Akasa Air introduces daily flights from Ahmedabad and Bengaluru
Akasa Air has announced daily direct flights connecting Abu Dhabi with Bengaluru and Ahmedabad starting 1st March 2025.
Vietjet introduces new direct flight from Ahmedabad to Da Nang, Vietnam
Vietjet invites Indian travellers to discover the stunning Da Nang with its new direct flight route connecting Ahmedabad, India, to Da Nang, Vietnam.
Vietjet to connect Ahmedabad in India to Da Nang in Vietnam from October 2024
To celebrate the milestone of 200mn passengers, the airline is launching a week-long promotion from August 2 to August 8, 2024, offering 2 million tickets starting at INR 5,555
IndiGo enhances domestic connectivity from Hyderabad and Ahmedabad
IndiGo has announced 10 daily direct flights to increase domestic connectivity from Hyderabad and Ahmedabad in September 2024.
Singapore Airlines celebrates 20th anniversary of flights to Ahmedabad
Singapore Airlines (SIA), which commenced operations to Ahmedabad on 28 July 2004, is celebrating the 20th anniversary of its services to the city this year.
Conclave on ‘Empowering Hospitality’ by HRAWI concludes successfully in Ahmedabad
The Hotel And Restaurant Association (Western India) – HRAWI successfully convened a transformative conclave titled 'Empowering Hospitality' on Thursday, June 21, 2024.
EaseMyTrip opens doors to the first franchise store in Ahmedabad, Gujarat
EaseMyTrip.com announces the opening of its first franchise store in Ahmedabad, Gujarat. This is the 17th store the company has unveiled under its flagship program, EaseMyTrip Franchise.
IndiGo strengthens connectivity from Ayodhya: Commences operations between Ahmedabad-Ayodhya
IndiGo, India’s preferred carrier, has commenced operations between Ahmedabad, Gujarat and Ayodhya, Uttar Pradesh, effective from January 11, 2024.
IndiGo commences its island adventure, connecting Diu to Ahmedabad and Surat
IndiGo, India’s preferred carrier has commenced operations from Diu, the latest addition to the 6E network.
1702% surge in searches for Ahmedabad during the 2023 Cricket World Cup season: Agoda
Digital travel platform, Agoda, has revealed a 1702% surge in searches for stays in Ahmedabad in the wake of the much-anticipated Cricket World Cup 2023.
RARE India to host Bengaluru, Mumbai and Ahmedabad editions of Discover RARE on July 25th, 27thand 28th respectively
RARE India, will present some of these conscious and experiential owner-run hotels, retreats, lodges and camps to the travel trade at the upcoming Discover RARE event that will be held in…
Punjab Grill Expands its launches of its first outlet in Ahmedabad
Punjab Grill, a renowned North Indian cuisine restaurant, continues its expansion spree with the opening of its first outlet in Ahmedabad.
Now fly Vietjet Ahmedabad to Da Nang, Vietnam
Expanding its services to India, Vietjet has inaugurated route connecting Ahmedabad to Da Nang, Vietnam. The Vietnamese carrier will operate four return flights every Tuesday, Thursday,…
IHCL opens first Vivanta in Ahmedabad with 175 keys
With the addition of this hotel, The Indian Hotel Company Limited (IHCL) will have 19 hotels in Gujarat, including five under development.
Air India launches first direct flight between Ahmedabad and Pune
Air India launches its first direct flight between Ahmedabad and Pune from 21 August 2022
India’s newest airline Akasa Air takes off with Mumbai-Ahmedabad flight
Civil aviation minister Jyotiraditya Scindia virtually flagged off Akasa Air’s first commercial flight, which departed from Mumbai for Ahmedabad
AirAsia announces Ahmedabad route
AirAsia announced a new direct route to Ahmedabad from Kuala Lumpur with four times weekly flights commencing 29 April 2020. These new services will support a vast market of 62 million…
SIA to introduce Airbus A350-900 on Ahmedabad route
Singapore Airlines (SIA) has announce the introduction of its Airbus A350-900 medium haul aircraft on the Ahmedabad to Singapore route. It will be the first international airline to…
THAI Smile flies to Ahmedabad
THAI Smile will introduce direct flights to from Bangkok to Ahmedabad effective from 29 October. Based in Bangkok’s Suvarnabhumi Airport, the new service gives the airline seven…
SIA expands in Ahmedabad
Singapore Airlines will expand its Indian operations next month with the launch of an additional flight to Ahmedabad.
Effective 26 March 2017, the national carrier will launch a…
VietJet Air is offering 10% discount on group bookings for 2024-2025
Vietjet, Vietnam’s new-age carrier, is thrilled to announce its special promotion of the year, offering travellers an exciting opportunity to save on group bookings.
Virgin Atlantic spices up festive & winter menu with a taste of India
Virgin Atlantic's new Autumn and Winter menu brings the spirit of India to life at 35,000 feet. Inspired by the vibrant flavors of the festive season, this special menu offers a delightful…
Emirates officially unveils its first A350 aircraft
Emirates has officially unveiled the very first Airbus A350-900 to join its fleet at an exclusive event showcase in Dubai.
Emirates to deploy its A350 to Edinburgh on 3 January
Emirates has announced it will bring forward its daily A350 scheduled service to Edinburgh starting from 3 January 2025.
