Mumbai Airport Introduces New ‘Taxiway Z’
Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (CSMIA) is proving to be the frontrunner in its commitment to innovation and operational excellence with a first-of-its-kind commissioning…
Mumbai International Airport recognised with Platinum Rating at ACI’s Green Airports Recognition (GAR) Programme 2023
Mumbai’s Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (CSMIA) attains the prestigious Platinum Rating in the esteemed Green Airports Recognition (GAR) Programme 2023 in ‘over 35 million…
Marriott Bonvoy opens its third property ‘Marriott Executive Apartments’ in Navi Mumbai
Marriott Executive Apartments, part of Marriott Bonvoy’s portfolio of 30 leading brands, announces the launch of its apartment-style accommodations with Marriott Executive Apartments, Navi…
Mumbai International Airport offers ‘Summer Shopping Carnival’
As the warm summer breeze sweeps through the city, Mumbai's Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (CSMIA) is all set to welcome passengers with open arms and an array of…
Take a tour of Mumbai like Hollywood stars!
Have you ever wondered how it feels to explore Mumbai like Hollywood stars Gigi Hadid, Zendaya, and Tom Holland did during their recent visit to the city? No Footprints, the boutique …
Mumbai’s CSMIA celebrates Earth Hour 2023, illuminating the path for Sustainable Aviation
Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International airport (CSMIA) celebrated Earth Hour 2023, an initiative by World Wildlife Fund (WWF), the largest global grassroots movement for the environment.
Now fly Vistara direct Mumbai to Mauritius
Vistara has started direct, 5x weekly flights between Mumbai and Mauritius. Mauritius is the 15th international destination, and the first in Africa, that Vistara has added to its growing…
Ossiano, Dubai’s iconic underwater restaurant brings its delicious wave to Mumbai
Ossiano, a signature restaurant at the iconic Atlantis, the Palm Dubai is bringing their awe- inspiring menu to the shores of Mumbai.
Faster connections and direct access at Mumbai International Airport
Enhancing passenger’s travel experience, Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (CSMIA) introduced new facility that allows for ease in transfer for passengers with connecting…
TAT Mumbai partners with Uber India
The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) Mumbai Office has partnered with Uber India to promote the ‘Amazing Thailand Festival 2023’ to be held from 24-26 March, 2023 at Jio World Garden, BKC…
SOTC Travel expands retail network in Mumbai
On the occasion of National Tourism Day, SOTC Travel, a leading omnichannel travel and Tourism Company inaugurated its new retail store in Andheri West.
45 Electric Vehicles introduced at Mumbai International Airport
Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (CSMIA), a front runner in driving sustainable aviation practices in the country, announced that it has introduced its first batch of…
SOTC Travel expands retail network in Mumbai
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On the occasion of National Tourism Day, SOTC Travel, a leading omnichannel travel and Tourism Company…
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.
Courtyard by Marriott Navi Mumbai opens with 105 keys
Courtyard by Marriott, part of Marriott Bonvoy’s extraordinary portfolio of 30 hotel brands announced the opening of Courtyard by Marriott Navi Mumbai, in the business hub of Navi Mumbai.
Qatar Airways’ Doha-Jakarta flight diverted to Mumbai due to technical snag
A Qatar Airways flight travelling from Doha to Jakarta in Indonesia was diverted to Mumbai due to a technical snag on Wednesday.
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…
Mumbai’s CSMIA sets up Electric Vehicle Fast charging stations
Mumbai’s Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (CSMIA) has installed six robust DC fast EV charging stations at Terminal 1 & 2.
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.
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).
Mumbai airport unveils renovated GA terminal facility for private jets
Starting 1st November 2022, Mumbai International Airport has launched the all-new, renovated General Aviation terminal facility, exclusively for private jets.
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.
Fly direct from Mumbai to Istanbul with IndiGo from 1 Jan
IndiGo, has announced the launch of direct flight between Mumbai-Istanbul starting 1 January 2023. These new routes and additional frequencies will enhance international connectivity between…
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.
Now fly direct with flynas from Riyadh and Dammam to Mumbai from 20 Oct
flynas, the Saudi carrier has announced the launch of weekly direct flights from Riyadh and Dammam to Mumbai, starting from 20 October 2022.
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.
Vistara begins nonstop flights from Mumbai to Abu Dhabi
Vistara has launched its inaugural flight between Mumbai's Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (BOM) and Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH).
Cordelia cruises returns to its homeport Mumbai
After having successfully completed sailings along the East Coast of India, Cordelia Cruises returns to its homeport of Mumbai on 29 September 2022.
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…
Mumbai CSMIA’S holds bomb threat drill
’Passenger Safety is of Utmost Importance’, confirms Mumbai’s Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (CSMIA) with its simulated, emergency-response, mock drill organised at the…
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.
Vistara to fly twice daily direct Mumbai- Jaipur from 30 Sept
Vistara, India’s full-service carrier, has added Jaipur (Rajasthan) to its domestic network with direct connectivity to and from Mumbai, starting 30 September 2022.
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.
Vistara to fly Mumbai to Abu Dhabi direct from 1 October
The airline will operate daily flights between the two cities using its A320neo aircraft.
Hyatt Centric opens in Mumbai, Maharashtra
The hotel marks the entry of the Hyatt Centric brand in Maharashtra, is the 37th Hyatt hotel in India. It offers 60 rooms with views of the Arabian Sea and 2,152 square feet of event space.
Spend family time at JW Marriott Mumbai Sahar
JW Marriott Mumbai Sahar has crafted an exclusive staycation package titled ‘Family Getaway’ for families to enjoy themselves in luxury.
Mumbai International Airport initiates a joyflight for cancer patients
27 young cancer patients were treated to a special flight from Mumbai’s Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (CSMIA).
Indigo to fly direct from Mumbai to Ras Al-Khaimah from September
Ras Al-Khaimah to be IndiGo’s 100th destination in 6E network. The airline will commence new direct flights between Mumbai and Ras Al-Khaimah, from 22 September 2022
Central Railway to make vistadome coaches popular on Mumbai-Goa route
The Central Railway is planning to increase the popularity of the wider view vistadome train coaches in the picturesque Mumbai-Goa Konkan belt
Tourism Authority of Thailand, Mumbai gets Isada Saovaros as new head
Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) has appointed Isada Saovaros as the Director of the Tourism Authority of Thailand Mumbai Office, effective 1 August
India’s newest airline Akasa Air takes off with Mumbai-Ahmedabad flight
Civil aviation minister Jyotiraditya Scindia virtually flagged off Akasa Air’s first commercial flight, which departed from Mumbai for Ahmedabad
Marriott debuts Fairfield By Marriott brand in Mumbai
Fairfield by Marriott, part of Marriott Bonvoy’s portfolio of 30 extraordinary brands, announced the opening of Fairfield by Marriott Mumbai International Airport, marking its debut in…
Vistara launches Mumbai-Jeddah route
Vistara, the joint venture of Tata group and Singapore Airlines, has inaugurated non-stop flights between Jeddah in Saudi Arabia and Mumbai
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…
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
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
Mumbai airport unveils vertical axis wind turbine and solar PV system
Mumbai airport has introduced this pilot programme to ensure 24/7 energy generation, harnessing maximum energy through wind power systems, while enabling highly efficient and low carbon…
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
Mumbai unveils free inter-terminal coach transfers for passengers
With a commitment to continue to provide an enhanced travel experience, Mumbai’s Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (CSMIA) has commenced the much-awaited Inter-terminal Coach…
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
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
New Ginger hotel by an all-woman engineering team in Mumbai
Committed towards driving women empowerment and creating an equitable workplace across industries, Indian Hotels has collaborated with TATA Projects for the construction of the new Ginger…
With no funds for salaries, Hyatt shuts Mumbai hotel
One of Mumbai’s best known 5-star hotels, The Hyatt Regency, is set to shut down until further notice
Air India’s London-Mumbai flights from 17 May
Air India has informed that it will operate flights from London Heathrow to Mumbai from 17 May, keeping in view of the COVID-19 pandemic situation
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
New guidelines: No quarantine needed for international travellers in Mumbai if vaccinated
International passengers from the UK, Europe, Middle East, South Africa and Brazil will no longer have to undergo the mandatory week-long institutional quarantine on arrival in Mumbai if…
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…
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
Marriott Bonvoy and Mumbai Indians gets fans closer to the cricket action
Marriott Bonvoy and the Mumbai Indians, the most successful brand in T20 cricket announced a multi-year agreement, giving its members, the travel programme from Marriott International,…
Mumbai Airport initiates smartphone check-in
Mumbai’s Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport has introduced nearly 50 SITA mobile-enabled kiosks becoming one of the first airports in India to deliver a contactless flight…
Marriott inks pact with Mumbai Indians
Marriott International and the Mumbai Indians, internationally recognised brand of the Indian premier League (IPL) including 2019 season champion have announced a multi-year partnership.…
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…
IHCL’s flagship Ginger to come up near Mumbai Airport
Indian Hotels Company (IHCL) has announced an upcoming project of a 371-room flagship Ginger near Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport Mumbai. This will be one of the…
Genting’s biggest luxury ship to call on Mumbai during maiden voyage
Michael Goh, president of Dream Cruises, along with Naresh Rawal, Vice President – Sales & Marketing, India & South Asia, Genting Cruise Lines announced the proposed launch of…
Macao celebrates 20th anniversary in Mumbai
Macao is fast becoming Asia’s favourite city, best known for being the city of duality and blended mix of Portuguese and Chinese culture. To celebrate the 20th anniversary of the…
Delta resumes Mumbai-New York flight after a decade
Atlanta-based Delta Air Lines has resumed its non-stop flight services from Mumbai to New York, starting 24 December, almost a decade after it discontinued the route due to the stiff…
Vistara to start Mumbai-Colombo service
Vistara, a full-service carrier and a joint venture of Tata Sons and Singapore Airlines, has announced a six-time-a-week (except Wednesdays) direct service to Colombo, Sri Lanka from…
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…
V.R. Costa Brava hosts first travel trade meet in Mumbai
V.R. Costa Brava, a destination management company specialising in the Costa Brava region of Spain hosted their maiden networking event for the travel trade fraternity in Mumbai at Su…
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…
Taiwan Tourism gets on track with Mumbai Metro
The Taiwan Tourism Bureau (TTB) has partnered with the Mumbai Metro, a rapid transit system serving Mumbai, and the wider metropolitan region, to expand awareness of Taiwan as a…
Lights, camera, action! TAT Mumbai hosts ASEAN-Indian Film Festival
The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT), Mumbai in cooperation with the tourism boards of the ASEAN countries and India, inaugurated a three-day film festival at the National Museum of…
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…
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,…
Odisha Tourism showcases offerings in Mumbai
As Odisha gears up to promote itself vigorously, J. P. Panigrahi, tourism minister of Odisha led a delegation at a roadshow organised by Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and…
SpiceJet flags off daily direct Durgapur-Mumbai flight
SpiceJet has flagged off a daily direct flight on the Durgapur-Mumbai route, under the regional connectivity scheme, UDAN. The under-served market of Durgapur, is the airline’s 13th …
Air India raises JFK International-Mumbai connection to ten flights a week
Air India has revealed it has boosted its connections to the United States this week by announcing the introduction of three new non-stop flights covering the JFK International to Mumbai…
Jet Airways to increase frequency of new Mumbai-Manchester connection
Jet Airways India has increased the frequency on its new direct Manchester to Mumbai service, even before the first plane has even taken off.
