Number of business jets in APAC increases to 311, report shows
Aviation consultancy firm Asian Sky Group (ASG), has announced the publication of the company’s latest edition of it’s Asia Pacific Business Jet Charter Report.
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India’s newest Novotel in Chennai is high on design and F&B concepts
Newly launched, Novotel Chennai Chamiers Road is the first Novotel with a contemporary design and interiors in India.
SIA launches Dreamliner and new regional cabin products in India
Following the delivery of the world’s very first Boeing Dreamliner to Singapore Airlines in April of this year, the airline has now announced it will be rolling out its 787-10 services to…
Oakwood and Kapil unite to open Hyderabad MICE-focused property
Oakwood Worldwide has announced it will open its second branded property in Hyderabad in 2021, in partnership with the Kapil Group.
Singha Estates partners with Jalboot for Crossroads Maldives
Singha Estates' announcement of new Marina collaboration with Jalboot at Crossroads Maldives displays company's keen interest in the Middle East market.
Travel 2 marks significant sales increase with new brochure
Travel 2, one of the UK's largest long-haul tour operators, has announced a new brochure with incentives for travel agents, as a response to the increased sales in the Middle East and the…
Sarovar Hotels & Resorts opens in Indian smart city Jhansi
Famous for the legend of 'Jhansi ki Rani' the historic city of Jhansi is currently undergoing a facelift under India's ambitious smart city project. Consolidating their foray into Uttar…
Cleartrip acquires Flyin in largest travel space deal in MENA
Further strengthening its leadership position in the region, Cleartrip, the leading mobile and online travel company in the Middle East and India, has come together with Flyin, Saudi…
Imagica ushers the monsoon season with new offers and attractions
Dubbed as India’s favourite theme park destination, Imagica has announced the launch of its third new attraction within six months, designed for visitors during the monsoon season.
Holidays Barometer: A detailed forecast of the world’s travel plans
Europ Assistance, a company that provides healthcare assistance and mobility services, has released the 18th edition of the Holidays Barometer, shedding perspective on the holiday plans of…
Jet Airways to launch first direct connection from Mumbai to Manchester
Opening up travel between India and the North of England, with its latest direct connection to Manchester, Jet Airways will become the largest carrier between the UK and Mumbai.
Tiger state Madhya Pradesh roars with success at UK roadshow
Madhya Pradesh Tourism brought the jungles of India to the UK last week during a three-city UK summer roadshow.
Adventures for Christmas with Voyages to Antiquity
Tick off three Wonders of the World at once, with Voyages to Antiquity this Christmas and New Year.
The next big thing: Thailand outbound travel on the up
Thailand, long a major holiday destination, is starting to become a significant source of outbound travellers - The Next Big Thing Thailand Outbound Travel has revealed.
Sustainable tourism: What Indian millennials demand in travel
India-based Cox & Kings, one of the oldest travel companies in the world, has released research on how Indian millennials demand sustainable tourism and its perception of green holidays.
New partnership to help agents avoid the “onslaught” of OTAs
After signing a deal earlier this month, Advantage Travel Partnership UK and India’s Pricol Travel created Advantage Asia, India’s very first leisure travel consortium. Intrigued, I spoke to…
Indian CBI sets date for Tony Fernandes questioning
Following raids on AirAsia’s India offices in Mumbai on 29 May, investigating allegations of corruption and bribery, India’s Central Bureau of Investigation has summoned CEO Tony Fernandes,…
Delta Airlines makes a comeback in India
Delta Airlines will fly the Indian skies again after its four-year hiatus. Delta announced on Thursday that it will start flying nonstop from the US to Mumbai in 2019.
Jet Airways launch first non-stop flight to North of England
Indian carrier, Jet Airways has announced it will be a new sheen to its roster of flights with its first ever direct service between Manchester Airprt and Mumbai.
Community-based tourism: What we can learn from Little Local
Changing the way India spends its vacations, Little Local promotes responsible tourism. The company encourages people to give back to the community while giving them curated community-based…
Road trip! Cox and Kings launches new driving holiday service Self-Drive 365
Indian travel giant Cox & Kings have announced the launch of Self-Drive 365, a new ‘one-stop road trip planner’, designed to put the driver at the centre of the action. The service…
Pandaw promises never a dull moment on new cruise along the Hooghly
Pandaw, the self-styled ‘pioneer of boutique river expeditions’ in SE Asia has released details of its new week long odyssey on the Lower Ganges, ready to raise its sails at the end of 2018.
Baa Atoll Summer Festival unites six island resorts in one of a kind celebration
Summer has long been a time for celebrations and festivals, a tradition that MATATO (Maldives Association of Travel Agents & Tour Operators) has taken to heart with the launch of the Baa…
Goa Experience new brochure trips out on Delhi, the Taj Mahal and Bengal Tigers
UK tour operator Goa Experience, part of Serenity Holidays, who specialise in holidays to the popular coastal province in the west of India, has updated its list of guided, private tours to…
Voyager of the Seas returns to Singapore in time for the Indian holidays
Royal Caribbean International (RCI) has announced the return of Voyager of the Seas to Singapore to serve its longest-running programme yet.
The first JW Marriott on a paradise island in the Maldives
As part of its growing luxury portfolio, Marriott International has announced the opening of JW Marriott Maldives Resort & Spa on the island of Vagaru in Shaviyani Atoll in Q4 of this…
Lords Hotels & Resorts to launch its fifth hotel in Nepal
Lords Hotels & Resorts, an independent Indian hotel chain announced its plans to build its fifth hotel in Nepal by the end of May 2018.