Akasa Air redefines travel experience with industry-first offerings
Akasa Air, is reshaping the aviation landscape through its suite of unique, industry-first offerings that put passengers at the heart of their service, setting new benchmarks for comfort,…
IndiGo codeshares with Japan Airlines
This strategic partnership will enable JAL to expand its connectivity to India initially, while offering IndiGo customers more travel options on JAL’s extensive domestic and international…
Vietjet’s biggest promotion of the year
Vietjet has announced its biggest promotion of the year by inviting passengers to experience eco-friendly flights while contributing to environmental protection with the launch of Green…
Akasa Air celebrates Children’s Day
Akasa Air hosted an Aviation Experience Day for 50 students from the Logic Centre and Community Welfare Association (LCCWA) for an exclusive look into the aviation world on the occasion of…
Indian nationals were the largest group to receive UK visas
Indian nationals were the largest group to receive UK visas for Visit, Study and Work categories in the year ending June 2024, said Lindy Cameron CB OBE, British High Commissioner to India,…
Air India introduces ‘Fly Prior’ service
Air India introduced a new ancillary service, ‘Fly Prior’, to provide greater flexibility in travel plans to its guests flying within India.
IndiGo announces eight new flights this winter
IndiGo, India’s preferred airline announces new flights and resumption of operations in its winter schedule to significantly bolster connectivity to East and North-East India.
SpiceJet to expand its domestic network with 8 new routes on 15 Nov
The airline will introduce flights from Jaipur to Varanasi, Amritsar, and Ahmedabad, as well as from Ahmedabad to Pune.
Thailand surpasses Maldives as the top international honeymoon destination: MMT
MakeMyTrip’s latest report, ‘How India Travels for Honeymoon’, analyses booking data from October 2023 to September 2024, compared to the same period in the preceding year, offering…
Air India and Singapore Airlines Deepen Partnership with 51 New Codeshare Destinations
In a significant move to enhance travel options and connectivity, Air India and Singapore Airlines (SIA) have announced an extensive expansion of their codeshare agreement.
Malaysia Airlines and IndiGo enter codeshare partnership
Malaysia Airlines and IndiGo announced a strategic codeshare partnership that aims to boost connectivity and elevate the traveller experience across its key hubs within Malaysia and India.
IndiGo announces tri-weekly flights between Pune-Bangkok from 22 Nov
IndiGo, India’s preferred carrier, unveils direct flights connecting Pune with Bangkok and Thiruvananthapuram.
Air India and Singapore Airlines expand codeshare agreement
Air India and Singapore Airlines (SIA) recently agreed to significantly expand their codeshare agreement, adding 11 Indian cities and another 40 international destinations to their…
Air India to operate non-stop flights between Bengaluru and London Heathrow from 27 October
Air India has announced it will start daily, non-stop services between Bengaluru and London Heathrow from 27 October 2024, thus connecting London Heathrow to all three hubs of Air India in…
47% Surge in organic food searches: Justdial
The Indian organic food market is experiencing a meteoric rise, driven by a growing consumer awareness of the health benefits associated with organic products.
Akasa Air elevates customer convenience with American Express Card acceptance
Akasa Air, one of India’s fastest-growing airlines, announced that it now accepts American Express cards for payments across all its booking channels, offering travellers enhanced…
Akasa Air launches ‘Akasa Holidays’
Akasa Air, India’s fastest-growing airline, has announced the launch of ‘Akasa Holidays’. This unique offering provides an extensive range of affordable, and customised holiday packages…
Diljit Dosanjh’s Dil-Luminati Tour ignites a Flight Booking surge across India!
Could the rising popularity of Diljit Dosanjh and his Dil-Luminati concert tour be the reason behind this dramatic surge in flight bookings across Indian cities? The dates of his concerts…
Taj Hotel & Convention Centre, Agra: Redefining MICE & Wedding Destinations in India
Agra, globally renowned for the Taj Mahal, is establishing itself as a premier MICE and wedding destination, combining heritage with modern infrastructure.
Etihad Airways celebrates two decades of connecting India to Abu Dhabi and beyond
Etihad Airways, the national airline of the UAE, is celebrating 20 years of flying to India this month. Etihad launched flights to the commercial capital of India, Mumbai, on the 26…
Akasa Air appoints Sejal Haribhakti Mody as its Chief Human Resources Officer
Akasa Air, India's fastest-growing airline, announced the appointment of Sejal Haribhakti Mody as its Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO), effective September 9, 2024.
Akasa Air’s all-women pilot crew bring home its 25th Boeing 737 MAX aircraft
Two women pilots Captain Bhavna Gandhi and Captain Sanaya Chothia received delivery of Akasa Air’s 25th aircraft in Seattle on September 9, 2024.
Saudi Tourism Authority hosts 4-city networking event in India to strengthen trade partnerships
The Saudi Tourism Authority (STA) recently hosted a series of networking events across four cities in India.
Airfares climb up to 25 pc for Diwali, Onam festival season travel
Airfares for key domestic routes increased by 10-15 per cent during the festival season while flights to Kerala cities saw a 20-25 per cent rise.
Thai AirAsia introduces direct route to Kathmandu
Thai AirAsia offers a new travel experience with flights to Kathmandu, a city embraced by the Himalayas and home to multiple UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
Akasa Air joins hands with the Bureau of Civil Aviation Security
Akasa Air, India’s fastest-growing airline, pledges its commitment to safety and security by joining hands with the Bureau of Civil Aviation Security (BCAS) to celebrate Aviation Security…
Akasa Air completes its second successful year of commercial operations
Having served 11 million passengers, the airline is on its path to becoming one of the top 30 airlines in the world by the turn of this decade Akasa Air, celebrates its second anniversary,…
Akasa Air announces Kuwait as its fifth international destination from 23rd August
Starting 23rd August 2024, Akasa Air will operate daily direct flights between Kuwait City and Mumbai, in response to the demand for enhanced and affordable connectivity on the route.
ITC Hotels opens Welcomhotel Belagavi, Karnataka with 116 keys
ITC Hotels achieves a significant milestone in its growth trajectory as it announced the opening of its 25th property under the distinguished Brand Welcomhotel.
Akasa Air commences operations in Jeddah; strengthens its presence in Saudi Arabia
Akasa Air commenced operations to Jeddah, connecting it with Mumbai and Ahmedabad with direct flights.