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.
APAC’s largest travel trade show OTM begins in Mumbai
OTM, the largest travel trade show in the Asia Pacific region, began yesterday. The three day event is being held at Bombay Exhibition Centre in Mumbai. The event was inaugurated in the…
Preferred adds Chedi Mumbai as 30th Indian hotel
Preferred Hotels & Resorts has entered into a partnership with Singapore-based hotel group GHM to represent The Chedi Mumbai, as part of its Lifestyle Collection.
Scheduled to…
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…
Mumbai rolls out welcome mat for Japanese tourists
A new agreement has been signed that will aim to position Mumbai as a "holiday gateway to India" for Japanese tourists.
The deal, signed between the Maharashtra Tourism Development…
India speeds up Delhi-Mumbai rail plan
The Indian government is accelerating its plan to speed up the key Delhi-Mumbai railway line, by ordering a new high-speed train that can operate on the existing tracks.
The Economic…
Etihad Airways and Magic Bus reach out to Mumbai community
Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, has partnered once again with the community development charity Magic Bus on its mission to support children and youth in…
Switzerland’s Rhätische Bahn woos Mumbai travel trade
Rhätische Bahn, which operates Switzerland's largest network of private railways, recently held a dinner for the travel trade in Mumbai.
The exclusive event gathered 35 of the…
Delhi-Mumbai trains to speed up
The speed of trains on the main railway line connecting Delhi and Mumbai will be increased to 160kph in future.
The Economic Times reported India's Ministry of Railways as saying that…
flydubai celebrates its 2nd anniversary in Mumbai
Dubai-based flydubai has marked the second anniversary of its service between Mumbai's Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport and Dubai International's Terminal 2.
Launched in…
Brussels Airlines to fly to Mumbai
Lufthansa has revealed that Brussels Airlines will start flying to India next year.
The German carrier recently approved the full acquisition of Belgium's largest airline, which is…
Air Canada to fly Dreamliner direct to Mumbai
Air Canada has unveiled plans to expand its operations in India with the launch of a new direct service connecting Toronto with Mumbai.
Commencing on 1 July 2017, the national carrier…
Cox & Kings cleans up the beach in Mumbai
Cox & Kings recently undertook a major beach cleaning exercise in Mumbai.
In an effort to create awareness and to preserve the beauty of one of India's most popular beaches, the…
Many missing in Mumbai-Goa bridge collapse
At least 20 people are missing after a bridge collapsed on the main Mumbai-Goa highway last night, sending two buses plunging into the Savitri River.
The Times of India reports that…
Jet Airways adds Mumbai-Singapore capacity
Jet Airways will increase capacity on its Mumbai-Singapore route next month, with the deployment of a larger aircraft.
Effective 1 June 2016, the Indian carrier will start deploying…
Etihad Airways celebrates A380 Mumbai launch
Etihad Airways marked its A380 entry into Mumbai with a Bollywood-style flash mob.
The show was choreographed by Terrence Lewis as well as saw cabin crew from Etihad Airways and…
Cox & Kings opens new store in Mumbai
Cox & Kings has launched a new franchise store in Mumbai.
Located at near the Opera House in the centre of the city, the new office was inaugurated by Champalal Vardhan, chairman…
Venue change for SATTE Mumbai
This year’s SATTE Mumbai West event will take place at the Bombay Convention & Exhibition Centre (BCEC), UBM India has confirmed,
The travel trade show, which is now in its fifth…
Singapore Airlines adds more Mumbai flights
Singapore Airlines has announced the addition of four weekly flights between Mumbai and Singapore, taking its total frequency on the route to 18 flights per week.
From 21 April to…
Regus to open business centre at Mumbai Airport
Regus has announced that it will soon open a new drop-in business centre at Mumbai Airport’s Terminal 2.
The Regus Express hub will be located in the common arrivals hall and will…
GoAir moves Mumbai operations
GoAir has relocated its operations at Mumbai’s Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport from Terminal 1A to Terminal 1B.
With this move, which took place on 15 March, GoAir's entire…
Passenger jet’s landing gear collapses at Mumbai airport
The landing gear of Jet Airways plane collapsed when it touched down at Mumbai Airport on Thursday evening.
All 120 passengers and eight crew members onboard the Delhi-Mumbai flight…
Jet Airways migrates Mumbai domestic ops to T2
Jet Airways will relocate its domestic operations in Mumbai to the new Terminal 2 at Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (CSIA) on 15 March 2016.
The migration to the new…
Garuda plans Mumbai-Bali flights
Garuda Indonesia is planning to launch flights connecting Bali with Mumbai.
According to a report by local news site Radar Bali, the national carrier wants to tap into the large…
New Taj Santacruz opens near Mumbai Airport
Taj Hotels, Resorts & Palaces has opened of a new hotel close to Mumbai’s Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport.
The new Taj Santacruz offers 279 rooms and suites, including…
New helicopter tours offer bird’s eye view of Mumbai
Visitors to Mumbai will now be able to get a bird's eye view of the city, following the launch of new helicopter tours.
The new Heli-Tours were launched this week by Pawan Hans Ltd,…
Indian government approves bids for new Mumbai Airport
The Indian government has approved four bids for the planned Navi Mumbai International Airport.
The Economic Times reports that the country’s Aviation Ministry met with the City and…
Etihad to fly A380 to Mumbai
Etihad Airways will start deploying its largest aircraft, the Airbus A380, on the Abu Dhabi-Mumbai route next year.
Effective 1 May 2016, India’s commercial capital will become the…
Air India relaunches business class on Mumbai route
Air India recently announced its intent to relaunch its business class to Mumbai.
The airline has also launched free baggage allowance of 50 kgs in business class to Mumbai and…
Taj to launch new hotel near Mumbai Airport
Taj Hotels, Resorts & Palaces has unveiled details of a new hotel that will open its doors next month.
Located close to the domestic terminal at Mumbai's Chhatrapati Shivaji…
Mumbai plans “germ-free” metro
Authorities in Mumbai are planning to offer a cleaner experience for travellers on the city's metro network, with a series of initiatives to make the trains "germ-free".
The Economic…
Air India changes terminals at Mumbai
Air India will relocate its domestic operations at Mumbai Airport from Thursday.
The Economic Times reported the airline as saying that its domestic operations will now depart from…
Mumbai hotels soar in August
Hotels in Mumbai experienced strong performance improvements in August 2015.
According to the latest data from STR Global, the city experienced double-digit growth in terms of hotel…
China studies Mumbai-Delhi high-speed rail link
A Chinese company is conducting a feasibility study for a high-speed railway line connecting Delhi and Mumbai.
China's Xinhua news agency reports that a subsidiary of the state-run…
Air Arabia conducts Mumbai road show
In a first of its kind, Air Arabia recently concluded the road show in the northern suburbs of Mumbai – Dombivali.
The event witnessed keen interest from around 30-35 travel agents…
Air China to fly direct to Mumbai
Air China has confirmed plans to launch flights connecting Beijing and Mumbai.
The new direct service will commence on 25 October 2015, operating four times a week. Flights will…
Mumbai Airport trials mobile boarding passes
Mumbai Airport has teamed up with Vistara to trial mobile boarding passes.
Vistara passengers can now receive their boarding pass straight to their mobile device when checking in…
Thomas Cook India expands Mumbai office
Thomas Cook India has unveiled plans to expand its operations in Mumbai, with the acquisition of additional office space.
The company said that its "rapid expansion" had necessitated…
Heavy rainfall affects Mumbai restaurants
The recent heavy downpour in Mumbai has had an adverse effect on the city’s restaurants, as reported by Feonline.
As per a recent statistics, over the weekend, restaurateurs across…
Mumbai deemed most expensive city in India
A recent survey by Mercer’s ‘Cost of Living Survey 2015′ has deemed Mumbai the most expensive city in India and is ranked above Dallas, Frankfurt and Vancouver, as reported in Feonline.…
Korea helps speed up Delhi-Mumbai rail link
South Korea will help India increase the speed of the key railway line between Delhi and Mumbai.
The Economic Times reports that the Korean Rail Road Network (KRNA), a state-run rail…
No new monorail projects for Mumbai
The government of the Indian state of Maharashtra has ruled out any more monorail projects.
The state, which includes the city of Mumbai, had previously outlined plans for a multiple…
JW Marriott arrives at Mumbai Airport
Marriott has continued its expansion in India with the launch of its second luxury JW Marriott hotel in Mumbai.
The JW Marriott Mumbai Sahar is a brand new property located just one…
Jet, Etihad sponsor Mumbai IPL team
Etihad Airways and Jet Airways have become the main sponsors for the Mumbai Indians in the upcoming Indian Premier League (IPL) cricket tournament.
The announcement was made ahead of…
Air Seychelles boosts Mumbai frequencies
In an effort to enhance its service to the Indian continent, Air Seychelles recently announced an expansion of its code share agreement with Etihad Airways for Mumbai.
As per the…
Flydubai launches Dubai-Mumbai services
Dubai-based flydubai celebrated the arrival of its inaugural service to Mumbai on Tuesday.
Operating five days per week, flight FZ445 is scheduled to depart Dubai International…
BCD Travel moves into new Mumbai office
Corporate travel management company BCD Travel has moved into a brand new office in the centre of Mumbai.
Located at Times Square in the Andheri commercial district of the city, the…
Jet Airways to boost Dubai-Mumbai sector
Jet Airways will soon enhance its service from Dubai to Mumbai with introduction of a fifth daily service. The new service will commence effective 14 October 2014 and will further…
Air Seychelles launches direct Mumbai flight
Air Seychelles recently announced the launch of direct flights to Mumbai commencing 2 December 2014. Subject to regulatory approvals, the new three times per week service will be…
Air Seychelles to fly to Mumbai
Air Seychelles has announced plans to launch direct flights to Mumbai.
Commencing on 2 December 2014, the new service will operate three times a week, using a two-class Airbus A320…
Mumbai-Ahmedabad bullet train project gets tracking
Ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's Japan visit, railways is stepping up efforts to concretise the Mumbai-Ahmedabad high speed rail corridor project amid expectation that a way…
First Mumbai-Lonaval seaplane takes off
Seaplane flights between Mumbai and Pavana dam, Lonaval took off for the first time earlier this week.
