IndiGo starts direct operations between Delhi- Rajahmundry and Delhi-Darbhanga
IndiGo, India’s preferred carrier, commences daily direct flights on new routes, Delhi-Rajahmundry and Delhi-Darbhanga, w.e.f. December 12, 2024.
IndiGo announces its second IndiGoStretch route on Delhi-Bengaluru
IndiGo, India’s preferred airline, announces the addition of IndiGoStretch on its Delhi-Bengaluru route, with operations commencing on January 10, 2025.
Taj Mahal, New Delhi launches chemical-free water recycling system
In a landmark step towards environmental stewardship, Taj Mahal, New Delhi, has introduced an advanced Effluent Treatment Plant (ETP) for wastewater recycling, becoming one of the pioneers…
Air India’s flagship A350 makes ultra long-haul debut on Delhi-New York (JFK) route
Air India, India’s leading global airline, has introduced its flagship A350-900 aircraft on daily, non-stop flights between Delhi and New York’s John F Kennedy International Airport (JFK).
India’s longest Vande Bharat Express started between Delhi and Patna
Indian Railways is launched its longest Vande Bharat Express, designed to enhance the nation’s expanding high-speed train network.
Fifth ‘Avartana’ opens at ITC Maurya, New Delhi
ITC Hotels opens the fifth dining establishment of its ground breaking and pioneering brand in reinvented Southern Indian cuisine mosaics ‘Avartana’ at ITC Maurya, New Delhi.
Svelte Delhi, a member of Radisson Individuals opens
The Group continues to be the largest operator in the Delhi NCR region with 25 hotels operational under multiple brands, including Radisson Blu, Radisson, Park Inn by Radisson, and Park…
Si Nonna’s opens in DLF Delhi
Known for its authentic sourdough pizzas crafted with the finest ingredients, Si Nonna's brings a taste of traditional Italy to the bustling streets of New Delhi.
Nothing Before Coffee opens 75th outlet in Delhi’s Connaught Place
India’s fast-growing QSR coffee chain, Nothing Before Coffee (NBC) announced the launch of its landmark 75th outlet in the heart of New Delhi’s Connaught Place, a significant achievement as…
IndiGo launches daily direct flights from Delhi to Tirupati
IndiGo launches new route connecting Delhi, the capital city of India, and Tirupati, renowned for its historic temples.
Taj Mahal, New Delhi appoints Dr. Anmol Ahluwalia as Area Director – Operations, and General Manager
Taj Mahal, New Delhi appoints Dr. Anmol Ahluwalia as Area Director – Operations and General Manager – Taj Mahal, New Delhi.
Now fly IndiGo from New Delhi to Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh
IndiGo, India's preferred carrier, has unveiled a new direct route connecting New Delhi and Vijayawada.
Secret Ingredient appointed as Consultants at the restaurant for Le Meridien New Delhi
Secret Ingredient, a renowned consulting firm in the restaurant and hospitality industry, has been appointed by the iconic Le Meridien, Delhi, for a re-conceptualisation and Menu development…
Air India’s Game Changer: The A350-900’s Debut on the Delhi-Heathrow Route
Air India, India’s flag carrier, has announced a significant upgrade to its Delhi-Heathrow route. Starting from 1 September 2024, the airline will roster its flagship
Madhya Pradesh Tourism organised ‘MP Tourism Masterclass’ in New Delhi
The Madhya Pradesh Tourism Board's recent workshop ‘MP Tourism Masterclass’ was held on 4th July 2024 at the Madhya Pradesh Bhawan, New Delhi.
Air India’s flagship A350 to fly twice daily on Delhi-London Heathrow route from 1 September
Air India is set to transform the on board experience for its guests on twice-daily flights between Delhi and London Heathrow with the deployment of its brand-new Airbus A350-900 aircraft.
SalamAir to connect New Delhi to Muscat
SalamAir, Oman’s fastest-growing value-for-money airline, has announced the launch of its latest destination in India – Delhi (DEL).
IndiGo to host 81st IATA AGM in Delhi
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced that IndiGo will host the 81st IATA Annual General Meeting (AGM) and World Air Transport Summit in Delhi, India.
Air India international passengers can now avail check-in & baggage drop service at select Delhi metro stations
Air India has collaborated with Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) and Delhi International Airport (DIAL) to facilitate check-in for international travellers at two metro stations in Delhi…
Vietnam Airlines embarks on a new era with Airbus A350, connecting Delhi to Vietnam
Vietnam Airlines, the flag carrier of Vietnam proudly announces the commencement of commercial operations of the state-of-the-art Airbus A350 aircraft, connecting the vibrant capital city of…
IndiGo adds daily direct flights between Delhi-Phuket
IndiGo, India’s preferred carrier, has announced additional flights between Delhi and Phuket, Thailand, starting from June 01, 2024.
Radisson Hotel Group signs Svelte Delhi, a member of Radisson Individuals
Continuing its ambitious expansion plan in India, Radisson Hotel Group is excited to announce the signing of the 108-room Svelte Delhi, a member of Radisson Individuals.
IndiGo to connect Delhi and Jharsuguda with daily direct flights from 15 May
IndiGo, India’s preferred carrier, has announced daily direct flights between Delhi and Jharsuguda, Odisha, effective from 15 May, 2024.
Vistara upgrades the experience on Delhi-Bali route with its state-of-the-art Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner
Encouraged by strong demand on the route and anticipated uptick in the upcoming summer season, Vistara - India’s finest full-service carrier and a joint venture of the Tata group and…
Vietnam Airlines to operate A350 on New Delhi route
Vietnam Airlines, the flag carrier of Vietnam, is set to deploy its Airbus A350 from New Delhi to Vietnam.
India’s ‘Iconic’ Holi Moo! Festival Returns to New Delhi in 2024
The multi-genre experiential music festival which celebrates the Indian festival of Holi is back with its 16th edition.
Delhi Walks & Delhipedia partner to revolutionise exploration of Delhi
In a groundbreaking collaboration aimed at transforming of the exploration Delhi city, Delhi Walks® & Delhipedia have joined forces to illuminate the multifaceted charm of Delhi by…
BRIDGES 2024 by RARE to be held in Delhi from 4th to 6th April
RARE India, which completes 20 years of operations this year, noted as the largest community of boutique owner run hotels and experiences, with a singular focus on promoting community…
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.
First Air India Express flight takes off from Ayodhya for Delhi as Ayodhya International Airport is inaugurated
Air India Express was part of a significant day – the inauguration of Maharishi Valmiki International Airport Ayodhya Dham by Hon’ble Prime Minister Narendra Modi – when it launched…
Air India Express expands operations in Ayodhya, launches direct flights to Bengaluru and Kolkata in addition to Delhi, starting January 17
In addition to Delhi, Air India Express announced the commencement of new routes from Ayodhya to two major metros – Bengaluru and Kolkata, starting January 17.
Air India Express expands operations in Gwalior, provides direct flights to Delhi and Bengaluru starting January 16
Air India Express, announces the commencement of new routes from Gwalior to two major metropolitan cities - Gwalior to Delhi and Gwalior to Bengaluru, starting January 16th.
Vistara commences daily direct services between Delhi and Bali
Vistara, India’s finest full-service carrier and a joint venture of the Tata group and Singapore Airlines, inaugurated daily, non-stop flights between Delhi and Bali.
Türkiye facilitates screenings of Tiger 3, in Delhi and Mumbai
Türkiye Tourism Promotion & Development Agency, in collaboration with Türkiye Culture & Tourism Office in New Delhi, recently hosted exclusive screenings of the Blockbuster film,…
Air India set to link Delhi with Phuket with non-stop service
Air India, India’s leading global airline, is set to connect Delhi with Phuket, Thailand’s popular island destination, with a non-stop service from 15th December 2023.
Wedding Asia New Delhi: Embrace Grandeur and Elegance in the Heart of the Capital
Get ready to immerse yourself in the grand celebration of love and sophistication at the upcoming Wedding Asia exhibition in New Delhi.
LOT Polish Airlines celebrates Poland’s national independence day with the Polish Embassy in New Delhi
105 years ago, on 11 November 1918, Poland regained its independency and the 11 November today is the country’s national holiday.
Get Ready to Howl at the Moon: Dragoween Haunts at The Lalit New Delhi
It's that time of the year when the ghouls, witches, and creatures of the night come out to play, and The Lalit New Delhi is thrilled to host the spine-chilling extravaganza - Dragoween on…
Vistara announces daily non-stop flights between Delhi and Bali
Vistara, India’s finest full-service carrier and a joint venture of Tata group and Singapore Airlines, announced daily non-stop flights between Delhi and Bali, starting 01 December 2023.
Simaero announces the forthcoming opening of an Aviation Training Center in Delhi
Simaero is pleased to announce its latest milestone in the expansion of Simaero India with the upcoming opening of a state-of-the-art Training Center in Delhi.
New Thai Visa Application Center in New Delhi inaugurated
DU Digital Global Limited, a distinguished global service provider, proudly announces its recent achievement: becoming the official partner for Thailand's sticker visa processing at the…
IndiGo restarts direct flights between Delhi-Hong Kong
IndiGo, India’s preferred carrier, has re-commenced direct flights between Delhi and Hong Kong, effective October 5, 2023.
IndiGo commences operations between Delhi-Itanagar
IndiGo, India’s leading carrier, has commenced exclusive direct flights between Delhi and Itanagar, effective October 2, 2023.
Vistara commences daily, direct flights between Delhi and Maldives
Vistara India’s finest full-service carrier and a joint venture of the Tata group and Singapore Airlines, inaugurated daily, non-stop flights between Delhi and Maldives.
Vistara announces daily non-stop flights between Delhi and Hong Kong from 29 October 2023
Vistara, India’s finest full-service carrier and a joint venture of Tata group and Singapore Airlines, announced daily non-stop flights between Delhi and Hong Kong, starting 29 October 2023.
Vistara announces Direct Daily Flights between Delhi and Maldives
Vistara, India’s finest full-service carrier and a joint venture of Tata group and Singapore Airlines, announced the addition of a new route to its growing international network.
Fly Delhi to Lagos on EGYPTAIR
EGYPTAIR, the national flag carrier of Egypt and Star Alliance member, offers excellent connectivity & airfares from Delhi to Lagos, via Cairo.
EgyptAir opens new route to Delhi
EgyptAir the national carrier of Egypt and a member of Star Alliance, announces that it has connected Cairo with Delhi.
IIHM Institute of Hospitality Skills opens doors in Delhi
The IIHM Institute of Hospitality Skills (IIHS), which is India's largest training centre affiliated with the Tourism and Hospitality Skill Council (THSC), has opened its state-of-the-art…
Flight UK819 flew Vistara’s 50 millionth passenger from Delhi-Bengaluru
Vistara, India’s finest full-service carrier and a joint venture of the Tata Group and Singapore Airlines, achieved the momentous milestone of flying 50 million customers in just eight years…
Air Mauritius to resume Delhi-Mauritius direct flights from 4th May 2023
To mark the resumption of direct flights from Delhi to Mauritius, Air Mauritius in association with the Mauritius Tourism Promotion Authority organised a Networking Gala Evening at Hotel…
B2B wholesaler Elan Experiences opens office in Delhi
In line with its conviction-driven growth plans and development of capabilities that are designed to address its expansion into yet newer markets, Elan Experiences has now opened a new…
Türkiye participates in World Book Fair’23 in New Delhi
The Turkiye Tourism Board made its debut participation in the 31st edition of World Book Fair, New Delhi held at Pragati Maidan from 25th February to 5th March, 2023.
‘Dhamaka’ opens at the JW Marriott Aerocity, Delhi
In a masterful display of culinary artistry, Masters of Marriott Bonvoy and Culinary Culture kickstart 2023 on a high note as they welcome ‘Dhamaka’ to India for the very first time.
ITA Airways opens additional frequency to its direct flight schedule from Rome to New Delhi
ITA Airways, the Italian flag carrier has informed that as of December 30th, 2022, ITA Airways has opened the sales of an additional weekly frequency to its direct flight schedule from Rome…
CISF adds more personnel in Delhi and Mumbai airports
The Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) has prepared a pool of more than 100 personnel to man additional security counters expected to be handed over to it for easing the ongoing…
Now fly direct Delhi-Hubballi with IndiGo
IndiGo launched daily direct flights between Delhi-Hubballi on 14 November 2022 in its winter schedule for the year.
‘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.
Alliance Air to restart Delhi-Shimla-Delhi flights from 26 Sept
To enhance the connectivity in north India, Alliance Air will restart its maiden Regional Connectivity Scheme (RCS) route Delhi-Shimla-Delhi from 26 September 2022.
New Delhi Hotel Featured Amongst Best Hotels For Business Travelers 2022
JW Marriott New Delhi Aerocity has been featured amongst the Best Business Hotels in Delhi by the coveted CNBC Travel ‘Best Hotels for Business…
Now EV chargers at Radisson Blu Plaza Delhi Airport
This World EV Day, Radisson Hotel Group celebrates the inauguration of its Electric Vehicle (EV) chargers in partnership with SunFuel at the Radisson Blu Plaza Delhi International Airport.
Akasa Air to launch flights from Delhi in October
The airlines has opened bookings for daily flights between Delhi and Ahmedabad from 7 October.
Now fly ITA New Delhi to Rome from 3 Dec
Starting on 3rd December, Italy's flag carrier ITA Airways passengers will be able to fly direct to New Delhi.
Delhi-Mumbai Vistara flight returns midway
A Delhi-Mumbai flight of Vistara airlines returned midway to Delhi on Monday after a whistling sound was heard on the right-side cockpit.
Mayhem at Delhi International Airport as Lufthansa cancels flights
German airline Lufthansa had to cancel its flights to India due to a one-day strike staged by its pilots, resulting in hundreds of passengers stranded at Delhi International Airport.
Delhi to Vancouver flight is now daily on Air India
Boeing has been working closely with Air India to restore 777-300ER that had been grounded due to COVID-19 pandemic
Delhi to Vancouver flight is now daily on Air India
Qatar Tourism gears up to receive more Indian travellers with Delhi and Mumbai roadshow
Qatar Tourism's roadshow in India drew industry and visitor attention to the infrastructure, attractions, and amenities being built for the prestigious FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022, which the…
Azerbaijan Airlines unveils New Delhi-Baku flights from 10 Aug
Azerbaijan Airlines (AZAL) has started ticket sales for flights to Heydar Aliyev International Airport, Baku from New Delhi
IndiGo to take off for Delhi-Deoghar flights from 30 July
IndiGo will be the first airline to operate from Deoghar, which will boost connectivity to Jharkhand and nearby regions
Virgin Atlantic unveils second daily service on Delhi-London route
The additional daily connection from Delhi to London Heathrow offers more choice than ever, benefiting both business and leisure travellers
Delhi’s IGI airport is now world’s second busiest airport
The aviation sector has started showing signs of recovery in 2022 after remaining affected due to the Covid-19 pandemic for two years
SIA resumes A380 service to Delhi
The return of the superjumbo to India is part of SIA’s larger effort to progressively bring frequency and capacity back to pre-Covid levels in the coming months
LOT to resume flights to Delhi this week, launch Mumbai service in May
LOT Polish Airlines is set to commence passenger flights to Mumbai effective May 31, 2022
AirAsia India repatriation flight from Budapest reaches Delhi
AirAsia India repatriation flight from Budapest, Hungary, operated via Dubai to reach India
Air India announces new flights from Delhi to Hong Kong from January
As part of the air bubble agreement, Air India announced it will fly additional flights between Delhi and Hong Kong under the Vande Bharat Mission
Delhi airport installs e-boarding gates for seamless travel
Delhi airport has introduced e-boarding gates across all three terminals for passengers flying out of the city for contactless, seamless travelling amid the COVID-19 pandemic
Qantas Sydney to Delhi inaugural flight takes off
A nonstop Qantas flight from Sydney to Delhi took off on Monday morning, marking the airline’s first journey to the Indian metropolis in more than 40 years.
Qantas debuts Melbourne-New Delhi flights in December
Qantas is doubling down on its move into India, launching direct flights between Melbourne and New Delhi for the first time in its history alongside a new service from Sydney set to start…
UAE’s newest budget carrier Air Arabia introduces direct New Delhi route
UAE's newest budget carrier and the first out of the capital Abu Dhabi, Air Arabia Abu Dhabi has announced a new service to New Delhi
Ahoy City of Light! Vistara launches non-stop flights between Delhi and Paris
Vistara, India’s finest full-service carrier and a joint venture of Tata group and Singapore Airlines, operated its first non-stop flight to Paris CDG (Charles de Gaulle) airport
Delhi leads travel demand for Thomas Cook India
Thomas Cook India has been witnessing a robust 60% month-on-month increase since re-opening in June 2021
Delhi-Sydney boost! Qantas marks India return after a decade from December
The Australian carrier Qantas will start non-stop services to India after a decade as the carrier will have three-weekly flights between Delhi-Sydney from 6 December
An evening in Paris! Vistara to start Delhi-Paris non-stop flights from 7 November
Vistara has announced a non-stop flight service from Delhi to Paris, starting 7 November, under the ‘air bubble’ pact between India and France
Vistara to start Delhi-Tokyo flights from 16 June under air bubble
Vistara has announced it will start flights on the Delhi-Tokyo route from 16 June under the air bubble arrangement formed between India and Japan
Ride to vaccinate! Rapido supports India’s COVID 19 vaccination drive with free rides to Delhi citizens
Rapido, India’s largest bike taxi platform, pledged support to the world’s largest COVID-19 vaccination drive through its #RideToVaccinate initiative
Russia launches new visa centres in Mumbai and Delhi
Russia opened two new visa centres recently in Mumbai and New Delhi that will cater to all categories of visa
Delhi launches heritage promotion scheme in budget
The Delhi government has introduced a heritage promotion scheme in its annual budget seeking to brand the national capital as a tourist destination
Travelling to Delhi? Check out these new travel rules from today
Starting today, Delhi has made it mandatory for people travelling from five states to get a negative Covid-19 report before entering the state.
No take off: Virgin Atlantic cancels launch of Delhi and Mumbai flights from Manchester
Virgin Atlantic, which announced the launch of services to Mumbai and Delhi from Manchester in October this year from 19 December and to Delhi on 5 January, announced that it is cancelling…
Maharashtra makes Covid-negative report mandatory for Delhi, Gujarat, Rajasthan and Goa travellers
Covid-negative report from an RT-PCR test will be needed for people travelling to Maharashtra from Delhi-NCR, Gujarat, Rajasthan and Goa - states witnessing a surge in coronavirus cases
Vistara adds Delhi-Doha route from 19 November
Vistara, India’s full-service carrier and a joint venture of Tata group and Singapore Airlines, has announced non-stop flights between Delhi and Doha, the capital city of Qatar
Delhi Restaurants Get Reprieve from COVID-19
It seems that years of sustained efforts on the part of Delhi restaurants and the hospitality industry are finally showing positive results, which will help with job creation and boost the…
Delhi Restaurants Get Reprieve from COVID-19
It seems that years of sustained efforts on the part of Delhi restaurants and the hospitality industry are finally showing positive results, which will help with job creation and boost the…
Delhi becomes first airport in India to open COVID testing facility
International passengers arriving at Delhi International Airport Limited (DIAL) can undergo COVID-19 test at the airport itself now
Bars, hotels and restaurants in Delhi open today. Here’s what you need to know
After a five-month ban as part of the restrictions to curb the spread of the coronavirus pandemic, bars, restaurants, hotels and clubs in Delhi have now opened up and will start serving…
India Hotels in Delhi Allowed to Reopen
In a major relief to the hospitality industry, India hotels in Delhi have been allowed to open after suffering long-suffering industry lockdown due to the impact of the COVID-19 coronavirus.…
Air Canada announces reopening of Delhi-Toronto route
Air Canada has announced the reopening of its Delhi-Toronto route which will now operate thrice weekly under the new travel guidelines
Vachirachai Sirisumpan joins TAT as director in New Delhi
The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) has appointed Vachirachai Sirisumpan as director for its New Delhi Office. Sirisumpan has been with TAT for more than 20 years with extensive…
Weekend Gateways From Near Delhi
Weekends allow you to do what your heart needs and get a nice little break from the joys of office occupation. For Delhiites, weekends signify something much bigger - the opportunity to…
GoAir to start Colombo flights from Delhi and Bengaluru
In continuation of its expansion in South Asia, GoAir is set to start direct flights from Delhi to Colombo and Bengaluru to Colombo from 20 March.
Jeh Wadia, managing director of…
Virgin Atlantic’s Delhi-Manchester route from October
Virgin Atlantic has announced new flying route from Delhi to Manchester with services taking to the skies from October 2020 onwards.
For the first time, it will fly from India to…
Delhi elections 2020: SpiceJet offers ‘free tickets’ to flyers who want to vote
Budget carrier SpiceJet has started an initiative to enable voters to fly home so that they can cast their vote for the upcoming Delhi elections.
In this ‘Spice Democracy’ initiative,…
VFS Global rolls out Lithuania VAC in New Delhi
VFS Global has rolled out Lithuania visa services in New Delhi to cater to travellers from India visiting the European country. Julius Pranevičius, ambassador of Lithuania to India and…
LOT Polish Airlines commences Warsaw-Delhi flight
LOT Polish Airlines, the national carrier of Poland and the leading carrier of Central and Eastern Europe, has started Delhi operations from Warsaw, the capital of Poland. The opening of…
Air India announces direct Delhi-Seoul flight
Air India has announced its new direct route of Delhi – Seoul, starting from 19 September. The national carrier will operate direct flights four days a week on the two route using the…
Delhi airport starts facial recognition system
Delhi International Airport (DIAL) is rolling out a three-month trial to demonstrate a Biometric Enabled Seamless Travel Experience (BEST) from 6 September.