Grand Hyatt Kochi Bolgatty debuts in South India
Hyatt Hotels Corporation has announced the opening of Grand Hyatt Kochi Bolgatty, the third Grand Hyatt-branded hotel in the country and the first in South India.
75-million strong Indian TV channel to debut in UK
With a reach of over 75 million homes, Travelxp will become India’s first TV channel to enter the UK through the Freeview platform.
Aeromexico and Jet Airways new codeshare “fundamental” to regional connectivity
Aeromexico and Indian international airline Jet Airways have announced a new codeshare agreement this week, allowing passengers to travel between Mexico and India via London to Mexico City,…
StayWell Holdings announce first Park Regis in Southern India
StayWell Holdings has announced a new partnership with Aveda Resort & Spa in Kerala which will see the property rebranded as Park Regis Aveda, the group’s first location in Southern…
Indian Railways makes luxury saloon coach open to public
Previously reserved for only top railway officials, Indian Railways’ luxury saloon coach is now available to the public.
Leading Indian DMC moves to capitalize on growing Dubai MICE
Indian DMC leader Tamarind Global has made its first international MICE move, opening operations in Dubai. They have already have built out a strong Dubai and GCC footprint with their tours…
Roseate Hotels & Resorts to expand in the fast-growing ME market
India-based hotel chain Roseate Hotels & Resorts is scouting for acquisition opportunities to establish its luxury footprint in the fast-growing Middle East market.
Israel Tourism targets 100,000 Indian travellers for 2018
Cashing in on the record breaking numbers of Indian tourists heading to Israel during 2017 -- an impressive growth of 31%, the Israel Ministry of Tourism has launched its new summer campaign…
#LoveToTravel – win a trip to the UK with Cox and Kings’ new VisitBritain campaign
With Brexit fast approaching, VisitBritain has been busy promoting the virtues of the United Kingdom, to assure the rest of the world that leaving the European Union should not act as a…
Booking.com’s battle to claim OTA market share in India
The fight for market share in India is heating up as the Amsterdam-headquartered OTA lists more non-hotel options. This is in light of Booking.com’s recent announcement that it offers five…
Maldivian dreamscape Huvafen Fushi reveals $17K-a-night PlayPen
Adults-only resort Huvafen Fushi unveils its latest offering under the umbrella of The Small Maldives Island Co. – The PlayPen, The Grand Beach Pavilion.
Madhya Pradesh opens land bank to drive Indian tourism
With the flow of INR13 billion (US$195 million) of public and private money pumping through its veins, the Indian state of Madhya Pradesh has created a land bank to drive tourism in the…
Hilton Seychelles Labriz Resort & Spa to open first hotel museum in Indian Ocean
Set in a restored plantation house, the five-star Hilton Seychelles Labriz Resort & Spa on Silhouette Island is opening the Indian Ocean’s first hotel museum, Grann Kaz.
Marriott targets OTA commissions
Marriott continues to hit the news cycle this week, following on from their public commitment to Indian tourism with a press conference in Bengaluru. The hospitality giant has now revealed…
MakeMyTrip and Flipkart announce travel partnership
MakeMyTrip and Flipkart announced a partnership that will leverage the MakeMyTrip, Goibibo, and Redbus products and services to provide Flipkart's customers with online travel bookings.
AccorHotels acquires 50% stake in South Africa’s Mantis Group
AccorHotels has announced today a strategic partnership with Mantis Group, a South Africa-based hospitality and travel conglomerate.
Mantis Group owns a collection of privately-owned,…
“A most exciting period” Radisson to double Indian portfolio in 4 years
With its new rebrand fully up and running, Radisson Hotel Group has revealed details of the company's expansion plans during the Hotel Investment Conference South Asia (HICSA) 2018.
CWT Meetings & Events new senior director to harness APAC MICE potential
Carlson Wagonlit Travel’s dedicated MICE division CWT Meetings & Events has signed up Sam Lay, as its new senior director for Asia Pacific.
SimpliFlying launches airline crisis command centre as subscription service
The 21st century and the rise of the internet and social media has made the world more connected, and, on many occasions, a lot more judgemental. Whereas it once took a natural disaster to…
Renovated Heritage Le Château in Mauritius opens presidential suite
After an extensive renovation of the 19th-century mansion, Heritage Resorts has revealed the all-new Heritage Le Chateau in Mauritius.
Marriott celebrates 100th Indian hotel with commitment to 50 new sites and a total of 30,000 rooms
Marriott International has been particularly industrious over the last few months, revealing the details of its most successful year with the opening of thirty five hotels in Europe during…
Should FlipKart launch a travel marketplace?
Is India's ecommerce giant Flipkart building plans to enter online travel? We look at the company and its history - and why it might be well-placed to build the country's biggest OTA.…
Emirates might owe you money in light of the new Supreme Court ruling – AirHelp tells you how to claim
The UK Supreme Court has declined the Emirates appeal of its enforcement of passenger rights legislation. What should travelers or agencies do on behalf of their travelers now?
