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.
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.
Thai AirAsia introduces direct flights to Chennai and Kolkata
AirAsia Thailand introduces two new direct flights from Phuket to Chennai and Kolkata in India.
Peerless Hotel launches Club Eminence, a homage to Kolkata’s rich history and exquisite culture
Nestled in the heart of the historic area of Kolkata, Peerless Hotel is delighted to announce the launch of its Club Eminence Floors embodying the essence of old Calcutta.
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.
Kolkata to raise a toast to Asia’s largest sports and fitness `Kumbh’ through FITEXPO INDIA 2023
Kolkata is gearing up to host one of Asia’s largest sports, fitness and wellness trade Expo through FITEXPO INDIA 2023 (December 1 to 3) at the Biswa Bangla Mela Prangan in Kolkata.
iLEAD sets the stage for sustainable innovation in Kolkata’s Durga Puja
iLEAD, Institute of Leadership, Entrepreneurship And Development, through its Waste Billionaire initiative and in collaboration with Moitreyee Sangha, has unveiled a unique idol created…
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.
Singapore Airlines to temporarily increase seat capacity from Kolkata during Durga Puja holiday period
Singapore Airlines (SIA) is pleased to announce a temporary upgauge of its Boeing 737-8 services to Airbus A350-900 services from 17-20 October 2023, and again on 26 and 27 October 2023.
AATO delegation participates in FMITC Tourism Conclave in Kolkata
A delegation of Andaman Association of Tour Operators (AATO) attended the highly anticipated FMITC Tourism Conclave held at Hotel Hayatt Regency, Kolkata on 02 Jun 23.
Air Arabia Abu Dhabi launches direct flights to Kolkata
The new flights between Abu Dhabi International Airport and Kolkata Airport will operate three times a week, on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays, starting from 15 March, 2023.
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.
Reviving spirit of Bengal renaissance! IHCL opens SeleQtions hotel in Kolkata
Indian Hotels Company (IHCL), announced the opening of Raajkutir, an IHCL SeleQtions hotel in Kolkata, West Bengal
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,…
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…
ITC Royal Bengal: The new luxury address in Kolkata
Now, luxury has a new address in West Bengal as ITC Hotels unveiled its new super-premium luxury hotel in Kolkata – ITC Royal Bengal. Mamata Banerjee, Chief Minister of West Bengal…
IndiGo daily flights between Kolkata-Hong Kong soon
IndiGo is enhancing its point-to-point connectivity with the launch of a daily non-stop flight on the Kolkata-Hong Kong route. Effective from 20 August 2019, IndiGo will operate its…
Carlson Rezidor re-brand and revitalise Park Plaza Kolkata Ballygunge
Park Plaza Kolkata Ballygunge today announced its rebranding to Radisson Kolkata Ballygunge. Located in upscale South Kolkata neighborhood Ballygunge, the hotel is within proximity of the…
Kolkata to get India’s first underwater metro
Kolkata's metro network is being extended under the Hooghly River, making it the first "underwater" metro line in India.
The Times of India reports that the new line will link the…
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.
Antara Cruises launches new routes in the Sundarbans
Antara Cruises, the pioneer in the river cruising is excited to introduce all new enchanting journey into the Sundarbans, the World’s Largest Delta Mangrove Forest and a UNESCO World…
Thrillophilia aligns with PM Modi’s vision of tech-driven experiential travel tourism!
India is on the brink of a tourism revolution, propelled by Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visionary focus on technology and data to elevate experiential travel.
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.
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.
Akasa Air redefines travel experience with industry-first offerings
Akasa Air, is reshaping the aviation landscape through its suite of unique, industry-first offerings that put passengers at the heart of their service, setting new benchmarks for comfort,…
IndiGo codeshares with Japan Airlines
This strategic partnership will enable JAL to expand its connectivity to India initially, while offering IndiGo customers more travel options on JAL’s extensive domestic and international…
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."
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.
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…
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.
Air India introduces ‘Fly Prior’ service
Air India introduced a new ancillary service, ‘Fly Prior’, to provide greater flexibility in travel plans to its guests flying within India.
IndiGo announces eight new flights this winter
IndiGo, India’s preferred airline announces new flights and resumption of operations in its winter schedule to significantly bolster connectivity to East and North-East India.