The trial will be based on…
IndiGo and SpiceJet to operate from Terminal 3 in Delhi
IndiGo and SpiceJet will shift their flight operations to Terminal 3 (T3) of the Delhi International Airport (DIAL) from 5 September. “While Indigo would shift a portion of its…
Vistara starts daily Delhi-Bangkok service
Vistara inaugurated its daily service to Bangkok, Thailand, the third international destination in its network. The airline will now fly daily between Delhi and Bangkok and will be the…
United to make Delhi-SFO flight a year-round daily
India’s direct connectivity with the west coast of US is all set to improve from December. US carrier United has decided to convert its seasonal Delhi-San Francisco (SFO) flight into a…
Coming soon: AirAsia India to start direct Delhi-Chennai route
AirAsia India has expanded network with the addition of a daily service between New Delhi and Chennai from September. A joint venture between Tata Sons and AirAsia Berhad, the airline…
Israel Tourism conducts roadshow in Delhi
Israel Ministry of Tourism (IMOT) conducted a roadshow in New Delhi to enhance commercial ties with the Indian travel trade fraternity. In an effort to retain the growth momentum of…
Vistara’s first international flight to Singapore from Delhi in August
Vistara is commencing its international operations with its maiden flights to Singapore from Delhi and Mumbai.
The full-service carrier owned by Tata Sons and Singapore Airlines will…
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…
Gulf Air increases direct Delhi service
Gulf Air, the national carrier of Bahrain, is set to increase its direct Delhi service from two to three daily flights starting from 9 July.
Strengthening relationship with Indian…
Finnair to transfer Delhi route cabin service to OSM Aviation
Finnair is expanding its cooperation with the Norway-based OSM Aviation. Cabin services in the Delhi route will be transferred to OSM Aviation during the last quarter of 2019. In the…
Caucasus delight: Azerbaijan Airlines launches first direct flight from Baku to New Delhi
Azerbaijan Airlines (AZAL) has now launched its direct flight linking Baku to New Delhi.
An eastern country with a western outlook, Baku is known as the ‘Pearl of the Caucasus’.…
Air France unveils new long-haul travel cabins on Bengaluru and Delhi route
Air France, the French flag carrier, will welcome the revamped travel cabins on board Airbus A330 on the Bengaluru – Paris route effective 18 June and effective 28 June, on the…
Enter the Dragon: IndiGo’s China Delhi-Chengdu route
IndiGo is set to start a daily non-stop flight on the Delhi-Chengdu route from September 15 onwards. While also operating to five other international destinations in Asia, this flight…
Air India to resume additional Delhi-Colombo flight
Air India will resume its additional flight on Delhi-Colombo route from 15 July, Hardeep Singh Puri, the civil aviation minister said. The national carrier had stopped operating the…
Aviation round up: Five US flights on TAP, NokScoot lands in Delhi and more
With December already ten days old, it is time to for TDA’s regular slice of aviation pie. This week features Air New Zealand and SIA, NokScoot and more.
Air New Zealand and SIA
Air…
Delhi up: Air Canada boosts network with daily flights to Indian capital
Air Canada has boosted service on four routes from Vancouver this week by increasing its service to Delhi to a year round daily operation as of 2 June 2019.
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
Airbnb takes Trips to Delhi
Airbnb has launched its new Trips platform in New Delhi, adding 15 local experiences in the Indian capital.
Launched in November 2016, Airbnb Trips offers visitors the chance to book…
Dusit Hotels and Resorts has two new properties in time for the peak travel season
Dusit Hotels and Resorts ushers in the peak travel season with the opening of two new properties: Dusit Princess Chiang Mai in Thailand and dusitD2 Fagu, Shimla, the first Dusit-branded…
CSMIA facilitated 4.77 million passengers in November 2024
Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (CSMIA) maintained its momentum in November 2024, achieving significant growth in passenger traffic and operational efficiency.
IndiGo launches direct flights from Bengaluru to Langkawi
IndiGo, India's preferred airline, celebrated the commencement of its exclusive daily direct flights between Bengaluru and Langkawi.
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.
Radisson Hotel Group appoints Rashna Kapadi as Director of Design and Technical Services for South Asia
Radisson Hotel Group is delighted to announce the appointment of Ms. Rashna Kapadi as the new Director of Design and Technical Services for South Asia.
Vaidyaratnam partners with Vrindavan Ayurveda Chikitsalayam
Vrindavan Ayurveda Chikitsalayam is a trusted name in Ayurvedic care and has undergone a transformative evolution through a strategic partnership with the renowned Kerala-based Vaidyaratnam…
Air India reveals upgraded products on more routes in new year
Air India announced significant updates to its international route network starting 2025.
Royal Jordanian Airlines to resume flights to India in 2025
Royal Jordanian Airlines is preparing to return to India, marking an exciting new chapter in its relationship with one of the world’s most vibrant and fast-growing aviation markets.
Royals Moonlight Resorts ties-up with Travedise World
In a major development in India’s vacation ownership-timeshare landscape, Royals Timeshare India Ltd., that operates under the brand-name Royals Moonlight Resorts has entered into an…
Saudia to increase frequencies to India
Recognizing India’s immense potential for inbound tourism, Saudia is focused on increasing flight frequencies and enhancing its service offerings.
Contiki launches four new Asian trip packages
Youth travel brand Contiki announced its latest trip launch in Asia, offering four packages to the region’s trending destinations.
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…
Air India Express launches direct flights to Jaipur, Kochi, Lucknow, and Patna
Air India Express now operates more than 100 weekly flights from Bhubaneswar, connecting the city directly to 11 domestic destinations.
Chardham Yatra Opening Dates 2025
Introduction to Chardham Yatra
Chardham Yatra Opening Dates 2025-The Chardham Yatra is more than just a pilgrimage; it's an adventure that takes you deep into the heart of the…
Air India Express commences operations from Sri Vijaya Puram (Port Blair)
Air India Express operates 21 weekly flights from Sri Vijaya Puram, more than 370 from Bengaluru, and 160 from Kolkata, Sri Vijaya Puram - Chennai flights to commence on 1st January 2025.
“If you wish to explore India, come to Mahakumbh”: Shikhawat
The Uttar Pradesh Tourism Department organised a grand event, ‘Mahakumbh 2025 Prelude’, on Friday, at The Ashoka Hotel in New Delhi.
Ed Sheeran announces 2025 live shows in Bhutan, India and ME
Global superstar Ed Sheeran has announced a series of Mathematics Tour shows in Bhutan, India and the Middle East running from January to May 2025.
IndiGo launches direct flights from Kolkata to Phuket from 27 December
IndiGo, India’s preferred airline, announces daily direct flights between Kolkata-Phuket, starting December 27, 2024.
Patricia de Lille, to visit India in December 2024
As South Africa and India commemorate 30 years of robust diplomatic relations and democracy, the Honourable Minister of Tourism, Patricia de Lille, will embark on a significant visit to…
Etihad Airways and Chennai Super Kings unveil striking new livery
Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, has revealed a brand new livery featuring the colours and branding of its partner, Indian cricket giants the Chennai Super…
Air India appoints Airline Rep Services as passenger GSA for New Zealand and Fiji
Air India appoints Airline Rep Services (a division of the CVFR Travel Group) as its General Sales Agent (GSA) for passenger business in New Zealand and Fiji.
Amadeus: Asia to lead global tourism revival in 2025
Global travel tech firm Amadeus collaborated with travel forecasting agency Globetrender for its 2025 Travel Trends Report.
Air India optimises fleet to offer its best narrowbody cabin products
Following the integration of Vistara earlier this month, Air India announced an optimisation of its domestic route network that will prioritise deployment of its best narrowbody cabin…
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,…
Radisson Hotel Group debuts Park Inn & Suites by Radisson brand in Odisha and Maharashtra
Radisson Hotel Group announces the signing of Park Inn & Suites by Radisson in Puri, Odisha and Nashik, Maharashtra.
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…
LOT Polish Airlines adds Malta to its global route network
The Mediterranean archipelago of Malta may be one of the smallest countries in the world (only 316 square kilometres) but it has become a trendy travel destination with over three million…
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…
Hospitality sector registers 10.8% Year-on-Year (YOY) RevPAR growth in Q3 2024: JLL
The hospitality sector continued to witness Year-on-Year (YoY) growth in performance in Q3 2024 (July - September 2024), primarily driven by a rise in Average Daily Rate (ADR), resulting in…
37 women achievers in Indian Aviation felicitated
Women in Aviation India (WAI) held its 3rd edition of the iconic Awards - Giving Wings to Dreams 2024 at Roseate House New Delhi, felicitating 37 women achievers who have contributed…
Cambodia – India Tourism Forum 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."
Taj hosts the historic Sir Pratap Singh Polo Cup 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.
Tata Sons and Singapore Airlines celebrate partnership
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…
IndiGo starts non-stop flights from Chennai to Penang
IndiGo, India's preferred airline, announces exclusive daily direct flights between Chennai and Penang, starting December 21, 2024.
Bypass the big cities to experience off the beaten track adventures
In an interview with TDM, Jarrod Kris, Head of Partnerships- APAC, Skyscanner shares more.
ATOAI hosts curtain raiser for its 16th Annual Convention
The Adventure Tour Operators Association of India (ATOAI) hosted an inspiring Curtain Raiser for its 16th Annual Convention at The Park Hotel, New Delhi, setting the stage for an…
Barista launches a new range of coffee Capsules and machine
The Hotel and Restaurant Association (Western India) – HRAWI recently held FSSAI’s Food Safety Supervisor Training in Advance Catering (FoSTaC) and Management Training Programme on November…
Singapore Airlines elevates suites and first-class experience by exclusively offering Cristal 2015 champagne
Singapore Airlines (SIA) will become the world’s only airline to serve the iconic Cristal 2015 champagne, following an exclusive agreement with leading French champagne house Louis Roederer.
FHRAI successfully concludes HR Summit on Education and Career in Hospitality
The Federation of Hotel & Restaurant Associations of India (FHRAI), the third largest hospitality association in the world, in collaboration with the National Council for Hotel…
Remembering Anup Nair, an inspiration for Indian tourism
One of the veterans of the Inbound Industry passed away recently from a short struggle with cancer. Anup Nair’s contribution to the industry as a professional and in various positions…
Thai AirAsia X opens new direct route between Thailand and India
Thai AirAsia X announced the expansion of its route network with new direct flights from Bangkok’s Don Mueang Airport to the Indian capital Delhi.
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…
Fly direct from Bengaluru to Langkawi with IndiGo
IndiGo, India's preferred airline, announces exclusive daily direct flights between Bengaluru and Langkawi, starting from December 16, 2024.
India’s first astro tourism campaign ‘Nakshatra Sabha’ boosts Uttarakhand Tourism
The Uttarakhand Tourism Development Board, in partnership with Starscapes successfully concluded the third event of the Nakshatra Sabha series at Benital after their massive success of the…
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,…
ORAVEL launches SUNDAY Hotel in Manesar with 82 keys
Oravel Stays has announced the launch of SUNDAY Hotel & Resort spread over 5 acres in Manesar to cater to the growing demand of business travelers coming to Gurgaon, Manesar and other…
Abdeali Zoomkawala appointed as director of operations at The Khyber Himalayan Resort & Spa, Gulmarg
Abdeali Zoomkawala comes to The Khyber, Gulmarg with more than two decades of work experience in the hospitality industry.
Japan Airlines flying the flag high for Expo 2025 Osaka
Japan Airlines is helping promote Expo 2025 Osaka, with special livery on one of its Boeing 787-8 aircraft operating international routes.
HR Summit on Education and Career in Hospitality by FHRAI
The Federation of Hotel & Restaurant Associations of India (FHRAI), the third largest hospitality association in the world, in collaboration with the National Council for Hotel…
Cathay Pacific to resume direct passenger flights to Hyderabad
Cathay Pacific announced the resumption of its non-stop passenger service to Hyderabad, the capital city of India’s Telangana state.
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.
DS Group, in collaboration with Radisson Hotel Group, relaunches Manu Maharani as ‘Namah Nainital’
The iconic DS Group property undergoes a transformation, enhancing luxury hospitality in the serene hills of Nainital under Radisson’s world-class standards.
Air India gears up for merger day with multiple initiatives for Vistara customers
Air India, India’s leading global airline, is undertaking multiple steps to ensure a smooth on-ground experience for customers as Vistara merges with Air India on November 12, 2024.
Indian Travellers lead APAC with 3 in 5 planning to travel more in 2025: Skyscanner Horizons Report
Skyscanner has published its latest industry travel report exploring the latest trends in travel. Titled ‘Skyscanner Horizons: 2024/5 spending, planning and destination insights’, the report…
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…
IndiGo’s tailor-made business product – IndiGoStretch – lands in India
IndiGo, India’s preferred airline, welcomes its first IndiGoStretch aircraft - a tailor-made business product for India’s busiest and business routes.
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.
IATA announces that a fully digital travel experience is now closer to reality
IATA and its partners have successfully demonstrated that the industry is ready to deliver a fully digital air travel experience.
Consistent increase in occupancy across key markets in India in Sept 2024: HVS-ANAROCK
As per the HVS-ANAROCK Hospitality Monitor - October '24, sustained demand growth has led to consistent improvements in occupancy rates across key markets in September 2024, compared to the…
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.
Air Astana presents its winter 2024/2025 schedule
Air Astana just introduced its winter schedule, with the season marked by the launch of a large number of new international services
Air India Express to fly daily between Visakhapatnam and Vijayawada
Air India Express Enhances Connectivity from Visakhapatnam with 28 Weekly Flights, Offering Direct Service to 3 Destinations and Convenient One-Stop Connections to 24 Cities.
Air India Express to fly to Jammu and Sri Vijaya Puram (Port Blair)
Air India Express has announced the addition of two new stations—Jammu and Sri Vijaya Puram (Port Blair)—marking another milestone in the airline’s rapidly growing domestic network.
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…
VisitCzechia successfully holds three-city roadshow in India
CzechTourism successfully concluded a three-city roadshow in India, its first since the pandemic, to boost travel interest to Czechia. Held from October 7-10, the roadshow visited Delhi,…
Radisson Hotel Group introduces Braille menus
Teams from Radisson Hotel Group South Asia and CII Young Indians have collaborated to launch the Braille menu at the Group’s operational hotels in India
United States, top source market to India for Diwali: Agoda
Digital travel platform Agoda reveals the top searched cities in India for Diwali celebrations, with New Delhi coming out on top among international visitors.
Minimalist Hotels launches coworking spaces
Minimalist Hotels, India’s Poshtel, has recently announced the opening of its new coworking spaces, blending its cafes into work environments to offer remote workers and entrepreneurs a…
Dusit Hotels and Resorts returns to India via dusitD2 Fagu
Dusit Hotels and Resorts announced its return to India with the anticipated soft opening of dusitD2 Fagu.
Top Train Journeys to Experience for an Unforgettable Adventure
There’s something timeless and enchanting about train travel. Even in our fast-paced, technology-driven world, the allure of sitting in a carriage and watching the landscape
Shangri-La unveils ‘Bandhan’, a luxury wedding service
Shangri-La Group is set to revolutionise the world of luxury Indian weddings with the grand unveiling of ‘Bandhan by Shangri-La,’ an extraordinary wedding service designed to deliver…
KTO, India brings back the Korea Festival 2024 from 18- 20 October
A 3-Day Extravaganza of Korean Culture, Business, and Entertainment in New Delhi, Featuring a Travel Mart at Yashobhoomi Dwarka on October 18 and Cultural Celebrations at DLF Avenue, Saket…
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.
The Ritz-Carlton, Bangalore welcomes Mamta Yadav as Director of Rooms
In her new role, Mamta Yadav is poised to elevate the guest experience through a transformative and strategic approach.
Secret Ingredient highlights successful culinary projects in India
Secret Ingredient, India’s food consulting firm for the restaurant and hospitality industry, highlights its successful project completions at three distinctive venues: Niko, a modern Asian…
Rotana partners with Abu Dhabi Hospitality Academy – Les Roches
Dedicated to hospitality education and training, the Academy enrolled its first batch of students for its inaugural intake last month, marking a significant milestone of the hospitality…
Bhutan Appoints Strategic Leaders to Propel Gelephu Mindfulness City to Global Prominence
In a significant move, His Majesty the King of Bhutan has appointed Mun Leong Liew as CEO to lead the groundbreaking Gelephu Mindfulness City (GMC) in the Kingdom’s Special
Where are Brits Flying for October Half Term 2024?
As the days get shorter, darker and colder, Brits are in need of a getaway during our imminent school half term.
‘How India Travels 2024 – The Inbound Edit’
Booking.com in collaboration with Accenture, unveiled the second edition of its comprehensive annual report, ‘How India Travels 2024 - The Inbound Edit’.
SITA opens new hub in Cluj-Napoca, Romania
The hub focuses on product engineering and support, while highlighting SITA’s commitment to investing in new technology and top-tier talent in Eastern Europe.
Udman Hotels and Resorts Introduces Udman Luxe Villa
Udman Hotels and Resorts, a distinguished name in boutique and luxury hospitality, announces the grand opening of its newest venture—Udman Luxe Villa, in Chattarpur marking the brand's entry…
Air India Express adds “Jamdani” tail art on its new aircraft
Joining the festivities of Durga Puja in West Bengal, Air India Express showcased its brand-new Boeing 737-8 aircraft with tail art inspired by the traditional “Jamdani” design at Netaji…
IntrCity SmartBus partners with CheckMyBus
Collaboration Between IntrCity and CheckMyBus Enhances Access to Over 630+ Routes, Elevating India’s Intercity Travel Experience.
Top five saunas in Helsinki, Finland
Sauna culture is an integral part of Finnish life, with 3.3 million saunas in a country of 5.5 million people, showcasing its deep-rooted significance.
Spike in visa applications for concerts, sports, and festivals: atlys
atlys, the visa processing platform, has reported a significant uptick in visa applications driven by travellers seeking out global concerts, sports events, and festivals.
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…
Qatar Airways to Launch Non-Stop Flights to Toronto in December 2024
Qatar Airways, recently crowned the World’s Best Airline by Skytrax for the eighth time, is set to expand its reach in the Americas with a
Enjoy an immersive experience at the India International Coffee Festival 2024
The IICF is designed to cater to a broad audience, from industry professionals that include growers, roasters, exporters, traders, cafe chain owners, and retailers to coffee connoisseurs and…
Bhutan appoints leaders to introduce Gelephu Mindfulness City to the world
King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck of Bhutan appointed leaders to drive the development of the Gelephu Mindfulness City.
IndiGo partners with Marigold Aviation Partnership for Cadet Pilot Training
IndiGo announced its partnership with Marigold Aviation for its coveted Cadet Pilot Program.
Top domestic and international destinations this Diwali: Booking.com
With Diwali just around the corner (November 1st), Indians are eager to make the most of extended weekends and seek enriching experiences.
Qatar Airways to launch flights to Toronto from 11 Dec
Qatar Airways will launch a new service to Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) starting on 11 December 2024, with three weekly non-stop flights from the World’s Best Airport - Hamad…
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…
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.
Pickyourtrail grows presence in tier-2 cities
Pickyourtrail, India’s one-stop shop for customised international holidays, has opened a new office and offline store in Jaipur.
TeamLease Services highlights 64% workforce expansion in India’s travel and hospitality sector amidst rising air travel and tech integration
India’s Travel and Hospitality sector is experiencing an unprecedented resurgence, spurred by a combination of rising air travel, religious tourism, and evolving consumer preferences for…
Explore the world with winter deals from Etihad Airways
Etihad Airways is welcoming winter with special deals on flights to Europe’s most breathtaking destinations.
Illinois Office of Tourism opens international office in India
The Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO), Office of Tourism announces the opening of its newest international office in New Delhi, India.
Madhya Pradesh’s Pranpur, Sabarvani and Ladpura recognised as Best Tourism Villages
The Central Ministry of Tourism has announced that the state's Pranpur, Sabarvani, and Ladpura Khas have been declared the best tourism villages in the country.
17% increase in travel searches by Indians: Justdial
A recent analysis of consumer search trends by Justdial, has revealed a significant uptick in searches related to international travel, indicating a growing desire for diverse experiences.
DCT Abu Dhabi engages Indian travel trade partners through multi-city roadshow
The Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) hosted its ‘Experience Abu Dhabi’ roadshow in India across the three major cities of Delhi, Mumbai and Bangalore, engaging…
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…
CANSO director-general cites need for consensus on air traffic management in the Asia-Pacific
Civil Air Navigation Services Organisation (CANSO) director general Simon Hocquard pointed out an urgent need for consensus regarding air traffic management in the Asia-Pacific.
Pin Parvati Pass Trek: Best Time to Trek, How to Reach, Things to Do & Packing List
One of the best treks in the Himalayan region is the Pin Parvati Pass Trek. It is considered one of the best treks because it provides the best scenic beauty of Western Himalayas. It is a…
Ajeet Bajaj re-elected as President of ATOAI for the 2024-26 term
The Adventure Tour Operators Association of India concluded its Annual General Meeting (AGM) for the 2023-24 financial year and held its elections for the 2024-26 term on September 16, 2024,…
Making every trip a Connected Trip: a seamless travel experience by Booking.com
A recent Booking.com survey reveals that nearly half (42%) of Indians find trip planning stressful, including juggling flights, accommodations, car rentals, activities and the overall…
Air India appoints Oscar Travel Services as passenger GSA in Malaysia
Air India has selected Oscar Travel Services, a wholly owned subsidiary of Oscar Holidays, to serve as its Passenger General Sales Agent (GSA) in Malaysia.
Air India inaugurates daily, non-stop flights to Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Air India inaugurated its daily, non-stop flights between Delhi and Kuala Lumpur (Malaysia). The inaugural flight, operated by Airbus A320neo aircraft, landed at Kuala Lumpur at 2043 Hrs…
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.
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.
Air India Express celebrates Onam with grandeur in Kochi, displays Kasavu-inspired aircraft tail design
Joining the grand Onam festivities across Kerala, Air India Express introduced a brand-new Boeing 737-8 aircraft featuring tail art inspired by the traditional "Kasavu" design of Kerala at…
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.