The new service is operated by Maritime Energy Heli Air Services Pvt Ltd…
flydubai to connect Mumbai
flydubai announced the launch of flights to Mumbai, bringing total number of destinations served by the carrier in India to seven, with 25 flights a week.
In June, flydubai doubled…
Emirates flies A380 to Mumbai
Emirates has commenced its first scheduled Airbus A380 service to India with the launch of a new a service to Mumbai.
The double-decker jet took off from Dubai International Airport…
Mumbai Metro to stretch to Thane, Pune
The Mumbai Metro network will be extended as far as the cities of Thane and Pune, Maharashtra's chief minister has confirmed.
Prithviraj Chavan said on Saturday that the government…
Plans for Mumbai-Goa fast train
Tourism officials have proposed the launch of a new fast train connecting Mumbai with Goa.
The Economic Times reported Union Tourism Minister, Sripad Naik, as saying that he would…
Ritz Carlton announces Mumbai property
The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company has announced its first hotel in Mumbai, and second in India.
The hotel company has signed a long term management agreement with a consortium led by…
Emirates plans A380 flight to Mumbai
Emirates plans to operate the Airbus A380 to Mumbai from July 2014.
“Emirates plans to deploy an A380 on one of its existing daily services between Dubai to Mumbai, starting from July…
Air India adds Mumbai-Bhuj
Air India will add Bhuj, Gujarat to its domestic network.
The airline will link the Kutch City and Mumbai with the launch of a direct flight from 15 May 2014.
The flight operated…
Mumbai travellers most active mobile users – study
Mumbai travellers are most active on their devices at the airport.
Big data company, AdNear tracked traveller profiles and mobile behaviour of professionals, students and homemakers…
Argentina celebrates Malbec World Day in Mumbai
The Consulate of Argentina in Mumbai celebrated the ‘Malbec World Day’, to commemorate the day when
President Domingo Faustino Sarmiento of Argentina officially made it his mission to…
New attraction opens at Mumbai’s EsselWorld
Mumbai’s EsselWorld has launched a new attraction titled ‘Shot n Drop’.
The new ride at the amusement park is developed by HUSS Park Attractions, comprising 24-seater thrilling shot…
Delta launches flat beds on Mumbai-Atlanta route
Delta has introduced its new flat-bed for its BusinessElite seats on flights between Mumbai and Atlanta,
USA, via Amsterdam.
The new on-board product was rolled out from Mumbai on…
More UK visa application centres in Mumbai
The United Kingdom has opened two new Visa Application Centres (VACs) in Mumbai.
It has also renewed its partnership with VFS Global to provide visa application services in India and…
Auckland-Mumbai airports sign sistership agreement
Auckland Airport has signed an agreement of ‘sister airport’ with Mumbai International Airport Limited.
The Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Mumbai Airport will see increasing…
Maharashtra announces seaplane service in Mumbai
Maharashtra has seen the launch of its first seaplane service in the state.
The Maharashtra Tourism Development Corporation (MTDC) and Maritime Energy Heli Air Services Pvt Ltd…
Malindo Air flies to Mumbai
Malindo Air has launched its first flights to Mumbai.
The new service took off from Kuala Lumpur for the first time on Saturday, and will now operate five times a week. Services…
Mumbai’s T2 commences international operations today
The new integrated Terminal 2 at Chattrapati Shivaji International Airport (CSIA) Mumbai will commence
international operations today.
The transition of all international flights…
Drukair opens route to Mumbai
Drukair will open its 10th international route to Mumbai.
The airline will commence commercial operations between Paro and Mumbai from 1 May 2014. The three-hour flight will operate…
Zurich keen to develop new airport in Mumbai
The Zurich Airport Management has shown keen interest in developing the proposed international airport in
Navi Mumbai.
Prithviraj Chavan, Chief Minister of Maharashtra who was in…
Jet Airways launches Mumbai-Paris flight
Jet Airways has announced the launch of its direct daily service between Mumbai to Paris.
The flight will be operated with effect from 14 May 2014, subject to regulatory approvals.…
TUI Travel India opens first retail store in Mumbai
TUI Travel India has commenced its retail expansion plan in Mumbai, with the establishment of its first
retail store in Bandra.
This launch is part of the company’s larger…
New T2 opens at Mumbai Airport
Mumbai's brand new airport terminal was opened on Friday.
India's Prime Minister, Manmohan Singh, inaugurated the new Terminal 2 at Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (CSIA) on…
Le Cirque opens at The Leela Mumbai
The Maccioni Restaurant Group has announced the launch of Le Cirque Signature at The Leela Mumbai.
The opening of its first ever signature restaurant and second Asian outpost further…
Oman conducts sailing event in Mumbai
Oman Tourism recently conducted a sailing event in Mumbai, where the travel trade got an opportunity to sail as well as
get a better understanding of the destination.
A…
Etihad adds Delhi, Mumbai flights
Etihad Airways has doubled the number of flights it offers to Mumbai and New Delhi.
The Abu Dhabi-based carrier will now offer twice daily services to both Indian cities, following…
Jet Airways revises Mumbai-Muscat flight timing
Jet Airways has revised the timings for its flight between Mumbai-Muscat-Mumbai from 2 December 2013 to 1 January
2014.
According to the revised timing, the flight from Mumbai will…
Thomas Cook India opens franchisee in Mumbai suburbs
Thomas Cook (India) Limited has inaugurated its new franchisee (Gold Circle Partner) outlet in Mumbai suburbs of Ghatkopar.
The new franchisee will provide a diverse range of services…
Airlines in Mumbai have better OTP
Airlines operating from Mumbai have better On-Time-Performance (OTP) as compared to the other airports.
According to the data revealed by the Directorate General of Civil Aviation…
New ATC opens in Mumbai
The new Air Traffic Control (ATC) at Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport in Mumbai is now operational.
The swanky new ATC was inaugurated by Union Minister for Civil Aviation,…
Mumbai gets new tourist spot
Mumbai is all set to get a new tourist spot.
The Kanhoji Angre lighthouse off the Mumbai coast will be promoted as the new tourist destination. A formal announcement was made by the…
Kuoni-SOTC launches ‘Winter Holiday Bazar’ in Mumbai
Kuoni-SOTC has launched its ‘Winter Holiday Bazar’ showcasing the Winter & Festive period holiday propositions.
Travellers from Mumbai can visit The Leela Hotel to visit the…
Jet Airways adds second Mumbai-Singapore service
Indian carrier Jet Airways is to start a second daily service between Mumbai and Singapore, effective 1 November.
The route, which will use a Boeing 737-800, will depart Mumbai at…
MTDC plans marina in Mumbai
The Maharashtra Tourism Development Corporation has decided to develop an US$39.25million (INR250 crore) marina at Mumbai’s
commercial district, Nariman Point.
The corporation has…
Egypt Embassy closes in Mumbai
The Consulate General of Egypt has closed its Embassy in Mumbai.
All queries related to visa legalisation from Mumbai will be only be addressed in Delhi.
The Egyptian Consulate…
French visa now hassle-free in Mumbai
Availing a French visa in Mumbai will now be hassle-free.
The French Consulate in Mumbai has announced a temporary suspension of biometrics for visa applications to France. The…
GoAir moves to new terminal in Mumbai
GoAir will move its operations from Terminal 1B to Terminal 1A at the Chattrapati Shivaji International Airport
(CSIA).
The move will come into effect from 1 July 2013. A dedicated…
Air China celebrates one year in Mumbai
Air China celebrated the completion of its first year of operations in Mumbai, India.
The first ex-Mumbai Air China flight was operated on 3 May 2012. Besides, Mumbai, the airline…
IndiGo to boost Muscat-Mumbai
IndiGo has announced to increase its frequency between Muscat and Mumbai to seven weekly flights.
The new flights will come into effect from 16 June 2013. The low cost carrier…
MAS adds daytime service to Mumbai
Malaysian Airlines (MAS) is increasing its frequency from Kuala Lumpur into Mumbai to 12 times weekly.
Following a greater demand from the market, one additional service has been…
International zoo planned in Mumbai
An international zoo is being planned in Mumbai.
The Maharashtra state government has acquired 190 acres of land in suburban Mumbai for its proposed international zoo. Plans are also…
GoAir commences Srinagar-Mumbai
GoAir has commenced direct flight operations between Srinagar and Mumbai last week.
"The aircraft boarded 128 passengers on the first day of the direct service. GoAir is committed to…
Mumbai airport is worst in flight delays
Mumbai airport continues to have the worst record in flight delays among Indian metros.
According to the data released by the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA),…
SIA upgrades cabin product on Mumbai route
Singapore Airlines (SIA) has announced a product upgrade on daily morning flights (SQ421/422) between Mumbai and Singapore.
A part of the larger global investment of USS95million to…
Shangri-La opens in Mumbai
Shangri-La Hotel is now open in Mumbai.
Located in High Street Phoenix, Shangri-La Hotel Mumbai sits above Palladium mall. Of the 38 storey, three floors are currently operational. The…
Bulgaria organises trade presentation in Mumbai
With an endeavor to introduce Bulgaria to the Indian Market, the Commercial and Economic Office of Bulgaria to India, Embassy of the Republic of Bulgaria organised a presentation seminar in…
Fern Residency opens in Mumbai
Fern Residency has opened in Chembur, Mumbai.
The Concept Hospitality managed hotel offers 71 rooms and six conference halls. Other features at the hotel include The Art House – 24 hour…
Virgin Atlantic launches Mumbai service
Will introduce brand new A330 aircraft with Upper Class seats on Mumbai and Delhi routes…
Virgin Atlantic stated that its product investment programme for India would reach more than GBP300…
Virgin Atlantic prepares to restart Mumbai flights
Virgin Atlantic has announced it is to plug GBP300 million into its services into India after being snubbed of the rights to fly to Moscow.
The airline will relaunch its flights between…
India cuts ADF for Mumbai and Delhi airports
The Ministry of Civil Aviation (MoCA) has directed Airport Authority of India (AAI) to cut Airport Development Fee (ADF) at Mumbai and New Delhi airports.
Civil Aviation Minister, Ajit…
Maldivian Airlines announces Mumbai flights
Flying to the most popular and exotic island destination will get easier than before. Maldivian Airlines has announced the launch of direct flights between Male and Mumbai from 15 November.…
DCB taps into Mumbai potential
The Dubai Convention Bureau (DCB) was a lead sponsor of the two-day Indian Association Congress (IAC) held in Mumbai. This is in line with their vision to position Dubai as the leading…
Jet Airways to launch Mumbai – Sharjah Flights
Effective October 18th, 2012, Jet Airways will launch a new Mumbai-Sharjah service, in addition to the resumption of its services to Kuwait and Bahrain from Kochi. Jet Airways' new, daily…
Accor opens ibis Navi Mumbai
Accor has opened its economy brand ibis in Navi Mumbai. The 196 rooms ibis Navi Mumbai offers free WiFi, workspace for business travellers, all day dining restaurant – Spice It and lounge…
South African boosts Mumbai-J’burg
South African Airways has announced it will boost its services on Mumbai-Johannesburg sector. The airline will up capacity from its current five
flights to flying seven times a week from 3…
Fast Track clearance for Navi Mumbai airport – MoCA
The Ministry of Civil Aviation (MoCA) has assured that the Centre will adopt a fast track route for necessary clearances of Navi Mumbai International Airport. The Chief Minister of…
SIA to boost Perth and Mumbai
Singapore Airlines (SIA) has announced a series of changes to its flight schedules for the forthcoming winter season, including extra services to Perth and Mumbai.