Thailand surpasses Maldives as the top international honeymoon destination: MMT
MakeMyTrip’s latest report, ‘How India Travels for Honeymoon’, analyses booking data from October 2023 to September 2024, compared to the same period in the preceding year, offering…
Air India and Singapore Airlines Deepen Partnership with 51 New Codeshare Destinations
In a significant move to enhance travel options and connectivity, Air India and Singapore Airlines (SIA) have announced an extensive expansion of their codeshare agreement.
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 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 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…
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…
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…
Aditya Birla Group launches Waarsa, a signature Awadhi restaurant at NCPA
Aditya Birla New Age Hospitality (ABNAH), the hospitality arm of Aditya Birla Group announces the opening of Waarsa, a premium casual dining restaurant serving signature Awadhi food.
Etihad Airways celebrates two decades of connecting India to Abu Dhabi and beyond
Etihad Airways, the national airline of the UAE, is celebrating 20 years of flying to India this month. Etihad launched flights to the commercial capital of India, Mumbai, on the 26…
Akasa Air appoints Sejal Haribhakti Mody as its Chief Human Resources Officer
Akasa Air, India's fastest-growing airline, announced the appointment of Sejal Haribhakti Mody as its Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO), effective September 9, 2024.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
SmartLynx Airlines surpassed one million passengers for the first time, reaching 1.11 million in July 2024
SmartLynx Airlines, a globally acknowledged ACMI (Aircraft, Crew, Maintenance, Insurance), cargo and charter operator, has achieved a new operational milestone, carrying the highest number…
Thai AirAsia introduces direct route to Kathmandu
Thai AirAsia offers a new travel experience with flights to Kathmandu, a city embraced by the Himalayas and home to multiple UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
Akasa Air joins hands with the Bureau of Civil Aviation Security
Akasa Air, India’s fastest-growing airline, pledges its commitment to safety and security by joining hands with the Bureau of Civil Aviation Security (BCAS) to celebrate Aviation Security…
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
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,…
Air India Express announces operations to Dhaka
Continuing its rapid growth, Air India Express announces the expansion of its operations to Dhaka.
Kochi registered the highest increase in occupancy rate in July, growing by 7 pp year-on-year: HVS
This has been indicated by the recently released ‘HVS-ANAROCK Hotels & Hospitality Overview - July 2024’.
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.
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.
Focus on Spiritual and Cruise Tourism in the Indian Union Budget 2024
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman presented the Union Budget 2024 today, with this budget, she is India's only Finance Minister to present seven budgets consecutively.
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.
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.
Antara River Cruises hosts 50 travel agents from the UK to experience a Ganges river cruise on the Antara Ganges Voyager II
Antara River Cruises, pioneers of river cruising in India, recently hosted 50 Agents from the UK on the river ship Antara Ganges Voyager II for 3 nights and 4 days from June 8-11, 2024.
Akasa Air introduces ‘Extra Seat’ option for enhanced passenger comfort and privacy
Akasa Air, India’s most dependable airline, recently introduced its latest offering, 'Extra Seat' enabling a passenger to book an adjacent seat for added privacy and comfort.
Singapore Tourism Board to hold multi-city B2B roadshow in India
Singapore Tourism Board (STB) is set to organise a multi-city B2B roadshow in Chennai, Hyderabad, Kolkata, and Ahmedabad this July.
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…
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.
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…
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.
Apeejay Surrendra Park Hotels Ltd’s FY24 net profit grows to INR 69 Crore, up 43% YoY
Apeejay Surrendra Park Hotels (ASPHL), a player in the hospitality sector renowned for its upscale properties and diverse F&B offerings, announced its financial results for Q4 and…
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.
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.
Cruise Tourism: Madhya Pradesh gets two floating jetties for cruise terminal
To boost cruise tourism in Madhya Pradesh, the Madhya Pradesh Tourism Board has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Inland Waterways Authority of India (IWAI) and the…
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.
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.
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.
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…
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,…
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.
Air India Express Summer Schedule 2024: 25% increase in flights compared to Summer 2023
Air India Express announced a significant network expansion and increased flight frequencies to cater to the anticipated surge in travel demand during the upcoming summer season.