Top five visa-free destinations for Indian Travellers in 2024: Agoda
Digital travel platform Agoda has identified the top five visa-free destinations for Indian travellers in 2024, based on accommodation bookings on the platform.
Global passenger demand up midway through 2024
A new report released by FCM Consulting shows that global passenger demand rose by 9.1 percent as of the end of the first half of this year.
FlixBus steers into South India, expanding green mobility across 33 cities
FlixBus expands its operations in India, launching key routes in South India with plans to connect 33 cities including Bengaluru, Chennai, and Hyderabad, marking a significant milestone in…
Importance of Sonprayag in Chardham Yatra
Introduction to the Chardham Yatra
Importance of Sonprayag in Chardham Yatra-The Chardham Yatra is not just a journey; it’s a pilgrimage that captures the heart and soul of…
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.
Air India Express inaugurates Agartala as its 46th destination
Air India Express has expanded its rapidly growing network by adding Agartala, the capital city of Tripura, as its 32nd domestic destination.
BLTM 2024 opens as the largest-ever MICE show in India
BLTM 2024, India’s show on Business + Leisure Travel & MICE, took place at Yashobhoomi (IICC), Dwarka, New Delhi.
Pune and Chennai registered the highest occupancy rates for July, ranging from 76-79%. HVS ANAROCK
HVS ANAROCK Hotels & Hospitality Review - August 2024 shared the insights on how hotels are performing.
Tourism Malaysia commemorates Malaysia’s 67th Merdeka Day
Tourism Malaysia’s office in India joins the Malaysian people as they get ready to celebrate the 67th anniversary of Malaysian independence on Saturday, 31 August.
Visit Mukteshwar Dham Temple During Kainchi Dham Yatra.
Introduction to Kainchi Dham Yatra
Visit Mukteshwar Dham Temple During Kainchi Dham Yatra-Kainchi Dham Yatra is a spiritual journey that beckons pilgrims and travelers alike to experience…
IndiGo wins the ‘Award of Honour’ at the Indo-US Tourism and Hospitality Summit
IndiGo, India's preferred airline, has been felicitated with the 'Award of Honour’ for its contribution to the Indian aviation industry at the Indo-US Tourism and Hospitality Summit, hosted…
‘Swift visa approval, more direct flights key to boost Indo-US tourism’
India and the US have a lot of unexploited potential in the tourism and hospitality space and more direct flights between the two countries and swifter visa application process is the need…
Air India adds flights to Kolkata from four cities to meet festive demand
Air India announced it will temporarily operate additional flights to Kolkata from four Indian cities to meet greater travel demand to the city during the upcoming Durga Puja festivities.
Finnair’s revamped long-haul Business Class takes flight
Finnair has successfully completed a €200 million renewal of its long-haul cabins, refurbishing all of its long-haul aircraft.
Seychelles holds three-city roadshow in India
Tourism Seychelles recently wrapped up a highly successful three-city roadshow in India, highlighting the archipelago's unmatched beauty, diverse activities, and unique Creole culture to the…
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.
SOCIAL celebrates 10 years of redefining urban culture: A unique confluence of café and bar
SOCIAL, India’s favourite neighborhood café, marks its 10th anniversary, celebrating a decade of communities and connections.
Top 10 best luxury train rides across the globe
Travelling by train can be one of the most luxurious ways to uncover a country’s beauty. Whilst some luxury train journeys promise stunning scenery or gourmet cuisine, each offers their own…
Hospitality sector registers 4.8% Year-on-Year (YOY) RevPAR growth in Q2 2024: JLL
The hospitality sector continued to witness Year-on-Year (YoY) growth in performance in Q2 2024 (April-June, 2024), primarily driven by a rise in Average Daily Rate (ADR), resulting in a …
UNESCO adds locations in Japan and French Polynesia to roster of World Heritage Sites
UNESCO expanded its roster of World Heritage Sites with 24 new locations named at the 46th session of the World Heritage Committee meeting in New Delhi.
Air India Express enhances domestic connectivity with six new daily direct flights
Air India Express has launched six new daily direct flights in a single day, further strengthening its domestic network.
VFS Global appointed to deliver Algeria visa services from India, Nepal and Sri Lanka
VFS Global has been appointed to manage submission and collection for Algeria visa applications in India, Nepal and Sri Lanka.
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…
Turkish Airlines seeks expansion of bilateral air service with India
Turkish Airlines is aiming to expand its operations in India by revising the current bilateral air service agreement
Radisson Hotel Group signs 100-keys Park Inn by Radisson Chennai ECR
Cementing its stronghold in Tamil Nadu, Radisson Hotel Group has announced the signing of the 100-room Park Inn by Radisson Chennai ECR.
India allows VoA for nations of Japan, South Korea & UAE
In a written reply to the Lok Sabha, Union Minister for Tourism and Culture Gajendra Singh Shekhawat said that the Visa-on-Arrival facility would now be available for nationals of Japan,…
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,…
Aamaghati is open to bookings in Ranthambore
The newly opened Aamaghati Wildlife Resort, located on the edge of Ranthambore National Park, is now open and ready for guests who are looking for a unique and adventure-filled vacation…
Top Picks for Indian Travellers this August from Booking.com
As the countdown to August’s long weekends begins, Indian travellers are eager to pack their bags and embark on exciting mini-adventures.
Atlys launches its AI-Powered Visa Probability Evaluator to reduce 80% visa rejections
Atlys, a travel tech startup, announces the launch of its AI-Powered Visa Probability Evaluator tool that aims at reducing 80% visa rejections.
IndiGo’s celebrates its 18th anniversary
Marking a significant milestone in its journey, IndiGo celebrated its 18th anniversary by making announcements that herald a new era for the airline and its 100 million+ annual customers.…
Cygnett Hotels & Resorts adds Cozzet Deera in Sonipat, Haryana
Cygnett Hotels & Resorts announces the opening of Cozzet Sonipat, A Cygnett Hotel in the heart of Sonipat.
Collinson International’s Priority Pass reports a 56% increase in airport experience visits by Indian travellers to APAC in H1 2024 vis-à-vis…
According to the latest lounge data from Collinson International countries across the Asia Pacific region have witnessed significant growth in visits to airport lounges and travel…
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
Air India Express launches ‘Freedom Sale’ with fares as low as INR 1947
As the country gears up to celebrate 77 years of freedom, Air India Express kicks off the celebrations with its “Freedom Sale”, featuring Xpress Lite fares starting from ₹1947, exclusively…
India’s first sunken museum was inaugurated at the iconic Humayun’s Tomb complex
Union Culture Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat officially opened the museum, which showcases over 500 artefacts, many of which are on public display for the first time.
Radisson Hotel Group opens ‘Meetha by Radisson’ stores in Borivali and Bandra
Radisson Hotel Group announces the expansion of Meetha by Radisson with the opening of two new stores in Mumbai.
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.
Visit Kalimath During Chardham Yatra
Visit Kalimath During Chardham Yatra-Nestled in the lap of the majestic Himalayas, Kalimath is a hidden gem that beckons pilgrims and travelers alike. As an integral part of the Chardham…
In focus Madhya Pradesh’s 7 Tiger Reserves
Madhya Pradesh has cemented its position as India's undisputed "Tiger State". Home to a staggering 785 tigers - the highest number in the country according to the 2022 census - this central…
LOT Polish Airlines to fly to Lisbon from 3rd February 2025
Lisbon, capital of Portugal and a vibrant city full of history on the Atlantic coast, will soon become the latest addition to the worldwide route network of LOT Polish Airlines.
AATO attends India International Travel Mart in Bengaluru
Andaman Association of Tour Operators led by its president .M.Vinod attended the ongoing IITM travel exhibition in Bengaluru.
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.
Air India Express to fly to Agartala from 1 September
Air India Express announces the expansion of its network to Tripura, introducing daily direct flights connecting Agartala to Guwahati/Delhi and Kolkata.
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.
The Blue Kite expands operations to Nainital, strengthening its north India footprint
The Blue Kite, a rental management arm of Vianaar-a luxury holiday home developer in Goa, announces its expansion into Nainital, marking a significant milestone in its growth strategy beyond…
Make your Helsinki layover, a time to remember
Helsinki Airport invites travellers to make the most of their layover by exploring the vibrant Finnish capital.
Air India’s flagship A350 to operate New York JFK and Newark flights from this winter
Air India has announced its flagship A350-900 aircraft will operate Delhi-New York JFK flights from 1 November , 2024, and Delhi-Newark flights from 2 January, 2025.
EaseMyTrip inaugurates its new office in Gurugram
EaseMyTrip.com, the online travel tech platforms, opened its new office in Gurugram, Haryana. This strategic move highlights a key milestone in the brand’s expansion journey.
LOT Polish Airlines adds the Mediterranean Island of Cyprus to its global network
Guests travelling with LOT Polish Airlines from India can soon spice up their European journeys with a visit of Cyprus, one of the beautiful islands in the Mediterranean.
Tourist Attractions On the way to Yamunotri(Chardham Yatra)
Tourist Attractions On the way to Yamunotri(Chardham Yatra)-Nestled in the majestic Himalayas, Yamunotri is not just a destination but a spiritual journey. Pilgrims and adventure seekers…
Air France KLM Martinair Cargo and IndiGo CarGo announce partnership
Air France KLM Martinair Cargo (AFKLMP) and IndiGo CarGo are pleased to announce the signing of an extensive Interline Agreement connecting their expansive networks.
Include yoga into your wellness travel journeys
A recent study conducted at AIIMS, New Delhi, has demonstrated that yoga has the potential to substantially enhance the well-being of individuals suffering from Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA).
Atlys sees 60% surge in visa applications from India ahead of the summer Olympic Games
With excitement mounting for the upcoming Summer Olympic Games in Paris, Atlys, India's largest online visa platform, has reported a staggering 60% surge in visa applications for France.
A member of Radisson Individuals, Grand Mirage Dhanbad opens in Jharkhand
Radisson Hotel Group opens Grand Mirage Dhanbad, a member of Radisson Individuals. Dhanbad holds significant potential as an emerging hospitality market.
Air India Express inaugurates direct flights from Mumbai to Mangaluru and Kuwait
Demonstrating its rapid growth, Air India Express commenced operations on two new sectors from Mumbai today, to Mangaluru and Kuwait, marking a significant expansion in domestic and…
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.
CSMIA observes strong passenger traffic growth of 7% in Q1 of FY2024-25
CSMIA witnessed over 59,775 domestic ATMs and approximately 21,519 international passenger ATMs in this period.
Qutub Minar gains limelight as the 2nd most visited monument by foreign tourists in India
Qutub Minar, a 13th-century marvel constructed by the Delhi Sultanate, has surpassed the Mughal Empire’s Agra Fort to become the second most visited monument by foreigners in 2023-24, as per…
Digi Yatra crosses 4 million user milestone
Digi Yatra, a Self Sovereign Identity based Privacy by Design ecosystem that uses face biometric technology offering contactless, seamless passenger processing at airports, has crossed a…
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.
LOT Polish Airlines to fly to Lyon, France
LOT Polish Airlines continues its growth path by adding Lyon to its global route network. This opens up new, attractive opportunities for travellers from India to get to know Europe off the…
Air India to begin flights to Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, from 15 September
Air India, India’s global airline, will start non-stop services between Delhi and Kuala Lumpur in Malaysia, starting 15 September 2024.
Radisson Resort Hatgad Saputara opens with 103 keys in Western India
Radisson Hotel Group has further strengthened its presence in Maharashtra with the opening of Radisson Resort Hatgad Saputara.
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.
dnata awarded contract for Air India’s long-awaited return to Zurich
dnata, a global air and travel services provider, has won a multi-year contract with Air India at Zurich Airport (ZRH) in Switzerland, as India’s national carrier returns to the city for the…
Zoomcar partners with Air India Express to enhance travel experience for guests
Zoomcar Holdings announces its partnership with Air India Express. This collaboration aims to elevate the travel experience for Air India Express guests by offering them seamless access to…
Mitaoli, Bateshwar, and Padavali: A journey through Madhya Pradesh’s architectural marvels
Madhya Pradesh, aptly nicknamed the "Heart of Incredible India" for its central location, is a treasure trove for sightseers. It boasts a rich cultural and spiritual legacy.
Apeejay Surrendra Park hotels announces signing of its first hotel under The Park brand in Nainital, Uttarakhand
Apeejay Surrendra Park Hotels Limited (ASPHL) announces the signing of a new hotel under the brand name THE Park in the foothills of Nainital, Uttarakhand.
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.
IndiGo introduces direct flights connecting Durgapur to Bhubaneswar, Bagdogra, and Guwahati
IndiGo, India’s preferred carrier, has announced new routes connecting Durgapur with the cities of Bhubaneswar, Bagdogra, and Guwahati, starting from August 30, 2024
LOT Polish Airlines adds Innsbruck in Austria to its global network
Romantic snow-covered mountains, quaint villages, winter sports and cheerful mountain hut fun: there are many reasons for Indian travellers to discover the Alps during the winter months.
Bookmark ‘Tiger Bliss’ in Ranthambore
Bookmark Jogi Mahal Resort in Ranthambore a recently constructed boutique luxury resort spread across a 3.74-acre area is the right destination for you!
AI-powered solutions will change the way travel partners create, retail, and service offers for travellers: Brett Thorstad
In an interview with Travel Daily Media, Brett Thorstad, Vice President, Agency Sales & Airline Distribution, Asia Pacific, Sabre Travel Solutions, tells us about Sabre Travel AI™…
Generative AI will considerably enhance the pace of innovation at Sabre: Sam Machado
Sabre corporation will be holding its events in India, Sabre Space Delhi, which is set to take place on 26 June 2024 and Sabre Space Mumbai to take place on 28 June, 2024. Sam Machado,…
Qatar Airways expands network in Europe with flight resumption to Lisbon, Portugal
Qatar Airways has proudly welcomed the return of its non-stop flights between the airline’s award-winning hub, Hamad International Airport (DOH), and Lisbon’s Humberto Delgado Airport (LIS).
Azerbaijan Tourism Board appoints BRANDit, as its Indian Representative Office
On June 7th, the Azerbaijan Tourism Board, in collaboration with BRANDit, held a press conference in Mumbai, India, attended by the top local media representatives.
IndiGo enhances international capacity to Central Asia, increases frequency to Tashkent, Almaty, and Tbilisi
Owing to the growing demand for international travel this year, IndiGo, announced doubling of flights from Delhi to Almaty and Tbilisi starting on August 16, 2024, and to Tashkent starting…
‘Grand Indian Hotel’, to offer insight into the traditions of Indian hospitality
Watch the splendour of India's hospitality industry take centre stage in BBC Studios' new series 'Grand Indian Hotel', debuting on 14 June on BBC Player on Prime Video Channels.
Air India Express becomes the first airline to operate from two airports in NCR; announces operations from Hindon Airport, Ghaziabad
Air India Express expands its network in the National Capital Region (NCR), bringing more convenience to flyers in NCR and North India, by operating 28 weekly direct flights connecting…
Transforming event spaces with The La Serre Experience
La Serre, the latest venture by Akshay Anand, has officially opened its doors in the lush setting of Delhi.
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.
Aeroprime Group appointed as the exclusive cargo GSSA for Cambodia Angkor Air, effective 1 June 2024
Aeroprime Group, India’s new-age GSA, is proud to announce its appointment as the exclusive Cargo General Sales and Service Agent (GSSA) for Cambodia Angkor Air, the flag carrier of…
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.
Vistara enhances in-flight dining menu with regional delicacies
Vistara, India's finest full-service carrier and a joint venture of the Tata Group and Singapore Airlines, has elevated its inflight dining.
Saudi Tourism Authority hosts two-city ‘Experiential Perfumery’ events in India
The fragrances of roses wafted through the air at Essence of Saudi, immersive perfumery workshops held in Mumbai and Delhi hosted by the Saudi Tourism Authority (STA).
Radisson Hotel Group debuts in Bihar; signs 120-room Radisson Hotel Patna
Continuing its expansion across India, Radisson Hotel Group has signed the first internationally branded hotel in Bihar - Radisson Hotel Patna.
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…
Agoda: More Europeans searching for travel to Asia this summer
As Europe’s summer approaches, travel insights from digital travel platform Agoda reveal that Asia is a top choice for European globetrotters.
Radisson Hotel Group signs strategic partnership with NILE Hospitality
Radisson Hotel Group has announced the signing of a strategic partnership with NILE Hospitality for growing its mid-scale brand Park Inn & Suites by Radisson in Rajasthan and Gujarat.
Radisson Hotel Group unveils Mandrem Beach Resort, a member of Radisson Individuals Retreats on the tranquil shores of Goa
This marks the Group’s sixth opening in Goa where it operates hotels and resorts under multiple brands, including Radisson Blu, Radisson, and Park Inn.
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.
IHG debuts two brands in Vietnam
IHG Hotels & Resorts is proud to debut two Luxury & Lifestyle brands in Vietnam this year as it introduces Hotel Indigo and Vignette Collection to the market as part of its growth…
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.
Air India strengthens presence in Europe with additional flights to Amsterdam, Milan and Copenhagen
Air India has further scaled up its European operations with additional flights to Amsterdam, Copenhagen, and Milan to meet sustained demand.
Marriott International opens Katra Marriott Resort & Spa with 150 keys
Marriott Hotels, the namesake brand of Marriott Bonvoy’s extraordinary portfolio of over 30 hotel brands, announced the opening of Katra Marriott Resort & Spa in the serene landscapes of…
Air India adds Zurich to its growing European network
Air India, India’s leading global airline, will start a non-stop service between Delhi and Zurich starting 16 June 2024, marking the airline’s entry in Switzerland and taking the total…
India-wide occupancy to improve to 66-67% in 2024, with a 6-8% increase in ARR: HVS ANAROCK
The performance of the Indian hotel sector in 2023 mirrored optimism, with key performance indicators such as occupancy rate, average rate (ARR), and Revenue Per Available Room (RevPAR)…
IndiGo’s new initiative at IGI Airport Terminal 1 brings hope and empowerment to passengers with special needs
IndiGo, India's preferred airline, has commenced a dedicated service at Indira Gandhi International Airport - Terminal 1, to create an inclusive, accessible, and comfortable travel…
Air India adds flights to Phuket route from 1 June
In response to strong demand, Air India will start operating a second daily service (except Wednesdays) to Phuket, Thailand, starting 01 June 2024.
Germany witnesses a growth of 32.6% visitors from India compared to previous year
Germany's tourism industry is witnessing a notable growth in visitors with Indian tourists playing a key role in driving this development.
Melbourne on sale with Qantas
Australia’s national carrier, Qantas, has announced a limited run of sale fares to Australia. The sale will run from 29 April until 4 May 2024 and follows a week of campaign activity in the…
Panch Prayag During Chardham Yatra
Panch Prayag During Chardham Yatra-Embark on a spiritual journey through the majestic Himalayas, where the sacred rivers converge to form the Panch Prayag – a divine union of Dev Prayag,…
MakeMyTrip Report reveals where, how, when and with whom India Travels
MakeMyTrip has put together some of the top behaviours of Indian travellers it the first edition of its India Travel Trends Report.
Air India and All Nippon Airways to begin codeshare partnership for travel between India and Japan
Air India, India’s leading global airline, and All Nippon Airways, the largest Japanese carrier, have signed a codeshare agreement connecting their networks.
IndiGo bolsters connectivity from Chennai with direct flights to Durgapur and Bangkok
IndiGo, India’s preferred airline, has announced direct flights between Chennai-Durgapur, starting from May 16, 2024, and is resuming operations between Chennai-Bangkok from May 15, 2024,…
LOT Polish Airlines adds Oradea/Romania and Athens/Greece to its global network
LOT Polish Airlines, a member of Star Alliance and a leading airline in Central and Eastern Europe, continues its strategy of sustainable growth and adds two more European destinations to…
Radisson Hotel Group debuts in Odisha with Pramod Lands End Resort, a member of Radisson Individuals
Capitalizing on the growing potential of hidden gems in India, Radisson Hotel Group is pleased to announce the opening of its first hotel in Gopalpur, Odisha - Pramod Lands End Resort, a…
ITC Hotels launch Storii Solan- A tribute to the mountain way of life
Brand STORII continues it’s expansion spree as it launches Storii by ITC Hotels, The Kaba Retreat, Solan.
Story Of Neem Karoli Baba -Kainchi Dham Yatra
Introduction to Neem Karoli Baba
Story Of Neem Karoli Baba -Kainchi Dham Yatra-Step into the mystical world of Neem Karoli Baba, a revered spiritual guru whose teachings continue to inspire…
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.
Radisson launches #RadissonRoadTrips campaign
The Summer season, accompanied by long weekends, presents the perfect opportunity to embark on an exploratory journey across the country.
Air India to fly to Ho Chi Minh City in Vietnam from 01 June 2024
Air India, India’s global airline, will start non-stop service between Delhi and Ho Chi Minh City (SGN) in Vietnam, starting 01 June 2024.
Sabre is taking to the road in India with Sabre Space to empower travel agency innovation and growth
Bringing Sabre experts and executives together with travel agencies in Delhi and Mumbai, Sabre Space offers a dynamic in-person platform for agents to explore the latest technology trends
Seedhi Peeth Bhairav Mandir During Chardham Yatra
Seedhi Peeth Bhairav Mandir During Chardham Yatra-Embark on a spiritual journey like no other as we delve into the mystical realm of the Chardham Yatra, where devotion meets divinity. Amidst…
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…
“Radisson Collection” debuts in India with Radisson Collection Hotel & Spa, Riverfront Srinagar
Radisson Hotel Group is delighted to announce the grand debut of its luxury lifestyle brand, Radisson Collection in India with the opening of Radisson Collection Hotel & Spa, Riverfront…
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.
‘The Earth at Ranthambore’ becomes fully operational
The Management of The Earth at Ranthambore in Rajasthan, offering sustainability as a way of life, has announced the commencement of full operations as Ranthambore’s only property where…
Vistara inaugurates non-stop flights between Mumbai and Paris
Vistara, India’s finest full-service carrier and a joint venture of the Tata group and Singapore Airlines, inaugurated non-stop, 5x weekly flights between Mumbai and Paris.