From the start of the…
Mumbai’s Juhu aerodrome to be extended
The Ministry of Civil Aviation (MoCA) has decided to extend the existing runway at Mumbai’s Juhu aerodrome into the Arabian Sea – on stills. The ministry plans to shift all small aircraft…
SpiceJet to connect Dubai with Delhi, Mumbai
SpiceJet further expands its connectivity launching its service to Dubai. The airline is connecting Dubai with daily services to Delhi and Mumbai and inaugural flights are set for last week…
Jet Airways adds capacity on Kuwait-Mumbai route
Jet Airways will enhance connectivity between Kuwait and Mumbai with the introduction of a second frequency four times a week to Mumbai. The launch of this second service will be effective…
IndiGo adds Delhi-Mumbai flights
IndiGo has added two more flights to its Delhi-Mumbai route. Following the addition of the new services, which depart Delhi at 0750 and 1345, the Indian low-cost carrier now operates 11…
Jet Airways adds 4th daily service to Mumbai
Jet Airways announced the introduction of a fourth daily service between Mumbai and Dubai. The new service will complement the three flights already being operated by Jet Airways on the…
Worldhotels adds Mumbai hotel
Worldhotels has expanded its India network by adding a third hotel in Mumbai. The Peninsula Grand Hotel in Mumbai has joined the Worldhotels network as a first class collection affiliate.…
Uzbekistan Airways mulls Mumbai flights
Uzbekistan Airways is looking at adding new routes to India. The national carrier of Uzbekistan is working on launching flights to Mumbai from Tashkent and Samarkand in the next three to…
Mumbai may get waterway transport
Maharashtra Chief Minister Prithviraj Chavan has directed state transport agencies to complete a feasibility study for the coastal waterway transport project within the next two months. In a…
Maharashtra to invest US$60 billion in Mumbai
The Maharashtra government has decided to invest US$60 billion over the next 20 years to build infrastructure and modernise India's commercial capital Mumbai, reported money control.com. The…
Delhi, Mumbai lead hotel room growth for Asia
The April edition of STR Global Construction Pipeline says the hotel development pipeline in Asia Pacific comprises 1,167 hotels totalling 291,946 rooms."Two mega cities in India, the…
Dubai’s Empire plans Mumbai branch
Dubai-based private aviation specialist Empire Aviation Group said it is expanding into India with a new Mumbai branch office opening by the middle of this year.The company aims to replicate…
Mumbai to take six more flights this winter
The winter schedule which begins from 30 October will see Mumbai receiving six more domestic flights daily. Currently, there are more than 250 scheduled daily domestic departures from Mumbai…
Mumbai sees 300 flight delays
More than 300 flights taking off and landing in Mumbai in September were frequently delayed - nearly 20% of the time they operated. According to the Ministry of Civil Aviation (MoCA), around…
Routes Asia 2013 in Mumbai
Routes Asia 2013 will be held in Mumbai with Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (CSIA) being the host airport for the the event. The annual event organised by UBM Aviation focuses on…
Travel Smartcard for Mumbai
The Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA) is looking at introducing a single smart card which will enable commuters to change from train, bus and a metrorail for seamless…
IndiGo connects Mumbai to Bangkok, Dubai
IndiGo yesterday launched two new international routes by connecting Mumbai to Bangkok and Mumbai to Dubai. The Bangkok service is IndiGo's second destination in Southeast Asia after…
IndiGo to launch Mumbai-Dubai route
Indian airline IndiGo is set to launch daily direct flights on its Mumbai-Bangkok-Mumbai and Mumbai-Dubai-Mumbai routes. This month marked the airline's successful launch of maiden…
Mumbai airport to close second runway
The Mumbai International airport will shut the secondary runway for over three months from 10 October following the start of construction work for a new taxiway. The secondary runway will…
Security heightened at Mumbai airport after terror threat
Mumbai International Airport was put under heightened security alert yesterday following inputs from central intelligence agencies about a possible airborne attack. The alert was issued from…
Turkish plane skids of Mumbai runway
Turkish Airways plane with 97 passengers and crew on board skidded off the runway at the Mumbai Airport early Friday. There were no injuries to anyone on the aircraft. The Turkish Airways…
Mumbai chopper rides at INR 3,333
Airnetz Aviation, which provides private jet, helicopter and charter aircraft services, is chopping the cost of its chopper rides in Mumbai. The chopper ride will now be offered at the price…
Mumbai police give city hotels 1.30am deadline
The Mumbai police have passed an order asking all city hotels starred four and above to shut their bars, restaurants and discotheques at 1.30am. Hotels starred four and above had the right…
Korea rep office in Mumbai
South Korea has opened a tourism representative office in Mumbai to increase awareness of the attractions of the country in western India.Korea National Tourist Office has an office in Delhi…
No plans to shed heritage status for Mumbai railway station
Central Railway has denied that it is willing to give up the UNESCO-designated World Heritage Site status to Chattrapati Shivaji Terminus (CST), Times of India reported.It said a…
IndiGo plans flights from Dubai to New Delhi and Mumbai
Budget carrier IndiGo will soon start services between Dubai and New Delhi and Dubai and Mumbai, company officials was quoted saying in Dubai.The flights between Dubai and New Delhi will…
Mumbai to Delhi in just 7 hours?
If all goes well, a super high-speed train could cut down travel time between Delhi and Mumbai by half to just even hours.Economic Times said the infrastructure for the Golden Rail Corridor,…
AF’s Boeing 777-200ER on Mumbai route
Air France has introduced a Boeing 777-200ER on the Mumbai-Paris route.The aircraft is equipped with the new Air France Business Class seat that comes with a fixed shell seat that stretches…
SIA raises Mumbai, Ahmedabad flights for winter
Singapore Airlines is raising its frequency to Mumbai and Ahmedabad from Singapore during the Northern Winter operating season between 30 October 2011 and 24 March 2012.Mumbai will increase…
Three explosions rock Mumbai
Three explosions hit Mumbai during Wednesday evening's rush hour, killed at least 21 people and injuring more than 100. The Times of India reported that the three blasts occurred within a…
Mumbai blasts unlikely to hit tourism
Even as the shock at the Mumbai blasts continues to grip the metro, and speculation is rife on who the culprits are, the general feeling in the travel industry is that the domestic and…
Proud to be a Mumbaikar
Where was I on 13TH July? Where were you on 13th July? So many questions but not even one answer!Three blasts in a span of 20 minutes, loss of 21 lives, 130 injured, hospitals going into…
Dharavi in Mumbai is no longer Asia’s largest slum
Dharavi, spread over 557 acres and housing nearly three lakh people, is no longer Asia's largest slum . Mumbai has at least four larger contenders for the dubious distinction, some of them…
Foreign tourists to ride tuk-tuks to Mumbai
Fifteen participants from Australia, US, UK, Canada and New Zealand have begun a seven-day adventure riding their tuk-tuks through the landscape from Goa to Mumbai. Times of India said the…
Fastest local train in India speeds into Mumbai
The country's fastest local train , which can attain an impressive top speed of 130 kilometres per hour, reached Mumbai, awaiting the customary test rides.Economic Times reported that thanks…
Jet to use Boeing 777-300ER on new Mumbai route
India's Jet Airways is to deploy its long haul Boeing 777-300ER aircraft between Mumbai and Hong Kong/Newark.The widebody Boeing 777-300ER features a three class configuration. The airline…
EgyptAir to normalise operations from Mumbai
EgyptAir is planning to normalise its operations from Mumbai to Cairo by the year end as the country is returning to normalcy.According to Times of India, Egypt attracts 12 million visitors…
Mumbai airport runway opens
The renovated main runway at the Mumbai airport will open on 1 June, helping to alleviate the flow of traffic and reducing delays in departures. The runway will be able to take Airbus A380…
Mumbai airport warns Kingfisher on dues
Mumbai International Airport Limited has warned Kingfisher that it will put it on a cash and carry basis if it does not clear its over INR 105 crore dues by May 25. A report in Business…
Sarovar opens 4th hotel in Mumbai
Majestic Court Sarovar Portico has opened in Navi Mumbai, in the Mahape area of the new Mumbai.It has 58 rooms and will cater to the growing business demand in the industrial area. This is…
Accor, Interglobe launch ibis Mumbai Airport
Accor and its Indian partner, Interglobe Hotels, have announced the debut of the ibis hotel brand in Mumbai, with the launch of ibis Mumbai Airport. Located at the airport's…
Japan tourism promoted in Mumbai, Delhi
The Japan Tourism Agency (JTA) and Japan National Tourism Organization (JNTO) have announced a series of activities planned in February 2011 in Mumbai and New Delhi.In February 2011 JTA and…
Sick pilot forced to land in Mumbai
An Oman Air flight was forced to change course and land in Mumbai, not the intended destination, when the pilot fell sick during the flight on Saturday. The aircraft, en route…
Hilton to open first hotel in Mumbai
Hilton Hotels & Resorts has announced the opening of a new hotel in India - the 171-room Hilton Mumbai International Airport.
