is housed within Katara Towers.
Trade Arabia
Marriott to open 4 properties in UAE in deal with RDK tourism
Marriott International has signed a deal with RDK Tourism Investment to open four properties in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). The signings are expected to further enhance the company’s footprint in Abu Dhabi and Dubai with the addition of more than 700 rooms across its Marriott Hotels and Resorts, Marriott Executive Apartments and Autograph Collection Hotels brands. All four properties are expected to be converted from existing properties operated by RDK Tourism Investment.
Trade Arabia
Marriott International has signed a deal with RDK Tourism Investment to open four properties in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). The signings are expected to further enhance the company’s footprint in Abu Dhabi and Dubai with the addition of more than 700 rooms across its Marriott Hotels and Resorts, Marriott Executive Apartments and Autograph Collection Hotels brands. All four properties are expected to be converted from existing properties operated by RDK Tourism Investment.
Trade Arabia
Plaza Premium Group operates blush lounge at Heathrow airport
The opening of the new Blush Lounge strengthens our presence in Heathrow Airport as we have several properties under Plaza Premium Lounge across Terminals 2, 4 and 5, as well as Aerotel, our 82-bedroom in-airport hotel located inside Terminal 3, Arrivals.
Global Travel Media
The opening of the new Blush Lounge strengthens our presence in Heathrow Airport as we have several properties under Plaza Premium Lounge across Terminals 2, 4 and 5, as well as Aerotel, our 82-bedroom in-airport hotel located inside Terminal 3, Arrivals.
Global Travel Media
Swiss-Belhotel International returns to Brisbane
Swiss-Belhotel International has announced its return to Brisbane in Australia with the signing of the Swiss-Belhotel Brisbane. Catering to the diverse needs of both business and leisure guests, the hotel is equipped with all modern facilities to offer a work-life balance, including a great rooftop bar and dining area, multi-functional conference space, energizing gymnasium and sauna, and a relaxing rooftop swimming pool.
Global Travel Media
Swiss-Belhotel International has announced its return to Brisbane in Australia with the signing of the Swiss-Belhotel Brisbane. Catering to the diverse needs of both business and leisure guests, the hotel is equipped with all modern facilities to offer a work-life balance, including a great rooftop bar and dining area, multi-functional conference space, energizing gymnasium and sauna, and a relaxing rooftop swimming pool.
Global Travel Media
India’s big plans for cleaner jet fuel face a string of hurdles
At the foothills of the Himalayas, in the city of Dehradun, India’s government is working on a jet fuel it hopes can help clean up the smog hanging over its big cities. There -- on a sprawling 300 acre tea estate where leopards and deer can be spotted -- scientists are working with partners including Boeing Co. to get global approvals for their biofuel, which is made from waste cooking oil and the seeds of plants like pongamia and jatropha that aren’t consumed.
The Economic Times
At the foothills of the Himalayas, in the city of Dehradun, India’s government is working on a jet fuel it hopes can help clean up the smog hanging over its big cities. There -- on a sprawling 300 acre tea estate where leopards and deer can be spotted -- scientists are working with partners including Boeing Co. to get global approvals for their biofuel, which is made from waste cooking oil and the seeds of plants like pongamia and jatropha that aren’t consumed.
The Economic Times
Airlines Move To Have One Pilot, Not Two, In Cost-Cutting Solution
In a move to save costs and ease staff shortages, many countries are asking the UN body that controls global aviation safety rules, to move to a one-pilot model in commercial flights, instead of two. The European Union Aviation Safety Agency believes this might happen as soon as 2027, but it raises issues of safety and places more stress on pilots.
Forbes
In a move to save costs and ease staff shortages, many countries are asking the UN body that controls global aviation safety rules, to move to a one-pilot model in commercial flights, instead of two. The European Union Aviation Safety Agency believes this might happen as soon as 2027, but it raises issues of safety and places more stress on pilots.
Forbes
Western Railway's longest skywalk to connect the Bandra Terminus & suburban railway station
The Bandra suburban station and Bandra Terminus of Mumbai are all set to be connected with a new skywalk that is proposed to be constructed between the two stations. The skywalk is said to provide a sigh of relief to the passengers travelling from Bandra station to Bandra Terminus throughout the day.