Vistara welcomes its 70th Aircraft
Vistara brings together Tata's and SIA's legendary hospitality and renowned service excellence to offer India's finest full-service flying experience.
Vinod Kannan, Chief Executive…
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.
Manchester City and Etihad Airways launch Community Football Projects across India
Manchester City and global partner Etihad Airways are flying towards a better future for young people in India, with the announcement of a brand-new community football initiative in cities…
Air India offers special business class fares for flights on select Asian routes
Air India today announced a sale to offer special fares for its flights to and from countries in the South Asia, Southeast Asia, and Middle East.
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 …
Moving MICE in India
Kanika Gupta, a dynamic entrepreneur with a fervent enthusiasm for travel and a discerning acumen for business is the CEO of Intrans Travel Solutions.
Cities in need of trees
With human activities releasing more carbon dioxide (CO2) into the atmosphere than natural processes can remove, new analysis has shed light on the number of extra trees that cities around…
CSMIA expands domestic & global connectivity with 8% increase in weekly flight operations this Summer
Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (CSMIA) has unveiled its summer schedule featuring an 8% increase in weekly flight movements compared to the summer schedule of 2023.
Finnish Bliss: Discovering the Ingredients of Happiness in Finland
As the world celebrates World Happiness Day on 20th March 2024, it's no surprise that Finland was crowned as the happiest country in the world for the sixth time in a row.
Air India Express introduces ‘Biz’ Class for guests on all new aircraft
Air India Express introduces its new fare family, with four fare products: Xpress Lite (cabin baggage only fares), Xpress Value (15 kg check-in bag fares), Xpress Flex (unlimited changes…
Radisson Hotel Group signs its first hotel in Odisha – Pramod Lands End Resort, a member of Radisson Individuals
The signing of Pramod Lands End Resort, a member of Radisson Individuals in the presence of RHG’s global leadership team and South Asia Development team with Padma Eastern Hotels Private…
India sets new milestones in Trevolution Group’s Annual Airfare Sales
Trevolution Group, the global market leader operating Asap Tickets Skylux Travel, Dreamport, Oojo and other travel brands, reports selling over 86,780 airline tickets to and from India in…
IndiGo announces new flights between Chandigarh and Dharamshala
IndiGo, India’s most preferred airline, has announced new direct flights between Chandigarh-Dharamshala w.e.f. April 02, 2024.
IndiGo celebrates ‘Girl Power’, this Women’s Day with art Murals at Gurugram’s Guru Dronacharya Metro Station
Celebrating Women’s Day, IndiGo, India's preferred airline, has unveiled spectacular murals painted across the walls of the Guru Dronacharya Metro Station in Gurugram.
Atlanta Airport back on top of ‘Busiest Airports List’ while Chinese Airports climb
OAG's latest data puts Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport back at the top of the list of Global (International + Domestic Capacity) Busiest Airports in March, having been surpassed by Dubai…
Destination DC successfully concludes Sales Mission in India
Leading with their new ‘Only one Washington, DC’ campaign, Destination DC (DDC), the official destination marketing organization for Washington, DC, conducted a sales mission in India from…
Leisure Hotels Group unveils Baikunth Resort
Leisure Hotels Group (LHG), an experiential resort chain renowned across North India and the largest in Uttarakhand, announces the addition of Baikunth Resort in a new avatar with an array…
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.
Great Rail Journeys announce brand new tours for 2025 and more dates for popular 2024 tours
Great Rail Journeys have announced more dates for some 2024 tours due to increased popularity and three brand new tours coming in 2025.
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…
38 Indonesian sellers showcase the destination at “Indonesia Sales Mission” in Chandigarh
To expand Indonesia's tourism outreach beyond SATTE, the Embassy of the Republic of Indonesia, New Delhi, in collaboration with the Ministry of Tourism and Creative Economy of Indonesia …
Agoda reveals top destinations for Indian travellers this Holi and Good Friday
With Holi and Good Friday just a shortened midweek apart this March, Indian travelers are presented with the ideal opportunity to enjoy an extended break.
SATTE 2024 second day witnessed record participation from buyers and exhibitors
On the second day, SATTE Awards was organised which is a unique initiative intended to recognize industry stake holder from across the travel, tourism and hospitality industry along with…
VietJet celebrates the year of the dragon with super deals from just SGD80
From now until 26 February 2024, Vietjet offers hundreds of thousands of Eco tickets starting from just SGD80 (USD60)/one-way (including all taxes and fees), across its entire flight…
Emirates to launch services to Bogotá from 3 June
Emirates announced it will launch a new daily service from Dubai to the Colombian capital, Bogotá, starting 3 June.
Amadeus joins International LGBTQ+ Travel Association
Amadeus has joined the International LGBTQ+ Travel Association (IGLTA) as the travel technology company works to fulfil ambitions as an active ally of the LGBTQ+ community.
Radisson Hotel Group strengthens footprint in Ayodhya with signing of 150-room Radisson Blu Hotel, Ayodhya
Continuing its expansion plan in India, Radisson Hotel Group is excited to announce the signing of 150-room Radisson Blu Hotel, Ayodhya.
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…
Radisson Hotel Group accelerates growth in India with 21 signings in 2023
Radisson Hotel Group has accelerated its growth in India by signing 21 hotels in 2023, under its strong portfolio of nine leading brands
Etihad Airways takes flight as official sponsor of Chennai Super Kings
Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, is delighted to announce its exciting new venture as the official sponsor for the Chennai Super Kings.
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.
Top 10 most affordable travel destinations for 2024
New Delhi, India has been crowned the most affordable travel destination for 2024, in the latest study carried out by the discount experts at online e-commerce brand, Wethrift.
Best Destinations to Visit as a Female Solo Traveller
Solo travel has risen in popularity in the last two years, and that trend is set to continue. In fact, one survey of 27,000 travelers has revealed that 54 percent of women are planning on…
Ferns N Petals launches “MediJourney” – A Global Medical Tourism Venture
Ferns N Petals, India's gifting brand, proudly announces the launch of "MediJourney," an innovative global medical tourism vertical.
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…
Air India Express begins daily operations between Gwalior and Bengaluru
Air India Express commenced daily direct flights connecting Gwalior with Bengaluru, as the first direct flights from Gwalior took off for Bengaluru.
“Taylor Swift Effect” is shaping travel in 2024
To welcome the new year Opodo, reveals its top 10 destinations booked for 2024, three new emerging destinations, and how Taylor Swift’s 2024 Eras Tour across Asia and Europe is shifting…
Radisson Hotel Group announces the opening of Park Inn by Radisson Ayodhya
Radisson Hotel Group is delighted to announce the opening of its newest hotel in the historic city of Ayodhya – Park Inn by Radisson Ayodhya.
Stotrak Hotels Partners with Hotel SN Residency in Mussoorie
Stotrak Hotels, an amalgamated experiential hotels chain with a presence in Uttarakhand, Himachal Pradesh, and Rajasthan, has announced its latest collaboration with Hotel SN Residency. S
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.
BLR Airport sees steady growth in 2023; Passenger Numbers up by 35%
Kempegowda International Airport Bengaluru (BLR Airport) has seen a notable growth in passenger numbers in CY 2023.
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.
Mumbai International Airport handles its highest-ever monthly traffic of 2023 with over 4.88 million passengers in December
Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (CSMIA) has set exceptional new standards this holiday season. Proudly showcasing a remarkable 112% recovery in December, it surpasses the…
Celebrating a 100 million smiles: The 2023 IndiGo Round Up
IndiGo, India’s preferred airline, soared to new heights and touched new frontiers in 2023. Not only did it become India’s first airline to fly 100 million customers, but also the first in…
Air India Express kicks off 2024 with ‘Time to Travel’ sale with fares starting at INR 1,799
Air India Express launched its ‘Time to Travel’ sale on domestic flights across major channels for bookings made until 11th January 2024 and for travel till 30th September 2024.
AirAsia launches new route to Kuala Lumpur from Jaipur
AirAsia kicks off 2024 with a bang, launching the first of its new routes for the year to Kuala Lumpur from the iconic pink city of Jaipur in Rajasthan, commencing 21 April 2024.
EHL’s Vocational Training Program grows in India to further strengthen its partnership with the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII)
The iconic Swiss institution, with campuses in Switzerland and Singapore, has partnered with CII to create a novel education program in India’s leading hubs and resorts to enhance the…
Vistara celebrates ninth anniversary with a network-wide sale from 9 – 11 January 2024
Vistara, India’s finest full-service carrier and a joint venture of the Tata Group and Singapore Airlines, today, announced a network-wide (domestic and international), Anniversary Special…
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.
Etihad welcomes 2024 with more destinations to India
Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, has kicked off 2024 by introducing two new services. Daily flights from Abu Dhabi to Kozhikode (CCJ) and Thiruvananthapuram…
Top ten Destinations to visit as a female solo traveller
Solo travel has risen in popularity in the last two years, and that trend is set to continue. In fact, one survey of 27,000 travelers has revealed that 54 percent of women are planning on…
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…
Uniworld announces Ultra Luxury Showcase in India with biggest incentive to date
Uniworld Boutique River Cruises will be taking 50 industry partners and agents on the trip of a lifetime to India’s Golden Triangle with a luxury cruise along the Ganges.
Air India’s fogcare initiative to help passengers affected by fog delays this winter
Air India, India’s leading global airline, announced that passengers flying to and from Delhi IGI airport during the winter season will be allowed to reschedule or cancel their bookings at…
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.
Vistara strengthens international connectivity from Mumbai
Vistara, India’s finest full-service carrier and a joint venture of Tata group and Singapore Airlines, will boost international connectivity from Mumbai by increasing frequencies to two…
Finnair celebrates 40 years as ‘Official Airline of Santa Claus’
The flag carrier’s partnership with Finland’s most famous resident started in 1983, when Finnair flew its first direct flight from Helsinki to Tokyo via the North Pole – a route which now…
Air India Express will connect Surat to Dubai, from the new international terminal at Surat International Airport
Air India Express is set to make history as the first airline to operate from the new international terminal at Surat International Airport, with a new flight connecting Surat to Dubai, on…
New research reveals the cheapest (and most expensive) times of the year to travel
The travel experts at Bounce analysed the average nightly cost of a 3-star hotel, comparing both months of the year and days of the week, in 60 of the most popular tourist destinations…
CSMIA sets remarkable records in Nov 2023, witnesses highest-ever monthly passenger traffic, single-day traffic and single-day ATMs
Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (CSMIA) has set an extraordinary new benchmark, proudly showcasing a remarkable 109% recovery in November passenger traffic compared to the…
Air India Express historic flight connecting Surat and Dubai takes off
Air India Express achieved a landmark moment as it became the first airline to directly connect Surat and Dubai on the very day when the new international terminal of Surat Airport was…
Air India Express launches daily direct flights from Mumbai to Dammam and Hyderabad to Dammam
Air India Express announces the launch of daily direct flights connecting Mumbai–Dammam and Hyderabad–Dammam. The operations on these routes will commence on January 19, 2024
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.
Radisson Hotel Group unveils Uday Palace Navsari, a member of Radisson Individuals
Radisson Hotel Group is delighted to announce the opening of Uday Palace Navsari, a member of Radisson Individuals.
Air Astana celebrates 20 years flying to the UK
Air Astana, the principal airline and flag carrier of the Republic of Kazakhstan, marks 20 years flying from London Heathrow and to celebrate, is offering its loyal customers and future…
12Go is revealing the “Top 2024 New Year Destinations in Asia”
12Go has prepared a list of the best travel destinations for the winter season in Asia. This list is based on the internal ticket data gathered by 12Go.
Taiwan Film Festival returns, pitches for increased Taiwan-India socio-cultural ties
Taiwan was the buzz of the city, as New Delhi played host to a vibrant annual ‘Taiwan Film Festival 2023’ that took place this past Saturday at the PVR Priya Cinema, located at one of the…
Accor to open a bold array of new hotels in 2024
Across all segments and categories, Accor is opening the doors to an impressive collection of exciting new hospitality options across its spectrum of 40+ hospitality brands around the…
Indian Travellers can avail Vietjet’s Exclusive Promotion Offers
Vietjet, Vietnam’s new-age carrier, is delighted to announce its upcoming promotional sale, offering unbeatable deals from India to Vietnam.
SriLankan Airlines introduces double daily flights to Mumbai
SriLankan Airlines has introduced double daily flights between Colombo and Mumbai, multiplying the convenience for passengers travelling to and from India’s financial and entertainment…
2023 Travel Recap: Indians prefer tried-and-tested destinations, reveals Agoda
As the year draws to a close, digital travel platform Agoda unveiled the top destinations for Indian travellers in 2023.
Air India moves entire IT infrastructure to cloud, closes historic data centres
Air India, India’s leading global airline, has successfully migrated to a cloud-only IT infrastructure, having closed its historic data centres located in Mumbai and New Delhi.
India emerges as the top-performing region for Independent Travel Managers
Trevolution Group, the global travel industry leader operating ASAP Tickets, Skyluxtravel and other major travel brands, has announced India as the top-performing market for its new travel…
SriLankan Airlines celebrates seven successful years in Madurai
SriLankan Airlines recently celebrated seven successful years of connecting the city of Madurai in Tamil Nadu with Colombo and beyond.
AirAsia adds over 5 million seats for flights between China, India and Malaysia in 2024
AirAsia announced a significant increase in services between China-Malaysia and India-Malaysia, totalling an impressive 230 weekly flights starting in the first quarter of 2024, with up to…
Vistara presents ‘Flight To Riverdale’ – a journey back to 1964, in collaboration with Netflix’s ‘The Archies’
Vistara, India’s finest full-service carrier and a joint venture of the Tata group and Singapore Airlines, is thrilled to announce its exclusive collaboration with Netflix for the highly…
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.
Now fly AirAsia from Thiruvananthapuram to Kuala Lumpur
AirAsia announced a new route from India’s southern city of Thiruvananthapuram, or Trivandrum to Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia making this the airline’s second direct route from the state of…
Vietnam Airlines appoints Aeroprime Group as GSA in India
Vietnam Airlines, the flag carrier of Vietnam, proudly announces the appointment of Aeroprime Group, India’s leading Aviation services Group, as its General Sales Agent (GSA) in India…
Best of destination Britain on show as VisitBritain hosts trade mission to India
British travel trade and industry suppliers are set to show why Britain is the must-go-now destination to buyers from across India as VisitBritain hosts it first trade mission to the country…
Vistara inaugurates direct flights between Mumbai and Frankfurt
Vistara inaugurated non-stop, 6x weekly flights between Mumbai and Frankfurt. The inaugural flight, operated on Vistara’s Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner, commenced from Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj…
AirAsia remains committed to serving the Indian market as network growth gains momentum
AirAsia remains committed to connecting India to the world as the airline continues its robust presence in the Indian aviation landscape, linking millions of Indian travellers to an…
CSMIA achieves a record 1,032 Air Traffic Movements (ATMs) in a Single Day
As the festive season continues to record increased travel across India, Mumbai’s Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (CSMIA), witnessed rise in passenger traffic with a total…
EaseMyTrip inaugurates its first franchise store in Pune
EaseMyTrip.com, one of India’s largest online travel tech platforms, launches its first offline franchise retail store in Pune, Maharashtra.
Thailand marks Visa exemption for Indian tourists with special airport welcome
Effective from 10 November 2023 to 10 May 2024, holders of Indian passports or travel documents will be granted a temporary visa exemption for a 30-day stay for the purpose of tourism in…
Vietjet ramps up frequency, becoming largest airline operator between Australia and Vietnam
Vietjet has announced the expansion of its flight to Australia. The airline will operate a total of 48 flights in a week, making it the biggest operator between the two countries.
Air India enters interline partnership with Alaska Airlines
Air India, India’s leading global airline, has entered an interline partnership with Alaska Airlines.
Air India to add 400+ weekly flights to route network over next six months
Air India announced its intent to add more than 400 weekly flights to its domestic India and international route network until March 2024, as part of the Winter Schedule ’23.
ITA Airways launches new Rio de Janeiro – Rome nonstop daily flight
ITA Airways launched its nonstop service between Rio de Janeiro and Rome.
Etihad Airways and Abu Dhabi International Airport welcome first guests to Terminal A
UAE’s national airline, Etihad Airways operated the first commercial flight from Abu Dhabi International’s highly-anticipated new Terminal A recently.
Azerbaijan Tourism Board holds 3-City Destination Seminars in India
To reaffirm India’s potential as a key source market, the Azerbaijan Tourism Board recently concluded a successful three-city destination seminar for travel trade partners across New Delhi,…
Now fly Air India direct between Mumbai and Melbourne from 15 December
Air India announced it will be launching the first-ever non-stop services to Melbourne in Australia from Mumbai, as it expands its global route network.
6th TOFTigers Wildlife Tourism Awards 2023 rescheduled to 5th December, 2023
TOFTigers is excited to unveil the rescheduled dates for 6th TOFTigers Wildlife Tourism Awards 2023 to December 5, 2023, at the distinguished Bikaner House in New Delhi.
Noida International Airport and TajSATS partner to build a state-of-the-art inflight kitchen
TajSATS, India’s industry leader in inflight catering and Noida International Airport (NIA) signed a concession agreement for the development of an in-flight kitchen facility.
Strong demand in H2 FY2024 to contribute to double-digit revenue growth for hotel industry in FY2024: ICRA
ICRA expects the Indian hotel industry to report double-digit revenue growth in FY2024, supported by the sustenance of domestic leisure travel, demand from meetings, incentives, conferences,…
GHA Q3 performance peaks
Global Hotel Alliance (GHA), the world’s largest alliance of independent hotel brands, with 800 hotels across 40 brands in 100 countries, is on track for a record year, with 2023 room…
South African Tourism hosts ‘Learn SA’ workshop for travel trade partners in Pune
Recognizing the strong uptick in tourist arrivals throughout the first half of the year, South African Tourism with an aim to sustain the travel momentum hosted the second workshop of ‘Learn…
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…
Oman Air Is The Best Airline For Business-Class Travellers
According to a study conducted by Tipalti, a renowned global financial firm, Oman Air is the best airline for business-class travel.
The skies are getting hotter as competition heats…
British Airways celebrates Diwali with new campaign: Home
British Airways will air its newest brand advert this week, to celebrate Diwali. The seasonal positioning is a celebration of those flying home this festival season, and a thank you to…
“Luxury Tribe India” returns on 11th – 14th March 2024
The acclaimed luxury travel showcase, Luxury Tribe India, is set to return for its second spectacular event at the prestigious The Imperial, New Delhi, from 11-14 March 2024.
ITC Hotels, India elevates Atul Bhalla to VP Operations- North & West
In the recent re-organisation development; Atul Bhalla is elevated to the office of Vice President Operations for ITC Hotels North & West region.
Air India launches non-stop service between Bengaluru and Singapore
Air India, India’s global airline, has launched a non-stop service between Bengaluru and Singapore from 22nd October 2023.
Emirates now offering Inflight “Meal Preordering Service” across 92 destinations
Emirates Inflight Meal Preordering Service is now live across 92 routes globally, with 30 new routes including Riyadh, Jeddah, Delhi, Mumbai and Kuala Lumpur offering the service.
Booking.com launches inaugural report on ‘How India Travels’
Booking.com released its first ‘How India Travels’ report. The report, with McKinsey & Company as the knowledge partner, provides invaluable insight into the evolving nature of Indian…
West and South India popular to celebrate Diwali, reveals Agoda
Digital travel platform Agoda has found a preference amongst Indians to head West and South to celebrate Diwali this year with Goa, Ooty, Pondicherry, Mumbai and Bangalore emerging as the…
12Go is unveiling the top travel destinations for family travel in Asia
12Go, an online travel agency primarily based in and serving the Asian travel market by selling tickets online for buses, ferries, and trains, unveils a list of the most favored destinations…
Radisson Hotel Group introduces Palchan Hotel & Spa
Radisson Hotel Group introduces Palchan Hotel & Spa, a member of Radisson Individuals Retreats in the Heart of the Himalayas.
WelcomHeritage Santa Roza opens in Kasauli
Tucked in the lush green forests in the hills of Kasauli, a mere 65 kms from Chandigarh, a new holistic retreat experience, WelcomHeritage Santa Roza has now opened its doors to guests and…
Top ten airlines for business travel, from business-class lounges to inflight service
The Business Travel Index from Tipalti has analyzed factors such as lounge facilities, wifi, food and drink options and comfort to reveal which airlines offer the best airport lounges and…
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 …
IndiGo announces heritage flight: Unveiling the wonders of Khajuraho
IndiGo, India’s preferred carrier, has commenced operations in Khajuraho, Madhya Pradesh, effective October 10, 2023.
Air India announces non-stop flights between Kolkata and Bangkok from 23 October
Air India, India’s global airline, will introduce a non-stop service between Kolkata and Bangkok starting 23rd October 2023.
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,…
Royal Thai renews contract with VFS Global for processing visa applications across India
Continuing its trusted partnership with the Thailland government, VFS Global, the world's largest outsourcing and technology services specialist for governments and diplomatic missions…
Pradeep Shetty appointed as the new President of FHRAI, term starts from 1Jan, 2024
During the AGM, the members of the FHRAI unanimously elected Pradeep Shetty – Director, Maharaja Hotels, Mumbai as its President and he will take charge of the office from 1st January 2024.…
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…
Top ten most affordable cities in the world for food lovers
The study, conducted by the team at Spin Genie, looked at a variety of factors from the average price of visiting a restaurant to the top dishes, revealing the best foodie cities in the…
National Restaurant Association of India (NRAI) Indian Restaurant Summit 2023: A Beacon of National Transformation
The National Restaurant Association of India (NRAI) has successfully concluded Day 1 of the landmark NRAI Indian Restaurant Summit 2023 in Kolkata, marking a significant moment in the…
Lufthansa Relies On The A380s To Grow Its Network
Due to factors such as delayed deliveries of new Boeing 777-9s, Lufthansa intends to continue flying its recommissioned Airbus A380s into the late 2020s or early 2030s.