Located five minutes drive from the international airport…
Hilton to open first hotel in Mumbai
Hilton Hotels & Resorts has announced the opening of its second hotel in India - the upscale, 171-room Hilton Mumbai International Airport. The property is Hilton Worldwide's third in…
Visit Finland exhibits in Mumbai
Finland is catching the interest of Indian outbound travellers says the Scandinavian nation's tourism promotion agency. Speaking at a promotional event in Mumbai last weekend, a Visit…
HICSA2011 kick-off in Mumbai
HVS will once again host the Annual Hotel Investment Conference - South Asia (HICSA) in Mumbai this week. The two-day conference dedicated to the hospitality sector, looks to discuss…
MTDC pulls out of IITM in Mumbai
The Maharashtra Tourism Development Corporation (MTDC) will miss out on a big opportunity to promote the region because it has too few staff to attend a major travel event. According to…
Navi Mumbai airport gets conditional green clearance
The long awaited Navi Mumbai airport took a step closer to realisation on Monday when it received vital environmental clearance, but not before it was forced into 32 compromises by the…
Chaos on the Delhi-Mumbai sector
Maintenance at Mumbai and teething problems in Delhi have left the Delhi-Mumbai sector in a state of disarray as capacity falls, demand accelerates and prices rocket. Air passengers…
Delhi-Mumbai Kingfisher flight reports bird strike
Kingfisher Airlines flight IT 302 travelling from New Delhi to Mumbai reported a 'suspected' bird strike on Monday. The incident occurred shortly after takeoff, during the climb phase…
New wellness association setup in Mumbai
In a move seen as significant because of the growing importance of spas and wellness tourism, the Indian Spa and Wellness Association has been set up in Mumbai. While India already…
Two strikes for Kingfisher in Mumbai
Two Kingfisher planes landed safely in Mumbai last week after one confirmed bird strike and a suspected second, just hours later. Mumbai did have a reputation for bird hits until a few…
Mishap at Mumbai airport
Jet Airways and Kingfisher were involved in a mishap at Mumbai airport last week, when two aircraft nearly collided on the tarmac. The tail of an empty Kingfisher plane touched the…
SWISS increases frequency to Delhi and Mumbai
Swiss International Air Lines (SWISS) will be adding further capacity to its Delhi and Mumbai services for its Winter schedule. The Indian capital will see the addition of two weekly…
Jet goes daily from Delhi & Mumbai to Colombo
Jet Airways, India's premier international airline, today announced that it will introduce daily direct flights to Colombo from Mumbai and Delhi, effective November 5,…
Mumbai closes runway for repairs
A nine-month resurfacing project will begin at Mumbai Airport 27 September and could cause flight delays for up to nine months. The recarpeting project will be completed in phases over the…
Navi Mumbai airport expects eco nod
Plans for Navi Mumbai Airport will get environmental clearance by October. Speaking to the Economic Times, Civil Aviation Minister Praful Patel said the Environment Ministry had…
Mumbai’s Taj Mahal Palace reopens renovated wing
India's legendary The Taj Mahal Palace, a member of luxury global hospitality group The Leading Hotels of the World, has re-opened its Palace wing following an extensive two-year restoration…
Air India signs Mumbai engine wash deal
FARNBOROUGH, England, July 19 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- FARNBOROUGH AIR SHOW -- The National Aviation Company of India Ltd, operating under the brand name "Air India,"…
Holiday Inn Mumbai Airport supports HOPE Worldwide
Mumbai, July 19, 2010: Holiday Inn Mumbai International Airport has teamed up with HOPE Worldwide (India), a Non-Profit Organization, to raise funds to construct and run…
El Al to boost Mumbai flights
El Al, the Israeli national carrier airline, will increase its flight frequency to India for the forthcoming winter schedule. The airline plans to add one weekly flight on its Tel…
Runway closure, blackout hit Mumbai airport
Flight operations at Mumbai's Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport were severely affected yesterday, due to the closure of the main runway, waterlogging at the new Terminal 1C…
Jet’s London-Mumbai service turns five
Guests travelling with Jet Airways will enjoy a little extra sweetener this weekend (Sunday) as the airline celebrates the fifth anniversary of its London operations on 23rd May 2010 with…
Jet’s London-Mumbai service turns five
Jet Airways London-Mumbai flight celebrates its fifth anniversary this weekend. First and Premiere Class passengers travelling on 23 May will receive some in-flight birthday cake and…
Sofitel to expand into Mumbai
Sofitel, the luxury hotel brand by Accor, will open in India for the first time later this year, with the launch of the Sofitel Mumbai Bandra Kurla. The hotel will have 302…
Mumbai wildlife census cancelled
The annual wildlife census in the Mumbai and Thane region will not take place this year, in favour of a new survey technique. The headcount usually takes place in May every year,…
AirAsia X celebrates maiden flight to Mumbai
Mumbai (India), 6th May 2010 - The World's Best Low-Cost Airline, AirAsia celebrated its inaugural flight to Mumbai from Kuala Lumpur today signifying its foray entry into…
Saudi LCC launches Mumbai flights
Nasair, the Saudi Arabia-based low-cost carrier, has launched its first services to India. The airline will fly four weekly services between Riyadh and Mumbai. The LCC also has…
Mumbai airport’s new taxiways take shape
Five of the 11 taxiways planned for the Mumbai's Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport have now been built, the Times of India has reported. The five new taxiways include two rapid…
Mumbai airport put on high alert
Mumbai's Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport was put on high alert last week, following intelligence reports warning of an impending terrorist attack in the city. According to a…
Saudi LCC launches Mumbai flights
Nasair, the Saudi Arabia-based low-cost carrier, has launched its first services to India, Anil Mathur reports. The airline will fly four weekly services between Riyadh and…
Mumbai airport’s new taxiways take shape
Five of the 11 taxiways planned for the Mumbai's Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport have now been built, the Times of India has reported. The five new taxiways include two rapid…
Visit Golden Maharashtra launched in Mumbai
Mumbai, Maharashtra, April 22, 2010 /India PRwire/ -- Dr. Vijaykumar Gavit, Minister for Tourism, Shri Vithal Kamat, President, Maharashtra Economic…
The Oberoi to re-open in Mumbai
Mumbai, 21st April 2010: The Oberoi, Mumbai will re-open on Saturday, 24th April, 2010 after extensive renovation and restoration. The Oberoi Group's luxury hotel…
The Oberoi hotel to re-open in Mumbai
Mumbai, 21st April 2010: The Oberoi, Mumbai will re-open on Saturday, 24th April, 2010 after extensive renovation and restoration. The Oberoi Group's luxury hotel…
Mumbai airport unveils new domestic terminal
The new Domestic Terminal 1C of Mumbai's Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport Mumbai was unveiled on Saturday 17 April, Anil Mathur reports. The key features of the new terminal…
Taj Mahal Mumbai ballroom reopens
The ballroom at The Taj Mahal Palace Hotel, Mumbai, reopened on Tuesday, Anil Mathur reports. The famed venue for grand parties and weddings, located in the hotel's…
Mumbai’s Oberoi hotel to re-open
The Oberoi hotel in Mumbai will re-open next month following its restoration and renovation.From 24 April, guests will be able to see the Oberoi Group's hotel redecoration and use its new…
Oberoi Mumbai to reopen next month
New Delhi, 30th March 2010: The Oberoi, Mumbai will re-open on 24th April 2010 following extensive restoration and renovation. The Oberoi Group's luxury hotel on…
Elephant kills visitor at Mumbai zoo
A man was killed at South Mumbai's Byculla Zoo on Sunday after entered an elephant enclosure. According to a Times of India report, the man climbed a wall to break into the elephant's…
Mumbai airport suffers check-in failure
Domestic flights at Mumbai airport were delayed for almost 45 minutes yesterday after a passenger check-in system crashed. According to a Timers of India report, all the domestic…
Emirates opens Mumbai lounge
DUBAI, U.A.E., 25th February 2010 - Passengers from Mumbai can now enjoy Emirates' trademark service on the ground, as well as in the air, following the airline's…
Tangalooma Resort to open Mumbai office
Tangalooma Wild Dolphin Resort will this month cement its Indian sales and marketing operations when it opens a new office in Mumbai. The newly formed Blue Ocean Tourism, has been…
Jet to launch Mumbai-Jo’burg services
Mumbai, February 16, 2010: Jet Airways, India's premier international airline, today announced that it will commence daily non-stop flights from Mumbai to Johannesburg…
Lucy Liu checks-in to the new Westin Mumbai
08 Feb 10 (TravMedia.com): As The Westin Mumbai Garden City opened its doors to receive guests on the 16th of January 2010, among the first to check in was Hollywood actress, Lucy…
Mumbai to develop monorail
The Scomi Group of Malaysia and Larsen & Toubro Infotech Limited of India will develop a monorail network in Mumbai, Anil Mathur reports. The 20km system will connect Wadala and…
Cathay Pacific enhances Seoul and Mumbai services
27 January 2010: Cathay Pacific Airways today announced enhancements to its services to Seoul and Mumbai, offering more convenience and increased connectivity for passengers travelling…
Mumbai passenger traffic rises in December
Mumbai's Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport handled 2.53 million passengers in December 2009 - up 29.1% from 1.96 million the same month in 2008, and more than the 2.45…
Bomb threat at Mumbai train station
Security has been tightened in Mumbai following a threat to bomb the Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus (CST) railway station and several other locations in the city, The Times of India has…
Japan to invest in Delhi-Mumbai project
India and Japan have signed pacts to develop a series of eco-cities along the huge Delhi-Mumbai Industrial Corridor (DMIC), covering a length of about 1,500km. Anil Mathur reports…
Jet launches Mumbai-Dhaka flights today
Mumbai, December 22, 2009: Effective December 23, 2009, Jet Airways, India's premier international airline, will introduce new, direct services on the…
Restaurants reopen at Taj Mahal Mumbai
MUMBAI, India, December 21/PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- The legendary Wasabi, the historical Harbour Bar and Golden Dragon at the iconic The Taj Mahal Palace & Tower, Mumbai reopened their…
Jet to launch direct Mumbai-Dhaka flights
Mumbai, December 08, 2009: Effective December 23, 2009, Jet Airways, India's premier international airline, will introduce new, direct services on the…
Jet Airways launches Mumbai to Dhaka service
Effective December 23, 2009, Jet Airways, India's premier international airline, will introduce new, direct services on the Mumbai-Dhaka-Mumbai sectors, aboard…
Jet launches new Mumbai-Kathmandu service
Kathmandu, December 2, 2009: Jet Airways, India's premier international airline, will introduce a new service on the Mumbai-Kathmandu - Mumbai sectors, its third…
Sahara Star Mumbai joins WORLDHOTELS
(Hong Kong, 12 November 2009) - Hotel Sahara Star Mumbai, an architectural masterpiece considered one of the finest business and leisure hotels in India, has joined…
Chopper services to link Mumbai and Pune
Pawan Hans, India's state-owned helicopter company, is set to launch chopper services between Mumbai and Pune, Anil Mathur reports. While details are still being worked…
Mumbai wants more skyscrapers
Mumbai's 20-year development plan will include a higher floor space index (FSI) and sky gardens on top of buildings to compensate for lack of open spaces, according to plans laid out by…
Finnair to relaunch Mumbai flights
Finnair will restart its Mumbai-Helsinki service from 18 October this year, Anil Mathur reports. The flights will run three times a week using Finnair's Airbus A330 aircraft - two…
Mumbai to shut cinemas, malls amid swine flu fear
Mumbai will shut schools, shopping malls and cinemas as swine flu-related deaths jumped, ignoring federal government advice to keep educational institutions open. According to a…
Jet to launch Mumbai-Riyadh services
Jet Airways will launch services to Riyadh, the capital of Saudi Arabia, from Mumbai, effective 6 August. This will be the airline's second service to Saudi Arabia,…