STAAH successfully concludes the Chennai chapter of ‘The Big Connect’ a hospitech conference
STAAH, the New Zealand-based leading hospitality solutions provider partnered with hotels booking platform booking.com, WebBeds, the global marketplace for travel trade and Airpay, the…
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…
Etihad Airways Soars High with Strong Results in 2023
Passenger revenue increased by AED 4 billion (U.S.$1.1 billion) to AED 16.7 billion (U.S.$4.5 billion).
The post Etihad Airways Soars High with Strong Results in 2023 first appeared on…
Floating festivals on Antara River Cruises
This March, celebrate the long weekends of Holi and Easter on the Antara Ganges Voyager : Kolkata – Bandel – Kalna – Mayapur – Guptipara – Fulia – Chandernagore – Kolkata
Etihad Airways announces AED 1.4 billion (USD $ 394 million) operating result for the full year 2023
Etihad Airways announced its results for the full year 2023, recording AED 1.4 billion (U.S.$ 394 million) operating result, driven by AED 4 billion (U.S.$ 1.1 billion) year-on-year growth…
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.
Marking 10 Years of Success, Cygnett Hotels and Resorts unveils ambitious expansion strategy for 2024
Cygnett Hotels and Resorts which aspires to be the most preferred and biggest brand in the midscale hospitality segment in India is now 10 years strong.
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…
Exploring Indian waterways with Antara River Cruises
It was Antara Cruises that introduced travellers to the majestic waterways of India and Bangladesh and having them sail on indigenously designed world-class ships in sustainable luxury while…
Akasa Air adds Doha as the first international destination to its network
Akasa Air, India’s fastest-growing airline announced international operations with the addition of Doha, capital of Qatar, as the first international destination to its rapidly expanding…
Akasa Air launches daily flights connecting Ayodhya with Pune and Delhi
Akasa Air, India’s fastest-growing airline, commenced flights from Ayodhya, operating daily through flights between Pune and Ayodhya via Delhi, with no change of aircraft required.
Turkiye successfully concludes a mega six-city India Roadshow 2024
The Ministry of Culture & Tourism of the Republic of Turkiye and Turkiye Tourism & Promotion Agency recently concluded a highly successful mega six-city India Roadshow 2024.
Akasa Air announces Srinagar as its 20th destination
Akasa Air, India’s fastest-growing airline, announced the addition of Srinagar as the 20th destination to its expanding network.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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…
Step ahead in 2024 with Ramble Worldwide
With the New Year providing the ideal opportunity to formulate some new goals for 2024, start the year on a steady footing by booking one of Ramble new 2024 walking holidays – the ideal way…
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…
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…
Chocolate Hotels Pvt. Ltd., reports 50% increase in room nights post onboarding STAAH as tech partner
STAAH, the leading New Zealand-based hospitality solutions provider, has become a game changer for Chocolate Hotels Pvt. Ltd.
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…
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
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…
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.
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.
Ramblers Walking Holidays explores new horizons as ‘Ramble Worldwide’
Two of the favourite names in walking holidays, Ramblers Walking Holidays and Adagio have come together under the new brand ‘Ramble Worldwide’
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…
IndiGo commences operations from Jharsuguda, it’s 84th destination
IndiGo, India’s preferred carrier, has launched operations to and from Jharsuguda, often referred to as the 'powerhouse of Odisha.'
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.
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…
IndiGo welcomes Jharsuguda as the 84th destination in its network
IndiGo is delighted to announce upcoming connectivity to and from Jharsuguda, also known as the ‘powerhouse of Odisha’.
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…
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 …
‘Storii by ITC hotels’ expands its presence to West Bengal
ITC’s Hotel Group announced the signing of its first Storii property in Kolkata, West Bengal.
DS Group to infuse over INR 500 Cr to expand its current Hospitality portfolio
Dharampal Satyapal Group is set to significantly expand its presence in the hospitality sector with an investment of over INR 500 crores
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…
Etihad Airways Launches Three New Routes
Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, has delivered on its pledge of expansion and enhanced connectivity by launching service to three major destinations.…
IndiGo commences operations between Delhi-Itanagar
IndiGo, India’s leading carrier, has commenced exclusive direct flights between Delhi and Itanagar, effective October 2, 2023.
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…
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…
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…
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…
Super OYO tagged hotels increase 5X to reach 1000; OYO to end FY24 with 1500 Super OYOs
Global hospitality technology company, OYO, announced that its ‘Super OYO’ tagged hotels have surpassed 1000 mark, spread across over 140 cities in India.