According to…
Vistara announces direct flights between Mumbai and Frankfurt
Vistara, India’s finest full-service carrier and a joint venture of Tata group and Singapore Airlines, announced direct, 6x weekly flights between Mumbai and Frankfurt, starting from 15…
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…
EaseMyTrip launches Smart Voice Recognition Technology
EaseMyTrip.com is set to redefine the travel booking experience with its groundbreaking innovation - the EaseMyTrip Smart Voice Recognition Technology.
Agoda reveals most popular flight destinations for Indian travellers
As travellers take to the skies once again, digital travel platform Agoda shares the top domestic and international flight destinations of 2023 so far.
PATA welcomes Noor Ahmad Hamid as the new CEO
The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) is pleased to announce the appointment of Noor Ahmad Hamid as its new Chief Executive Officer, effective October 1, 2023.
Mumbai International Airport witnesses passenger traffic recovery of 108% for August 2023
Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (CSMIA) continues its remarkable growth trajectory in terms of passenger traffic for the month of August 2023.
NRAI Indian Restaurant Summit 2023 to be held from 21-22nd Sept
In a resounding testament to India's burgeoning culinary landscape, the National Restaurant Association of India (NRAI) is poised to host the monumental NRAI Indian Restaurant Summit 2023 on…
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 …
South African Tourism and Ethiopian Airlines join forces to offer deals to Indian Travellers
Rewarding Indian travellers during the upcoming festive season, South African Tourism has announced the launch of #IsDiwaliDekhoMore&More campaign in partnership with Ethiopian Airlines.…
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…
South African Tourism announces 2023 edition of ‘Learn SA’
Building on the inbound travel momentum led by robust recovery efforts in the previous year, South African Tourism has announced the 9th edition of its flagship travel trade training session…
Radisson Blu Pune Hinjawadi reopens post renovations with 152 keys
Radisson Hotel Group is delighted to announce the much-anticipated re-opening of the Radisson Blu Pune Hinjawadi post comprehensive renovations.
LOT Polish Airlines global autumn promotion
LOT Polish Airlines offers attractive fares for trips between 1 October 2023 until 28 February 2024 from Delhi and Mumbai via the airline’s global hub Warsaw to over 30 cities in Europe.
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…
Discover Milan with EGYPTAIR
EGYPTAIR, the national flag carrier of Egypt and Star Alliance member, offers you excellent connectivity & airfares from Delhi to Milan, via Cairo.
Singapore Tourism Board (STB) appoints Lim Kean Bon as Area Director, India, South Asia, and Africa
The Singapore Tourism Board (STB) announced the appointment of Lim Kean Bon as Area Director, India, South Asia, and Africa on September 1. He will succeed Raymond Lim as the India…
Singapore Tourism Board appoints Lim Kean Bon as the Area Director, India, South Asia, and Africa
The Singapore Tourism Board (STB) has announced the appointment of Lim Kean Bon as Area Director, India, South Asia, and Africa on September 1.
FlyArystan expands international network
FlyArystan, Kazakhstan’s Low-Cost Airline, continues to expand its international network with new services to India and Central Asia being launched in the next two months.
Korea Visa Application Centres start operations in Chennai and Bengaluru
The Consulate General of the Republic of Korea in Chennai, India, launched its new and spacious visa application centres in Chennai and Bengaluru starting 1 September 2023 for the…
jüSTa Hotels & Resorts enter Maharashtra with their first resort
Homegrown luxury hospitality brand jüSTa Hotels & Resorts open its first property in the State of Maharashtra in Kolad in September 2023.
BOMBA now offers Gluten-Free menu
BOMBA where flavourful Pizzeria meets Taqueria – has unveiled its new Gluten-Free menu to welcome a wider range of customers with gluten sensitivities within six months of its launch.
Skyscanner now available in Hindi
Skyscanner, the global travel marketplace announced the launch of its website and mobile web experience in Hindi.
Agoda reveals cheapest domestic, regional, and intercontinental air routes from India
To help bargain hunters on their way, digital travel platform Agoda shares the most affordable routes booked on Agoda in early August by travellers from India.
Finnair launches late summer sale
Finnair has launched a late summer sale, as it gears up to celebrate its centenary later this year. The new promotion is focused on Finnair’s UK customers, with a range of the airline’s most…
Airfares and hotel room rates higher in Asia
According to FCM Consulting’s latest Global Trends Report, Q2-2023 is one of two halves. One sees the Northern Hemisphere push travel demand over summer, while the other sees the rest of…
Airfares and Hotel Room Rates remain high in Asia
The volume of business trips increases, and travel patterns stabilise although disruption remains due to extreme weather and airport staffing shortages.
SriLankan Airlines flies Umrah Pilgrims from Trichy on first flight to Jeddah
SriLankan Airlines relaunched flights between Colombo and Jeddah on 15 August 2023, and was honoured to fly a group of Umrah Pilgrims from Tiruchirappalli, India on the inaugural flight to…
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.
jüSTa Hotels & Resorts celebrate 18th anniversary
jüSTa Hotels & Resorts, a brand owned by Bangalore-based Onora Hospitality Pvt Ltd, is celebrating its 18th anniversary in August.
6 reasons to NOT use this viral TikTok AirBnB hack
A recent video by TikTok user Anna (@annathingbutanimals) has been garnering attention for her travel hack, which she says has purportedly saved her thousands of dollars while travelling.…
Exclusive Offer – 25% off on Business Class Airfares from EGYPTAIR
EGYPTAIR is pleased to announce *Special Business Class Airfares* to its entire network from Delhi via Cairo, for the 4x Weekly Flights.
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…
The hospitality sector witnessed 15.4% YoY RevPAR growth in Q2, 2023: JLL
The Indian hospitality sector continued to witness Year-on-Year (Y-o-Y) growth in performance in Q2 2023, primarily driven by the significant rise in Average Daily Rate (ADR) of 16.4% over…
Air India unveils new Logo and Aircraft Livery
Air India, a Tata Group-owned airline, unveiled a modern new brand identity and new aircraft livery that capture the essence of a bold new India, marking a milestone in its Vihaan.AI …
Indian overnights to Germany more than tripled in 2022
Germany saw a 209 percent increase in overnight stays by Indians in 2022 compared to the previous year, according to new data from the German National Tourist Board.
FCM India’s Meetings & Events revenue grows by more than 50% pre-covid
FCM Travel India has reported a more than 50 per cent growth in the last six months, demonstrating that events in person are back in focus.
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…
Double the amount of content now available on board British Airways
British Airways has doubled the content available for customers to watch through its inflight entertainment system since the start of the year, offering a wide range of brand-new content on…
KAYAK reveals that offbeat destinations are on trend for the Independence Day Long Weekend
Independence Day is around the corner, and fortuitously, Indian travellers will get a long weekend to enjoy a much-needed getaway.
HRAWI hosts seminar on simplifying GST in Panaji
The Hotel and Restaurant Association of Western India (HRAWI) organized an insightful seminar aimed at simplifying the Goods and Services Tax (GST) for the hospitality industry in Panaji.
EaseMyTrip to acquire 3 companies– Guideline Group, Tripshope Online and Dook Travels
EaseMyTrip.com, one of India’s largest online travel tech platforms announces the approval of EaseMyTrip’s board to acquire 51% of the aggregate paid-up share capital of each of the three…
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.
‘Hello Hong Kong’ familiarisation trip for India MICE planners
Meetings and Exhibitions Hong Kong (MEHK), a Hong Kong Tourism Board division, hosted 15 leading MICE planners from Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru a mix of partners, who have previously visited…
Experience the World Culture Festival in Washington, DC
From Sept. 29 – Oct. 1, the nation’s capital hosts the fourth edition of a one-of-a-kind global celebration of diversity, inclusivity, unity, peace and entertainment.
Top ten tips for holistic well-being in luxury with ‘Naad Wellness’
Do you want to rejuvenate your body, mind and spirit from within? I don’t mean a short-term solution, rather holistic a journey that will reignite your senses and kickstart your journey to…
Top 6 perfect plans for the international long weekend from India
A shared element among travellers is the desire to visit a location that offers distinctive encounters while minimising the challenges related to visa processes, language barriers, and…
The Ultimate Travelling Camp (TUTC) announces expansion
TUTC, The Ultimate Travelling Camp, expands its portfolio to bring its signature uber-glamping and suave getaways to select destinations in the hills of Shimla, jungles of Central India and…
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.
KAYAK unveils the trending destinations for July
The latest flight search data analysis from the world’s leading travel site KAYAK reveals a noteworthy surge in flight searches, both on a domestic and international scale and provides…
India-Indonesia should establish ‘RICH’- Religious, Cultural & History, theme-based tourism plan
H Krisnamurthi, Ambassador of Indonesia in New Delhi said that over the last few years, India and Indonesia have emerged among a few nations with robust economic growth.
LOT Polish Airlines connects India nonstop with Warsaw
LOT Polish Airlines, a member of Star Alliance, operates daily nonstop flights from Delhi and Mumbai to Warsaw
Indian hotel industry to witness decadal-high occupancy of 70-72% in FY2024: ICRA
ICRA estimates pan-India premium hotel occupancy at ~70-72% in FY2024, after recovering to 68-70% in FY2023.
Mumbai International Airport achieves 107% recovery in June’23
Signifying strong growth, Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (CSMIA) witnessed a remarkable performance in terms of passenger traffic for the month of June 2023
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.
Fly to London with EGYPTAIR
EGYPTAIR, the national flag carrier of Egypt and Star Alliance member, offers you excellent connectivity & airfares from Delhi to London, via Cairo.
THAI operates flights to Yangon and Dhaka with Airbus A320
Thai Airways International Public Company Limited (THAI) proceeds with the restructuring of business operation in aviation of the company and THAI Smile Airways.
India remains key growth market for Southeast Asia
Indian tourists are streaming into Southeast Asia, cementing the position as a key growth market for a travel and tourism sector that is feeling the pinch of China's slower-than-expected…
Radisson Blu Resort, Kumbhalgarh opens in Rajasthan
Radisson Hotel Group is proud to unveil Radisson Blu Resort, Kumbhalgarh in the heart of Rajasthan’s best-kept secret.
KAYAK launches ‘Best Time to Travel tool’
To help travellers continue to navigate some of the increased pricing, KAYAK is launching a new “Best Time to Travel tool” as THE place to start your trip planning, uncovering optimal times…
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
Scuzo Ice ‘O’ Magic opens new outlet in Gurugram
India’s First Live Popsicle concept, Scuzo Ice ‘O’ Magic Unveils India’s Fifteenth & Gurugram’s Third Franchise Outlet.
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% (*).
Thomas Cook India & SOTC Travel launch Monsoon Getaways
With the monsoon season ushering in a cooler climate, Indians are keen to travel and this has resulted in a 15-20% increase in demand compared to last year - for monsoon travel.
Lot polish airlines to fly from Warsaw Chopin Airport to Rome Fiumicino
From 30 October 2023, Star Alliance member LOT Polish Airlines will add Rome Fiumicino to its global route network from Warsaw Chopin Airport.
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.
The Fern Hotels & Resorts launches Koolwal Kothi Zinc Journey by The Fern, Nawalgarh
The Fern Hotels & Resorts, India’s leading environmentally sensitive hotel chain, is pleased to announce the launch of Koolwal Kothi Zinc Journey by The Fern, Nawalgarh.
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.
OYO to support first generation hoteliers to facilitate 1000 hotel expansion in new markets
Global hospitality technology company OYO has announced that it will add more than 1000 hotels as part of the Accelerator Program by December 2023.
ITA Airways participates in the Business Travel Show Europe in London
ITA Airways returns to the "Business Travel Show Europe" held on 28th and 29th June in the ExCeL exhibition centre in London, United Kingdom.
AirAsia India launches Splash Sale
AIX Connect, operating as AirAsia India, announced the launch of its Splash Sale with fares starting at INR1,467 (USD 17.87 ), for routes such as Delhi-Jaipur, in addition to similar…
THAI welcomes A320 to its fleet
Thai Airways International Public Company Limited (THAI) recently welcomed four Airbus A320 aircraft to its fleet in response to growing travel demand of customers.
Booking.com reveals LGBTQ+ Travellers’ picks for an inclusive getaway in India in 2023
For LGBTQ+ travellers, selecting a welcoming and inclusive destination is vital to planning a vacation away.
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…
AirAsia X broadens India network with its return to Amritsar four times weekly
AirAsia X continues to expand its medium-haul network with renewed direct services from Kuala Lumpur to Amritsar in Northern India.
India’s IndiGo places record order for 500 A320 Family aircraft
IndiGo, India’s largest airline by market share, has placed a firm order for 500 A320 Family aircraft, setting the record for the biggest single purchase agreement in the history of…
Mumbai International Airport’s May 2023 performance soars
As a remarkable start to the summer months, Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (CSMIA) witnessed a notable performance in passenger traffic for the month of May 2023,…
The Sarai at Toria and Tiger Mountain Pokhara Lodge wins ‘A Hero’s Journey’ from Rare India
The Sarai at Toria near Khajuraho and Panna in Madhya Pradesh as well as The Tiger Mountain Pokhara Lodge in Nepal were conferred with ‘A Hero’s Journey’ Award at the first edition of the…
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.
Agoda launches campaign “AgodaDreamDeals”
Digital travel platform, Agoda, is giving wings to all globetrotters by offering an exciting prize of up to INR 2,00,000 to satisfy their wanderlust via #AgodaDreamDeals.
Is Convening the New C in TMC?
What were once empty spaces are now congested. As the skies begin to empty and fall silent in April 2020, desert storage facilities for aircraft are quickly carpeted with long streaks of …
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.
Budget range of USD 201-500 most named by travellers for holiday accommodation and transport in 2023: reveals Agoda
Findings from the Agoda Travel Trend Survey concluded that respondents, predominantly selected an annual spending range of USD 201-500 (~INR 16,000 - INR 41,500), when considering travel…
Alert VFS Global security personnel nab group with forged documents to apply for Schengen visa
The forged documents were allegedly provided by two Delhi-based agents in exchange of INR 30,000 to INR 55,000.
JNTO connects with Indian Superstar Aamir Khan
The Japan National Tourism Organization (JNTO) Delhi Office recently met with Aamir Khan at Le Meridien Hotel, New Delhi.
AirAsia India launches ‘Summer Sale’ with fares starting at INR1,648
AIX Connect, operating as AirAsia India, announced the launch of its Summer Sale with fares starting at INR1,648, (approx. USD 19.92 ) for routes such as Delhi-Jaipur, in addition to similar…
Dusit International appoints Jagdeep Thakral as General Manager of dusitD2 Naseem Resort Jabal Akhdar, Oman
Dusit International, one of Thailand’s hotel and property development companies, has appointed Jagdeep Thakral as General Manager of dusitD2 Naseem Resort Jabal Akhdar and its adjoining…
HRAWI on inclusion of international credit cards under LRS and hike in TCS rates to 20%
The Hotel and Restaurant Association (Western India) is a 72 years old Association of Hotels and Restaurants in Western India.
AirAsia India, Praj and IOCL join hands to fly first commercial flight in India powered by a blend of ‘indigenous’ Sustainable Aviation Fuel
In a significant development in the decarbonization of the aviation sector, India’s first commercial passenger flight using an indigenously produced Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) blend was…
Bhutan welcomes ME travellers to the ‘Land of the Thunder Dragon’
A small land-locked country in Asia, nestled in the world’s highest peaks, Bhutan is a unique destination where happiness and peace of mind are contagious.
HRAWI seeks stronger online regulations to prevent booking frauds and smear campaigns
The Hotel and Restaurant Association of Western India (HRAWI) has expressed concern over the rising incidences of online hotel rooms booking frauds as well as instances of targeted smear…
Destinations-E introduces E-Experiences with Untold Story
Destinations-E introduces E-Experiences with Untold Story Travel, its newest creation. Travel is changing as people look more towards life- enhancing and life-changing journeys rather than a…
IWTA speaks with Nidhi Gupta Global Head- Supplier Partnership & Activities at Travelbullz.com
Nidhi started her career in hospitality in New Delhi and her career since has brought her to Thailand today. In her teens she really wanted to be an air hostess but her friend convinced her…
“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…
Kaudia Estate: Breathe in the crisp mountain air at this boutique luxury property
Take in the crisp mountain air at this boutique luxury property in Uttarakhand. The estate offers many places for you to relax, eat home-cooked meals, or just read your favourite book under…
Meghalaya set to host the exciting Northeast Regatta at Umiam Watersports Complex
Meghalaya Tourism Department, in collaboration with Umiam Sailing Club, is set to organize the exciting Northeast Regatta and a thrilling concert extravaganza from April 29, 2023, to May 2,…
New Bangkok, Bangalore and Los Angeles Flights on Lufthansa
by: Harry Johnson |
Lufthansa will offer a total of five destinations to the Indian subcontinent from its two hubs in Frankfurt and Munich
Full article: New Bangkok, Bangalore and Los…
Mandala Masters to bring Indian Accent for its latest residency to Singapore
Singapore’s famed culinary residency programme, Mandala Masters, has announced an exciting new two-week residency with multi-award winning restaurant, Indian Accent from New Delhi.
ACI Asia-Pacific and ACI EUROPE call for comprehensive EU-India aviation agreement
On the occasion of the EU-India Aviation Summit kicking off in New Delhi, ACI Asia-Pacific and ACI EUROPE jointly called on India and the European Union (EU) to establish a comprehensive…
Bhutan Airlines signs a new distribution deal with Amadeus
Travel sellers around the world can now book flights with Bhutan Airlines on the Amadeus Travel Platform. Operating out of Bhutan’s only international airport in Paro, the airline offers…
Cygnett Hotels & Resorts signs their first hotel in Haryana – Sonipat
Cygnett Hotels & Resorts, one of India's fastest-growing hospitality companies, has announced the signing of their first property in Sonipat, Haryana. This marks the company's debut…
Brand Welcomhotel adds three more properties
ITC’s Hotel Group continues to grow as the upper upscale Brand Welcomhotel adds three more properties to the portfolio.
‘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.
OYO joins the cricket fever, launches special offers
As the 16th season of India’s professional Twenty20 cricket league progresses, OYO has a special delight in store for all the cricket fans.
KAYAK helps Indians search for a trip down memory lane – for less – this summer
Summer is almost here, and Indian travellers plan to make the most of it with flight searches significantly up for the holiday period.
Vistara becomes the first Indian airline to operate a wide-body aircraft on a long-haul route using SAF
Vistara became India’s first carrier to operate a wide-body aircraft using sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) on a long-haul route.
Lemon Tree partners with Weddingz.in to boost banquet sales
As a part of this collaboration, Weddingz.in will help boost revenue, drive demand and sales, and increase the fill rate of banquets and event spaces in Lemon Tree Hotels, in more than 40…
Redbird Aviation inaugurates flight academy in Belagavi
Redbird Aviation, the biggest flying school in India & Asia Pacific, has inaugurated its fifth flying base at Belagavi, Karnataka.
EaseMyTrip sponsors the IBA Women’s World Championship 2023
EaseMyTrip.com, one of India’s largest online tech travel platforms lends its support to the 13th edition of the IBA Women’s World Championship 2023 as the associate sponsor of the…
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…
STB collaborates with Tripoto; launches “On My Own in Singapore” for solo women travellers
The Singapore Tourism Board (STB) in collaboration with Tripoto announced the launch of its exclusive series “On My Own in Singapore”- a web-series showcasing a young female traveller’s…
India’s Demand For New Planes Exceeds Availability
The Ministry of Civil Aviation in India has expressed concern over the rising need for new planes to meet the needs of the country’s largest airlines.
Jyotiraditya Scindia said on…
The Helsinki pivot – how Finnair navigated extraordinary market shocks
It has been a rough three years for Finnair. As if the pandemic wasn’t bad enough, losing access to Russia’s airspace was another big blow. Now, the airline is taking steps to adjust.
Experience Thailand Week Trade Fair & Festival 2023 held from 6th – 19th March 2023
Thailand’s Ministry of Commerce, Department of International Trade Promotion (DITP), by Thai Trade Center New Delhi, with support from the Royal Thai Embassy and Tourism Authority in New…
Singapore Changi Airport named World’s Best Airport at the Skytrax World Airport Awards 2023
Singapore Changi Airport has been voted the World’s Best Airport at the Skytrax World Airport Awards. This is the 12th time Changi Airport has been awarded this prestigious accolade.
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.
Sudesh Poddar elected as the new President of FHRAI
The Federation of Hotel & Restaurant Associations of India (FHRAI), India’s apex body and voice of the hospitality industry, held its 66th Annual General Meeting on 16th March 2023 in…
India a vital source market for Seychelles
Kickstarting the year on a high note, Tourism Seychelles participated in two of India’s largest travel trade shows, OTM and SATTE.
Finnair hops into spring with super schedule
Finnair is hopping into spring with its biggest schedule since 2020, as the airline continues to recover its network and prepares for a busy summer
Finnair: Spring 2023 schedule biggest since 2020
by: Harry Johnson |
During March, the carrier is expected to operate over 8,500 flights, the highest number since February 2020
Full article: Finnair: Spring 2023 schedule biggest since…
Indians want to give ‘online travel Shagun’ this wedding season: MakeMyTrip
MakeMyTrip has witnessed an increasing trend of consumers opting to give Shagun in the form of an ‘online gift card’ to their friends, relatives, and colleagues.
Zone Connect Port Blair opens with 24 keys
Apeejay Surendra Park Hotels announces the launch of its first hotel in the Bay of Bengal - Zone Connect Port Blair.
2nd chapter of Eastbound Connect Series concludes
Eastbound Group successfully concluded the 2nd edition of its experiential industry engagement event series ‘Eastbound Connect’ on 24th February 2023 in New Delhi.
Agoda: Searches for Holi travel increase over 2.5 times
Insights from digital travel platform Agoda reveal over 2.5 times more searches for Holi travel compared to last year
Turkiye hosts corporate MICE groups from India
In February, Turkiye hosted a successful MICE familiarisation trip for eminent corporate groups from India.