Akasa Air’s inaugural flight takes off from Mumbai to Abu Dhabi
Akasa Air, India’s fastest-growing airline, commenced operations in Abu Dhabi, the capital of the United Arab Emirates, connecting it to Mumbai with daily direct flights.
Akasa Air introduces ‘Extra Seat’ option for enhanced passenger comfort and privacy
Akasa Air, India’s most dependable airline, recently introduced its latest offering, 'Extra Seat' enabling a passenger to book an adjacent seat for added privacy and comfort.
Singapore Tourism Board to hold multi-city B2B roadshow in India
Singapore Tourism Board (STB) is set to organise a multi-city B2B roadshow in Chennai, Hyderabad, Kolkata, and Ahmedabad this July.
Vietjet’s ‘Love Connection 2024’ awards Romantic Getaways to first 25 Indian Couples
Vietjet, a leading new-age airline has announced the first 25 winning couples for round-trip tickets from the highly anticipated Love Connection 2024 contest.
VietJet opens new direct route to Australia
VietJet officially welcomes passengers on direct flights connecting one of Australia's largest cities – Melbourne with Hanoi, the capital of Vietnam.
Japan Airlines and IndiGo agree on Codeshare Partnership
Japan Airlines (JAL) and IndiGo announced that they have agreed on codeshare partnership which will greatly benefit the customers by providing more travel options between Japan and India.
Akasa Air commences operations from Gorakhpur
Akasa Air, India’s fastest-growing airline, commenced operations from Gorakhpur, providing daily direct connectivity to and from Delhi and Bengaluru.
Vietjet celebrates a decade of connections between Singapore and Vietnam
Celebrating a decade of connecting travellers to the beautiful tropical island of Singapore, Vietjet joyfully announces the offer of 10,000 promotional tickets for all direct flights…
Akasa Air expands its international presence; adds Jeddah as second destination
Akasa Air, India’s fastest-growing airline, expanded its global presence by adding Jeddah as the second international destination to its network.
VietJet’s summer promotion offers unbeatable discounts for Indian Travellers
VietJet, Vietnam’s new-age carrier, is delighted to announce its latest summer promotion, offering irresistible E-vouchers for Indian travellers.
Agoda Reveals: Khao Lak, Seoul and Perhentian Islands are the Top Destinations for Slow Travel
With slow travel being one of the most talked about travel trends, digital travel platform Agoda shares the top Asian destinations for slow travel for longer stays.
Emirates announces first 9 destinations to join its A350 network
Emirates has announced the first set of destinations to be served by its A350 aircraft entering service in September 2024.
Akasa Air adds Prayagraj as its 22nd destination
Akasa Air, India’s fastest-growing airline, announced the addition of Prayagraj as the 22nd destination to its rapidly expanding network.
IndiGo announces special fares starting at INR. 1,799/- on selected routes from Indore
IndiGo, India’s preferred carrier, has announced a sale on one-way fares for 11 routes between Indore. The sale offers an all-inclusive fare of INR. 1,799/- (30-day advance purchase), for…
Virgin Atlantic reaffirms commitment to India with new services to Bengaluru and Mumbai
Virgin Atlantic signals its continued commitment to India this week as its new daily service to Bengaluru touched down and the airline also announced a second daily flight to Mumbai taking…
Malaysia Airlines and IndiGo sign MoU to boost connectivity between two key tourism markets
Malaysia Airlines and IndiGo, announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for a codeshare partnership and mutual cooperation agreement.
Akasa Air’s inaugural flight takes off from Mumbai to Doha
Akasa Air, India’s fastest-growing airline commenced operations to Doha, the capital of Qatar, from India’s financial capital Mumbai with four non-stop flights a week.
Saudi Tourism Authority hosts 4-city roadshow across India
Saudi aims to make India its top source market targeting 7.5 million visitors within the next seven years.
Top 15 travel destinations for Indians from Wowtickets.com
Wowtickets.com conducted a search survey nationally to gather insights about the cities and routes that Indians love travelling in India and the results show that Goa, Delhi, Mumbai,…
Vietjet strengthens Asia-Pacific connectivity, launches Hanoi-Sydney Route
Vietjet has opened new direct routes connecting the capital city of Hanoi with the beautiful port city of Sydney, bringing the total number of routes connecting Vietnam and Australia to 7 …
STAAH successfully concludes the Chennai chapter of ‘The Big Connect’ a hospitech conference
STAAH, the New Zealand-based leading hospitality solutions provider partnered with hotels booking platform booking.com, WebBeds, the global marketplace for travel trade and Airpay, the…
Akasa Air commences operations between Mumbai-Gwalior and Bengaluru-Gwalior
Akasa Air, India’s fastest-growing airline expands its presence in Gwalior with nonstop weekly flights between Gwalior and Mumbai and one stop weekly connecting flights between Gwalior and…
AirAsia contributes to strengthening of Malaysia-India relations with extensive connectivity between both countries
AirAsia continues to enhance seamless and affordable air travel between Malaysia and India with 14 and counting routes group wide ‒ with plans underway to grow its network all across India.
Vietjet orders 20 A330neo Widebodies from Airbus at Singapore Airshow
Vietjet, Vietnam’s leading new-age carrier, and Airbus today signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for the order of 20 A330neo (A330-900) widebodies.
Qatar Airways to move operations to North Goa, India to the Manohar International Airport
Qatar Airways announces its operations to the new Manohar International Airport (GOX) located in the North Goa district from the current Dabolim Airport (GOI) in South Goa, India, effective…
South African Tourism Concludes 20th Annual India Roadshow; Clocks 43% Growth in Arrivals from India in 2023
Determined to build over the strong travel momentum witnessed in the previous year, South African Tourism concluded its 20th Annual India Roadshow at ITC Grand Central, Mumbai.