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.
Research reveals what 10 popular tourist destinations could look like in 2050 due to the impact of climate change
DiscoverCars.com worked with an environmental specialist to determine the potential changes to destinations and road conditions within the next 27 years.
SOTC Travel sets its sights on growing demand for festive travel in West Bengal
SOTC Travel’s consumer data reveals high travel intent especially during the festive season– across multiple segments driven by multigenerational families.
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.
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…
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.
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…
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
Next in line for Antara Ganga Vilas: specially crafted short-segment cruising itineraries
Post the successful debut of Antara Ganga Vilas with the world's longest river journey, the ship will set sail on shorter 3-4 days cruising segments.
Dusit International held two-city ‘China Roadshow’ in Beijing and Shanghai
Dusit International presented its expanding portfolio of Dusit Hotels and Resorts in China and beyond as part of a two-city ‘China Roadshow’ for leading trade and media partners, which took…
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.
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.
Emirates to offer Premium Economy on routes to India from October
Emirates announced that its highly sought-after Premium Economy offering will be available to customers flying to and from Mumbai and Bengaluru, starting 29 October.
Akasa Air introduces ‘Monsoon Bonanza’
Akasa Air, India’s newest airline, announced a special Monsoon Bonanza sale across its network, offering travellers a chance to book their upcoming travel at attractive fares.
Etihad’s New 787 Dreamliner Seats Unveiled At Arabian Travel Market
Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, is showcasing a suite of new products and enhancements at the Arabian Travel Market in Dubai this week. The airline…
Dusit International showcases portfolio at ATM
Dusit International, one of Thailand’s leading hotel and property development companies, will showcase its expanding portfolio of international properties – including its first hotels in…
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…
‘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.
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…
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…
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…
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.
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…
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…
STAAH launches e-book to empower hotels to drive direct bookings
With the impact of COVID-19, trust has become a crucial factor for travellers when booking hotel stays. As a result, many travellers are now preferring to book directly rather than using…
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 …
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
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.
jüSTa Hotels & Resorts to host the 5th edition of its international art residency ‘Chitrashaala’
Homegrown luxury boutique hotel group jüSTa Hotels & Resorts will host the 5th edition of its international art residency ‘Chitrashaala’ at the jüSTa Mukteshwar Retreat and Spa from 2nd …
World’s longest river cruise ‘MV Ganga Vilas’ flagged off in Varanasi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi flagged off the world’s longest river cruise, MV Ganga Vilas in Varanasi. MV Ganga Vilas will begin its journey from Varanasi, PM Modi’s constituency, and sail…
OYO had 4.5 lakh bookings on New Year Eve, says founder Ritesh Agarwal
In a series of tweets during New Year's Eve 2022, Ritesh Agarwal, Founder & Group CEO of OYO spoke about the “busiest day of the year” for the travel technology company.
The Bhawanipur House reminisces the ‘adda’
A heritage bungalow-turned-café, The Bhawanipur House (TBH) is designed to transfer you a century behind whilst you relish the delicate, choicest coffees, teas, savories, and more.
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.
APT launches 2023/24 Faraway Collection, featuring Japan and India
APT & Travelmarvel has launched its 2023/24 Faraway Collection of river cruise and touring itineraries.
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.
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…
Now fly Mumbai to Arunachal Pradesh with IndiGo
IndiGo will commence flights between Mumbai-Kolkata-Hollongi effective 28 November 2022, from Donyi Polo Airport in Itanagar (Hollongi).
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…
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
Thailand renews visa processing with VFS Global in India
The Thailand government has renewed its pan-India visa processing mandate with VFS Global.
ASPHL signs Zone by The Park Digha, West Bengal
Apeejay Surrendra Park Hotels Limited (ASPHL) has announced the signing of Zone by The Park Digha, West Bengal.
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.
Prayagraj airport to be made into international facility: Maurya
Uttar Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Keshav Prasad Maurya says Prayagraj has huge tourism potential.
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…
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.
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.