AGODA: Goa tops domestic while Dubai comes in favorite for Indian family trips
Goa is the most popular search destination for Indian families looking to enjoy a domestic vacation, while Dubai tops the search list as the most sought-after international destination.
OYO plans to double premium hotels in 2023
Global hospitality technology platform OYO has announced that it plans to double the number of premium hotels in India in 2023.
AirAsia India launches ‘Start of Summer Sale’
AIX Connect, operating as AirAsia India, launched its Start of Summer sale with fares starting from INR1,400 for routes such as Mumbai-Chennai, along with similar special sales fares across…
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…
Wedding season extended beyond ‘muhurat days’ in 2022
In India it is common practice to determine an auspicious or favourable time to get married, also known as ‘Muhurat’ or ‘saya’.
STB partners with WeddingSutra
With an eye on capturing the wedding tourism market in India, officials from Singapore Tourism Board and Singapore stakeholders hosted a networking session in partnership with WeddingSutra…
Top places to visit when in Lahore, Shopping Spree & Stay!
Top places to visit when in Lahore, Shopping Spree & Stay!
Lahore is a vibrant and historic city in Pakistan known for its rich culture, delicious food, and beautiful architecture. It…
‘Renew – Mindfulness’ with Aujasya by The Leela
The Leela Palaces, Hotels and Resorts launched the second pillar of their signature wellness programme - Aujasya by The Leela – “Renew - Mindfulness.”
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…
STB ramps up recovery initiatives with travel trade
The Singapore Tourism Board (STB) rolled out ambitious plans to make the city-state an even more desirable destination for Indian visitors in 2023 at South Asia’s leading travel trade event,…
Singapore Tourism Board ramps up recovery initiatives with travel trade partners
The Singapore Tourism Board (STB) rolled out ambitious plans to make
the city-state an even more desirable destination for Indian visitors in 2023 at South Asia’s leading travel trade…
G Kishan Reddy inaugurates 30th edition of SATTE 2023
Grand 30th Edition of the Travel Trade Event, SATTE 2023, saw the presence of all Indian States, over 50 Countries and 600+ Hosted Buyers.
IGLTA Foundation names new Chair of India Initiative
by: Harry Johnson | copyright: eTurboNews - Travel Industry News - World Travel News
In 2020, the Foundation launched this initiative to better support India as a destination and LGBTQ+…
Saudi anchors focus on India tourism market
by: Linda Hohnholz, eTN editor | copyright: eTurboNews - Travel Industry News - World Travel News
Saudi is building on the momentum of trade activity in India with an impressive lineup of…
Vietjet parent company reports profit of nearly USD38.7 million
Vietjet has transported 20.5 million passengers on 116,000 flights in 2022, of which domestic transport grew by 20% over 2019’s, supporting the airline’s recovery momentum.
AirAsia India announces operations from Terminal 2 at BLR Airport from 15 Feb
AirAsia India announced that the airline would be moving all domestic operations to the newly launched Terminal 2 at Kempegowda International Airport, Bengaluru (BLR Airport) from 15th …
Sterling Mantra Haridwar opens with 40 keys
Sterling Holiday Resorts has announced the launch of Sterling Mantra Haridwar, their fifth property in Uttarakhand.
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
First LGBTQ+ Travel Symposium set for India
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An historic event explores the development of India’s tourism network to create a more welcoming landscape for…
Marriott Bonvoy on Wheels will now deliver epicurean delicacies through the Club Marriott South Asia mobile app to its customers
Marriott Bonvoy on Wheels (MBOW), Marriott International’s online food delivery program, has integrated with the Club Marriott South Asia app and the Club Marriott website. Club Marriott…
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.
Top 5 destinations to explore this Republic Day weekend
Online Travel Platform Agoda, has released their search data for the upcoming Republic Day weekend, which features Goa, Pondicherry, Mumbai, New Delhi and Jaipur as the top destinations…
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
Thomas Cook India drives revival of MICE business
With positive corporate sentiment driving demand post pandemic, MICE travel is gaining momentum for both international and domestic destinations.
Finnair embarks on European expansion
Finnair has revealed its European schedule for the coming summer, including a range of new routes. The Finnish carrier will launch three weekly flights to the Norwegian gateway of Bodø for…
Holidays a priority on long weekends
With the travel sector returning back to normal, Indian travellers show keen interest for domestic and even international destinations for Republic day, shown by increasing flight searches…
Andaz Brand debuts in Thailand with the opening of Andaz Pattaya Jomtien Beach
The lush and tropical beachfront retreat offers well-travelled explorers and families a welcoming, invigorating destination to reconnect with nature and discover authentic Thai culture.
12th edition of GITB to be held in Jaipur from 23- 25 April
The 12th edition of Great Indian Travel Bazaar (GITB) will be organised from April 23- 25, 2023 under the joint aegis of Rajasthan Tourism Department, Ministry of Tourism and Federation of…
IndiGo to start new direct flights between Hubballi and Pune
IndiGo announced a new direct flight between Hubballi and Pune, w.e.f. 5th February 2023. With the announcement of this flight, IndiGo will be the first operator to provide direct flight…
Flurys, launches its second biggest tearoom in the ‘City of Joy’
Flurys, the iconic Swiss confectionery from Apeejay Surrendra Park Hotels Limited (ASPHL) launches a new tearoom in Kolkata.
OYO writes to NCLT to expedite MCA inquiry on FHRAI EC
Global travel technology company, OYO in a recent letter to National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT) requested the tribunal to expedite the Ministry of Corporate Affairs' (MCA) investigation on…
AvianWE to represent Akasa Air
AvianWE is now the official public relations partner for Akasa Air, India’s newest and most dependable airline. The agency team will actively be involved in media networking and all press…
InterContinental Singapore welcomes Executive Chef Kenny Chung
As Executive Chef of InterContinental Singapore, Kenny Chung oversees the luxury heritage hotel’s culinary operations and plays an integral role in the upkeep and driving of the hotel as…
Tribute Portfolio celebrates its expansion in Singapore with opening of the Serangoon House
Tribute Portfolio, the growing collection of characterful, independent hotels from Marriott Bonvoy, Marriott International’s extraordinary portfolio of 30 hotel brands, award-winning loyalty…
Vistara to fly Mumbai-Indore for Pravasi Bhartiya Diwas for 15 Days
Vistara has introduced a Pravasi Bhartiya Diwas (PBD) special flight from Mumbai to Indore for 15 days starting yesterday.
Serbia introduces visas for nationals of India & Guinea-Bissau from 1 Jan
Citizens of India and Guinea-Bissau will no longer be able to visit Serbia without applying for a visa, as the country has introduced a visa regime for these citizens, in an effort to align…
Inter-city mobility to improve further in 2023
The year 2022 saw a significant rise in inter-city travel across the country. Alongside, it was also seen that the travellers on more than 100 routes preferred inter-city buses over other…
Vistara joins airline association BARIG
On 1 January 2023, the Indian carrier Vistara (TATA SIA Airlines Limited), a joint venture between Tata Sons Limited (51 percent) and Singapore Airlines Limited (49 percent), will become a…
Finnair adds flights between Helsinki and Asia for summer 2023
Finnair adds flights between its Helsinki hub and key destinations in Asia for summer 2023. Finnair resumes flights between Helsinki and Osaka with three weekly flights and adds frequencies…
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…
Hyatt launches wedding initiative ‘Perfectly Yours’
Hyatt announced the launch of an all-new bespoke wedding initiative for today’s discerning couple in India, #PerfectlyYours.
DigiYatra launched at Varanasi airport in India
NEC announces the unveiling of the DigiYatra initiative - a paperless boarding process for air passengers, at the Varanasi airport.
Air India resumes Bengaluru-San Francisco direct flights
Air India resumed its non-stop flight connecting Bengaluru to San Francisco, on Fridays, Sundays and Wednesdays with the Boeing 777-200LR aircraft.
VISTARA starts direct flights from Pune to Singapore
Vistara, India’s finest full-service carrier and a joint venture of Tata group and Singapore Airlines, today started its non-stop flights between Pune and Singapore.
New ‘Taste Obsession’ popup series by Singapore in India
The Indian consumer’s hunger for world-class dining and nightlife is both driving the fast-evolving culinary scene in India, as well as shaping how their overseas travel choices and…
Top travel trends and curiosities of the Indian traveller for 2023 from Kayak
Indians are a nation of curious travellers, as revealed by new consumer research by KAYAK with two-thirds (64%) of Indian travellers stating that they are willing to cut back on day-to-day…
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.
Air India Announces Six New European and US destinations
Air India, controlled by the multinational conglomerate Tata, is pushing forwards with its intentions to increase its domestic and international destinations. The airline announced that…
Air India announces new flights to six destinations in USA, Europe
Air India has launched new flights connecting Mumbai with New York, Paris and Frankfurt, and the resumption of non-stop flights connecting Delhi with Copenhagen, Milan and Vienna.
“Eco Glamp” opens at Kanatal
Organic Hideaways Pvt Ltd. has opened Eco Glamp at Kanatal in Uttarakhand. Eco Glamp offers a once-in-a-lifetime Glamping experience of living in the outdoors in Geodesic Domes with utmost…
jüSTa Hotels & Resorts eyes a 100 Cr turnover in FY 2023-24
The luxury boutique hospitality company added 11 new hotels to its portfolio in the last 2 years. The company currently has 19 hotels and resorts with over 500 keys in 8 states.
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…
Vistara to fly to Oman
Vistara is launching its first scheduled passenger service to Oman, with the country’s capital Muscat (MCT) set to receive daily service from Mumbai (BOM).
Now fly direct Pune- Bangkok with SpiceJet
SpiceJet started non-stop flights between Pune and Bangkok. The flight between Pune and Bangkok will operate on all days except Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays whereas additional flights…
Vistara increases frequency to Frankfurt & Paris
Full-service carrier Vistara has increased frequencies to Frankfurt and Paris. Vistara is now operating 6 weekly flights between Delhi and Frankfurt, and 5 weekly flights between Delhi…
Air Canada resumes daily seasonal service between Mumbai and Toronto
Air Canada has resumed its daily seasonal service between Mumbai and Toronto, now operating via London Heathrow until 25 March 2023.
KAYAK reveals the best travel and booking times for affordable flights
KAYAK reveals the best travel and booking times for the top 10 most popular flight destinations of Indians.
Inter-city mobility will cross pre-COVID levels by end of 2022
IntrCity SmartBus, the largest tech-enabled fleet of inter-city buses estimates that Inter-city mobility will cross pre-COVID levels of 50 million daily travellers by the end of 2022.
IATO Convention in Lucknow from 16-19 Dec
The 37th Indian Association of Tour Operators (IATO) Annual Convention is going to be held from December 16 to 19, 2022 in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh.
Silversea Cruises to return to Asia
Silversea Cruises, the leading ultra-luxury cruise line, has confirmed its highly anticipated return to Asia, with four ships—Silver Shadow, Silver Whisper, Silver Spirit, and Silver…
Fly Moscow to Goa via Aeroflot from 2nd Nov
Russian flag carrier Aeroflot said it is set to launch its flight services to Goa from Moscow, starting 2 November.
India hospitality institute awards scholarships
During the valedictory function of the 21st Chandiwala Hospitality Ensemble, which was held at the Banarsidas Chandiwala Institute of Hotel Management and Catering Technology, New Delhi (Oct…
CM Naveen Patnaik inaugurates Odisha Travel Bazaar 2022
Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik inaugurated the 4th Edition of Odisha Travel Bazaar at Hotel Mayfair Convention. This 3-day extravaganza opened to huge responses with 83 Domestic Tour…
DGCA orders probe after fire in IndiGo Jet’s engine
A Delhi to Bengaluru flight of IndiGo was aborted just before take-off on Friday because one of its engines stalled, leading to surging airflow and subsequent fire, airport officials stated.
AirAsia India starts 21 weekly direct flights connecting new routes
AirAsia India will commence 21 weekly direct flights connecting Delhi to Bhubaneswar and Bengaluru to Jaipur, from 30th October 2022 as part of its winter schedule
Emirates highlights support for UAE and Egypt
Emirates has carried more than 9.3 million passengers on close to 38,000 flights between Cairo and Dubai since the start of its operations, and Egypt’s capital city is one of the major…
Preferred Hotels & Resorts welcomes 14 new member properties
Preferred Hotels and Resorts, the world’s largest independent hotel brand representing more than 650 hotels, resorts, and residences across 80 countries, welcomed 14 new member properties to…
Vistara to launch Dhaka-Mumbai flights from 15 Nov
Indian full-service carrier Vistara will start operating flights on Dhaka in Bangladesh and Mumbai in India from November 15. The airline will operate two weekly flights on this route.
Andaz Pattaya Jomtien Beach unveils senior leadership team
Andaz Pattaya Jomtien Beach, Hyatt’s inaugural Andaz-branded luxury and lifestyle resort in Thailand, has unveiled its highly skilled and experienced executive management team ahead of…
AirAsia X Group relaunch strategy gaining strong momentum
The AirAsia X Group (AAX) relaunch strategy continues to gain strong momentum as the airline remains focused on its medium haul markets in the short term, where proven demand is strongest.
eVisa system down in Malaysia
The eVisa system has not been suspended but is instead facing service disruption, says the Immigration Department of malaysia. The eVisa portal, which is the online facility to apply for a…
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.
Thailand renews visa processing with VFS Global in India
The Thailand government has renewed its pan-India visa processing mandate with VFS Global.
Now fly Mumbai-Baku direct with Azerbaijan Airlines
Azerbaijan Airlines, the flag carrier of Azerbaijan plans to commence its direct flights between Baku and Mumbai – the commercial hub of India from November onwards.
India cuts windfall taxes on domestic crude oil, diesel and removes for ATF
India has slashed windfall taxes on locally produced crude oil, and for exported diesel and Aviation Turbine Fuel(ATF), in line with the decline in international prices.
Taj Mahal, top destination for domestic tourists in 2021-22
The Taj Mahal, a UNESCO world heritage site, was among the 10 most popular ticketed monuments for domestic visitors in 2021-22, according to a new report released by the Union Ministry of…
Maharashtra, Tamil Nadu top two destinations for foreign tourists in 2021
India Tourism Statistics 2022, as released by Union Tourism Ministry reveals that Maharashtra and Tamil Nadu registered the maximum number of foreign tourist visits with 1.26 million and…
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.
Thailand fully opens for tourists
The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) has stated that from 1 October international travellers to Thailand will no longer be required to show proof of vaccination or ATK test results, and a…
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…
THAI announces its winter flight schedule 2022-2023
Thai Airways (THAI) is operating flights on 34 European, Australian and Asian routes with increased frequencies in selected routes, from 30 October 2022 to 25 March 2023.
Mumbai airport handles record breaking 1,30,374 passengers
Breaking its own single-day record, Mumbai’s Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (CSMIA), handled the movement of 1,30,374 passengers on 17 September, the highest since the…
DGCA extends SpiceJet flight restrictions till 29 Oct
Aviation regulatory authority, Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has ordered that the 50% capacity restriction for SpiceJet flight operations should continue until 29 October…
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…
Linkin Reps to represent Srilankan Holidays in India
Srilankan Holidays has appointed Linkin Reps as one of the Franchise Operator for its passenger holiday business in India. This decision will assist Srilankan Holidays in strengthening…
AirAsia India tops OTP with 93.3% in August
AirAsia India tops the On Time Performance (OTP) charts in August 2022 for the fifth consecutive month.
IRCTC to run special tourist train for Navratri
The special tourist train will start its maiden run for Katra on September 30, 2022.
Kashmir tourists touch a record 20.5 lakh in eight months
A record-breaking 20.5 lakh tourists, including 3.65 lakh Amarnath yatris, visited Kashmir in the first eight months of this year.
5 family-friendly travel destinations
If anyone deserves a summer after the rollercoaster that has been the last two years, it’s your children. For the average child, the coronavirus pandemic served as a massive disruption…
Air India adds capacity to Qatar for football fans
Air India has started 20 new flights per week to Qatar from key Indian cities. It will start direct flights from Mumbai, Hyderabad, and Chennai to Doha from 30 October.
Booming festive time for travel: RateGain PULSE
RateGain Travel Technologies in its latest PULSE report has shared forward looking insights focused on the demand for travel in the upcoming festive season.
Seven boutique properties join RARE
RARE India is a community of conscious luxury boutique hotels, palace stays, wildlife lodges, homestays and retreats in India and the subcontinent.
Asian countries top list of best global cities for business tourism
A new study by UK card machine provider, Dojo, has revealed the best cities around the world that accommodate for business travel.
Travelling for business can be a great perk if you get…
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…
TAT promotes ‘Vivaha in Amazing Thailand’.
Tourism Authority of Thailand, (TAT) New Delhi recently organised a networking session for Indian wedding planners, Thai hotel representatives and a few luxury agents based in New Delhi.…
Add a sense of culture to your next event in these Marriott International hotels
With the many Marriott International hotels in different regions in APAC, take your guests to a city full of historical and cultural experiences.
Thailand targets the destination wedding segment from India
Cashing in on the growing popularity of destination weddings and exotic honeymoons, Thailand hopes to boost its tourism revenue by targeting high-spending groups for the same from India.
AirAsia X To Restore Fleet And Network After Pandemic
Following the COVID-19 downturn, AirAsia X is working to restore its network by launching additional long-haul services to Istanbul, Dubai, and London by year’s end.
The low-cost…
Fly Bengaluru to Hong Kong direct with Cathay Pacific
Cathay Pacific will operate two non-stop weekly flights from Bengaluru to Hong Kong from 11 October.
AirAsia India to fly daily direct, Lucknow to Mumbai and Kolkata
AirAsia India will be starting direct flights from Lucknow to Mumbai and Kolkata from 1 September.
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.
Grand Hyatt Gurgaon opens with 442 keys
The luxury hotel is the first Grand Hyatt property in Gurgaon. It offers a 7,500 square foot (700 square meter) Grand Ballroom and a meetings space, The Campus, which is 17,760 square foot…
World’s busiest airport in August was Dubai International
Dubai International (DXB) recorded 14.2 million passengers in the second quarter of 2022, a year-on-year jump of 190.6%. It remained the world’s busiest international airport in August.
Beta version of the Digi Yatra app launched
The beta version of the DigiYatra App was rolled out at the Kempegowda International Airport, Bengaluru and the Delhi International Airport in India.
Air Astana flew 3.9 million passengers till July 2022
The group plans to expand the fleet to 59 aircraft by 2025 and develop capabilities in training and maintenance for long-term growth.
Decrease in Airline Turbine Fuel(ATF ) to aid aviation: Scindia
The dip in the Air Turbine Fuel(ATF) price and the continuation of this trend will benefit the aviation sector, the Civil Aviation Minister of India, Jyotiraditya Scindia has said
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 –…
Vistara to boost frequencies to Frankfurt and Paris, ropes in 3rd Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner
Starting from 30 October, the airline will operate 6x weekly flights between Delhi and Frankfurt, up from the current 3x weekly frequency; while connectivity between Delhi and Paris goes up…
TAT and Phuket Tourist Association host roadshow to gear up for Indian travellers
The 3-city roadshow witnessed the participation of 40 hospitality, travel and tourism companies (sellers) from Phuket in order to reconnect and build new connections with the Indian travel…
Air India increases international flights
Air India, following its acquisition by Tata Group, is now deploying aircraft that were grounded for prolonged periods due to the Covid-19 pandemic
Siddha Wellness Village: The ultimate staycation to detox the mind, body and soul
From handpicked blend of ancient oriental wellness therapies and organic farming to private home theatre, the sprawling Siddha Wellness just 40 kms away from Delhi glows bright with…
AirAsia India brings Lucknow on its route map
The flights will also connect Lucknow through convenient one-stop itineraries to other airports on its network, such as Srinagar, Kochi, Hyderabad, and Guwahati
South Korea reopens unrestricted travel for Indian tourists
Korea Tourism Organization (KTO) India, the tourism arm of the Republic of Korea under the Ministry of Culture and Tourism, has announced the re-opening of South Korea to all Indian…
IndiGo turns 16, unveils ‘Three-Point Disembarkation System’
This novel Three Point Disembarkation process will help IndiGo set new standards in customer experience on its 16th anniversary
Travel is a tonic: Bart Buiring shares optimism and excitement on the return of travel
Travel Daily Media met Bart Buiring, chief sales and marketing officer - APAC at Marriott International, to discuss insights and optimism in hospitality and tourism.