Akasa Air adds Doha as the first international destination to its network
Akasa Air, India’s fastest-growing airline announced international operations with the addition of Doha, capital of Qatar, as the first international destination to its rapidly expanding…
Akasa Air launches daily flights connecting Ayodhya with Pune and Delhi
Akasa Air, India’s fastest-growing airline, commenced flights from Ayodhya, operating daily through flights between Pune and Ayodhya via Delhi, with no change of aircraft required.
Turkiye successfully concludes a mega six-city India Roadshow 2024
The Ministry of Culture & Tourism of the Republic of Turkiye and Turkiye Tourism & Promotion Agency recently concluded a highly successful mega six-city India Roadshow 2024.
Akasa Air announces Srinagar as its 20th destination
Akasa Air, India’s fastest-growing airline, announced the addition of Srinagar as the 20th destination to its expanding network.
South African Tourism kickstarts its annual multi-city Roadshow 2024
Aligning with the strategic roadmap for the Indian market, South African Tourism is delighted to announce the 2024 edition of its annual India roadshow.
AirAsia further expands connectivity to Kuala Lumpur, resuming direct flights from Visakhapatnam
AirAsia continues to expand its vast network from India to Malaysia, announcing the long-awaited resumption of flights from Visakhapatnam to the bustling Kuala Lumpur, as the only airline…
Emirates roll outs pre-approved visa on arrival for Indian travellers in conjunction with VFS Global
Emirates has exclusively partnered with VFS Global to introduce a pre-approved visa on arrival facility for Indian passport holders who have booked their travel with the airline.
Vietnam: A perfect blend of tradition and modernity for Indian travellers
As Indian travellers are projected to become the fourth largest global spenders by 2030, the allure of Vietnam's cultural tapestry and historical depth positions Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City…
Marriott Bonvoy introduces the ‘Long Weekends with Marriott Bonvoy’ campaign
Marriott Bonvoy, the award-winning loyalty program by Marriott International is excited to introduce ‘Long Weekends with Marriott Bonvoy’ campaign.
The grand return of the ‘Love Connection’ Campaign: Vietjet offers 50 Indian couples free flights throughout Vietnam
Celebrating participation in the prestigious Gujarat Vibrant Global Summit 2024 in India, Vietjet is delighted to extend exclusive promotional offers to its valued customers.
IndiGo commences operations from Ayodhya, its 86th domestic destination
IndiGo, India’s preferred carrier, has commenced operations from the newly inaugurated Maharishi Valmiki International Airport in Ayodhya, Uttar Pradesh.
Sofitel Mumbai BKC becomes the First Hotel in India to receive the prestigious Green Key Certification
Sofitel Mumbai BKC is delighted to announce that it has been awarded Green Key Certification by the National Jury Green Key India and the Center for Environment Education (CEE).
Top five emerging destinations in “New Horizons List” for India from Agoda
As the new year kicks off, digital travel platform Agoda, has revealed the top five emerging destinations in India in its “New Horizons List”
Akasa Air welcomes two Boeing 737 MAX 8 aircraft to its growing fleet
Akasa Air, India’s fastest-growing airline, recently welcomed two Boeing 737 MAX 8 aircraft to its growing fleet. With this, the airline exited the calendar year 2023 with a fleet size of 22…
LIBF Expo 2024 Unprecedented Showcase of Global Innovation, Startups and Commerce
LIBF Expo, 2024 - being held at the Helipad Exhibition Centre, Gandhinagar, Ahmedabad, Gujarat from 18th to 21st January 2024, aims to create a unique platform- wheret Representatives from…
Now fly IndiGo direct between Mumbai and Ayodhya
IndiGo, India’s preferred carrier, has announced direct connectivity between Mumbai and Ayodhya, effective January 15, 2024.
OYO partners with organizations supporting differently abled talent across India
Global hospitality technology company OYO has announced that promoting inclusivity by focusing on providing equitable access to quality accommodation for differently abled individuals will…
DreamSetGo records 30% growth since the pandemic; facilitated 7500+ sports travellers in 2023
DreamSetGo, India's premium sports experiences and travel platform, unveils the first edition of its year-end sports wrap-up report - DreamSetGo’s Sports Travel Index 2023.
TeamLease services anticipates vibrant growth in Travel & Hospitality Sector
The travel and hospitality sector shines in the midst of the challenging circumstances of H2 FY24, with robust growth in important hiring categories.
IndiGo to add Ayodhya as the 86th domestic destination to its network
IndiGo, India’s preferred carrier, is delighted to add Ayodhya, in Uttar Pradesh, as the 86th domestic destination and 118th overall destination, in the 6E network.
Etihad Unveils New Summer 2024 Program
Etihad Airways has unveiled its exciting Summer 24 schedule, highlighting its ambitious growth plans.
Highlights of the network upgrades, which are already on sale, include new…
Vietjet links Adelaide and Perth to Ho Chi Minh City
Vietjet, Vietnam’s leading new-age carrier, launched its inaugural flight from Adelaide to Ho Chi Minh City, marking the first-ever Vietnamese carrier to operate flights between Vietnam and…
Akasa Air adds Port Blair to its network
Akasa Air, India’s fastest growing airline, strengthens its connectivity by adding Port Blair, to its expanding network.
Etihad unleashes sizzling summer schedule
Etihad Airways, the national carrier of the United Arab Emirates, has revealed its exciting Summer 24 schedule, underlining its ambitious plans for growth.
STAAH hosts yet another ‘Connect Hub’ conference successfully in Jaipur
STAAH, the New Zealand-based leading hospitality solutions provider, today concluded yet another ‘Connect Hub’ conference in the country in Jaipur.
Pride Resort Ambaji opens in Gujarat
Pride Hotels Group, is thrilled to announce the grand opening of Pride Resort Ambaji. Nestled amidst the breathtaking natural beauty of Ambaji in the heart of the Aravalli Range, this…
The Singapore Airlines Group celebrates 20 years of flying to Hyderabad
The Singapore Airlines (SIA) Group, which commenced operations to Hyderabad on 29 October 2003, will celebrate the 20th anniversary of its services to the city this year.