The Free Press Journal
The Bandra suburban station and Bandra Terminus of Mumbai are all set to be connected with a new skywalk that is proposed to be constructed between the two stations. The skywalk is said to provide a sigh of relief to the passengers travelling from Bandra station to Bandra Terminus throughout the day.
The Free Press Journal
Air India tops list in on-time performance, Go First at bottom
As per data from the Directorate General of Civil Aviation, On-time performance of Air India flights was 90.8 per cent followed by Vistara and AirAsia recording on-time performance of 89.1 per cent during October.
The Economic Times
As per data from the Directorate General of Civil Aviation, On-time performance of Air India flights was 90.8 per cent followed by Vistara and AirAsia recording on-time performance of 89.1 per cent during October.
The Economic Times
AirAsia India Partners With Sugarbox To Launch ‘First In The World’ Multi-Feature In-Flight Experience Hub, ‘AirFlix’
AirAsia India announced a partnership with Hyperlocal Cloud platform Sugarbox, to launch a first-of-its-kind in-flight experience hub, ‘AirFlix’. An innovative solution for digital access in the skies, ‘AirFlix’ is available across the airline’s fleet.
Travel Biz Monitor
AirAsia India announced a partnership with Hyperlocal Cloud platform Sugarbox, to launch a first-of-its-kind in-flight experience hub, ‘AirFlix’. An innovative solution for digital access in the skies, ‘AirFlix’ is available across the airline’s fleet.
Travel Biz Monitor
Udaipur gears up for G20 Sherpa meeting
From painting walls to depict the Indian culture to decking up heritage sites with lights, hectic preparations are underway in Rajasthan's Udaipur for the first G20 Sherpa meeting under India's presidency. The meeting will be held from December 5 to 7.
Moneycontrol
From painting walls to depict the Indian culture to decking up heritage sites with lights, hectic preparations are underway in Rajasthan's Udaipur for the first G20 Sherpa meeting under India's presidency. The meeting will be held from December 5 to 7.
Moneycontrol
Manipur Sangai festival begins amid fanfare
Union Tourism Minister G Kishan Reddy Monday inaugurated the ‘Manipur Sangai Festival 2022’ at the Sangai Ethnic Park, Moirang Khunou in Bishnupur district. The 10-day-long festival will be held in 13 venues across six districts in the northeastern state till November 30.
The Indian Express
Union Tourism Minister G Kishan Reddy Monday inaugurated the ‘Manipur Sangai Festival 2022’ at the Sangai Ethnic Park, Moirang Khunou in Bishnupur district. The 10-day-long festival will be held in 13 venues across six districts in the northeastern state till November 30.
The Indian Express
Wonder Carnival Is Back In Gurugram From November 25, And We Have The Details!
Delhi, get ready, for the Wonder Carnival is back in NCR! After a highly successful Gurugram and Chandigarh edition, the carnival is set to engage Delhiites and natives from neighbouring cities this winter at the family-friendly fiesta, complete with fun, games and loads of thrill.
Travel + Leisure
Delhi, get ready, for the Wonder Carnival is back in NCR! After a highly successful Gurugram and Chandigarh edition, the carnival is set to engage Delhiites and natives from neighbouring cities this winter at the family-friendly fiesta, complete with fun, games and loads of thrill.
Travel + Leisure
Visakhapatnam: TTAA presents a wishlist to boost tourism
Chairman of Tours and Travels Association of Andhra (TTAA) O Naresh Kumar and its president K Vijay Mohan submitted a representation listing a host of requirements that could boost tourism sector to Union Minister for Tourism, Culture and Development of North Eastern Region G Kishan Reddy in Visakhapatnam on Tuesday.
The Hans India
Chairman of Tours and Travels Association of Andhra (TTAA) O Naresh Kumar and its president K Vijay Mohan submitted a representation listing a host of requirements that could boost tourism sector to Union Minister for Tourism, Culture and Development of North Eastern Region G Kishan Reddy in Visakhapatnam on Tuesday.