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Seven out of 20 busiest global air travel routes in May were India to Dubai
The busiest international route in India in May 2022 was Mumbai-Dubai with 406 flights
AirAsia X launches three new routes
AirAsia X confirms its latest services to Melbourne (Tullamarine), and Perth in Australia and Auckland in New Zealand will launch on 1 November 2022
Vietjet makes further inroads into India, plans new route to Bangalore
The new flight services are planned to link Bengaluru to Hanoi, Da Nang, and Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon), three of Vietnam's most well-known business and tourism cities
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
Vistara gears up for Mumbai-Bangkok flights from 5 August
The flights on the Mumbai-Bangkok route will be operated five days a week, using the A320neo aircraft
Thomas Cook and SOTC ink pact with Turkey Tourism to boost travel from India
In a planned initiative to give fillip to travel to Turkey in the high potential India market, Thomas Cook (India), and its Group Company, SOTC Travel, have recently signed an agreement with…
Sri Lanka eyes Indian travellers for quick tourism revival
Sri Lanka will hold roadshows starting next month in five Indian cities to attract travellers seeking “wellness, leisure, and Ramayana-trail,” tours, corporate functions and destination…
Finnair to unveil Helsinki-Mumbai flights from August
The Mumbai service will now start as a thrice weekly and go up to four times a week from this November
Etihad’s ‘Sustainable 50’ debut flight lands in New York
UAE national carrier Etihad Airways celebrated the launch of its new 'Sustainable 50' Airbus A350-1000 service to the US
IndiGo to operate additional flights on three routes
IndiGo is now operating additional flights on Delhi-Leh, Delhi-Srinagar and Lucknow-Pantnagar routes from July due to increased demand
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
Akasa Air takes delivery of first aircraft from Boeing
Akasa Air, India’s newest airline, took delivery of its much anticipated first Boeing 737 MAX aircraft in Seattle, USA
AirAsia India adds Lucknow as latest destination with 112 weekly direct flights
AirAsia India announced that it is expanding its network to Lucknow with daily direct flights connecting Lucknow to Bengaluru, Delhi, Goa, Kolkata and Mumbai
AirAsia X is back as it spreads wings to London, Istanbul and Dubai
Marking a new era for long haul low cost air travel, AirAsia X (AAX) announced that it will be flying from Kuala Lumpur to London, Dubai and Istanbul this year
AirAsia India deploys revolutionary TaxiBot operations in Bengaluru
AirAsia India flagged off the commencement of TaxiBot operations at Bengaluru International Airport
IRCTC set to connect India-Nepal via tourist train
The train will depart from New Delhi on the Shri Ramayana Yatra Circuit and will cover the distance of approximately 8,000 kilometres to reach Nepal
Flyers who don’t wear masks can be declared ‘unruly’ and deboarded, says DGCA
Airlines must de-board any passenger before departure if they refuse to wear face mask inside an aircraft even after being warned, aviation regulator DGCA said
Vietjet unveils direct flights from Mumbai to Ho Chi Minh City and Hanoi
Vietjet has officially inaugurated the direct flights connecting Mumbai with Vietnam’s capital Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City
Singapore’s Competition Commission raises concerns over Air India buy
Tata Group’s acquisition of Air India is likely to run into a regulatory wall in Singapore
India tracking towards UN Sustainable Goals
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Head of the United Nations (UN) In India, Shombi Sharp, told the national summit in Delhi on June 4 that tourism has been included as targets in goals 8 (Decent Work and…
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
South Korea reopens for Indian travellers
Indian travellers can now apply for a short term (C-3) visa which allows foreigners to stay up to 90 days for marketing research, travel, visiting relatives, meetings or similar reasons
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
Here’s why India’s aviation sector is something to watch out for
Here are some of the reasons why India’s aviation sector is teeming with potential in the coming years.
OYO unveils free stay after 5 nights
In a bid to boost travel in post-pandemic India, hospitality technology platform OYO announced that its customers will be eligible for a free stay after every 5 night stays
Air France-KLM And IndiGo launch codeshare deal
With this partnership, Air France and KLM will ultimately offer their customers access to 30 new Indian destinations and a large number of round-trip combinations for both business and…
Celebrating Women Empowerment in Travel and Tourism
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The newest initiative of the Travel Agents Association of India (TAAI) and Women in TAAI and Tourism (WITT) organized its first conclave in New Delhi to celebrate…
5 MICE destinations made better by Marriott Bonvoy Events
Be it a meeting, company retreat, or business event. Enjoy great discounts and a verity of options with Marriott Bonvoy Events!
Air India proposes to acquire AirAsia India
both airlines are run by Tata Sons — Air India is a wholly owned subsidiary, while AirAsia India is a joint venture with Malaysia’s AirAsia
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…
Vietjet to open four new routes between India and Vietnam
Vietjet has announced four new services linking India and Vietnam, marking the airline’s post-pandemic return and continued expansion in the country
Tourism Malaysia looks to India to boost tourism
India remains and has been one of the top market sources for Malaysia
Finnair flies to 77 destinations in winter 2022, as travel continues to recover
Finnair has updated its offering for winter 2022-2023, with a view to the Russian airspace closure.
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
Air Arabia Abu Dhabi’s Chennai flights to be unveiled on 27 April
Air Arabia Abu Dhabi, a low-cost carrier based in the UAE capital, has announced the introduction of a new service to Chennai
Qantas to unveil direct flights on Bengaluru-Sydney route for the first time
Australia’s national airline Qantas will fly non-stop from Bengaluru to Sydney, and is finalising a code-share partnership with IndiGo to make travel between India and Australia easier
THAI, THAI Smile, and TAT join hands to fly Indian travellers to Thailand
THAI, THAI Smile, and TAT signed the LOI to enhance travel experience and develop marketing activities for the Indian market, to offer passengers with privileges and joint promotion…
Rediscover the joy of meeting face-to-face in Marriott hotels
Are you tired of meeting your friends and colleagues virtually for almost two years in the pandemic? Marriott hotels are more than ready to hold your next event.
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
VFS Global predicts spike in Thailand eVisa on Arrival demand ahead of Thai Airways resuming flights
Starting of Thailand eVOA services through VFS Global is expected to offer great convenience to customers travelling to Thailand
SIA resumes super jumbo A380 services to Mumbai
Singapore Airlines (SIA) has resumed services of Airbus 380 Superjumbo from Mumbai. The superjumbo aircraft landed in Mumbai, after a two-year break in services
IndiGo restarts India-Thailand flights after two years
IndiGo has began operating flights between India and Thailand from this week onwards after a span of two years
How many trees would you need to plant to offset your holiday flight?
Tourism is responsible for 8% of the world’s carbon footprint, with transport making up nearly half of that figure
Russian Airspace Sanctions May Lead Finnair to Lay off 650 Crew
Finnair may be forced to lay off up to 650 pilots and cabin personnel for at least three months due to restrictions on flying in Russian airspace.
South Africa to issue e-visas for Indian travellers soon
South Africa will introduce e-visas for Indians to attract more tourists, business travellers and movie-makers
THAI bubble flights to India unveiled
On the back of the recently announced air travel bubble between Thailand and India, Thai Airways is operating direct flights to and from four cities in India
Singapore opens Vaccinated Travel Lane for all Indian cities
Singapore has announced the extension of the Vaccinated Travel Lane (VTL) to all Indian cities, which was earlier applicable only to Delhi, Mumbai and Chennai.
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
India and Thailand to get more flights with newly unveiled air bubble
Thai Airways has announced that flights will soon resume between the two countries under the air bubble arrangement
Australia Reopened To International Tourist: The Wait Is Over
Australia’s international borders have reopened to fully vaccinated visitors 704 days after they were closed to battle the spread of Coronavirus in 2020.
South African Tourism launches ‘More & More’ campaign
South African Tourism launched its ‘More & More’ campaign localised for Indian audiences
SIA Group expands VTL flight network with new destinations and increased flight frequencies
The Singapore Airlines (SIA) Group will expand its Vaccinated Travel Lane (VTL) network to 47 cities from 25 countries in the coming weeks.
Here are the best places to go solo backpacking
New research by Uswitch has revealed the best locations in the world for solo backpackers.
IWTA speaks with Komal Darira – Courageous Change Maker, & Founder Women for World
In 2014, at the age of 19, Komal became the first female tour leader for Urban Adventures, Delhi, challenging stereotypes and expectations placed on young women in India, winning awards and…
West Bengal lifts curbs to allow daily flights
West Bengal government has eased restrictions imposed due to Covid-19 and flights from Delhi and Mumbai will be allowed to operate daily, instead of thrice a week
Canada relaxes testing rules to ease travel from India
Canada said people travelling on direct flights or one-stop flight from India will no longer need to show negative RT PCR COVID test done within 18 hours ahead of the departure
TAT India unveils online training for travel agents
Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) Mumbai and New Delhi Offices have launched the ‘Thailand Specialist Programme’, an industry-focused online training course for Indian travel advisors and…
Bali named as most popular destination in Asia for 2022
If 2021 was the year travellers dipped their toes in the water with smaller getaways and outdoors trips, 2022 is shaping up to be the year we return to travel in a big way.
The most stressed cities in the world
Whether you’re already an expat or only thinking of embracing moving abroad, there are places in the world that are less stressful for living and working.
India imposes 7-day mandatory home quarantine for all international arrivals
Travellers from abroad will need to home quarantine for a week after landing in India and test on the eighth day, in new rules that take effect on January 11 to tackle a huge Omicron-driven…
OYO Travelopedia 2021: Indian traveller busy with workcations
According to OYO Travelopedia, nearly 65% of respondents have travelled in the past 6 months and a majority of them visited their loved ones
Teeing it off! Thai Golf Pass unveils Season 5 in India
SLW, the leading golf management company in Thailand has geared up to launch the fifth season of Thai Golf Passport in India
Where are travellers staying on New Year Eve
Agoda data shows that travellers across Asia are showing their ongoing desire to get out, to getaway and to escape the constrictions and controls of Covid impacted regions, venturing into…
Switzerland gets direct flights from India from 10 January
SWISS will finally welcome passengers from India starting 10 January 2022, as India and Switzerland sign an air bubble agreement that allows their national carriers to operate flights…
Domestic air travel picks up 17% in November in India
1.05 crore domestic passengers travelled by air in November, 17.03 per cent higher than the 89.85 lakh who travelled the month before, the country’s aviation regulator said
IndiGo joins hands with Kotak Mahindra to unveil Ka-Ching Credit Card
IndiGo and Kotak Mahindra Bank have launched its travel credit card – Ka-ching for unmatched rewards on domestic and international travel
Qantas Launches Direct Flights To Rome In 2022
Last September, Qantas announced a significant change to the non-stop Perth to London flight, suspending Australia’s only non-stop flights to the UK, citing Western Australia border…
India signs air bubble pact with Australia. Here’s what you need to know
Australia has finally joined the list of countries that has a travel bubble with India
Greece lifts travel restrictions for Indian travellers
Limited categories of visitors are now allowed to enter Greece, including citizens of the EU & Schengen Area countries as well as residents of a limited number of third countries,…
Singapore resumes flights to India from today. Here’s what you need to know
Singapore has resumed commercial flights with India through its vaccinated travel lane (VTL) facility with six designated flights daily from Chennai, Delhi and Mumbai
India logs in strong recovery in MICE business
Thomas Cook (India) – India’s leading integrated travel and travel related financial services company, transformed its business into a digital model – delivering over 100 virtual events for…
Qantas resumes flights from Melbourne
Qantas has announced that it will increase international flights from Melbourne beginning Monday and reintroduce Melbourne-London services beginning this Saturday, for the first time in 20…
Singapore and India to resume daily flights under Vaccinated Travel Lane
Singapore has said it has reached an agreement with India on resuming commercial flights under the Vaccinated Travel Lane (VTL) facility that will commence with six daily flights from…
India and Singapore in talks to resume commercial flights
Singapore is in talks with the Ministry of Civil Aviation and the Ministry of External Affairs in India to restart scheduled commercial services with two daily flights each from Chennai,…
UPS begins first direct flight from India to Europe
A UPS 747 flight is now flying from India directly to Europe and connecting UPS customers to North and Latin American markets five days per week
Friends and family source of travel inspiration for Indians, reveals Agoda Indiagenous Survey 2021
Agoda has launched its Indiagenous Travel Survey 2021 as a part of a campaign to drive domestic travel in India
Finnair to launch new Asian routes and focus on Japan
Finnair is gearing up for the expected gradual opening of Asia with plans to fly to over 100 destinations worldwide and new long-haul services to the Far East for Summer 2022.
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
Which airlines are operating international flights from Sydney?
More flights will depart Australia beginning this month, as Qantas and Jetstar have moved forwards the restart of some international routes.
Qantas will resume the A380 services from April 2022
Three months earlier than previously planned; Qantas will resume the A380 service with two superjumbo jets beginning service to Los Angeles in April 2022.
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
Qantas and Jetstar staff to return to work to handle the demand
Qantas has recently announced an accelerated return to service, bringing back more international flights from Sydney and announcing the debut of non-stop flights to India.
Covid-fatigue or no-travel blues? Boost your immunity and wellbeing, the Naad way
There has been a renewed interest in domestic travel as post-Covid and revenge travel pick up and this is expected to give a filip to wellness tourism
Agoda unveils booking data for top destinations Indians are traveling to in the country
Domestic booking data released by global digital travel platform Agoda, shows that four states (in order of ranking) - Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Maharashtra, and Rajasthan - accounted for 50% of…
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
Canada lifts ban on direct flights from India
Canada has allowed direct flights from India from 27 September, lifting the ban on them after a gap of more than five months
Flexible searches, hosted travel and unique stays define travel in 2021: Airbnb
Airbnb presents round-up of key travel trends that have been emerging in India and reflects how consumers are viewing travel in the new normal
Grounded, no more! Jet Airways is back, to resume operations in early 2022
Jet Airways is set to resume domestic flight operations in the first quarter of 2022 with New Delhi-Mumbai flight
Fully vaccinated Indians can now travel to Turkey with no quarantine rule
As per the latest travel guidelines issued by Turkish Embassy in New Delhi, the passengers fully vaccinated with WHO-approved doses will be exempted from mandatory quarantine provided at…
TAT India launches ‘Thailand Build Back Better Together’ campaign
Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) India Offices in New Delhi and Mumbai have announced the launch of ‘Thailand Build Back Better Together’ campaign, which is a pan India travel agent…
VFS resumes UAE tourist visa services for Indian travellers
VFS Global has resumed UAE tourist visa services for Indians
New bonanza! Sri Lankan Airlines offers ‘buy one get one free’ for Indian travellers
Sri Lankan Airlines has introduced a buy one get one free offer for Indian leisure travellers on their Colombo return tickets
Top 10 cities for a workation
Workation is a rising travel trend as more people found themselves working from home for over 18 months.
Record surge in domestic air travel in India since second Covid wave
Domestic flight travel registered a monthly surge of 61% in July with nearly 50.07 lakh passengers travelling by plane
The rise of bleisure travellers in India
Indian travellers are embracing the workcation, one of the key trends that offers city dwellers a chance for remote working whilst holidaying
SpiceHealth unveils Covid vaccination programme
SpiceHealth, has launched a massive Covid vaccination drive across five states by tying up with major hospitals in Delhi, Haryana, Rajasthan, Bihar and Jharkhand
The airline making money off grounded Boeing 737 MAX jets
Low-cost Airlines have a simple formula for success: fill as many seats as possible, fly as many hours as possible, and maintain a young fleet.
Ahoy rains! Leisure Hotels predicts monsoon rush at Corbett
Leisure Hotels has welcomed the government’s decision to open Corbett Tiger Reserve for round-the-year tourism and has stepped up efforts to welcome the travellers during the monsoon rush
India’s path to tourism recovery
Wego discusses the country’s path to normalcy in the travel industry
This airline just operated India’s first international flight with fully vaccinated crew
Air India Express became the first Indian airline to operate an international flight from Delhi to Dubai with a crew fully vaccinated
Vistara delays Tokyo route launch to July
Vistara Airlines has now postponed the launch of flights between Delhi and Tokyo Haneda from 16 June to 7 July
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
Pilots in India seek payment for colleagues who died of Covid
Now, the country’s pilots, especially those working for Air India, the debt-ridden airline controlled by Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s government, are asking for better compensation for the…
Agoda unveils COVID-19 isolation stay options throughout India
International digital travel platform Agoda has leveraged its technology expertise to help people in India easily search and find quarantine or alternative stay options during this latest…
COVID-19 crisis hinders India’s economic recovery
Economic activities in major Indian cities have been severely affected by the second wave of the COVID-19 pandemic, which led to full or partial lockdowns across the country.
Shelter for all! GiveIndia and Oyo launch fundraiser for underprivileged during COVID-19 recovery
GiveIndia and OYO Care have launched a fundraising campaign #ShelterForAll with an aim to raise INR 10 crore to offer rooms as isolation and quarantine shelters for COVID-19 positive…
Sri Lanka postpones travel bubble with India
Sri Lanka has decided to postpone launching the proposed ‘travel bubble’ with India, in the wake of the recent surge in Covid-19 cases in India
Covid-19 negative report mandatory for travellers from 12 states in Uttarakhand
Amid a surge in COVID-19 cases, the Uttarakhand government has now made it mandatory for people coming from a dozen states to furnish negative RT-PCR test reports not older than 72 hours on…
Flyers in India to get list of Covid protocols with tickets
The DGCA on 13 March directed all airlines to provide passengers its circular, which lays down the pandemic-time travel protocols emphasizing on physical distancing and wearing masks…
Emirates and TAP Air expand strategic partnership
Emirates and TAP Air Portugal have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to expand the codeshare partnership currently in place between both airlines
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…
Leela debuts in the Pink City
Set against the majestic backdrop of the Aravalli range on over 8 acres of landscaped gardens, The Leela Palace Jaipur offers the perfect vantage to explore the city in all its glory
What all you need to know about India’s new guidelines for international travellers from today
The government of India has issued new guidelines for international travellers that will come into effect from the night of 22 February
Travelling to Maharashtra? Here’s what you need to know as the state extends travel restrictions
The Maharashtra government has now announced that there will be travel restrictions to those coming into the state from Kerala
India to UK flights resumes from 6 January
The civil aviation minister, Hardeep Singh Puri, has clarified that flights from India to the UK can start on 6 January while operations from the UK to India will begin on 8 January
5 Basic Safety Tips for Travellers
After the past year, thanks to the international travel restrictions put in place as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, it’s understandable that people are eager to get outdoors and discover…
Jet Airways may relaunch in summer 2021
Jet Airways (India), the full-service airline which went bankrupt last year, could be back in the skies as early as the summer
Vistara to operate non-stop flights between Mumbai and London from January
Vistara, India’s full-service carrier and a joint venture of Tata Group and Singapore Airlines, will operate special, non-stop flights between Mumbai and London Heathrow from 16 January 2021
Flights from India to China’s Wuhan all set to resume operation
India’s national carrier, Air India, is all set to operate flights to Wuhan on 30 October
Ready to take off: SpiceJet first Indian low-cost airline to operate flights to UK from 4 December
Budget airline SpiceJet will launch non-stop flights connecting the key metros of Delhi and Mumbai with London’s Heathrow airport starting 4 December, thus becoming the first Indian low-cost…
Jaipur, Goa and Kochi to become India’s most popular leisure destinations: OYO
According to OYO’s forecast, Jaipur, followed by Goa and Kochi are set to become India’s top leisure destinations in October, November and December 2020
ICPB to host 13th CIC as hybrid event in October
ICPB focused on promoting India as an attractive MICE destination will organise flagship event, the 13th Conventions India Conclave (CIC) – as a hybrid event with the theme – ‘Physical &…
SKAL online event gets biggest attendance in AGM history
The Skål Asia AGM which due to the Covid-19 pandemic was without a home, instead the 49th SAA AGM was conducted online and turned out to be the highest attended AGM in recent history.
Reopening soon: Sikkim to open doors for tourists from 10 October
Sikkim government has allowed hotels, homestays and other tourism-related services to restart operations
Tell me a story! SOTC and Thomas Cook India partner with India’s favourite storyteller Amar Chitra Katha
Thomas Cook (India) and SOTC have partnered with India’s favourite storyteller, Amar Chitra Katha, to take travellers on an enchanting journey with launch of its Great Indian Journeys
KTO unveils ‘TakeMeBackToKorea’ campaign to inspire travellers
Korea Tourism Organisation (KTO) has launched a new campaign - #TakeMeBackToKorea for holidaymakers to wander in Korean reminisce
SpiceJet operates first repatriation flight from the Philippines
SpiceJet operated its maiden repatriation flight from the Philippines under the Vande Bharat Mission (VBM)
Sprucing up the food game! THE Park gets chef and bartender at your doorstep
THE Park Hotels has introduced a specially curated ‘Chef and Bartender at Home’ service under its Food Reimagined brand pillar
Teeing it off! Thai Golf Passport unveiled
The Thai Golf Passport has been launched in India to offer Indian golfers a seamless golf experience in Thailand
All of Asia’s Eyes Turn to Bali
The countdown is on. Will Bali really open to international arrivals on 11 September – and if it does, who will visit? By Gary Bowerman
10 best cities for freelancers
SmallBusinessPrices.co.uk reveals the world’s best cities to take your remote working job as well as the best cities for freelancers amidst the coronavirus.
Vistara receives first A321neo with lie-flat beds on narrow body jet, first in South Asia
Vistara has received first Airbus A321neo, thus strengthening its commitment to expanding international operations
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…
Thailand travel restrictions and health and safety – What can we expect next?
Right at the beginning of the coronavirus pandemic I was absolutely sure people will only travel again if they feel it is safe to do so in the new Covid-19 world, and when they have the…
Flight to recovery: AirAsia breaks post-hibernation daily sales record
AirAsia registered its highest post-hibernation sale day, with a record-breaking 41,000 seats sold in a single day across AirAsia Group, signifying a strong rebound in demand for air…
Shangri-La Hotels celebrates medical workers around the world with Heroes Campaign
Shangri-La Hotels and Resorts has launched a global Heroes Campaign to celebrate and recognise the tireless work medical workers are undertaking around the world.
The campaign, which…
Feed for Good! OYO initiates food drive for the needy across six cities
Standing together with the government and local administration efforts during these tough times, OYO is organising a food drive initiative, ‘Feed For Good’ across six cities in India to…
Yatra extends free bus service for migrant workers
Yatra.com has partnered with the Delhi and Gurugram administration to provide free bus services for migrant workers in the city. The bus service is plying to multiple places in Uttar…
Air India opens bookings for passengers to London, Singapore and US
India's national carrier Air India has opened bookings for those passengers who meet eligibility criteria and wish to travel from India to London, Singapore and select destinations in…
SWISS operates a special repatriation flight to Kolkata and Kochi in India
SWISS launched yet another special repatriation flight, from Zurich to Kolkata and Kochi to Zurich on behalf of the Swiss Federal Department of Foreign Affairs (FDFA).