Fly High with Akasa Air: Save up to 10% off on bookings during Festive Sale
Akasa Air, one of India's fastest-growing airlines, announced an exclusive network wide sale, offering customers a chance to book their air travel at attractive fares during the upcoming …
IntrCity SmartBus: Your Ticket to ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2023
IntrCity SmartBus is gearing up to provide cricket enthusiasts with a thrilling and convenient travel experience to the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2023 in India.
Balitrip Wisata embarks on a Four City Roadshow
Balitrip Wisata, Indonesia’s leading DMC is organizing a four-city roadshow on the 9th, 11th, 12th and 13th October at Mumbai, Ahmedabad, Pune and New Delhi respectively.
Booking.com launches: ‘Howzat for Your Perfect Stay’ as cricket fever ignites in India
Booking.com, the Official Accommodation Partner for the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2023, launched its integrated campaign ‘Howzat for your perfect stay’, integrating the world of travel,…
Vietjet enhances its connectivity between India and Vietnam
Vietjet on September 27 has officially introduced a direct route between Ho Chi Minh City (Vietnam) and Tiruchirappalli (India) which will start flying on November 02, 2023, with three…
Indians want to travel this festive season: Kayak
Travel interest is increasing among Indians as the festive period of Diwali sets in over the coming months, according to new consumer research from KAYAK, the world’s leading travel search…
Wonderful Indonesia hosts multi-city roadshow in India
Wonderful Indonesia, in collaboration with the Ministry of Tourism and Creative Economy of the Republic of Indonesia is set to engage the Indian traveller market through its recently…
Vietjet announces limited-time Deepavali offer
Vietjet is thrilled to unveil an incredible Deepavali promotion for Indian travellers. From September 14th to September 20th, 2023, travellers can take advantage of an INR 0 base fare (plus …
Malaysia Airlines Launches Three New Indian Routes
By year’s end, Malaysia Airlines will provide three additional flights to India.
Malaysia Airlines will start a twice-weekly service between Kuala Lumpur and Amritsar on the eighth of…
Akasa Air launches an exclusive sale in partnership with Paytm
Akasa Air, one of India's fastest-growing airlines, announced an exclusive sale in partnership with Paytm to offer customers a chance to book their air travel at attractive fares during the…
HRAWI focuses on shortage of talent in the hospitality industry
Despite the hospitality industry's gradual recovery from the impact of the pandemic, the sector continues to face challenges in managing its human resources.
Enjoy live “ICC Cricket World Cup 2023” with Skyscanner tools
According to Skyscanner's 'Travel in Focus 2023 Report', around 75% Indians expressed their willingness to increase their travel budget to experience live cricket matches.
VietJet inaugurates direct route from Kochi to Ho Chi Minh City
Vietjet inaugurates a direct route connecting Kochi (India) and Ho Chi Minh City (HCMC), opening further opportunities to travel easily between the ancient commercial port of Southwest India…
Singapore Airlines to boost services in 2024 northern summer season
Singapore Airlines (SIA) will ramp up services to destinations across its network during the Northern Summer 2024 operating season (31 March 2024 to 26 October 2024), supporting the strong…
VietJet to fly from Ho Chi Minh City to Tiruchirappalli from Nov 2
Vietnam’s leading new-age carrier, VietJet officially welcomes Indian passengers on direct flights connecting Ho Chi Minh City (Vietnam) and Tiruchirappalli (Tamil Nadu) from November 2,…
Vietjet promotes exclusive offer; 88% discount on flight tickets
VietJet, Vietnam’s leading low-cost carrier has recently launched a campaign, "Vietjet Pampers you, Summer Chill”, to announce its heavily discounted offers as part of its Summer 2023…
Akasa Air pledges support to Aviation Security Culture Week
Akasa Air joined hands with the Bureau of Civil Aviation Security (BCAS) to celebrate Aviation Security Culture Week, held from 31st July to 5th August 2023.
AirAsia India launches Flash Sale with 19% off on domestic flights
AIX Connect (operating as AirAsia India), announced the launch of a Flash Sale with 19% off domestic flights.
Vietjet takes flight across India, fueling tourism boom within Asia
The airline announces flight across India, embracing its role as Vietnam's tourism ambassador, opening the door for greater tourism between the two countries.
47% of Indians ready to revamp itineraries for irresistible deals: Skyscanner
Skyscanner, the global travel marketplace, released its Travel in Focus Report, which shares that budget-conscious travellers in India are embracing travel with an open mind to score more…
Akasa Air strengthens network connectivity
Akasa Air, India’s fastest growing airline has strengthened its network across the country in an endeavour to offer seamless connectivity to travellers at affordable prices
Vietjet offers exclusive flight discounts of up to 77% on double day sale
Vietjet, Vietnam's leading low-cost carrier, announces a special promotion offering customers a unique opportunity to own flight tickets at a discount of up to 77% (*).
Vietjet opens new direct route to Kochi (Kerala)
Vietjet on July 6 has officially introduced a direct route between Ho Chi Minh City (Vietnam) and Kochi (India) which will start flying on August 12, 2023.
Pride Hotels Group signs ‘Pride Resort Rajkot’, Gujarat
Pride Hotels Group is pleased to announce the signing of 'Pride Resort' in the princely city of Rajkot, Gujarat.
Vietjet to fly from Ho Chi Minh City to Brisbane
Vietnam’s leading new-age carrier, VietJet has announced direct flights between Ho Chi Minh City and Brisbane, making it the first-ever carrier to fly directly between Vietnam and…
Emirates to offer Premium Economy on routes to India from October
Emirates announced that its highly sought-after Premium Economy offering will be available to customers flying to and from Mumbai and Bengaluru, starting 29 October.
