Reports

UK business travel set to reach a record of £68 billion

Kanchan Nath Nov 21,2024

After a challenging few years for the travel sector, it has been reported that the UK’s business travel spending is expected to reach a record-breaking £68 billion by the end of 2024, exceeding pre-pandemic levels.

Training

HSMAI MEA partners with Sommet Education

Kanchan Nath Nov 21,2024

The Hospitality Sales & Marketing Association International (HSMAI) Middle East & Africa (MEA) and Sommet Education, representing prestigious institutions specialized in Hospitality Management such as Les Roches and Glion Institute of Higher Education, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to launch a collaborative venture aimed at advancing professional development, thought leadership, and educational excellence within the hospitality sector.

Airlines and Aviation

Emirates highlights fleet modernization and customer experience upgrades

Kanchan Nath Nov 21,2024

Emirates' third quarter (Q3) (01 July to 30 September) advertising campaign showcased a strong commitment to enhancing the customer experience through significant fleet modernization and innovative technology.

Abu Dhabi

Miral and the Yas SeaWorld Research & Rescue Center lead beach cleanup

Kanchan Nath Nov 21,2024

Over 250 passionate employees, students, and community members, came together for a beach cleanup initiative at Al Bahya Beach - Al Sadr Slipway in Abu Dhabi, resulting in the collection of an impressive 961 kg of waste and a remarkable transformation of the shoreline.

Dubai

Aquaventure World invites guests to attempt to break Guinness World Records titles for an action-packed weekend

Kanchan Nath Nov 21,2024

Aquaventure World, a Guinness World Records title holder for the most waterslides in a waterpark, invites guests of all ages to make history during the Guinness World Records™ Tour on Saturday 7th and Sunday 8th December.

Reports

Booking.com’s nine predictions for travel in 2025

Kanchan Nath Nov 21,2024

Booking.com’s annual Travel Predictions research* reveals that instead of retreating, many travellers want to redefine how they experience and engage with the world around them.

Tourism

Goa Tourism to participate in Tashkent International Tourism Fair 2024

Kanchan Nath Nov 21,2024

Goa Tourism is all set to participate in the Tashkent International Tourism Fair (TITF) 2024, scheduled to be held at CAEx, Tashkent, Uzbekistan, from 21st to 23rd November.

Cambodia

Cambodia – India Tourism Forum 2024

Kanchan Nath Nov 21,2024

At the Borei Angkor Hotel, on the morning of October 31, 2024HUOT Hak, Minister of Tourism, presided over the opening ceremony of the "Cambodia-India Tourism Forum 2024."

Hospitality

Aaroha Musical Wellness announces musical healing retreat at Punarnava Wellness Resort, Dehradun

Kanchan Nath Nov 21,2024

Vaishnavacharya Shree Abhishek Goswami Maharaj will introduce the theme of the three-day spiritual Aaroha Musical Wellness retreat, a unique event blending classical and Sufi music with wellness practices and spiritual insights for healing the mind, body, and spirit through Interactive workshops with spiritual gurus and Aura masters for physical and mental well-being. 

Mergers & Acquisitions

MakeMyTrip to acquire Happay Expense Management Platform from CRED

Kanchan Nath Nov 21,2024

MakeMyTrip announced that it has signed a Business Transfer Agreement to acquire Happay Expense Management Platform from CRED. 

Airlines and Aviation

United sees nearly 30% surge in travel to European Christmas Markets

Kanchan Nath Nov 20,2024

According to a recent survey, more Americans are spending their holiday budgets on unique experiences instead of gifts.

Airlines and Aviation

Delta to serve Shake Shack burgers on flights

Kanchan Nath Nov 20,2024

Delta’s first-of-its-kind partnership with Shake Shack will begin on flights out of Boston on Dec. 1, with plans for expansion to other U.S. markets throughout 2025.

Reports

Business Travel Industry reflects on a resilient 2024

Kanchan Nath Nov 20,2024

New GBTA research highlights strong global optimism, increased budgets and shifting travel patterns across regions as companies navigate the future.

Events

Europalco unveils a bold immersive experience at IBTM World 2024

Kanchan Nath Nov 20,2024

Europalco, the largest provider of solutions for events and shows in Southern Europe, is showcasing its expertise at IBTM World 2024, starting on 19th November for three consecutive days at Fira Barcelona Gran Via.

UK

Travelodge to open its first hotel on Isle of Man 

Kanchan Nath Nov 20,2024

Travelodge, the UK’s first budget hotel brand, which operates over 600 hotels across the UK, Ireland and Spain, has announced that it has exchanged contracts for a new hotel in Douglas, Isle of Man.