Amadeus wins contract for Flight Centre’s distribution business in EMEA and Asia
Two industry heavyweights come together today as Amadeus and Flight Centre announce their strategic partnership to drive progress for compliance with IATAs' NDC (New Distribution Capability)…
Indian tourism sector to surge towards $48 billion by 2020 and ten million jobs by 2028, reports WTTC
It has been revealed today that India can expect to look forward to adding a further ten million jobs to the travel and tourism industry in the next ten years, if the right procedures are…
Did India’s 70th Independence Day create an upsurge in holiday makers?
Incredible India, as it is sometimes called, has a lot to offer, whether it is considered as a honeymoon destination, a spiritual trip in a search for the lost Zen, or just an ordinary…
From military regiment to experiential travel education: 260 years of C&K
From its 1758 assignment to the Foot Guard regiment in India, Cox & Kings is now a diversified multinational travel conglomerate made up of three key verticals – leisure, education, and…
Why India needs US$255 billion of aircraft by 2036
The demand placed on Indian aviation, for both passenger and freight traffic, seems unable to stop growing. So, it should come as no great surprise that the industry needs to seriously…
‘Opaque booking format works for both hoteliers and guests’ – Travelspice co-founder
We sat down with Travelspice co-founder and CFO Ankit Manglik for a short chat on the success of its opaque booking format, its future plans, and why its team chose “Kitney Mein Chahiye?” as…
Get the most out of India’s Holi 2018 at these immersive hot spots
Holi 2018, one of the world’s most colourful festivals is fast-approaching and we’re giving you some of the best spots in India to celebrate.
Carlson Rezidor re-brand and revitalise Park Plaza Kolkata Ballygunge
Park Plaza Kolkata Ballygunge today announced its rebranding to Radisson Kolkata Ballygunge. Located in upscale South Kolkata neighborhood Ballygunge, the hotel is within proximity of the…
Virgin Group: Richard Branson and India announce $55 billion Hyperloop project
Richard Branson and The Indian State of Maharashtra announced their intent to build a Virgin Hyperloop between Pune and Mumbai, this weekend. Beginning with an operational demonstration…
Indian routes stand-out performers of Cathay lacklustre January figures
Cathay Pacific Group today released combined Cathay Pacific and Cathay Dragon traffic figures for January 2018 that show a decrease in number of passengers carried and an increase in cargo…
Startup adds more spice to Indian travel, tech sectors
Opaque hotel booking platform Travelspice was recently named 2018 Travel Tech Startup of the Year by the ELEVATE100 entrepreneurship programme.
Indian tech-capital receives luxe upgrade with new Four Seasons Hotel Bengaluru
Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts and Indian developers Embassy Group, will open a new Four Seasons Hotel and Private Residences later this year in Bengaluru, one of India’s fastest growing…
Sarovar: Indian hotel group builds religious tourism in Jammu and Kashmir
Sarovar Hotels have added another pilgrim destination, Katra - Jammu and announces the signing of two hotels, The Vaishnodevi Sarovar Portico and Shri Vaishnodevi Sarovar Portico marking…
Hilton achieves landmark performance in APAC region
In 2017, Hilton achieved breakthrough growth and expansion in the Asia Pacific region with 40 new hotels opened. It now has a total of 220 hotels in operation with 415 still in the pipeline.
Umaid Bhawan Palace, Jodhpur named as best hotel in India
Umaid Bhawan Palace, Jodhpur has been named the Best Hotel in India by the world’s largest travel site, TripAdvisor in their coveted annual Travellers’ Choice Awards. The magnificent palace…
Hilton unveil new leadership for India
Hilton has announced the appointments of Navjit Ahluwalia (main picture - left) as senior vice president and country head for India, and Jatin Khanna as vice president and head of…
Jazeera Airways embarks on new journey into India
Jazeera Airways has recently inaugurated flights into Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport, Ahmedabad and held a press conference in Ahmedabad on 18th January, in front of travel…
Katerina Giannouka “delighted” with Country Inns & Suites re-branding
Country Inns & Suites By Carlson has announced it has changed its name to Country Inn & Suites by Radisson. This strategic name change will allow the brand and the individual hotels…
APAC’s largest travel trade show OTM begins in Mumbai
OTM, the largest travel trade show in the Asia Pacific region, began yesterday. The three day event is being held at Bombay Exhibition Centre in Mumbai. The event was inaugurated in the…
Conrad Hotels & Resorts opens latest luxury Indian hotspot
Conrad Hotels & Resorts today celebrates further expansion in India with the opening of Conrad Bengaluru. Soaring 24 stories above Bengaluru’s Central Business District, the new…
Half of all Indian aviation equities up for sale to foreign investors
The first session of China Aviation Trends Conference was held on January 12, 2018 (CST), focusing on Indian aviation market opportunities. Professionals from Chinese and Indian governments,…
Beyond Delhi: Discover 5 destinations within easy reach of India’s capital
There are tons of benefits of living in a city like Delhi as it is a mesmerizing combination of old world charm and modernity. Mughal era masterpieces, heritage sites and scenic places of…
Virgin Atlantic present new Country Manager for India
Virgin Atlantic has announced the appointment of David Hodges as the new country manager for its India operations. In his new role, David will drive Virgin’s business at a strategic and…
Q&A: Vivek Katheriya at Traveltek Group Ltd