The Hans India
India Tourism and Industrial Trade Fair to kick off from 3rd week of December
After a break of two years, the annual India Tourism and Industrial Trade Fair will be back in the third week of December at Island Grounds. Officials of the Tamil Nadu Tourism Development Corporation (TTDC) convened a meeting of various stakeholders on Tuesday.
The Hindu
After a break of two years, the annual India Tourism and Industrial Trade Fair will be back in the third week of December at Island Grounds. Officials of the Tamil Nadu Tourism Development Corporation (TTDC) convened a meeting of various stakeholders on Tuesday.
The Hindu
Saudi Arabia Invites the World to Enter the Metaverse at WTTC Global Summit in Riyadh
The 22nd edition of the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) Global Summit in Saudi Arabia will be attended by a prestigious gathering of tourism leaders in Riyadh. It is also supported by a metaverse experience created for potential investors to explore investment opportunities and take part in some of the sessions that will be livestreamed from the Saudi capital.
Breaking Travel News
The 22nd edition of the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) Global Summit in Saudi Arabia will be attended by a prestigious gathering of tourism leaders in Riyadh. It is also supported by a metaverse experience created for potential investors to explore investment opportunities and take part in some of the sessions that will be livestreamed from the Saudi capital.
Breaking Travel News
7 Apple Hotels & Resorts appoints Mr. Gurdarsan Pal S as the General Manager – Contracts & Procurement
Mr. Gurdarsan Pal S has recently been appointed as the General Manager , Contracts & Procurement of 7 Apple Hotels & Resorts . His present responsibilities include supervising Procurement Operations, Strategic Planning, Contract, Purchases, Billing Management, Cost Management, Quantity Surveying, Project Management, Vendor/Contractor Management, Contractor on boarding due diligence.
Hospitality Lexis
Mr. Gurdarsan Pal S has recently been appointed as the General Manager , Contracts & Procurement of 7 Apple Hotels & Resorts . His present responsibilities include supervising Procurement Operations, Strategic Planning, Contract, Purchases, Billing Management, Cost Management, Quantity Surveying, Project Management, Vendor/Contractor Management, Contractor on boarding due diligence.
Hospitality Lexis
Fairfield by Marriott Kolkata appoints Manoj Jangid as hotel manager
Jangid started his career in F&B operations and has experience both in curated fine dining spaces as well as large scale catering events. He has worked across multiple hotel companies like Taj Hotels, Hyatt, Accor Hotels and Marriott International.
ET Hospitality
Jangid started his career in F&B operations and has experience both in curated fine dining spaces as well as large scale catering events. He has worked across multiple hotel companies like Taj Hotels, Hyatt, Accor Hotels and Marriott International.
ET Hospitality
HAI joins hands with Impact4Nutrition to strengthen India’s nutritional status
Hotel Association of India, the apex body of the Indian Hospitality industry has joined hands with Impact4Nutrition as a pledged Association partner. Incubated I4N, It is a commitment-based platform for the public and private sector in India to collectively contribute to improving the nutritional status of every Indian.
Hotelier India
Hotel Association of India, the apex body of the Indian Hospitality industry has joined hands with Impact4Nutrition as a pledged Association partner. Incubated I4N, It is a commitment-based platform for the public and private sector in India to collectively contribute to improving the nutritional status of every Indian.
Hotelier India
Mayfair Hotels and Resorts appoints Rishi Puri as Senior Vice President – Operations
One of the most prolific personalities in the hospitality industry, Rishi Puri joins Mayfair Hotels & Resorts. Based at the Corporate Office at Bhubaneshwar, he will lead Mayfair’s Operations all over country.
Hotelier India
One of the most prolific personalities in the hospitality industry, Rishi Puri joins Mayfair Hotels & Resorts. Based at the Corporate Office at Bhubaneshwar, he will lead Mayfair’s Operations all over country.
Hotelier India
ROHL bags the prestigious SIHRA Award for ‘Best contribution to hospitality industry in South India’
Royal Orchid Hotels was conferred with the prestigious award for ‘Best Contribution to the Hospitality Industry in South India’ at the South India Hotel and Restaurant Association (SIHRA) annual convention. The award ceremony took place at the inaugural function at the Shangri-La Hotel in Bangalore, Karnataka.