On 25 April,…
Tourism Ministry in India unveils ‘Dekho Apna Desh’ webinar series
Sensing an opportunity to establish domestic tourism to reduce the dependency on inbound and penetrate into the outbound travel market, the Ministry of Tourism in India recently launched…
Yatra contributes masks for healthcare workers
Yatra.com has contributed 56,000 face masks to the Haryana government, for use by healthcare workers, as a gesture of gratitude for their dedication and efforts in fighting COVID-19. The…
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,…
OYO joins hands with Apollo Hospitals to offer support for quarantine facilities
Hotel chain OYO has been working closely with Apollo Hospitals to develop and support accommodation requirements of suspected Covid19 patients requiring quarantine/self-isolation. This…
Emirates airline suspends flights to more cities, taking total past 100
Dubai’s Emirates airline announced it would suspend flights to dozens more cities, including New York, Delhi and Melbourne, taking its total route closures past 100, in a bid to…
Cathay Pacific to reduce passenger capacity by 96% in April and May
Cathay Pacific and Cathay Dragon will reduce capacity by 96% across its passenger network in April and May in light of the severe drop in demand due to the ongoing coronavirus pandemic…
Leisure Hotels launches The Hideaway, Greater Noida
Leisure Hotels Group has announced the launch of its 27th property, The Hideaway at Greater Noida. The opening of this hotel also heralds entry of the group into the Delhi NCR Region.…
Kempinski Hotels conducts three-city roadshow in India
Kempinski Hotels recently organised a three-city roadshow in India in the cities of Mumbai, Bengaluru and Delhi to strengthen relationships with the leading travel agents and tour…
10 most female-friendly destinations in 2020
With almost 500,000 Instagram posts and over 16,000 searches relating to female solo travel this year, it’s no surprise more and more women are choosing to jet off alone!
With this in…
Oyo witnesses 63% increase in women travellers
OYO Hotels & Homes witnessed a rising trend in women travelling from and to different corners of the country between the January 2019 - February 2020 time period. The company saw a…
Welcome to the future! World’s first hotel virtual reality experience centre unveiled
Crowne Plaza Greater Noida, a leading business hotel in Delhi NCR, has announced the launch of the world’s first hotel virtual reality (VR) experience centre, in association with…
Patel unveils multilingual Incredible India website
Prahlad Singh Patel, tourism minister of India launched the multilingual Incredible India website in New Delhi. The Incredible India website, a flagship project launched by Ministry of…
Air France to launch Chennai-Paris route in June
Air France is expanding its Indian network to include Chennai with thrice weekly direct services to Paris Charles de Gaulle starting 14 June 2020, opening more opportunities for travel…
Mumbai airport witnesses highest retail spending
Travellers from Mumbai airport are India’s highest spending flyers with an average retail revenue per passenger at USD 7, followed by USD 6 by flyers from Delhi airport.
While this is…
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…
Agent alert: Vietjet slashes ticket prices throughout Asia
Vietjet has announced a very sexy range of new promotions.rolling out flight fares offering 50% discounts on ticket fares for all routes from now untill 29 February 2020.
The promotional…
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…
VFS Global brings Lithuania visa services to Sri Lanka
Residents of Sri Lanka travelling to Lithuania can now apply for their visas at the VFS Global Visa Application Centre in the capital city of Colombo. Prior to this, customers had to…
Vietjet opens three more direct routes to India
To meet rising demand for travel between Vietnam and India as well as across the region, Vietjet has opened three new direct routes connecting its three largest hubs, Da Nang, Hanoi and…
Passenger traffic grows in APAC and Middle East
Passenger traffic was steady in Asia-Pacific and the Middle East during November 2019, compared to the same month of the previous year, at +2.4% and +6.6%, respectively. Airports Council…
Destination DC comes calling in India
Destination DC (DDC), the official destination marketing organisation for Washington DC, conducted a three-city trade, sales and media mission in India from 20-25 January to promote the…
NokScoot soars to new heights for punctuality
NokScoot, the joint venture low-cost carrier of Thailand’s Nok Air and Singapore’s Scoot, achieved its best-ever annual on-time performance (OTP) since the start of operation with an…
Winning direct booking wars: Mint Hotels joins hands with Simplotel to overhaul e-commerce
Mint Hotels, a chain of over 25 hotels and resorts across various business and leisure destinations in India and Simplotel, a software-as-a-service (SaaS) technology company offering…
10 cheapest cities perfect for backpacking escape in Asia
Backpacking is the type of travelling that gives travellers the opportunity to visit a number of locations and experience a whole host of different cuisines, attractions and scenery in the…
Air India: Sabre out, Amadeus in.
Following the news yesterday that Air India ditched American firm Sabre as its GDS provider after two decades, rival company Amadeus announced a new deal to roll out the full range of the…
Flight to success: British Airways’ 20 resolutions for 2020
After celebrating its momentous centenary year in 2019, British Airways is now looking to 2020, with 20 New Year resolutions that are every bit as exciting as the achievements of 2019.…
Passenger traffic rise in APAC and Middle East
Passenger traffic in Asia-Pacific and the Middle East recorded growth in October at 1.1% and 5.2% respectively, according to Airports Council International (ACI) Asia-Pacific.
China’s…
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…
Travel tech this week: Alexa, pack my bags!
For this week, technology proves to make it easier to book accommodations and activities. Now, new tech makes it easier to pack your bags for a trip with the help of Alexa and Contiki.
‘Summit on Sustainability’ focuses on India’s development
The capital is all set to witness a day long 'Summit on Sustainability' today at Hotel Lalit, New Delhi, to take on the barriers of sustainable development.
Man dresses as pilot to get perks gets arrested
A man in India may have been inspired by Frank William Abagnale popularised by the Leonardo DiCaprio in the movie “Catch Me If You Can”.
Slow Travel and Micro Escapes: Trends to watch out for in 2020
Skyscanner has published its APAC Travel Trends Report for 2020. today. Following research into the booking preferences of Asia-Pacific (APAC) travellers, the report has revealed that Slow…
Breaching the USD 5 billion mark in 2020
The Indian destination wedding market is hitting through the roof. Growing at a frantic pace of 30% CAGR the Indian destination wedding market is going to breach the USD 5 billion mark in…
Travel tech this week: DiDi, Rapido, and WeTravel launch new services
DiDi Chuxing is launching its food delivery in Mexico City, while Bangalore-based Rapido is expanding in New Delhi by offering free rides.
London takes top spot as UAE leading inbound market
Amadeus published its key findings into the top inbound and outbound destinations the UAE region, with the UK capital coming heading the source market pack.
According to the findings, the…
Jazeera Airways commences operations out of Gatwick
As of 27 October, Jazeera Airways became the first low-cost carrier from the Middle East to fly from the UK with the launch of services from London Gatwick to Kuwait.
In addition to…
SpiceJet eyes new airline with Ras Al Khaimah as hub
SpiceJet has announced plans to launch an airline with the Ras Al Khaimah (RAK) International Airport as its base as well as set-up its first overseas hub in the UAE.
Ajay Singh,…
EaseMyTrip joins hands with Malaysia Tourism
EaseMyTrip has joined hands with Malaysia Tourism Board to promote the destination amongst Indian tourists and offer customised tour packages for Malaysia at attractive rates.…
Air India uses TaxiBot on A320 aircraft with passengers onboard
Air India will be using TaxiBot on a A320 aircraft with passengers onboard. TaxiBot is a robot-used aircraft tractor for taxiing an aircraft from parking bay to runway and vice versa.…
G Adventures’ Change Makers Summit returns for 2020
G Adventures has announced that its popular agent incentive programme, Change Makers, is returning in 2020. The global summit will be held in India and Nepal from 20-26 April 2020.…
VFS opens Lithuania Visa Application Centre in Mumbai
VFS Global has rolled out Lithuania visa services in Mumbai to cater to travellers visiting the European country. H.E. Julius Pranevicius, ambassador of Lithuania to India and Giedrius…
Brand USA concludes India Travel Mission
Brand USA, the destination marketing organisation for the US, organised their eighth annual India Travel Mission with an aim to educate the Indian travel industry on the potential of the…
Air India announces new international flights
Air India has announced new international non-stop flights on the Delhi-Doha route from 29 October 2019. The flights will be operated four times a week, the airline said. Additionally,…
These Reasons for Honeymooning in Bali Will Take Your Breath Away!
Hello honeymooners or romantic couples. Where are you heading for making honeymoon affairs? If you have not selected the destination for your romance right now, then you are at the right…
Plastic usage to be banned within 100-metre radius of protected monuments
Speaking at the inaugural of the Paryatan Parv, a week-long celebration of tourism to sensitise people about the value of tourism at the India Gate lawns in Delhi, Prahlad Singh Patel,…
NokScoot boosts 777 fleet
NokScoot, a joint venture between Thailand’s Nok Air and Singapore’s Scoot, took delivery of its sixth and seventh Boeing 777-200. The fleet expansion of the Bangkok-based…
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…
Mumbai Airport main runway to be closed during day time for 5 months
Airlines are staring at a substantial rescheduling, diversions and cancellations of flights at the second busiest airport in the country - the Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International…
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…
Singapore Tourism Board gets two area directors in India
The Singapore Tourism Board (STB) have announced the appointment of two new area directors in India and South Asia. They will oversee the board’s destination promotion and marketing…
India as a cruise source market has grown by double digits
In 2018, India was Singapore’s top overseas source market for the cruise traveller segment. 160,000 Indian cruise holidaymakers (a 27 % increase over 2017) travelled out of Singapore’s…
SOTC to drive Singapore travel from India
SOTC and Singapore Tourism Board (STB) have collaborated to bring the magic of Singapore to the malls of India. Launching a unique series of 3-D art installations in three cities –…
Air India set to offer ‘Namaskar Sewa’ at airports
Air India passengers can soon avail ‘Namaskar Sewa’, a meet and greet service wherein dedicated personnel will receive the customers at airport entry gate and assist them till being…
NokScoot to launch direct flights to Hokkaido
NokScoot, the joint venture low-cost carrier of Thailand’s Nok Air and Singapore’s Scoot, announced the launch of non-stop services to Sapporo’s new Chitose Airport. Four weekly flights…
Domestic air passenger traffic up 3.15% in July
Domestic airlines flew 1.19 crore passengers in July this year registering a 3.15% growth over the 1.15 crore passengers flown during the same period previous year. Data released by the…
OYO India introduces partner advisory council
OYO Hotels & Homes hosted its first Partner Advisory Council meeting in Delhi under the aegis of OYO Partner Engagement Network (OPEN) - the ongoing year-long commitment of support…
Hyatt Place Gurgaon celebrates ‘Biryani Trails’ at Gallery Café
Hyatt Place Gurgaon celebrates 'Biryani Trails' at Gallery Café, offering food connoisseurs and gourmands of Delhi NCR an array of vegetarian and non-vegetarian flavoured biryanis from…
Vietjet opens two direct routes to India
Vietjet is opening direct routes from Ho Chi Minh City and Hanoi to New Delhi. To celebrate these new routes, the airline is offering thousands of super-saving tickets priced only from…
India enhances validity of e-visa to five years
Government of India has decided to extend the validity of e-tourist visa validity to five years from the existing one year. This was announced by Prahlad Singh Patel, tourism minister of…
ANA to launch flight on Narita-Chennai route
All Nippon Airways (ANA) will commence serving a route connecting Tokyo Narita International Airport and Chennai International Airport from 27 October making it the only airline to…
Air India becomes first airline to fly over North Pole
Marking a new milestone, Air India has operated its flight over the North Pole on India’s Independence Day and has become the first Indian airline to operate commercial flights over the…
Dubai airport logs over 41 million passengers in 2019
Dubai International Airport (DXB) welcomed 41.3 million passengers in the first half of 2019, maintaining its position as the world’s largest international airport by traffic volume. The…
Australia and Europe on Vistara’s radar
Vistara, a joint venture between Tata Sons and Singapore Airlines (SIA), is all set to start long-haul international flights to destinations in Europe and Australia next year. The airline…
West Bengal to showcase new face of Kolkata at IATO convention
While playing host to the 35th Indian Association of Tour Operators (IATO) Convention, West Bengal Tourism will attempt to showcase the new face and identity of Kolkata as a hub city and…
Singapore welcomes Vistara’s debut flights
The Singapore Tourism Board (STB) welcomed passengers on board Vistara’s inaugural international flights from Delhi and Mumbai with a taste of Singaporean hospitality, this week. The…
Ethiopian adds Bengaluru in network
African aviation group Ethiopian Airlines has announced that it will start passenger flights to Bengaluru from 27 October this year.
Commenting on the upcoming services, Tewolde…
Air India and Fiji Airways ink codeshare pact
Fiji Airways and Air India have entered into a pact, which will provide convenient connections between three cities of India - Delhi, Mumbai and Chennai and the South Pacific nation. The…
10 Indian monuments to remain open all day
Visitors to Humayun’s Tomb will soon be able to spend time in the sprawling garden complex housing the monument until 9pm, one of 10 historic sites to now open late.
The 16th century…
IndiGo to enter Vietnam, expand in China
After rapidly expanding its presence in Asia, Europe and the Middle East, IndiGo plans to add destinations such as Hanoi and Chengdu to its flight schedule from September quarter…
Yangon and Dhaka on Indigo route now
IndiGo has announced two new international routes — Delhi-Dhaka (Bangladesh) and Kolkata-Yangon (Myanmar). While the Kolkata-Yangon daily will start from 20 September, the Delhi-Dhaka…
India needs winning strategy to become global aviation hub
Ajay Singh, chairman and managing director of SpiceJet has said the stakeholders of the Indian aviation industry and the government need to sit together and formulate a winning strategy…
Air Canada to resume full India schedule
Air Canada announced it will resume its daily, non-stop Toronto-Delhi flights on 1 October (eastbound) and 3 October (westbound).
“We now resume our daily, non-stop Toronto-Delhi…
Lufthansa encourages Indian travellers to “uncover a version of themselves that they didn’t know existed”
Lufthansa Group announced an extension of its #LifeChangingPlaces campaign -- designed to unite travellers to “celebrate the transformative impact of travel” as well as to inspire Indians to…
People-to-people relationship as vital French-India strategic partnership
Addressing a special gathering to mark the French National Day in the Embassy of France in Delhi, Alexandre Ziegler, ambassador of France to India, said that people-to-people…
Pride Hotels targets 30 hotels by 2022, to launch new brand for millennials
The Pride Group of Hotels is scaling up its operations to focus more on the Pride Hotels and Pride Resorts brands, the group's moderately priced, upscale, full service, business and…
Odisha to draft new tourism policy by next year
With an objective to take tourism in the state to new heights, Odisha Tourism is mulling revamping its tourism policy. According to Vishal Kumar Dev, commissioner-secretary of tourism in…
IndiGo announces flights to Jeddah, Dubai and Kuwait
IndiGo has announced six new flights to the Middle East to enhance international connectivity. Effective from 25 July and 5 August, the airline will launch daily non-stop flights…
Six airports to acquire aircraft recovery kits: DGCA
Perturbed by the partial closure of Mumbai airport for about four days after a SpiceJet aircraft overshot the runway into the mud, leading to the cancellation of hundreds of flights,…
AirAsia India to add nine planes to fleet by end of 2019
AirAsia India has announced plans to strengthen its regional service today. Following the recent grounding of Jet Airways the airline plans to fulfill customer demand for destinations in…
GoAir launches flights on seven new international routes
GoAir has launched flight services on seven new international routes, including three new destinations Bangkok, Dubai and Kuwait, as part of its overseas expansion plans, starting 19…
Jaipur, the pink city, is now a World Heritage site
The Walled City of Jaipur, known for its iconic architectural legacy and vibrant culture, on 6 July made its entry into the UNESCO World Heritage Site list. The announcement was made…
Top 10 value-for-money sleeper train journeys around the world
With train travel steadily gaining more and more steam as one the modes of transport of choice for luxury travellers -- as well as those who just want to try something a little bit out of…
Top six destinations for skill-focused travel
There are many different reasons people choose to travel – whether that’s for a relaxing break, to visit a bucket-list destination, seeing friends and family further afield, or to learn…
British Airways to add more flights on Mumbai-London Heathrow route
British Airways is set to add four additional frequencies on the Mumbai-London Heathrow route from March 2020 to its existing double daily schedule. This will increase the weekly flights…
TCEB’s signature event to go global in 2020
Thailand Convention & Exhibition Bureau (TCEB) after holding country- and region-specific Thailand Incentives & Meetings Exchange (TIME) programme, an annual educational and…
Serbia Tourism bullish on India, partners with Beautiful Planet
Serbia is betting big on the ever-increasing chunk of outbound travellers from India. In a bid to attract this outbound pie of travellers, National Tourism Organisation of Serbia has…
Uzbekistan introduces ‘virtual tours’ facility
Uzbekistan Embassy in Delhi in collaboration with Routern.com, an Indian IT company, has introduced a novel 3-D ‘Virtual Tours’ facility of Uzbekistan for visitors to the embassy. The…
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,…
Destination Riyadh on SpiceJet now
SpiceJet launched eight new non-stop international flights from the country’s busiest metros of Mumbai and Delhi. The airline is the first Indian low-cost carrier (LCC) to connect Mumbai…
74% of frequent travellers see benefits in enrolling in a hotel loyalty program
InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) has undertaken an in-depth consumer survey to better understand the needs and expectations of the road warriors in India. The survey revealed that…
Raining discounts: Vistara celebrates network expansion with monsoon sale
Vistara has announced a significant network expansion with the addition of 62 new flights to and from Mumbai and Delhi. These new flights represent an over 50% increase in the size of…
India to generate more than two million outbound MICE tourists by 2020
The Indian outbound Meetings, Incentives, Conferences and Exhibitions (MICE) tourism market is expected to reach USD 9 billion by 2025, a statement from QnA International, the Dubai…
Nepal Tourism to celebrate Visit Nepal Year in 2020
In order to rediscover its lost glory on the global tourism front after unfortunate mishaps, including the worst earthquake of 2015, Nepal Tourism will be celebrating 2020 as the Visit…
Mauritius bets big on golf travellers from India
To promote Mauritius as a golfing destination, Mauritius Tourism Promotion Authority (MTPA) organised Mauritius Tourism Invitational Golf Tournaments in collaboration with India Golf…
IHCL revolutionising tourism with EarthCheck certification
The Indian Hotels Company Limited (IHCL) has set a global benchmark for environmental sustainability with eight of its hotels achieving Platinum Certification and 60 hotels achieving Gold…
Slovakia unveils Visa application centre in Bengaluru
Now, the Silicon Valley and startup hub of India has more access to Slovakia as the country has unveiled its visa application centre in Bengaluru. The centre in Bengaluru was formally…
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…
KLM to unveil new flights to India as it steps up to fill Jet’s slots
KLM Royal Dutch Airlines will be expanding its network to include Bengaluru. The airline will launch a thrice-weekly direct service from Amsterdam to Bengaluru from 31 October. These…
Travel tech this week: Boat and breakfast, Zip Up Hotels and more
There is never a dull moment in the travel tech sector, new things come up like an app to rent a boat and zip up hotels for cost-conscious hardy travellers. Companies also give back like…
Self-drive from India to US booms
Departing from the usual perception of proximity being a factor when choosing self-drive, a recent survey by Avis India has revealed the US was the most traversed international…
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.
India: An OYO was booked every 0.50 seconds
According to OYO's Summer Booking Index, overall bookings in India have increased by 119% compared to the same period last year (January-March).
Preferred Hotels ‘I Prefer Planner’ rewards MICE planners in APAC
Preferred Hotels & Resorts has launched the 'I Prefer Planner' to incentivise and reward meeting and event planners in the Asia Pacific.
OYO turns up the music with house parties and events in India
India's fast-rising hotel brand OYO has announced the launch of OYO Near You, featuring house parties, wine tastings, comedy shows, workshops and more.
Oyo says konnichiwa
Fresh from receiving a significant investment from Airbnb, Indian unicorn Oyo has struck a joint venture with Softbank Corp. to launch a hotel business in Japan.
Holi 2019: Top 10 Indian destinations to celebrate festival of colours
Often celebrated sharing sweets and colouring the loved ones red, yellow, pink and blue, this festival of colors celebrates the victory of good over evil.
CONNECT: World’s fastest-growing domestic aviation market to triple in 20 years
More than 30 airlines have confirmed their participation at the inaugural CONNECT Middle East, India & Africa, taking place at Dubai World Trade Centre.
Preferred Hotels impacts guest loyalty with the I Prefer Alliance
Preferred Hotels has unveiled the winners of its ‘Preferred Awards of Excellence’ and announced the launch of new loyalty platform the ‘I Prefer Alliance’.
Here are the top destinations for bleisure travel
Tokyo ranks first out of 26 cities in the region for its combination of business and leisure—or bleisure—appeal for travellers.
Special Olympics Summer Games 2019: Travelport “takes action” to promote SSR codes
Travelport has announced its brand new campaign aimed at smoothing the travelling woes of passengers with intellectual disabilities, by putting a spotlight on the DPNA Special Service…
Putting India on the wellness travel map
The PATA Adventure Travel and Responsible Tourism Conference and Mart (ATRTCM) took place in Rishikesh, India from 13-15 February. The travel mart and conference hosted over 130 delegates…
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.
Kayaking through heritage: Conserving Kerala’s backwater settlements
In an effort to raise awareness about this century old settlement, a two-day kayaking expedition is anually organised by local adventure company Jellyfish Watersports in partnership with the…
Egg tarts are set to become an Indian favourite
A usual extension of a work or leisure trip to Hong Kong, Macau has been basking in its glorious shadow for all these years. But it is not too far behind in setting its own identity as a…
The entrepreneurial coach: A train journey through social enterprise in India
A one-of-a-kind journey; the Jagriti Yatra that recently completed its 11th edition; serves the mission of building India through social enterprise.
Cruise news: Wellness cruises, day tripper taxes and more
We have our eyes not just on the road. But also the air and the sea. The cruise news round up is your weekly guide to the must-know in the cruise industry.
Why the Phuket MICE market is about to boom
Phuket’s increasingly prolific MICE market nearly doubled in year-on-year growth in 2017. As revenue for the segment skyrocketed from THB5.9 billion to a record-high THB 10.9 billion (USD…
“Shifting mindsets and creating a winner mentality,” Katerina Giannouka’s first year at Radisson
Following Katerina Giannouka's appointment as Radisson's head-honcho in APAC, the driven executive was thrown in at the deep end with a major company rebrand , overseeing an aggressive…