TAT plans Mumbai office
The Tourist Authority of Thailand (TAT) plans to open an office in Mumbai by end of this year, Anil Mathur reports. The new office will look after several Indian states, including…
Mumbai attack suspect pleads guilty
The leading suspect in last November's deadly attacks in Mumbai has pleaded guilty. Mohammad Ajmal Amir Qasab is reported to have admitted his role in the killings in court, changing…
Overnight rains flood Mumbai
Heavy overnight rains that led to severe flooding in many parts of Mumbai yesterday, badly disrupting road, rail and air traffic. Up to 125mm of rain was recorded in parts of…
Novotel opens in Mumbai
Accor has opened its first Novotel-branded property in Mumbai. The 203-room and suite Novotel Mumbai Juhu Beach opened this week on a scenic beach-front site overlooking the Arabian Sea. The…
Major new sea bridge opens in Mumbai
The Bandra-Worli Sea Link opened for traffic in Mumbai yesterday, Anil Mathur reports. The 5.6km bridge is planned to ease traffic in the Indian financial capital, but also become…
Near miss at Mumbai airport – close shave for 220
Momentsaway from disaster, the two pilots were alerted to the danger and the aircraftscreeched to a halt a couple hundred metres apart. Airportsources said the Kolkata-bound Jet Airways…
Novotel to be unveiled in Mumbai
Accor is set to debut its Novotel brand in Mumbai. The Novotel Mumbai Juhu Beach will soft-open in July when it will become the brand's third Indian property following previous openings in…
Gold raid at Mumbai airport
Mumbai airport was yesterday the scene of a daring robbery, with raiders eventually escaping with several kilos of gold. The incident, which occurred in Air India 's cargo…
SAA ups Mumbai frequency
South African Airways (SAA) has added flights and increased its capacity on the route between Johannesburg and Mumbai. This comes as a result of an increase in demand for seats from…
On the Mumbai-London route
Jet Airways have announced a code share agreement with Virgin Atlantic with effect from 06 May 2009. This new agreement means that guests can book with Virgin Atlantic to travel with Jet…
Jet launches Kuwait-Mumbai
Jet Airways has launched its daily, direct service to Kuwait from Mumbai, the Centre for Asia Pacific Aviation reported. This is the airline's second daily service to Kuwait from…
Virgin suspends Mumbai flights
Virgin Atlantic is suspending flights from London Heathrow to Mumbai from early May, citing falling passenger numbers on the route. The Times of London reported that airline will…
Bomb scare at Mumbai airport
An unattended bag sparked a bomb scare at the domestic terminal of Mumbai's Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport yesterday, The Times of India reported.The Bomb Disposal and…
Finnair to suspend Mumbai route
Finnair has announced that it will suspend its Helsinki-Mumbai services from May until mid-October 2009.Centre for Asia Pacific Aviation quoted Finnair's Vice President - Network…
Jet goes daily from Kuwait to Mumbai
Jet Airways will launch daily, direct services to Kuwait from Mumbai, effective 29 March.The new route will mark the airline's second daily service to Kuwait from India,…
Jet to launch Mumbai-Lucknow
From 29 March, Jet Airways will launch services from Mumbai to Lucknow, the administrative state capital of Uttar Pradesh. The airline will operate the new service with its…
Accident averted at Mumbai airport
A potential accident was averted at the Mumbai airport yesterday morning, after a plane and a helicopter were cleared for take off and landing at the same time, according to a…
Flying from Delhi, Mumbai may be costlier
Indian air fares may be coming down, but travellers flying out of Delhi and Mumbai airports may be seeing additional fees to fund the airports' development, The Times of India has…
Kingfisher starts Mumbai-London flights
Kingfisher Airlines launched its direct daily Mumbai-London flight on Monday, the Hindustan Times reported. The route will be served by Kingfisher's Airbus A330-200 aircraft with…
Trident and Taj reopen in Mumbai
Less than a month after the tragic terrorist attack, two Mumbai hotels reopened for guests, Anil Mathur reports. Amidst tight security, the Taj Mahal Tower and the Trident…
Post-Mumbai, India discusses how to boost tourism
By Anil Mathur India's Ministry of Tourism called a meeting of the National Tourism Advisory Council earlier this week, in an effort to design a roadmap for the future of the…
Sydney transport worse than Mumbai, Sao Paolo - report
Sydney has been ranked at the bottom of a list of the world's most important 20 cities for the quality of its transport infrastructure, behind Mumbai, Sao Paulo and Mexico…
Fire hits Taj Mumbai
The hotel, one of thesites of the 26 November terror attacks, was empty when the incident occurred.There are no reports of casualties in the incident.
Taj is reported to have said that the…
Kingfisher to launch Mumbai-London
Kingfisher is to start a daily Mumbai-London service from 5 January, Anil Mathur reports. This is the second international destination for the Vijay Mallya-led airline, following…
HKTB sets up Mumbai MICE office
The Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB) has set up an office in Mumbai concentrating on the growing Indian MICE industry, Anil Mathur reports. HKTB is seeking to lure a greater proportion of…
Goa feels impact of Mumbai attack
The tourism industry of India's Goa - a favourite destination among foreigners - is worried that its coming season may hit a dead end following the terror attacks in Mumbai,…
Mumbai flights largely unaffected
Jet Airways and its low-cost subsidiary, JetLite, have issued statements saying their operations into and out of Mumbai have remained largely unaffected and on schedule,…
Terror comes to Mumbai hotels
Gunmen carried out a series of co-ordinated attacks across the Indian city of Mumbai last night, killing at least 80 people and injuring 200 more, according to BBC reports. At…
Monorail for Mumbai
On 29 November the foundation stone will be laid for India's first monorail project in Mumbai, The Times of India has reported. The 19.5km rail network will connect south Mumbai to the…
Tourism Australia opens Mumbai office
Tourism Australia has opened a new office in Mumbai, Anil Mathur reports from India. Australian Tourism Minister, Martin Ferguson, opened the new office and later met with his…
Mumbai opens new taxiway
Mumbai International Airport has inaugurated a new taxiway, the Centre for Asia Pacific Aviation has reported. The taxiway has been designed to facilitate all wide-body aircraft to…
Shanghai to launch Mumbai flights
Shanghai Airlines will launch twice-weekly flights between its Pudong hub and Mumbai from 29 October, Xinhua has reported. The Shanghai-Mumbai services will fly every Wednesday and…
Mumbai plane jam
The problem of space at Mumbai's Chatrapati Shivaji International Airport is causing a potential security threat to aircraft, The Times of India has reported. With space plane parking…
Delta starts Atlanta-Mumbai service
Delta Air Lines is starting a new daily nonstop flight between Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport and Mumbai from 1 November.Delta will use its new Boeing 777-200 Long Range…
CX at new Mumbai terminal
From today, Cathay Pacific's check-in counter at Chatrapati Shivaji International Airport in Mumbai will be located in the new Terminal 2B. The first CX flight that will make use of…
Four Seasons in Mumbai
Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts has opened the doors of its first property on the Indian subcontinent, the Four Seasons Hotel Mumbai. The hotel's 33-storey glass tower houses 202…
Emirates chauffer service in Mumbai
First and Business Class customers arriving/ departing from Mumbai's Chatrapathi Shivaji Airport will be treated to a personal chauffeur service to whisk them to/ from any Mumbai home or…
Mumbai property joins Worldhotels
The Imperial Palace Hotel in Mumbai has joined Worldhotels as a member of the Deluxe Collection. The 417-room hotel is part of the Royal Palms Estate, incorporating the Royal Palms…
Lufthansa flies Munich-Mumbai
Lufthansa will connect Munich with Mumbai from May 3 with thrice-weekly flights on an Airbus A340-300, supplementing its daily service from Frankfurt.In addition, the current…
Mumbai airport finally gets duty-free shops
India's busiest airport - Mumbai international Airport - is finally getting its duty-free outlets, after more than a year, Economic Times reported. GVK Group-led…
No rooms in Mumbai, New Delhi
Most five-star hotels in India's New Delhi and Mumbai are booked till March next year, an Economic Times report said.It said hotel chains have reported occupancies of over than 90% this…
Shangri-La Mumbai to open 2009
The hotel will be Shangri-La's fifth property in India following Shangri-La Hotel, New Delhi, which opened in September 2005; and the Shangri-La Hotel, Bangalore; Palm Retreat Shangri-La,…
Free Mumbai Wi-Fi
The airport claims to offer "wall-to-wall accessibility" throughout its four terminals, but the speed for the free service will vary between 64 and 128 kbps.Free internet kiosks will…
SOTC Travel inaugurates newest store in Ghatkopar
SOTC Travel, a leading omnichannel travel and Tourism Company inaugurated its new outlet in R Odeon Mall, Ghatkopar (East).
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…
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…
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.
HRAWI commits industry support to MOT’s GTIS initiative
The Hotel and Restaurant Association of Western India (HRAWI) recently participated in the Mumbai Roadshow organized by Ministry of Tourism (MoT), GoI held on 27th April in the city.
Azamara Announces Special Events for 155-Night World Cruise
The Azamara Onward’s 155-night World Voyage, which sets sail in early 2024, has been given even more reasons to look forwards to by the ultra-luxury cruise company. The cruise line has…
Jamaica Tourism Announces 1 Million Visitor Arrivals to Date
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Jamaica Tourism Minister Hon. Edmund Bartlett announced that Jamaica has surpassed one million visitor arrivals year-to-date for 2023.
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Jamaica to Host Caribbean Travel Marketplace 2024
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Destination Jamaica partners with the Caribbean Hotel & Tourism Organization for its 42nd annual event next year.
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Global Travel Momentum rises with increased Booking Days and Online Adoption
Q1-2023 has seen the positive momentum of H2-2022 continue in both business and leisure travel with demand across the world forecast to be at 85.5* per cent of 2019 levels this year,…
“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…
AweSpace Estate to develop 350+ bespoke villas in India’s key travel destinations
AweSpace Estate Private Limited, a Mumbai-based leading real estate development company in the luxury segment, will be developing more than 350 ultra-luxurious residential retreats – villas…
Top ten destinations for a digital detox
Prague is named the best city overall for a digital detox, European cities make up seven of the top 10. Did you know Americans check their phones 344 times a day? That’s an average of every…
ITB India 2023 on track for an in-person event
Co-located with MICE Show India, Travel Tech India and the ITB India Conference, the annual trade show is making a strong comeback as an in-person event in Mumbai from 26 – 28 April 2023.
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…
Top 10 countries Brits want to spend their retirement in
Equity release specialists at Retirement Solutions analysed the average monthly Google search volume for different terms relating to retiring abroad. They wanted to determine the…
CSMIA’s ARFF Services demonstrates cutting-edge technology during Fire Service Week
Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport’s (CSMIA), Aerodrome Rescue & Fire Fighting Services (ARFF) conducts a Firs Service Week in the interest and well-being of passengers…
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…
‘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.
CSMIA to operate 14% more weekly flight movements this summer
Mumbai’s Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (CSMIA) has announced its summer schedule with 14% more weekly flight movements as compared to the summer schedule of 2022.