Traveltek is a technology provider for the global travel industry and in Q4 2017, opened a Middle East headquarters in Dubai. The UK company’s regional sales manager for India and MENA,…
Nine of the best: agoda reveal their top new hotels from 2017
Over the past year agoda’s accommodation listings have doubled, and now the fastest-growing online travel booking platform offers over 2 million properties worldwide. With so many new…
Vistara excited to bring ‘new feeling of flying’ to Chennai
Indian full-service carrier, Vistara, has announced the addition of Chennai to its steadily expanding network, making it the 22nd destination on the airline’s network. Effective February…
Air Asia X increases flights to the Maldives
AirAsia is increasing its Maldives operations with the commencement of additional services to be operated by its long-haul affiliate AirAsia X, in addition to the daily flights currently…
SAP Concur brings continued innovation to create “moments of delight”
SAP Concur, a popular provider of expense, travel and invoice management solutions, has unveiled the deeper integration of two powerful brands to provide a truly connected, customer-centric …
Lemon Tree Hotels gets IPO approval from SEBI
Lemon Tree Hotels receives approval from The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) to sell shares of its company in an initial public offering (IPO). The hotel chain is the 46th firm…
Atmosphere Resorts: Nine essential activities for Maldives in 2018
The Maldives conjures up images of white sand beaches and turquoise waters, but in fact there’s more to the tropical nation than meets the eye. Indian Ocean resort brand Atmosphere Hotels…
Hyatt Place GM wins ‘General Manager of the Year’ at Hotelier India Awards
Ms. Maulina Gupta, general manager of Hyatt Place Gurgaon has won the prestigious award at Hotelier India Awards 2017 held on December 20th, 2017 at JW Marriott Aerocity
The new Indian wayfarer: young, digital, globetrotting
India remains a favourite of global travellers for its natural beauty and impressive architecture. So how do we explain the recent trend of Indian vacationers going to faraway continents…
Hyderabad gives Indian medical tourism a shot in the arm
In view of a massive rise in the number of medical tourists visiting Hyderabad every year, the city is all set to launch a facilitation centre in January 2018. The centre will be launched by…
Taj Hotels: new websites smash the language barrier — good news for TA’s
The influence of technology on the hotel industry has never been more prominent than it is today. With a digitally heightened future for the travel, tourism and hospitality industry, Taj…
Vistara brings the Christmas cheer to 400 kids with Salaam Balak Trust
Vistara celebrated the festive season with 400 children of Salaam Balak Trust, a non-profit and non-governmental organization that provides a caring environment to street children. Vistara…
Tourism at the centre of Uttar Pradesh and South Korea new partnership
The Uttar Pradesh government today signed a memorandum of understanding with South Korea to enhance cooperation in the field of tourism, skill development, culture and farming.
Maarkazhi Thiruvaathirai: India smooth the way for Sri Lankan pilgrims
The Government of India has agreed to facilitate the travel of Sri Lankan pilgrims through a ferry from Kankasanthurai in the North to Chennai in the State of Tamil Nadu.
Karma Group: meet the Dalai Lama’s new neighbours
Karma Group have announced the acquisition of a new property in Dharamshala, in the upper reaches of the Kangra Valley in India. Dharamshala is the adopted home of the Dalai Lama and the…
Expedia India’s new ad is rather a nice surprise
Expedia has launched its new ad campaign for its Indian consumers themed- What a pleasant surprise! The advert, conceptualized by Taproot Dentsu, aims to acquire new shoppers and customers…
Crowne Plaza Hotels reveal the secrets to productive business trips on International Tea Day
In an endeavour to enhance the productivity of business travellers, Crowne Plaza Hotels & Resorts, partnered with acclaimed tea sommelier Anamika Singh to create a stimulating Exotic Tea…
Hospitality veteran and culinary master Ajay Chaudhry makes India proud
Ajay Chaudhry has been awarded with "International Icon of the year for promoting Asian Cuisine Globally" for his outstanding contribution in putting Asian cuisine on the global map by Mr.…
UAE Exchange India Team says thanks to Metro Hyderabad
As a response to the rising public transport needs and to mitigate escalating vehicular traffic, Hyderabad city launched the longest Metro rail in the Indian Metro project, inaugurated by…
MTDC: Why were 2500 horses transported to Maharashtra?
Maharashtra Tourism Development Corporation has organised Sarangkheda Chetak Festival 2017 from 3rd December 2017 to 2nd Jan 2018 to attract domestic and foreign tourists in Nandurbar…
APAC leads Global Aviation Market: India stands out with 20% domestic growth
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced global passenger traffic results for October showing that demand (measured in revenue passenger kilometres, or RPKs) rose 7.2…
Condé Nast Traveller India: The big winners from India’s glam travel event
Condé Nast Traveller Travel Awards (RTA) took place at Andaz Delhi, Aerocity, New Delhi, on 27th November 2017 with invitees comprising industry leaders, influencers, and marquee names from…
Cox & Kings wins ‘India’s favourite Tour Operator’ at Condé Nast Traveller RTA
Cox & Kings Ltd., the popular Indian tour operator, was crowned winner at the seventh edition of Condé Nast Traveller Reader’s Travel Awards (RTA). It bagged the prestigious title of…
FIT Ruums arrives in Japan to take advantage of tourism boom
FIT Ruums, Webjet Group’s B2B travel distributor in Asia, has taken a major step forward in its global expansion strategy with the launch of its first Japanese office in Osaka.