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
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
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
Deoghar Airport unveiled in Jharkhand
As a key step to provide direct connectivity to Baba Baidyanath Dham, the Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the much-awaited newly-built Deoghar Airport
DGCA delivers notice to SpiceJet over series of snags
The show-cause notice by the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) comes after a spate of air safety incidents reported by SpiceJet flights
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
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
Report of the Skal Asia President at the 51st AGM SIAA
Report of the Asia President at the 51st AGM SIAA
4th June 2022
Andrew J Wood
Pictured:
SKAL ASIA President Andrew J Wood addressing delegates at the recent virtual AGM in the…
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
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…
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
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
AirAsia resumes flights between India, Malaysia and Thailand
AirAsia said it is resuming flights connecting India with Malaysia and Thailand from this month.
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
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
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
Apeejay Surrendra Park Hotels spreads wings in Central India
Apeejay Surrendra Park Hotels brings its newest hotel THE Park Indore to the financial capital of Madhya Pradesh
68% of Indians plan to travel domestic in 2022, Agoda India-genous travel survey reveals
Travel optimism is back for Indians in 2022, after months of start-stop travel restrictions the travel and hospitality industry has to be agile to capture this pent-up demand
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 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…
IndiGo strengthens domestic network, adds 12 new flights
IndiGo has added 12 new connections to strengthen domestic network and cater to the increased demand and improve accessibility between metro and tier 2/3 cities
SpiceJet to launch 28 new domestic flights from 31 October
SpiceJet will launch 28 multiple new non-stop domestic flights across the country from 31 October onwards
Six air routes launched to boost connectivity of Northeast India
The routes commencing operations are Kolkata – Guwahati, Guwahati – Aizawl, Aizawl – Shillong, Shillong – Aizawl, Aizawl – Guwahati, and Guwahati – Kolkata.
Pride Hotels open doors in Mussoorie
Pride Group has launched Pride Ashiyana Resort Mussoorie strategically located on the Mall Road and Camel’s Back Road
VFS resumes UAE tourist visa services for Indian travellers
VFS Global has resumed UAE tourist visa services for Indians
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.
What is steering yacht tourism in India in the post-pandemic lockdown season
Increasing awareness of yacht chartering and recharging of human battery post pandemic lockdown are driving the growth of yacht tourism in India
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…
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…
India’s hospitality industry sees 53% decline in 2020
According to JLL’s Hotel Momentum India (HMI) Q3 2020, India’s hospitality industry has witnessed decline of 52.8% in Revenue Per Available Room (RevPAR) during January to September 2020…
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
Talk Travel Asia podcast – Season 3 Launches!
June 1 2020 saw the launch of Season 3 of Talk Travel Asia podcast. With more than 100 episodes available for travel enthusiasts to explore Asia, hosts, National Geographic Cambodia…
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…
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…
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…
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…
Yangon airport handled 6.5 million passengers in 2019
Yangon Aerodrome Company (YACL), the airport management company of Yangon International Airport (YIA), announced that the main aviation gateway of Myanmar closed 2019 with a record high…
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…
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…
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…
IndiGo inaugurates flights to Ho Chi Minh City
IndiGo has commenced operations to Ho Chi Minh City (HCMC or Saigon) from Kolkata. The airline inaugurated the first direct flight on Kolkata-Ho Chi Minh City route, making Ho Chi Minh…
THAI Smile flies to Ahmedabad
THAI Smile will introduce direct flights to from Bangkok to Ahmedabad effective from 29 October. Based in Bangkok’s Suvarnabhumi Airport, the new service gives the airline seven…
Zone by The Park signs first resort in North East
Apeejay Surrendra Park Hotels has signed its upscale social catalyst brand, Zone by The Park, at Dimapur in Nagaland. It is the eleventh property of Zone by The Park and the very first…
Myanmar Airways makes Seoul its 10th destination
Myanmar Airways International has confirmed it will introduce a new nonstop service from its Yangon base to Seoul in South Korea this December. The airline, which has strong links with…
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…
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…
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…
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…
Dubai Tourism conducts three-city India roadshow
In order to strengthen relationships with travel agents and tour operators, to boost Indian arrivals to Dubai as part of the 2019 marketing strategy, the Department of Tourism and…
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…
Singapore Tourism Board hosts 8-city road show
Singapore Tourism recently organised roadshows in eight cities to woo visitors from India. The Singapore Tourism Board (STB) brought together 45 tourism stakeholders in Trivandrum,…
IndiGo flags off six new flights to enhance regional connectivity
IndiGo has commenced operations on six new connections including four Regional Connectivity Scheme (RCS) routes Kolkata-Prayagraj, Prayagraj-Kolkata, Raipur-Prayagraj and…
IndiGo to start 12 regional flights on Buddhist circuit
IndiGo will introduce 12 regional flights on the Buddhist circuit, which would include daily non-stop flights between Kolkata, Gaya and Varanasi.