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.
Mesmerising Maharashtra: A Showcase of Maharashtra’s Magical Monsoon Experiences is now Live!
In a bid to showcase Maharasthra’s magical monsoon experiences, Maharasthra Tourism and NDTV have come together to produce a series titled’ Mesmerising Maharasthra’.
CSMIA to conduct comprehensive pre-monsoon runway maintenance
As part of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport’s (CSMIA) monsoon contingency plan, both runways - RWY 09/27 & 14/32 will remain temporarily non-operational on 2nd May,…
Lufthansa Cargo has a new CEO
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Ashwin Bhat is set to be appointed as new CEO of Lufthansa Cargo starting April 15, 2023. This is subject to a pending resolution by the Supervisory Board.
Full…
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…
Qatar Airways welcomes cricket giants – Royal Challengers Bangalore
Qatar Airways announce their latest partnership with club cricket giants - the Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB), becoming the Indian Premier League (IPL) team's Official Front of Jersey…
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…
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.
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.
Fred Olsen Unveils 82 Night Cruise To Showcase Culture-Rich Asia
Fred Olsen Cruise Lines has introduced a new 82-night Grand Journey, allowing passengers to see the culturally rich countries of Asia on a voyage that is scheduled to coincide with the…
ibis Thane opens with 186 keys
InterGlobe Hotels announced the launch of their new hotel – ibis Thane. The hotel is located on Pokhran Road at the Thane district of Maharashtra, and is a 50 minutes’ drive from Terminal 2…
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…
Healthy growth for LOT Polish Airlines in 2022
Despite difficult conditions, 2022 was a successful year for LOT Polish Airlines. The latest forecasts confirm that the Polish airline managed to grow significantly again after overcoming…
Adani airports handle record 14.25 million passengers in 2022
All the seven Adani airports saw an increase of 92% in domestic and 133% in international travellers. There has been a rise in the number of domestic 58% and international 61% flights
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.
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.
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.
Oman Air Increases Frequency and Adds 4 New Destinations
Oman Air, the national carrier of the Sultanate of Oman, has unveiled its summer schedule for 2023, continuing its ambitious and dynamic fleet and network growth strategy.
The number…
The biggest sangeet night for Shaadi by Marriott Bonvoy
Karan Johar, Tiger Shorff & Shiamak Davar hosted the biggest sangeet night for bespoke offerings from Shaadi by Marriott Bonvoy.
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.
Oman Air adds four destinations and increased frequency to its 2023 Summer Schedule
Continuing its ambitious and dynamic strategy of fleet and network expansion, Oman Air, the national airline of the Sultanate of Oman, has unveiled its summer schedule for 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…
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.
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’.
Gujarat Travel Partners explore Ras Al Khaimah
One Rep Global partnered with Ras Al Khaimah Tourism Development Authority for the travel community of Gujarat to experience Ras Al Khaimah on a Familiarization (FAM) Trip.
Savour Sri Lanka flavours at Lotus Cafe
JW Marriott Mumbai Juhu, in collaboration with Weligama Marriott Resort & Spa and Sheraton Kosgoda Turtle Beach Resort brings to you a special culinary food festival from 24th February …
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…
‘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.
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…
BLADE India commences services from Goa’s new international airport – MoPA
FlyBlade India (“BLADE India”) announced the launch of its services from Goa’s new international airport - Manohar International Airport (MoPA).
Accor’s latest hotel openings from across the world
Accor's latest hotel openings and signings from destinations across the world including: Manly Pacific - MGallery in Australia, Fairmont Manchester San Diego in the USA, Swissotel…
Saudi anchors focus on India tourism market
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Saudi is building on the momentum of trade activity in India with an impressive lineup of…
IAAPI Expo 2023 to take place in March 2023
IAAPI Expo 2023 – an exclusive trade exhibition for Amusement, Leisure & Entertainment Industry of India is set to launch its 21st edition this year at the Bombay Exhibition Centre,…
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 …
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
Singapore Airlines launches new global brand campaign ‘Welcome to World Class’
Singapore Airlines (SIA) launched its latest global brand campaign, which will run on television, print, digital, out-of-home, and social media platforms.
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.
Finnair swings into 2023 with super sale
Finnair has launched its first sale of 2023, as it gears up to celebrate its centenary later this year. The new promotion has been specifically tailored to UK customers, with a range of the…
Oceania Cruises reveals exotic explorations in Asia with newly re-inspired Riviera
Oceania Cruises, the world’s leading culinary- and destination-focused cruise line, announces that the newly re-inspired Riviera will sail in Asia for the first time due to unprecedented…
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…
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.
BLADE India expands its intra-city helicopter services in Bengaluru
FlyBlade India (“BLADE India”), a joint venture between Hunch Ventures and BLADE Air Mobility, Inc. will be connecting Bangalore International Airport to Hosur Aerodrome as part of its…
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 …
CSMIA installs Reverse Vending Machines to promote recycling of single-use plastics
Mumbai’s Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (CSMIA) is a proud flag bearer of green initiatives in the Indian aviation industry and the airport has installed Reverse Vending…
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…
Lollapalooza India paves the way for music festivals to walk the talk on sustainability and environmental-friendly measures
Global music phenomenon Lollapalooza is all set to breach a new frontier in the eighth destination of the festival in India marking its inaugural, first-ever edition in Asia. With this…
Costa Deliziosa departs on around-the-world cruise
Costa world tour 2023 will explore 52 destinations on 4 continents in 128 days, crossing 3 oceans, with an unprecedented itinerary.
Hajj Committee trying to lessen fares of flights
The sub-Committee on Air-Charter of the Hajj Committee of India (HCoI) took a series of decisions and deliberations including ways for reducing the fare of airlines, paying airlines by…
Akasa Air commences its maiden flight from Lucknow
Akasa Air operated its first flight from Lucknow – the 11th city in its network, marking the airline’s entry into Uttar Pradesh.
SOTC Travel opens a franchise outlet in Kharghar
SOTC Travel, an omnichannel travel and Tourism Company recently inaugurated its newest franchise outlet in Sector 7, Kharghar.
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…
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…
Akasa Air to add Goa, its 12th destination from 11 Jan
Akasa Air is set to add Goa to its route network, the 12th destination to join the airline’s fast-growing network, from January 1, 2023.
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.
CSMIA handles a record of 1,50,988 passengers in a single day
Mumbai’s Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (CSMIA), the world’s busiest single crossover runway airport has handled a record passenger movement with 1,50,988 travellers…
Where are Indians travelling this holiday season?
Booking.com has released its latest search data trends that sheds light on Indian travellers’ preferred destinations during the holiday season.
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.
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.
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…
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.
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…
Maharashtra Tourism showcases Diamond Circuit
International brochures were launched to promote key destinations (Diamond Circuit and World Heritage Sites in Maharashtra) at WTM 2022.
Air Arabia Abu Dhabi launches direct flights to Tashkent
Air Arabia Abu Dhabi, the UAE capital’s first low-carrier, has announced the launch of its new route from Abu Dhabi to Tashkent, Uzbekistan’s capital.
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).
Go First under DGCA scanner
Go First airline has come under scrutiny of the aviation authority Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) due to an increase in passenger inconvenience brought on by cancelled flights…
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.
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…
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…
Now fly direct Pune to Singapore with Vistara from 2 Dec
India based private air carrier, Vistara announced flight services connecting Pune with Singapore. The new direct flight service will begin from 2 December 2. The air carrier will operate 4…
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…
Emirates announces new A380 destination
From 30 October onwards, Emirates will offer passengers flying to Bengaluru, India an option to fly in their signature A380 aircrafts.
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…
Pradeep Shetty elected as the president of HRAWI
At the 72nd Annual General Meeting of the Hotel and Restaurant Association of Western India (HRAWI) held recently, Pradeep Shetty – Director, Maharaja Hotels was elected the President.
Thailand renews visa processing with VFS Global in India
The Thailand government has renewed its pan-India visa processing mandate with VFS Global.
India to add 80 airports in next 4-5 years
In the last eight years, the number of airports in the country has increased from 74 to 141, and as per the Ministry of Civil Aviation, this will grow up to 220 in the next four to five…
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…
Cities and countries with the most eco-conscious travellers
With the approach of World Tourism Day, which celebrates a number of causes, including rethinking the impact of tourism on the planet as well as the ever-growing popularity of sustainable…
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.
IndiGo starts direct flight to Ras Al Khaimah
IndiGo flew its Airbus A320 aircraft to Ras Al Khaimah International Airport (RKT) from Mumbai on 22 September. Not only is it the carrier’s 100th destination, but also its 11th in the…
Fly Mangaluru-Bengaluru with IndiGo from 30 Oct
IndiGo will operate flights to Mangaluru from Bengaluru starting October 30, 2022. Flight (6E256) will depart Mangaluru International Airport (MIA) at 6.40 am for Bengaluru.
Experiencing Asia with ‘Booking Explorers’ campaign
Booking.com launches the second edition of its Booking Explorers campaign. The series is a follow-up to last year’s with more inspiring travel stories from leading personalities across Asia…
Air India To Offer Premium Economy On Long Haul Flights
A total of 30 narrow- and wide-body aircraft are scheduled to be delivered to Air India over the course of the next 15 months, allowing the airline to more than double its current fleet…
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.
Air India to induct 30 planes
Air India to receive 30 new aircraft, including 5 wide-body Boeing planes, from December this year.
TAAI’s annual general meeting on 29 Sept
The Travel Agents Association of India (TAAI) will hold its 71st annual general meeting (AGM) September as well as its national elections.
Akasa Air to launch flights from Delhi in October
The airlines has opened bookings for daily flights between Delhi and Ahmedabad from 7 October.
Business travel is back: STR
Leisure markets continue to lead recovery in the hospitality business, but business travel is also back, finds new data from hospitality data analytics firm STR Inc.
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.
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…
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.
Global cruise tourism market to be USD 17.4 billion by 2032
As per a report by Future Market Insights (FMI), the global cruise tourism market is likely to be appraised at USD 17.4 billion by 2032, up from USD 5.3 billion in 2022, advancing at a CAGR…
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.
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.
AAI to develop Kolhapur airport for enhanced capacity
Airports Authority of India (AAI) has undertaken the work for developing the Kolhapur airport for enhanced capacity, with a new terminal building as it is showing high passenger traffic…
Rejuvinate with Ayurvedic Panchakarma this Monsoon
The eco-wellness retreat Shilimb Valley, Dharana at Shillim, offers one of a kind Ayurvedic Panchakarma programme for guests this monsoon.