Centara Hotels and Resorts 3 point plan for change
Following Centara’s recent announcement that it had strengthened its management team by welcoming back seasoned industry professional Markland Blaiklock, in a newly formed role of Deputy…
ITDC invites state tourist boards to unite in growth, profit and prosperity
The Management of India Tourism Development Corporation (ITDC) invited State Tourism corporations and departments, from Pan India for a round table discussion to find possible solutions to…
Preferred Hotels & Resorts 25 new additions includes 8 in Asia
Preferred Hotels & Resorts has announced the addition of 25 new member hotels and resorts across eight countries between August and October 2017. From beachfronts in Hawaii to culture…
AMEX signs former Global Business Travel Association India board member
American Express Global Business Travel (GBT) announces today the appointment of Ashish Kishore as the new Managing Director for GBT, India. In his new role, Ashish will have overall…
What do Vistara do that other Indian airlines don’t?
Vistara, the Indian full service carrier, has been voted the ‘Best Airline (Domestic) 2017’ by the readers of luxury travel magazine, in India, for the second year in a row. The award was…
BLS helps Algerians to work, rest and play – in India
BLS International Services Ltd., Indian specialists in outsourcing of visa, passport, attestation and citizen services to the governments and diplomatic missions globally, signs the…
How and why? luxury brand works to aid community prosperity
Soneva has entered an official partnership with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) to encourage greater collaboration on numerous events and projects, in line with the…
Why Indian tourists can’t get enough of Israel
Israel, for the second consecutive year has broken its tourism record in India along with reaching a whopping 3 million tourists arrival mark this year. More than 49,000 Indians have already…
Business or pleasure: Which new Indore hotel has got it all?
Marriott International brings its namesake Marriott Hotels & Resorts brand to Indore today with the opening of the 218-room Indore Marriott Hotel. Marriott Hotels brand is evolving…
GST reduction “will bring some disruptions” says HRAWI president
Dilip Datwani, president of the Hotel and Restaurant Association of Western India (HRAWI), issued a statement, at the end of last week, asserting the HRAWI’s stance on the recent, and in…
SATA 2017: Poetree Sarovar Portico wins “Leading Romantic Resort in South Asia”
Poetree Sarovar Portico Thekkady wins the laurel of Leading Romantic Resort/Hotel in South India at SATA 2017 (South Asian Travel Awards).
The award was received by Shri R. Reghunath,…
Carlson Rezidor Hotel Group sign up Radisson Blu Resort Maldives
Carlson Rezidor Hotel Group have announced the signing of a management agreement for Radisson Blu Resort Maldives with Chang Hua Holdings. Scheduled to open in the first quarter of 2019, the…
Sarovar Hotels & Resorts reveal new GM for The Promenade
Sarovar Hotels & Resorts announced the appointment of Vijay Raina as GM of The Promenade and Le Dupleix, Pondicherry, yesterday.
Incredible India announces year of adventure travel
Incredible India has announced 2018 as the year of adventure travel at this year's WTM.
As part of the adventure travel initiative for next year, the aim is to drive tourism to the…
BESydney: Indian MICE market doubles in size
Pirate ships, buried treasure, sailing regattas, and racing through sand dunes on quad bikes were all on offer as Business Events Sydney (BESydney) hosted six of India’s leading MICE agents…
Alibaug Radisson Blu Resort & Spa: The best leisure hotel in West India
The five star resort property in Alibaug; Radisson Blu Resort & Spa was named the ‘Best LeisureHotel – 2017’ at the fourth edition of the West India Travel Awards, held at Ahmedabad.
Incredible India to celebrate spiritual tourism at WTM
In line with the increasing focus on experiential and wellness travel in the UK market, Incredible India will showcase a lively celebration of spiritual tourism at WTM this year. …
‘Incredible India’ campaign launched in Egypt
India launched a campaign to woo Egyptian travellers and make them aware of the magnificent holiday options in the country. The month-long “Incredible India!” campaign has been organised by…
Thomas Cook India to acquire Tata Capital’s travel & forex business
The Board of Thomas Cook (India) Ltd. has approved the signing of a definitive agreement with Tata Capital Limited to acquire its wholly owned subsidiaries, Tata Capital Forex Limited…
Indian traveller goes mobile
Diving deeper into the customer preference data collected using Netcore’s smart platform, HelloTravel, travel and holiday marketplace has revealed several key trends that highlight the…
Maharashtra allows building of resorts within 5 km of forest reserve
To boost eco-tourism in the state of Maharashtra, the state government has decided to permit hotels and resorts in the periphery of national parks and wildlife sanctuaries. A notification…
Goa Experience adds two India tours
Goa Experience has added two India tours to its collection exploring the Indian sub-continent.
Both the new tours offer game drives in Ranthambore’s National Park, the largest reserve…
Kerala launches ‘Responsible Tourism Mission’ project
Kadakampalli Surendran, Minister of Tourism, Government of Kerala inaugurated ‘Responsible Tourism Mission’ project aimed at the development of local communities and growth of tourism to…
Indian Hotels Company appoints new CEO
Indian Hotels Company Limited (IHCL) has appointed Puneet Chhatwal as its new CEO. He was earlier the CEO of Deutsche Hospitality, which owns the Steigenburger chain of hotels in Europe,…
Sustainable operator shares tribal Northeast India with UK travel trade
Greener Pastures, a sustainable travel company based in Northeast India, promoting responsible tours, is looking to build relationships with the UK travel agents and opportunities with UK…
Karnataka promotes festival tourism
The Department of Tourism, Government of Karnataka, plans to promote tourism in the state through special tour packages for the upcoming Dussehra festival. The department, through its arm…
MakeMyTrip teams up with Travelport to expand content
India's largest online travel agency, MakeMyTrip, has signed a major new agreement with Travelport.