Akasa Air introduces ‘Monsoon Bonanza’
Akasa Air, India’s newest airline, announced a special Monsoon Bonanza sale across its network, offering travellers a chance to book their upcoming travel at attractive fares.
IndiGo increases connectivity between India & the Middle East
IndiGo has announced new direct flights between several Indian and Middle Eastern cities. The newly introduced routes include Bengaluru-Dubai, Kochi-Bahrain, Lucknow-Dammam commencing from…
“Hello Hong Kong” Mega FAM Trip organized for Indian Travel Trade
The Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB) had successfully concluded the Hello Hong Kong mega familiarisation trip for 35 leading travel brands and industry professionals from across key markets…
‘Radisson Collection’ debuts in India with its first signing in Hyderabad
Radisson Hotel Group announces the debut of its luxury lifestyle brand, Radisson Collection in India with the signing of the first hotel in Hyderabad.
Pride Hotel Rishikesh opens in Uttarakhand
The Pride Hotels Group is proud to announce the launch of Pride Hotel Rishikesh in Uttarakhand. Located in the foothills of the Himalayas, Pride Hotel Rishikesh offers guests breathtaking…
Air India to expand further in the UK with new services from London Gatwick
Air India is expanding its UK presence in a move which reinforces the strong links between the UK and India, as it undergoes a massive modernisation programme to transform into a…
Cirium launches the first Airline Routes tool based on satellite-based flight tracking
Cirium, the aviation analytics leader, has launched the aviation industry’s first Airline Routes tool to identify actual flights flown by aircraft type.
Adani airports handle record 14.25 million passengers in 2022
All the seven Adani airports saw an increase of 92% in domestic and 133% in international travellers. There has been a rise in the number of domestic 58% and international 61% flights
Saudi Tourism Authority strengthens presence in India
In line with Saudi’s Vision 2030 and to welcome more than 2 million Indian visitors this year, Saudi Tourism Authority (STA) has strengthened its commitments to driving awareness about…
Air Arabia Abu Dhabi launches direct flights to Kolkata
The new flights between Abu Dhabi International Airport and Kolkata Airport will operate three times a week, on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays, starting from 15 March, 2023.
14% increase in Rose Shipments at BLR Airport
Enhancing its reputation as the most preferred airport of choice for perishables, BLR Airport cargo witnessed a near two-fold increase in rose shipments in the run-up to Valentine's Day this…
Saudi anchors focus on India tourism market
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Saudi is building on the momentum of trade activity in India with an impressive lineup of…
Akasa Air adds Varanasi as the 14th destination
Akasa Air, India’s newest airline announced the addition of its 14th destination – Varanasi to its fast-growing network
IntrCity registered a 200% increase in annual revenues in 2022
IntrCity SmartBus, the largest tech-enabled fleet of inter-city buses registered a 186% increase in annual revenues and achieved operational profitability in 2022.
South African Tourism launches Phase 2 of the ‘More&More’ campaign featuring Indian influencers
After witnessing immense success in the initial phase of the ‘More & More’ campaign, South African Tourism is back with its second leg
jüSTa Hotels & Resorts to host the 5th edition of its international art residency ‘Chitrashaala’
Homegrown luxury boutique hotel group jüSTa Hotels & Resorts will host the 5th edition of its international art residency ‘Chitrashaala’ at the jüSTa Mukteshwar Retreat and Spa from 2nd …
25 AAI airports to be leased b/w 2022-2025
As per National Monetisation Pipeline (NMP), 25 airports of the Airports Authority of India (AAI) have been earmarked for leasing over the years 2022 to 2025, said the Ministry of Civil…
Travel Insurance remains more important post pandemic
Thomas Cook (India) Limited and its Group Company, SOTC Travel’s recent survey reveals significant customer requirement for travel insurance for both international and domestic destinations.
Vietnam sees 51% monthly increase in Indian travellers
Post Pandemic, the demand of Indians choosing Vietnam as a desirable destination has continued to increase. The country has been actively encouraging Indians to visit through a series of…
Air Arabia Abu Dhabi launches direct flights to Tashkent
Air Arabia Abu Dhabi, the UAE capital’s first low-carrier, has announced the launch of its new route from Abu Dhabi to Tashkent, Uzbekistan’s capital.
‘Automation with Amadeus’ at roadshow in Delhi
The roadshow in Delhi is the first in a series of products and solutions roadshows that will be hosted by Amadeus India in six major cities in India in November 2022.
IndiGo introduces eight new flights ahead of Diwali
IndiGo is working on expanding its domestic flight network in India, and moving towards the goal, the company has added eight more flights on various routes in its winter 2022 timetable.
Thai Vietjet offers ‘10.10 Super Sale’ from just THB 599
Celebrating October’s double day with a great promotion, Thai Vietjet launched ‘10.10 Super Sale’ promotion, offering special fares starting from THB 599 (inclusive of taxes and fees) …
Star Air launches Mumbai – Kolhapur Service
Star Air, the aviation arm of Sanjay Ghodawat Group, inaugurated its direct flight services between Mumbai and Kolhapur under the Regional Connectivity Scheme.
Air India adds 20 more flights per week to UK and US
Air India has announced 20 additional flights every week to Birmingham, London and San Francisco. They will be introduced in a phased manner from October to December this year.
Akasa Air adds Guwahati, and Agartala
Akasa Air has a total of eleven non-stop routes along eight cities including - Ahmedabad, Bengaluru, Kochi, Chennai, Mumbai, Delhi, Guwahati, and Agartala from October 21, 2022. The airline…
Marriott to add 14 luxury properties in Asia Pacific by 2023
Marriott International, Inc. has announced it expects to open 14 additional luxury properties in Asia Pacific by the end of 2023. The planned additions highlight the strategic growth of…
The love connection with Vietjet
With the festive season approaching, Vietjet announces the "Love Connection" Campaign – the first ever for India that offers Indian couples with opportunities to experience their dreamful…
Akasa Air to launch flights from Delhi in October
The airlines has opened bookings for daily flights between Delhi and Ahmedabad from 7 October.