Starting 8 August, IndiGo will…
SpiceJet to launch Guwahati-Dhaka flights
SpiceJet will launch Guwahati-Dhaka flight under the International Air Connectivity Scheme (IACS) from 1 July. In addition, the airline has launched 14 direct flights connecting metros…
Marriott’s APAC luxury portfolio to grow in 2019
Marriott International has announced strong growth of its APAC luxury portfolio with 13 new luxury properties projected to open in 2019.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Enlightened travel: AirAsia connects Bangkok to Indian holy city
AirAsia has announced it is stepping up its Indian coverage with the launch of a new service from Thai capital, Bangkok to the holy city of Gaya in the northeast Indian state of Bihar.
City Vibes: OYO to redesign facades of 1000+ hotels in India
OYO, South Asia’s largest and one of the world’s fastest growing hotel chains, has announced that it’s refreshing its hotels through the new City Vibes campaign.
Jet Airways takes fleet upgrade to the MAX
Popular Indian airlines, Jet Airways, has unveiled its fifth new Boeing 737 MAX this week, as part of a upgrade project, necessary to modernise the company’s fleet and enhance passengers…
Now open: Holiday Inn Express comes to India’s business hub Gurugram
InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG), one of the world’s leading hotel companies, inaugurated the Holiday Inn Express Gurgaon Sector 50, the first Holiday Inn Express hotel in Gurugram,…
India’s Vistara partners with British Airways
British Airways and Indian domestic carrier, Vistara, announced a new partnership that will open up more routes between London and India.
India on track to be the third largest aviation market by 2025
Qatar Airways' group chief executive, Akbar Al Baker, agrees that India is on track to become the third largest global aviation market by 2025 when he addressed the key leaders in the…
Travel Tours expands reach in India, launches first retail store in Coimbatore
Travel Tours, the flagship leisure travel brand of FCM Travel Solutions, Indian subsidiary of Flight Centre Travel Group Australia, opened its first retail store at one of India's smart…
Singapore sees a 17% year-on-year increase in tourists from India
A popular overseas destinations, Singapore is a hot favourite with Indians. No wonder that it received over half a million visitors from India just between January to May 2018, reporting a…
Indian budget hotel IndiSmart endorses RateTiger for online distribution
Kolkata-based IndiSmart Hotel has endorsed RateTiger for simplifying online distribution. The property has been using eRevMax’s cloud-based Channel Manager and Shopper for managing their…
Jet Airways to launch first direct connection from Mumbai to Manchester
Opening up travel between India and the North of England, with its latest direct connection to Manchester, Jet Airways will become the largest carrier between the UK and Mumbai.
Sustainable tourism: What Indian millennials demand in travel
India-based Cox & Kings, one of the oldest travel companies in the world, has released research on how Indian millennials demand sustainable tourism and its perception of green holidays.
Pandaw promises never a dull moment on new cruise along the Hooghly
Pandaw, the self-styled ‘pioneer of boutique river expeditions’ in SE Asia has released details of its new week long odyssey on the Lower Ganges, ready to raise its sails at the end of 2018.
Wyndham Hotel Group continues growth in EMEA
Wyndham Hotel Group has continued to expand its footprint across Europe, the Middle East, Africa and Eurasia (EMEA) with a number of openings throughout 2017, bringing the total number of…
The new Indian wayfarer: young, digital, globetrotting
India remains a favourite of global travellers for its natural beauty and impressive architecture. So how do we explain the recent trend of Indian vacationers going to faraway continents…
Hyderabad gives Indian medical tourism a shot in the arm
In view of a massive rise in the number of medical tourists visiting Hyderabad every year, the city is all set to launch a facilitation centre in January 2018. The centre will be launched by…
Hong Kong Tourism Board hosts India travel mission
Targetting growth in the leisure and MICE segments from India, Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB) recently organised its annual travel mission in India from August 21 to 25 covering four key…
Johor Bahru gets first direct link to India
Johor Bahru, the Malaysian city that neighbours Singapore, will get its first direct air link to India later this year.