Under the terms of the deal with InterGlobe Technology Quotient (ITQ), Travelport's…
Hilton forays into pilgrimage towns in India
Hilton has announced the signing of a management agreement with Trillion Real Estate & Properties Private Limited for a new DoubleTree by Hilton property in Shirdi, Maharashtra.…
TruJet to expand fleet in India
India’s regional carrier TruJet, which has bagged 18 routes under the UDAN scheme, aims to raise its fleet size to up to eight aircraft by March 2018. It will also look at increasing the…
Tourism Australia and Queensland unveils new programme for India
Tourism Australia is celebrating the year 2017 as 50 years of promoting the destination across the globe. To mark the event, Tourism Australia along with Tourism & Events Queensland…
Johor Bahru gets first direct link to India
Johor Bahru, the Malaysian city that neighbours Singapore, will get its first direct air link to India later this year.
AirAsia will continue to expand its international network from…
7.4% growth in Foreign Tourist Arrivals in July 2017
On the basis of nationality-wise, port-wise data received from Bureau of Immigration (BOI), the Ministry of Tourism (MoT) in India has revealed the number of Foreign Tourist Arrivals (FTAs)…
Where to Stay: the latest hotels in KL, Nagoya, Colombo and more
Favehotel Tuban
Location: On Basuki Rachmad Road in Tuban, the seaport in East Java, three hours' drive from Surabaya's Juanda International Airport
Grade: Economy
Keys: 105…
Technology sector drives Indian business travel
The US remains one of the most popular destinations for business travel from India, with seven American cities listed among the Top 10 destinations outside of Asia-Pacific for such…
Skyscanner makes monsoon travelling easy
Global travel search engine, Skyscanner has introduced a new tool aiding the Indian travelers to plan a vacation that the weather won’t put a dampener on.
The interactive Monsoon Planner…
Formerly Delta exec becomes Jet’s new CEO
Vinay Dube has been announced as the new chief executive officer of Jet Airways.
An experienced aviation professional with almost three decades of experience, Dube has held roles with…
Thailand witnesses 15% surge in Indian tourists
Thailand has registered a 15% growth in Indian tourist arrivals in the first half of 2017, thanks to more direct flights from various Indian destinations. India is ranked sixth in terms of…
India leads in domestic air traffic growth, says IATA
India led global markets with a domestic air traffic growth of about 20.3% in June, according to International Air Transport Association (IATA). “India led all markets with a 20.3% rise in…
Carlson Inn & Suites debuts in Kota
Country Inn & Suites by Carlson opened its first hotel in Kota, Rajasthan making it the first-ever international brand to have presence in the city. Located within the proximity to…
Adventure tourism on India’s radar
To make India the preferred destination for adventure lovers, Adventure Tour Operators Association of India (ATOAI) will host its 13th annual convention in the backwaters of Kumarakom,…
India records 13% growth in domestic tourists
The number of domestic tourist visits to all States/Union Territories (UTs), including the visits for religious and medical purpose, rose to 161.4 crore in 2016 from 143.2 crore in 2015,…
Indian airlines to need 2,100 new jets
Indian airlines will need to purchase 2,100 new jet aircraft valued at US$290 billion over the next 20 years, a new report has predicted.
According to Boeing's latest Current Market…
Thai AirAsia plans Indian double
Thai AirAsia will significantly boost its Indian network next month with the launch of two new routes.
The Bangkok-based low-cost carrier will kick off its expansion on 28 September…
Asian air route updates from Thai Smile, Lao Airlines, Jetstar and more
Thai Smile flies to Lucknow
Where? Bangkok (Thailand) to Lucknow (India)
When? Four times a week, effective immediately
Who? Thai Smile
Why? Thai Airways' regional subsidiary taps…
Commercial flights to resume at Pondicherry
Commercial flights will resume at Pondicherry Airport next month, for the first time since 2015.
The union territory in southern India, also known as Puducherry, has been without…
Indian tourism surges in first half
India's tourism industry continued to experience strong double-digit growth in the first half of 2017.
According to the latest figures from India's Ministry of Tourism, the country…
India, Bangladesh to develop waterway connections
India and Bangladesh have signed an agreement to connect the two countries via new waterways.
The Economic Times reported India's Minister for Road Transport, Highways & shipping,…
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China gets reconnected to Belgrade
Where? Beijing (China) to Belgrade (Serbia)
When? Twice a week, effective 15 September 2017
Who? Hainan Airlines
Why? Expanding links with Europe as…
Funway offers South East Asian style weddings
New for 2017, Funway Holidays is offering South East Asian (Indian) style weddings as part of its new partnership with AMResorts.
These are multi-day events, which AMResorts specialise…
New payment solution created for Indian public transport
A new solution has been created to make public transport payments in India easier, faster and safer.
Cardtek, the global payment technology company, has worked with Axis Bank to…
Vistara opens check-in desk on Delhi Metro
Vistara has teamed up with the operator of the Delhi Metro to introduce check-in and baggage drop facilities at New Delhi station on the Airport Express Line.