They say 666 is bad luck, but not for Thai Vietjet
Thai Vietjet has launched ‘6th Anniversary’ promotion, offering special fares starting from THB 666 for travel on the airline’s entire domestic flight network. The special fares are…
Virgin Atlantic and IndiGo get new codeshare agreement
Virgin Atlantic and IndiGo announce a new codeshare between the UK and India, offering seamless connections and increased opportunities for frequent flyers to earn more points than ever…
Dubai asks for more seats on India-UAE route
The UAE has asked the Indian government to increase seats between the two countries by another 50,000 per week.
Air India to increase 24 new flights on its domestic network from August 20
The additional 24 flights include two new frequencies from Delhi to Mumbai, Bengaluru and Ahmedabad, and from Mumbai to Chennai and Hyderabad, as well as one new frequency on the Mumbai –…
Akasa Air gears up to take off from 7 August
Akasa Air has begun ticket sales for 28 flights, operating weekly on the Mumbai-Ahmedabad route from August 7
Singapore Airlines rolls out special fares for flights from 4 cities in India
Singapore Airlines (SIA) is offering special promotional fares for travel from Ahmedabad, Chennai, Hyderabad, and Kochi to destinations across Asia
Vietjet rolls out India-Vietnam flights at INR 26. Here’s what you need to know
The special tickets are valid for booking on all domestic flights operated by Vietjet as well as all international routes departing and arriving in Vietnam until July 13
Turkish Airlines and IndiGo resume codeshare partnership
The agreement will enable both the carriers to provide more flexibility of choice to the customers on sectors between India and Istanbul
Vietjet to open five more international routes from India to Da Nang
The event also marks Vietjet’s announcement to incorporate Da Nang’s tourism symbol on its fleet to promote the city globally
OYO adds over 1250 new corporates since March 2022
The recovery is led by small and medium enterprises, traditional business houses & conglomerates, startups, travel management companies
Singapore Airlines to increase flights to India amid demand recovery
Singapore Airlines plans to increase the number of flights to India where the group is currently operating at around 75 per cent of its pre-pandemic capacity
Singapore invites Indian families with exclusive promotions
With summer family vacation season commencing across India, the Singapore Tourism Board (STB) and Singapore Airlines along with their destination partners, have announced an exclusive…
Tourism Malaysia looks to India to boost tourism
India remains and has been one of the top market sources for Malaysia
Qatar Airways and IndiGo reactivate strategic cooperation
Qatar Airways and IndiGo have announced the reactivation of strategic cooperation following the lifting of the suspension on international scheduled flights by the Indian government
Emirates to reinstate 170 weekly frequencies to India from April 1
Emirates will re-introduce pre-pandemic flight frequencies to its destinations in India from 1 April 2022
South Africa Tourism gears up for four-city roadshow in India
South African Tourism (SAT) is all set to host its biggest in-person roadshow and independent travel trade initiative in India – their annual roadshow
Radisson Hotel Group ramps up Asia Pacific expansion with 137 new hotels in 2021
Radisson Hotel Group continued along its expansion path in 2021 as it added 137 new hotels to its portfolio reaching 191 hotels in operation in the region and introduced its world-class…
IndiGo strengthens domestic network, adds 12 new flights
IndiGo has added 12 new connections to strengthen domestic network and cater to the increased demand and improve accessibility between metro and tier 2/3 cities
SpiceJet to launch 28 new domestic flights from 31 October
SpiceJet will launch 28 multiple new non-stop domestic flights across the country from 31 October onwards
Pride Hotels open doors in Mussoorie
Pride Group has launched Pride Ashiyana Resort Mussoorie strategically located on the Mall Road and Camel’s Back Road
VFS resumes UAE tourist visa services for Indian travellers
VFS Global has resumed UAE tourist visa services for Indians
UK ftart-up flypop’s CEO promises GBP99 flights to India
According to a report on Simply Flying, UK start-up airline flypop is eagerly planning its launch later this year.
All you need to know about India’s first subscription-based airline
Prince Air, a New Delhi-based start-up is now offering a one-of-a-kind subscription-based airline service for unlimited travel on its private jets
SpiceJet launches 66 new flights as demand for domestic air travel spikes
SpiceJet has announced 66 new domestic flights, including five additional non-stop ones from Pune to Darbhanga, Durgapur, Gwalior, Jabalpur, Varanasi from March 28 to meet the increasing…
SpiceJet operates first repatriation flight from the Philippines
SpiceJet operated its maiden repatriation flight from the Philippines under the Vande Bharat Mission (VBM)
COVID 19 Special Trains and Tatkal Train Ticket Booking Guidelines
Indian Railways has resumed the train ticket booking window for passengers willing to travel across the country. Railways has suspended all the regular trains from 1st July to 12 Aug due to…
Leading by example! OYO’s senior leaders check-in at different hotels to experience ‘Sanitised Stays’
OYO introduced several measures and initiatives to minimize the impact as well as innovate to meet the new standards of good quality travel
Pride Hotels to distribute 1000 free food parcels pan India everyday
The Pride Group of Hotels has announced the distribution of 1000 food parcels every day till 14 April 2020 (lockdown period) in the cities of Pune, Ahmedabad, New Delhi, Kolkata,…
Travel Tours debuts in Jaipur
Travel Tours, the leisure travel brand of FCM Travel Solutions further expanded their presence by inaugurating their first store in Jaipur. This expansion adds to the total number of…
AirAsia X unveils first-ever long haul free seat sale
Fly extra long on AirAsia for less than ever before, as the airline goes the extra mile to offer guests zero-fare seats for the first time ever on many popular long-haul destinations,…
Vistara and United launch codeshare operations
Vistara and United Airlines have implemented the code-share agreement signed in June 2019. It enables United to code share on Vistara-operated Indian domestic flights starting 28…
Budget 2020: Promoting India as hub for tourism
Presenting the Union Budget for 2020-21 in the Parliament, finance minister of India, Nirmala Sitharaman stressed on the need for states to play a proactive role in development of…
Accor opens the first international hotel in GIFT City
Accor has announced the launch of new property Grand Mercure Gandhinagar GIFT City, within India’s first ‘Intelligent and Green Infrastructure’ region.