Training

Over 500 East London students participate in London City Airport’s STEM in Aviation Day

Kanchan Nath Nov 20,2024

Over 500 students from east London schools participated in London City Airport’s annual STEM in Aviation Day.

Airlines and Aviation

Etihad Airways ends codeshare and frequent flyer partnership with Virgin Australia

Kanchan Nath Nov 20,2024

Effective 1 June 2025, Etihad Airways will conclude its unilateral codeshare and bilateral frequent flyer partnership with Virgin Australia.

Airlines and Aviation

Qatar Airways Cargo partners with MASkargo

Kanchan Nath Nov 20,2024

Qatar Airways Cargo, the world’s leading air cargo carrier, is proud to announce the launch of a new strategic partnership with MASkargo, the cargo airline and subsidiary of Malaysia Aviation Group.

Weddings & Honeymoon

IMWF 8th edition to be held in Antalya, Türkiye from 3-6 April 2025

Kanchan Nath Nov 20,2024

The premier event of the MICE and Wedding industry, the 8th International MICE & Wedding Forum - IMWF 8th Edition, is opening its doors on April 3-6, 2025.

Hotels

Marriott International expands branded residences portfolio in the Middle East & Africa Region

Kanchan Nath Nov 20,2024

Marriott International announces its accelerated growth in its branded residential portfolio in the Middle East & Africa (MEA) region, with 41 projects in the portfolio, including 29 projects in its signed pipeline and 12 open properties.

Reports

Agoda: Varanasi is the cheapest destination for end-of-year holidays

Kanchan Nath Nov 20,2024

Digital travel platform Agoda has announced its list of the most affordable holiday destinations for the end-of-year holidays.

Festivals

Conrad K Sangma inaugurates 4th Shillong Literary Festival, 2024

Kanchan Nath Nov 20,2024

The 4th Shillong Literary Festival, 2024 was inaugurated by the Hon’ble Chief Minister of Meghalaya, Shri Conrad K. Sangma, in presence of the tourism minister, eminent authors, columnists, and officials.

Abu Dhabi

42 Abu Dhabi concludes first Entrepreneurship Week in collaboration with key industry partners

Kanchan Nath Nov 20,2024

42 Abu Dhabi, the UAE capital’s innovative and disruptive coding academy that provides a unique peer-to-peer, gamified learning methodology, concluded its first Entrepreneurship Week 2024, an initiative designed to inspire, equip, and connect the next generation of entrepreneurial leaders

Hotels

Taj hosts the historic Sir Pratap Singh Polo Cup 2024

Kanchan Nath Nov 20,2024

Taj once again hosted the illustrious Sir Pratap Singh Polo Cup, in a celebration of India’s polo heritage at the historic Jaipur Polo Grounds, New Delhi.

Airlines and Aviation

Tata Sons and Singapore Airlines celebrate partnership

Kanchan Nath Nov 20,2024

Tata Sons (Tata) and Singapore Airlines (SIA) celebrated the successful merger of Air India and Vistara at a symbolic ceremony held at the Taj Mahal Hotel in New Delhi, heralding a new era in their deep and longstanding partnership.

Airlines and Aviation

IndiGo starts non-stop flights from Chennai to Penang

Kanchan Nath Nov 20,2024

IndiGo, India's preferred airline, announces exclusive daily direct flights between Chennai and Penang, starting December 21, 2024.

Hotels

Skyview by Empyrean hosts 30 tourism representatives

Kanchan Nath Nov 20,2024

As more locals travel within Jammu & Kashmir to explore the beautiful UT, hoteliers and other representatives of the travel and tourism sector are keeping themselves up to date on the diverse experiences they can offer to cater to this increasing demand.

Events

SulaFest 2025 to be held on 1st & 2nd February, 2025

Kanchan Nath Nov 20,2024

Sula Vineyards brings to you the 14th edition of SulaFest on 1st & 2nd February, 2025, after a five-year hiatus.

Face‑to‑Face

Bypass the big cities to experience off the beaten track adventures

Kanchan Nath Nov 19,2024

In an interview with TDM, Jarrod Kris, Head of Partnerships- APAC, Skyscanner shares more.

Airlines and Aviation

Etihad prepares for landmark network announcement

Kanchan Nath Nov 19,2024

Etihad Airways is gearing up for one of its most ambitious projects ever, as it prepares to go BIG, unveiling 10 new destinations on a single day.