Available from this…
Air India goes vegetarian to cut costs
Air India will only serve vegetarian meals to passengers on its all-economy class domestic flights in future, as a means of reducing costs.
The Economic Times reports that the…
Carlson Rezidor expands in Rajasthan
Carlson Rezidor Hotel Group has continued to expand its presence across India with the launch of a new midscale hotel in the city of Kota, Rajasthan.
The company is already India's…
Vistara names new CEO
Leslie Thng has been appointed CEO of Vistara, Singapore Airlines' Indian joint venture.
A former chief executive of SilkAir, Thng was previously the chief commercial officer of…
Indian air traffic accelerates again
Demand for domestic air travel in India continues to surge, with the pace of growth accelerating in May 2017.
According to the latest monthly data from IATA, Indian passenger traffic…
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Element Foshan Nanhai
Location: In Shishan Town, close to Nanhai Central Park in southern China's Guangdong province
Grade: Upscale
Keys: 329
Facilities: Restaurant, lounge, 24/7…
Airport rail link set for Bengaluru
The southern city of Bengaluru could soon be more accessible after it was revealed that plans are being considered for a new airport rail link.
With traffic at the city's Kempegowda…
THAI aims to drive Indian traffic
Thai Airways International recently hosted an event in Bangkok aimed at driving more passenger traffic on its routes to India.
The national carrier's executives welcomed travel agents,…
Cosmos reports fastest growth in demand for India
Cosmos reports that bookings have doubled in a year to India, making it the fastest growing long haul holiday choice for customers.
Rob Goodwin, Cosmos’ head of product &…
AirAsia India to go international
AirAsia India is aiming to launch international operations later this year, following the expansion of its fleet.
The Economic Times reported the low-cost carrier's CEO, Amar Abrol,…
Strong growth for Indian domestic tourism
India's domestic tourism industry continued to surge in 2016, with inter-state visitation seeing double-digit growth.
A total of 1.61 billion domestic tourism trips were registered by…
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Air Canada adds new passage to India
Where? Toronto (Canada) to Mumbai (India)
When? Four times a week, effective immediately
Who? Air Canada
Why? National carrier continues…
SIA starts flying A350 to India
Singapore Airlines will introduce its newest aircraft, the Airbus A350, to India on 1 July.
The aircraft will be deployed on the airline's daily Singapore-Mumbai services, taking over…
Government to sell stake in Air India
The Indian government has approved plans to sell a stake in national carrier Air India.
Channel NewsAsia reported the country's Finance Minister, Arun Jaitley, as saying this week…
Indian traffic drives growth at Changi Airport
Rising passenger traffic on routes to and from India boosted Singapore's Changi Airport last month.
The hub handled a total of 5.0 million passengers in May 2017, up 4.6% compared to…
CWT appoints new CEO in India
Carlson Wagonlit Travel (CWT) has appointed Vishal Sinha as its new chief executive officer for India.
Based at CWT India's head office in Gurgaon, near Delhi, Sinha takes over from…
Indonesia’s Batik Air to launch trio of Indian routes
Indonesia's Batik Air has revealed plans to launch its first three routes to India.
The Bali Post reports that in the coming weeks, the airline will start flying from Medan to Chennai,…
Indian hotel sector on the rise
India's hotel sector performed strongly in May 2017, with rate and occupancy growth leading to a sharp rise in revenue per available room (revPAR).
According to the latest monthly data…
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IndiGo boosts domestic network
Where? Delhi to Chennai (both India)
When? Daily, effective immediately
Who? IndiGo
Why? India's largest domestic carrier, in terms of market share,…
FIT Ruums ramps up operations in India
FIT Ruums, Webjet’s Asian B2B travel brand, has arrived in India and is already ramping up its operations in the country.
The company, which first launched in November 2016, recently…
SpiceJet pens deal for 40 new Boeing jets
SpiceJet has continued its recovery with the placement of a major order for 40 new Boeing aircraft.
The deal, which was confirmed at this week's Paris Air Show and is valued at US$4.7…
Cox & Kings opens four Holiday Clubs in Delhi
Cox & Kings has opened new Holiday Clubs at four shopping malls in New Delhi.
The tour operator said the new retail outlets would "cater to the holiday requirements of customers…
Indian arrivals jump almost 20%
International visitor arrivals to India increased strongly in May 2017, driven by the rising popularity of the country's e-tourist visa scheme.
According to data from India's Ministry…
Flight Centre expands retail footprint in India
Flight Centre Travel Group (FCTG) has expanded its presence in India with the opening of its first retail outlet in the Gujarati city of Surat.
Flight Shop, the Indian leisure travel…
Jet Airways gets connected to Mexico
Jet Airways has signed a new agreement that will allow Indian passengers to connect to Mexico.
The Mumbai-based airline has penned a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Aeromexico…
Kolkata to get India’s first underwater metro
Kolkata's metro network is being extended under the Hooghly River, making it the first "underwater" metro line in India.
The Times of India reports that the new line will link the…
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AirAsia launches Borneo's new intra-island route
Where? Kuching (Malaysia) to Pontianak (Indonesia)
When? Daily, effective immediately
Who? AirAsia
Why? Low-cost carrier expands…
Jet adds first class on the Delhi-Singapore route
Jet Airways has introduced a first class cabin on its daily flights between Delhi and Singapore.