Hotelier India
Royal Orchid Hotels was conferred with the prestigious award for ‘Best Contribution to the Hospitality Industry in South India’ at the South India Hotel and Restaurant Association (SIHRA) annual convention. The award ceremony took place at the inaugural function at the Shangri-La Hotel in Bangalore, Karnataka.
Hotelier India
Thomas Cook India Launches Holiday Mate To Support Its B2B Travel Agent Partners
Thomas Cook (India) Limited has announced the launch of Holiday Mate – a new digital tool to support its B2B travel agents. According to the company release, the digital tool (Holiday Mate) empowers its travel agent partners to deliver swift, seamless and accurate services to the end consumer.
Travel Biz Monitor
Thomas Cook (India) Limited has announced the launch of Holiday Mate – a new digital tool to support its B2B travel agents. According to the company release, the digital tool (Holiday Mate) empowers its travel agent partners to deliver swift, seamless and accurate services to the end consumer.
Travel Biz Monitor
You Can Travel To These 10 International Destinations From India Via Road
We’re advocates for road-tripping, and rightfully so. The feeling of being on the road, with the wind breezing past us, is calming beyond measure. What makes road trips even more special is the actual journey. Travelling through unchartered villages and towns, experiencing the changing scenery and exploring local culture and cuisine adds layers of adventure and learning that not only enrich us as travellers but also enable us to see things from a new, different perspective.
Travel + Leisure
We’re advocates for road-tripping, and rightfully so. The feeling of being on the road, with the wind breezing past us, is calming beyond measure. What makes road trips even more special is the actual journey. Travelling through unchartered villages and towns, experiencing the changing scenery and exploring local culture and cuisine adds layers of adventure and learning that not only enrich us as travellers but also enable us to see things from a new, different perspective.
Travel + Leisure
Reasons why all travellers should visit Kullu Manali
Sitting amid snow-capped mountains, Kullu Manali is a delight for all travellers. Surrounded by beautiful meadows, pine trees, ancient temples, and spectacular hills, this place has something to offer to everyone. However, if you haven’t been to this place yet, we will give you more reasons to go on this trip right away!
Times Travel
Sitting amid snow-capped mountains, Kullu Manali is a delight for all travellers. Surrounded by beautiful meadows, pine trees, ancient temples, and spectacular hills, this place has something to offer to everyone. However, if you haven’t been to this place yet, we will give you more reasons to go on this trip right away!
Times Travel
December is for Mussoorie Winterline Carnival 2022, find out all about it here
Can’t decide how to spend the winter holidays… here's an idea. Head to Mussoorie in the last week of December for the annual Mussoorie Winterline Carnival 2022. The festival is doing a grand comeback after a gap of almost two years due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Come December last week, Mussoorie will be ready to welcome visitors from all over the country and the world to experience the winterline phenomenon. The carnival is going to be a beautiful mix of nature, culture and food, so you better not miss it.
Times Travel
Can’t decide how to spend the winter holidays… here's an idea. Head to Mussoorie in the last week of December for the annual Mussoorie Winterline Carnival 2022. The festival is doing a grand comeback after a gap of almost two years due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Come December last week, Mussoorie will be ready to welcome visitors from all over the country and the world to experience the winterline phenomenon. The carnival is going to be a beautiful mix of nature, culture and food, so you better not miss it.
Times Travel
Travel Industry is doing its bit to connect tourism with the medical services: Harish Khatri, India Assist Insights Pvt Ltd
The travel and hospitality sector faced the worst crisis at the time of pandemic. Industry had witnessed a 80% decrease in traveler movement because of the imposed travel restriction nationally and internationally. Even though travel and tourism is back on track and witnessing an unprecedented growth but we as an industry have learnt the lesson as well now.
Financial Express
The travel and hospitality sector faced the worst crisis at the time of pandemic. Industry had witnessed a 80% decrease in traveler movement because of the imposed travel restriction nationally and internationally. Even though travel and tourism is back on track and witnessing an unprecedented growth but we as an industry have learnt the lesson as well now.
Financial Express
