Air India has announced orders for 470 Boeing and Airbus passenger jets. It is buying 220 Boeing aircraft valued at $34bn and 250 passenger jets from Airbus. Air India is seeking to reinvent itself by expanding its operations and modernising its fleet to tap surging demand for affordable air travel. India is going to be the world’s third-largest market in the aviation sector,” Modi said, adding that over the next 15 years, it is estimated India will need more than 2,000 aircraft.

The Finance Minister has announced that an app will be developed covering all relevant aspects of tourism. States will be encouraged to set up Unity Malls in state capital as the most prominent tourism centres to promote One District One Product, GI products, handicrafts and products of other states.

As per JLL’s latest Hotel Momentum India (HMI) Q4, 2022, the hospitality sector continued to witness strong Y-o-Y growth in Q4 2022, primarily driven by corporate travel, weddings, winter vacations and festivities. The year ended with a 90% Y-o-Y growth in RevPAR for the calendar year 2022 over 2021. The performance in Q4 2021 was strong as well on the back of weddings and domestic leisure travel, however corporate travel was only a fraction of what has been witnessed in Q4 2022.

Addressing the Inaugural session of the first Tourism Working Group Meeting under G20 hosted by the MoT at Rann of Kutch, Union Minister for Culture, Tourism and DoNER G.K Reddy said that the National Digital Tourism Mission (NDTM) is being formulated to ensure the digitalisation of the Tourism sector in Mission Mode and India  has built  many large scale  Digital Public  Infrastructure  such  as Aadhar  for Identity  and  UPI  for real-time payments.

Highlighting the importance of safety, the Union Minister remarked that the Government of India is focused on ensuring the safety and wellbeing of tourists travelling in India and is formulating and implementing Uniform Tourist Police for providing a safe and secure environment to the tourists. G.K Reddy also said that India is appointing nodal officers in the Indian Missions abroad of the top 20 source countries. Union Minister further said that the National Digital Tourism Mission (NDTM) is being formulated to ensure the digitalisation of the Tourism sector in Mission Mode and India has built  many large scale Digital Public  Infrastructure such as Aadhar for Identity and UPI for real-time payments.

A global study ‘Traveler Tribes 2033’ identifies four ‘tribes’ that will develop in the next 10 years. One of them is Pioneering Pathfinders and the study finds that 40% Indian respondents identified themselves as pioneer pathfinders. Individuals in this group live a fast-paced life with 82% between the ages of 23 and 41. This group is more willing than others to let sustainability influence their decisions.

New flight search data from KAYAK shows that flight searches over the last six months for India in 2023 have surpassed pre-pandemic levels, growing by about 29% compared to the same period in 2019. The US has long been one of India’s most prominent tourism sources, with searches for flights until the end of this year growing about 21% compared to the same pre-pandemic period. Increases in flight searches from other European countries are also very positive, with the UK having a spike in flight searches of about 48%.

Zuper Resorts has unveiled a new marvel in Panchgani. This quiet haven, called ‘The Cliff,’ is ensconced amidst valleys, waterfalls and natural greenery that will prevent you from returning to your origins. Encompassing 41 rooms and four divisions, these are spacious IoT-featured facilities where technology has been used intelligently to help guests stay in utmost comfort. A temperature-controlled swimming pool enables you to unwind any time of the day, the poolside Zenzi Bar endorses the best drinks in the country, and a 24/7 Tuckshop serves coffee and snacks. Those looking for an open-air dining experience can approach La Terrasse to savour a variety of Indian, Pan-Asian, and Continental delicacies. Rejuvenate at The Scarlet Spa, which employs the best beauty professionals who provide you with the finest blend of eastern and western therapies with massage rituals. Akaal Singh Manchanda, Founder & Director of Operations at Zuper Hotels & Resorts, said, “In line with our vision to curate countryside experiences for our guests, we are delighted to introduce The Cliff resort at a peaceful and tranquil location such as Panchgani. Our group is committed to the finest hospitality in an exclusive set-up, and “The Cliff” is just the right extension of our promise. We look forward to welcoming our guests for a quick getaway, retreat, or a special occasion.”

Addressing the 1st Tourism Working Group Meeting under G20 hosted by the Ministry of Tourism, Union Minister for Culture, Tourism and DoNER G.K Reddy said, “India is focused on using tourism as a vehicle for achieving sustainable development goals during India’s G20 Presidency. The soul of India lives in its villages and self-reliant villages will lead to a self-reliant India. Tourism has the potential for generating maximum number of jobs with least investment and therefore tourism can be a positive force for economic transformation, rural development and community well-being.”

Singapore Tourism Board, together with six stakeholders from Singapore, engages wedding planners in Mumbai and new Delhi in order to promote the country as a wedding destination. GB Srithar, its Regional Director, says, “It is our objective to re-introduce Singapore as a wedding destination of choice in India. Indian weddings have been happening in Singapore prior to Covid, in Sentosa and other parts of the island. About 20 wedding planners in Mumbai were invited to be part of a panel discussion recently where we highlighted all the wedding destination options that can consider.”