Based on the concept of leading…
AirAsia India starts new routes
AirAsia India will launch its flight services to more cities next fiscal as part of its robust network expansion plans for 2020-21.
The Bengaluru-based carrier flies to Delhi, Mumbai…
From reel to real: Thomas Cook India boosts film tourism
Thomas Cook India has witnessed a significant surge in demand of over 25% for travel to iconic Bollywood locations. To cater to this high growth opportunity of movie-inspired travel, the…
Signum CEO: “The hotel does the thinking for them”
In this exclusive TD interview, we speak with founder and CEO Mehul Sharma, about creating a culture, competing in the space and the group's plans for the future.
GoAir adds 12 flights to network from 5 October
As part of an aggressive expansion strategy, GoAir is adding 12 flights to its route network taking its tally to over 325 daily services. The new services will operate between Delhi…
Buddycations: India’s new holiday mantra
A recent study commissioned by the private non-life insurer ICICI Lombard has revealed that Indians take vacations with their buddies.
The survey suggests that school or college…
JNTO bets big on India, hosts two-city roadshows
To boost their outreach in India, Japan National Tourism Organisation (JNTO) conducted its annual ‘Visit Japan Roadshow 2019’ in Mumbai and Ahmedabad. Aiming at strengthening the…
Passenger numbers up 2.1% in APAC
Passenger traffic in Asia-Pacific and the Middle East recorded growth in June at 2.1% and 8.1% respectively. According to a report by Airports Council International Asia-Pacific, in…
Dubai Tourism conducts three-city India roadshow
In order to strengthen relationships with travel agents and tour operators, to boost Indian arrivals to Dubai as part of the 2019 marketing strategy, the Department of Tourism and…
Airfares to rise 5% in 2020 in India
With India’s strong economic growth fueling demand for business travel, airfares, hotel rates and ground transport prices are expected to increase in 2020. This was revealed by the sixth…
Srilankan bullish on Colombo-Delhi route, unveils third freqeuncy
SriLankan Airlines has announced additional frequencies between Colombo and Delhi to take its total weekly offerings between the two capitals to 18 flights. Apart from the existing two…
SpiceJet to add second Mumbai-Dubai flight
SpiceJet is set to increase its frequency on the Mumbai-Dubai route with a second daily non-stop flight, effective from 3 August.
Ajay Singh, chairman and managing director, SpiceJet,…
Hong Kong witnesses 7.3% growth from India
As an ever-increasing number of Indians travel outbound, Hong Kong had registered a growth of 7.3% from India. Close to 83,000 Indian visitors arrived into Hong Kong in the…
Inspired by the Orient: Royal Caribbean sails to China and Japan
Royal Caribbean International has announced new sailings to China and Japan, with two of its ships designed especially for excursions at the Orient.
IHG to open seven new hotels in India
After the massive Six Senses acquisition, InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) is making waves in India. Under the IHG-SAMHI partnership, it today announced the opening of seven more Holiday…
In time for cherry blossoms: Vistara and JAL codeshare
Japan Airlines (JAL) and India's finest full-service carrier, Vistara, entered a codeshare partnership that will open up more routes between India and Tokyo than ever before.
Now open: Holiday Inn Express comes to India’s business hub Gurugram
InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG), one of the world’s leading hotel companies, inaugurated the Holiday Inn Express Gurgaon Sector 50, the first Holiday Inn Express hotel in Gurugram,…
India’s Vistara partners with British Airways
British Airways and Indian domestic carrier, Vistara, announced a new partnership that will open up more routes between London and India.
India on track to be the third largest aviation market by 2025
Qatar Airways' group chief executive, Akbar Al Baker, agrees that India is on track to become the third largest global aviation market by 2025 when he addressed the key leaders in the…
Ginger launches first property in ‘peanut town’ of Bharuch, Gujarat
In its ever expanding footprint, Ginger Hotels has announced the signing of a new property in Bharuch – a key city of Gujarat famous for its peanuts.
Travel Tours expands reach in India, launches first retail store in Coimbatore
Travel Tours, the flagship leisure travel brand of FCM Travel Solutions, Indian subsidiary of Flight Centre Travel Group Australia, opened its first retail store at one of India's smart…
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.
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.
Number of Indians travelling to Morocco set to rise with Cox & Kings new visa centres
Cox & Kings Global Services (CKGS), announced the opening of Morocco Visa Application and Information Centres (MVAIC) in India. The Centre in New Delhi was inaugurated today by His…
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…
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.
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)…
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…
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 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…
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…
Air India joins Star Alliance partners at Heathrow
Air India has moved its entire London operations at Heathrow Airport’s Terminal 2, alongside its fellow Star Alliance carriers.
The national carrier operates multiple flights in and…
SpiceJet boosts links to Gujarat
SpiceJet has announced plans to expand its operations in Gujarat with the re-introduction of its services between Delhi and Surat.
Effective 26 March 2017, the low-cost carrier will…
Mauritius woos Indian agents with roadshow
The Mauritius Tourism Promotion Authority (MTPA) recently conducted a five-city roadshow in India.
In late August, the tourism board and representatives from 30 Mauritian travel…
Philippines turns to India for tourism boost
The Philippines' Department of Tourism (DOT) headed to India this month to undertake a four-city tourism roadshow.
A delegation from the Southeast Asia country, which included hotels and…