AirAsia will continue to expand its international network from…
7.4% growth in Foreign Tourist Arrivals in July 2017
On the basis of nationality-wise, port-wise data received from Bureau of Immigration (BOI), the Ministry of Tourism (MoT) in India has revealed the number of Foreign Tourist Arrivals (FTAs)…
Thailand witnesses 15% surge in Indian tourists
Thailand has registered a 15% growth in Indian tourist arrivals in the first half of 2017, thanks to more direct flights from various Indian destinations. India is ranked sixth in terms of…
Thai AirAsia plans Indian double
Thai AirAsia will significantly boost its Indian network next month with the launch of two new routes.
The Bangkok-based low-cost carrier will kick off its expansion on 28 September…
Face-to-Face: Christopher Holschier
This week, Deutsche Hospitality's Director of Corporate Communications, Christopher Holschier, chats to Travel Daily about his company's expansion plans in Asia...
Q) Deutsche…
THAI aims to drive Indian traffic
Thai Airways International recently hosted an event in Bangkok aimed at driving more passenger traffic on its routes to India.
The national carrier's executives welcomed travel agents,…
Jet Airways adds to London-Mumbai service
Jet Airways has announced the introduction of its third, non-stop, daily service between London Heathrow and Mumbai.
Beginning October 2017, as part of the airline’s winter schedule, the…
Etihad adds more capacity in Kerala
Etihad Airways is marking 10 years of flying to Kerala with the addition of more flights to the southern Indian state.
The Abu Dhabi-based airline has launched a fourth daily flight to…
Asian air route updates: new flights from Hainan Airlines, AirAsia India, Cebgo and more…
Top Asian beach resorts get first direct link
Where? Sanya (China) to U-Tapao (Thailand)
When? Three times a week, effective immediately
Who? Hainan Airlines
Why? Providing the first…
Greatest Train Journeys on Earth
There is nothing more romantic than riding the rails. But not just any rails: We’re not talking about the commuter train to the London suburbs or the Amtrak between D.C. and New York. No,…
IHG boosts Indian portfolio with multiple deals
InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) has expanded its collection of Holiday Inn and Holiday Inn Express hotels in India, with the opening of one property and the signing of three more.…
SpiceJet adds new country to route map
SpiceJet has launched flights to its seventh international destination: Dhaka, the capital of Bangladesh.
The new short, cross-border hop between Kolkata and Dhaka commenced on 23…
SIA coordinates Indian operations
Singapore Airlines has improved connectivity between India and Singapore, by forming a codeshare partnership between three of its carriers - SIA, SilkAir and Vistara.
Under the new…
Bangladesh welcomes first ever international cruise ship
Silversea made history recently by operating the first ever port call to Bangladesh by an international cruise line.
The luxury cruise line’s Silver Discoverer expedition ship visited…
Asian air route updates: Air China, Thai Smile, SpiceJet and more
SpiceJet links South Asian mega-cities
Where? Kolkata (India) to Dhaka (Bangladesh)
When? Daily, effective 23 March 2017
Who? SpiceJet
Why? Low-cost carrier creates a short…
Asian airport traffic jumped 9% in 2016
Airports in the Asia Pacific region experienced strong traffic growth in 2016.
The full-year data from Airports Council International (ACI), which was released this week, reveals a 9%…
Vistara adds island flights
Vistara has announced plans to launch a series of new connections to India's Andaman & Nicobar Islands.
The carrier already operates flights from Kolkata to the islands' capital,…
SIA expands in Ahmedabad
Singapore Airlines will expand its Indian operations next month with the launch of an additional flight to Ahmedabad.
Effective 26 March 2017, the national carrier will launch a…
New Indian airline prepares for launch
India's skies will welcome a new airline next week, when Delhi-based Zoom Air launches its inaugural flight.
IANS reports that the carrier received its Air Operator's Certificate…
IndiGo boosts Singapore, domestic flights
IndiGo, the Indian low-cost carrier, has unveiled plans to add a series of new domestic services this month.
On 16 February 2017, the airline will double the frequency of its…
Philippines turns to India for tourism boost
The Philippines' Department of Tourism (DOT) headed to India this month to undertake a four-city tourism roadshow.
A delegation from the Southeast Asia country, which included hotels and…