Rakesh Jhunjhunwala, patron for Akasa Air Passes Away At 62
Business magnate, stock trader, chartered accountant and investor with the midas touch, Rakesh Jhunjhunwala passed away at the age of 62
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 –…
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…
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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IndiGo takes off for Bahrain
These new flights will enhance international connectivity and bolster trade, commerce and tourism between India and Bahrain, which is known for its pearl diving and trading tradition
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
South African Tourism rolls out digital campaign for India
Through this targeted digital campaign, South African Tourism hopes to engage with millennials, double-income-no-kid households, and Indian families
Akasa Air gears up to take off from 7 August
Akasa Air has begun ticket sales for 28 flights, operating weekly on the Mumbai-Ahmedabad route from August 7
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
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…
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
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
4 reasons why catering services are important when deciding for meetings and events venue
Catering services should not be an afterthought when planning a meeting or event.
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
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
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
BLADE India unveils helicopter services in Goa
With this launch, BLADE India aims to make Goa more accessible and navigable for travellers to discover the bounties and hidden gems
Banyan Tree launches new storytelling platform Compass
As we navigate a world in transition, what does it mean to create a better future? The possibilities are endless, and Banyan Tree Hotels & Resorts seeks to inspire people onward…
Jeddah bound! Vistara adds new international route
The launch of services to Jeddah will further intensify Vistara's presence in the Middle East region
OYO adds over 1250 new corporates since March 2022
The recovery is led by small and medium enterprises, traditional business houses & conglomerates, startups, travel management companies
Singapore Airlines to increase flights to India amid demand recovery
Singapore Airlines plans to increase the number of flights to India where the group is currently operating at around 75 per cent of its pre-pandemic capacity
Malaysia announces visa on arrival for Indian travellers from 1 June
Malaysia has announced Visa on Arrival (VOA) effective 1 June 2022 for Indian travellers through selected entry points via Singapore, Thailand, Brunei, or Indonesia
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…
India is going to be a magnificent cruise destination
India is going to be a magnificent cruise destination -
Cruise tourism is one of the most vibrant and fast-growing components of the leisure industry, said Union Minister Mr Sarbananda…
Past and Present Skål Asia Presidents Welcomed at Bangkok Meeting
Past and Present Skål Asia Presidents Welcomed at Bangkok Meeting, With travel between India and Thailand opening up and quarantine no longer required for fully vaccinated travellers, Skål…
ICC Men’s T20 World Cup Australia 2022 and Australian Open 2023 travel offerings from DreamSetGo
India’s premium sports travel and experiences platform DreamSetGo has become the ‘Official Travel Agent’ of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup Australia 2022
Direct flight from India to Madagascar on the anvil
Madagascar remains unexplored by Indian tourists, an island nation located just six hours away in the Indian Ocean next to Mauritius
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
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
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…
Major market players paved way to recovery in travel industry at ITB India
The concurrent three-day ITB India Conference featured close to 100 online sessions with over 80 industry experts
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
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
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
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.
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
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.
Fam 2 Malabar 500! Kerala unveils new project to tap tourism potential of Malabar region
Kerala has launched a major marketing initiative to tap the immense tourism potential of the Malabar region by roping in top tour operators from India and abroad to attract domestic and…
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.
Asia’s richest man checks into New York! Reliance buys Mandarin Oriental in NYC for $270 million
Reliance Industries (RIL) said its wholly owned subsidiary Reliance Industrial Investments and Holdings Limited (RIIHL) has signed an agreement to acquire 73.37 per cent stake in Mandarin…
Sri Lanka logs in tourism boom with highest travellers from India
Sri Lanka received the highest number of foreign tourists in December 2021, with majority of the holidaymakers from 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
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,…
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.
IndiGo renews partnership with French hospitality group Accor
Budget carrier IndiGo said that it has renewed its partnership with French hospitality group Accor
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…
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,…
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…
5 Instagrammable destinations you need to visit as travel restarts
DiscoverCars.com has also looked into which of these are the most Instagrammable locations, based on how many Instagram posts there are under each location's hashtag.
Here today and gone tomorrow! Most Instagrammable destinations that are cut off from the world
DiscoverCars.com have listed some of the most inspiring low tide locations to visit and informs you when the best times to visit are, in order to encourage people to visit these destinations
Oman Air to join Oneworld
A report on Reuters on Sunday stated that Oman Air had decided to apply for membership in the Oneworld Alliance, whose chairman currently is Akbar Al Baker, CEO of Qatar Airways.
Kenya has reopened borders for Indian travellers
The flights from India to Kenya can now resume, giving impetus to travels that have been curtailed by the Covid-19-pandemic
Final bids for Air India disinvestment today, Tata and SpiceJet joins race
Air India’s disinvestment process has moved into the final stages, with Tata Sons and SpiceJet promoter Ajay Singh having submitted their final bids to acquire 100% stake in the national…
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
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.
SpiceJet to unveil IATA Travel Pass for international travel on 23 August
As international travel picks up, SpiceJet will begin trial of IATA (International Air Transport Association) Travel Pass mobile app for digital health verification
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
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
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
Marriott Bonvoy allows members to get closer to IPL action
Marriott Bonvoy, the loyalty programme by Marriott International, has announced an exclusive series of experiences in store for Marriott Bonvoy members during the upcoming cricket season
Nostalgia revisited! Maharashtra gears up for comeback of horse-driven Victoria carriage
Maharashtra Tourism is all set to bring back the old charm of Mumbai with the launch of electric version of the iconic horse-driven Victoria carriage, which will serve as another tourist…
BLADE India expands services in Maharashtra
Urban air mobility provider BLADE India has launched services to Hilton Shillim Estate Retreat & Spa, Dharana at Shillim and Aamby Valley
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…
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
Mauritius unveils Covid-19 vaccination programme as it plans to safely reopen borders to tourism
Mauritius has begun the vaccination of staff in the tourism industry in preparation of reopening its’ borders later in 2021
Top places where Americans will travel post pandemic
New research from online travel marketplace, KOALA, reveals the most in-demand future vacation destinations for American citizens and how they differ from state to state
Phase one of Travancore Heritage Tourism Project to focus on Kerala capital
The Kerala Government is set to begin Travancore Heritage Tourism Project (THTP) that envisages conservation of the region’s palaces, mansions and temples
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
Accor expands with new hotels in India and Turkey
Accor, an augmented hospitality group, has added India and Turkey to its Middle East & Africa region.
Qatar Airways Privilege Club cuts the number of Qmiles required to book award flights by up to 49%
Qatar Airways Privilege Club now offers the most competitive award flight pricing among Middle East carriers Members can now travel with less Qmiles and no booking fees for award flights
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…
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
‘Game On!’ MakeMyTrip forays into UAE with first campaign for IPL cricket fans
MakeMyTrip announced its foray into the United Arab Emirates with its portfolio of rich travel offerings for travellers
United Airlines adding new nonstop flights to Africa, India and Hawaii
United Airlines today announced plans to expand its global route network with new nonstop service to Africa, India and Hawaii. With these new routes, United will offer more nonstop service…
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
Holland America Line opens bookings for 2021-22 voyages
Holland America Line is opening bookings for two of its most epic explorations: the 2022 Grand World Voyage and the 2021 Grand Africa Voyage. Guests who want to circle the globe on the…
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
TAT hosts India’s first-ever luxury virtual connect
Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) conducted India Luxury Virtual Connect (ILVC), India’s first-ever virtual roadshow, which was designed exclusively for leading travel partners across…
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…
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…
Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts collaborates with Johns Hopkins Medicine International to ensure health and safety
Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts has entered into a collaboration with Johns Hopkins Medicine International to validate its new global health and safety program, Lead With Care, and provide…
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,…
Viator launches #RoamFromHome to help travellers keep exploring
To help travellers see the world while so much of it and so many of us remain on lockdown, Viator introduced a new project called #RoamFromHome – partnering with tour guides, attractions and…
Smile on! Marriott lights up across Asia Pacific to spark hope
Marriott International across Asia Pacific is lighting up its properties to send a positive message, offering a ray of hope to the communities they are in for locals and travellers…
10 movies to satisfy your thirst for travel during home quarantine
Here are 10 movies you can binge on during quarantine that will tour you around the world on your couch.
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…
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…
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…
Three ITB events cancelled so far; ITB Asia to push through
At the heels of ITB Berlin 2020 cancellation, ITB India has been postponed to 2021 due to the ongoing health crisis prompted by the new coronavirus.
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
Mahindra Holidays to acquire stressed assets
Mahindra Holidays is looking at acquiring stressed assets in the hospitality sector across different parts of the country, including Kashmir.
Kavinder Singh, managing director and CEO…
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…
IndiGo goes to Dammam
In a bid to expand its international operations and strengthens its presence in the Middle East, IndiGo has announced the launch of Dammam as its 24th international and 87th overall…
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.…
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…
Thailand welcomes 38.26 millionth tourist
Thailand welcomed its 38.26 millionth tourist to the kingdom, a record high for the country that surpasses last year’s 38.17 million arrivals. Travelling from Mumbai in India, Devanshi…
India on South African Tourism’s radar
South African Tourism is all set to mark the beginning of 2020 with their biggest, independent travel trade initiative in India – their annual roadshow. The 17th edition of the roadshow…
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.
Artists showcase Costa Rica through paper and light
Four Seasons has introduced its latest 'envoys', Mumbai-based artists Hari & Deepti, who created a window into Costa Rica, made with intricately crafted paper and light sculpture.
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…
33% more Brits are flying over New Year this year
British travellers are, on the whole, travelling more since last year with a 33% increase in people flying between 30 December 2019 and 7 January 2020
RwandAir: We’re delighted by the initial response from customers
Confident and ambitious African airline RwandAir has declared that its new Kigali to Guangzhou service is performing better than it had expected.
The three times weekly service, which…
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.…
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…
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…
Tourism Office of Spain appoints new director for India
The Tourism Office of Spain (Turespaña) in Mumbai, India, has appointed Elisa Robles-Fraga as the new director. She has joined operations in this office and has commenced her position as…
Signum CEO: “The hotel does the thinking for them”
In this exclusive TD interview, we speak with founder and CEO Mehul Sharma, about creating a culture, competing in the space and the group's plans for the future.
GoAir adds 12 flights to network from 5 October
As part of an aggressive expansion strategy, GoAir is adding 12 flights to its route network taking its tally to over 325 daily services. The new services will operate between Delhi…
TCEB in India: “India is a lucrative market that is ranked number third in terms of exhibitors”
Thailand Convention and Exhibition Bureau (TCEB) has returned from its recent mission to Mumbai, to boost the number of Indian corporate and business travellers, where the organisation…
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…
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…
11 cities for street food-obsessed travellers
Dim sum, curry fishballs and cheung fun are only some of the street food one can find in Hong Kong. The city emerged as the best city for street food, according to the latest research of My…
Indian hotel market ‘stuck in orbit’ despite favourable demand-supply equations
The Indian Hospitality – Trends & Opportunities Report 2019 released by hotel consultancy firm, Hotelivate after analysing the performance metrics of 1,068 branded hotels spread…