The premium cabin is now available after the Indian carrier introduced its largest…
Preferred adds Chedi Mumbai as 30th Indian hotel
Preferred Hotels & Resorts has entered into a partnership with Singapore-based hotel group GHM to represent The Chedi Mumbai, as part of its Lifestyle Collection.
Scheduled to…
India’s UN tourism ranking boosted by non-resident arrivals
India's international tourism ranking has risen sharply, following a change in the way the country records its visitor arrivals.
When it compiles its data for international visitor…
Japan and Korea create combined tours for Indian holidaymakers
The tourism boards of Japan and South Korea have teamed to create a series of new joint itineraries for Indian travellers.
The Japan National Tourism Organization (JNTO) and Korea…
Delhi Metro launches new Heritage Line
Delhi's Metro network has entered the capital's ancient "Walled City" for the first time, with the launch of the new Heritage Line.
The new line opened on 28 May and features stations…
Sarovar opens Kenyan airport hotel
India's Sarovar Hotels has opened a new high-end hotel at Nairobi's Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA).
The Lazizi Premiere Nairobi was inaugurated recently by HE Uhuru…
Vistara eyes international future with new Airbus jet
Vistara has taken delivery of its first Airbus A320neo - the new fuel-efficient single-aisle aircraft.
The airline, which is a joint venture between Singapore Airlines and Tata, has…
Jet Airways adds to London-Mumbai service
Jet Airways has announced the introduction of its third, non-stop, daily service between London Heathrow and Mumbai.
Beginning October 2017, as part of the airline’s winter schedule, the…
Cox & Kings names top destinations for Indian vegetarians
Dubai, the UK and Singapore have been identified as the most “vegetarian-friendly” destinations for Indian travellers.
In a survey, Cox & Kings Survey found that these three…
Air India to start Scandinavian service
Air India has unveiled plans to launch its first direct flight to Scandinavia.
The national carrier will commence non-stop services between Delhi and Stockholm, the capital of Sweden,…
Indian tourism soars in April
India welcomed 740,000 international visitors in April 2017
India's tourism industry continues to flourish, with the country registering a sharp increase in terms of international…
Asian air route updates: new flights from Garuda, KLM, AirAsia and more…
Bali gets another Chinese connection
Where? Bali (Indonesia) to Chengdu (China)
When? Three times a week, effective 22 May 2017
Who? Garuda Indonesia
Why? Part of the Indonesian…
Where to Stay: New APAC hotels from Hilton, Dusit, Minor and more…
Novotel Lucknow Gomti Nagar
Location: In the centre of Lucknow, the capital of Uttar Pradesh
Grade: Midscale
Keys: 106
Facilities: Four F&B outlets including a rooftop…
Carlson Rezidor partners online restaurant tool in India
Carlson Rezidor Hotel Group has formed a new partnership with Dineout, India’s largest restaurant reservation service.
The agreement will enable Indian diners to make online bookings…
Novotel arrives in India’s most populous state
AccorHotels has launched its Novotel brand in Uttar Pradesh, the most populous state in India.
The new Novotel Lucknow Gomti Nagar is located in the centre of the state capital,…
Bollywood star becomes brand ambassador for Yatra
Yatra.com, the Indian online travel company, has appointed Bollywood superstar Ranbir Kapoor as its new brand ambassador.
The company said that the announcement is timed to coincide…
IndiGo buys 50 ATRs to enter Indian regional market
IndiGo has placed its first ever aircraft order with ATR as it bids to enter the Indian regional market.
The low-cost carrier has agreed to purchase 50 ATR 72-600 aircraft in a deal…
Indonesia AirAsia starts flying to India
Indonesia AirAsia Extra, the long-haul low-cost carrier, will launch its first flights to India this week.
On Friday 19 May 2017, the airline will start flying from Bali to Mumbai,…
Indian government to divest three more hotels
The state-run India Tourism Development Corporation (ITDC) is planning to divest three more of its hotels.
The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs, which is chaired by Prime Minister…
Indian Himalayan camps reopen for summer
Two luxury tented camps in the Indian Himalayas are preparing to reopen for the summer season.
The Ultimate Travelling Camp's Chamba Camp Thiksey and Chamba Camp Diskit are both…
Etihad adds more capacity in Kerala
Etihad Airways is marking 10 years of flying to Kerala with the addition of more flights to the southern Indian state.
The Abu Dhabi-based airline has launched a fourth daily flight to…
Asian air route updates: new flights from Korean Air, Vietjet, Air Canada and more…
Korean Air connects Seoul with Spain
Where? Seoul (South Korea) to Barcelona (Spain)
When? Three times a week, effective immediately
Who? Korean Air
Why? Rising demand for flights…
AccorHotels opens first ibis Styles in India
AccorHotels has opened its first ibis Styles hotel in India, located in Goa.
The 197-room ibis Styles Goa Calangute is located within walking distance from Tivai Beach and provides…
AirAsia India soars in first quarter
AirAsia India experienced a sharp rise in passenger traffic in the first quarter of 2017, as the fledgling low-cost carrier continued to expand its operations.
For the three months to…
Jet, Etihad to promote Maharashtra tourism
Jet Airways and Etihad have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to help promote tourism to Maharashtra.
A new partnership with the Indian state's government will see the two…
Indian tourism achieves record first quarter
India welcomed a record number of international visitors in the first quarter of 2017.
The total of 2.85 million arrivals for the January-March 2017 period marked a 13.7% increase…
