WTTC’s latest Environmental & Social Research (ESR) reveals that Travel & Tourism accounted for 6.7% of global emissions in 2023, down from 7.8% in 2019. Global GHG emissions were 12% lower than the 2019 peak, with GHG intensity decreasing by 8.4%. This indicates that the sector’s growth is becoming cleaner and more sustainable

Join the Sabah Tourism Board for an engaging travel trade webinar today at 12 pm to explore the region’s stunning natural beauty, rich cultural heritage, and UNESCO World Heritage sites. Learn how your business can benefit from Malaysia’s visa-free entry and the growing eco-tourism potential. Register now at jaspreet.kaur@ddppl.com or 9650196532 for valuable insights and a chance to win exclusive prizes. 

Cozmo Travel won the Best Emerging TMC in India award at the India Travel Awards, celebrating its 10th anniversary. Santosh Kanchan, Country Head, India, expressed his gratitude, stating, “We began with visas, evolved into DMCs, and now serve global corporate clients. This recognition for our hard work is truly rewarding, and it’s an honour to receive the Maya trophy.”    

Mugdha Sinha, Director General (Tourism), Government of India, Ministry of Tourism said, “Vision 2047 for Tourism aims to elevate India’s inbound tourism by tenfold, positioning us as a premier global destination. With technology and big data as transformative drivers, we are not just upgrading infrastructure, but also leveraging tourist behaviour analytics to tailor our offerings.” 

Nok Air plans to expand its India operations with the launch of eight weekly flights from Mumbai to Bangkok from 28 October this year. Ranon Viputsiri, Chief Commercial Officer, Nok Air, said, “India is a large market compared to many other countries, and there is substantial demand for travel from India to Thailand.”  

The Hotel Association of India (HAI) recently organised the Sustainability Conclave, Life@100, aimed at promoting sustainable practices within the hospitality sector. A key highlight of the event was the signing of a MoU between HAI and the Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC), marking a strategic partnership to raise awareness and promote sustainability certification among HAI member hotels. 

Explore Singapore’s latest offerings, destination updates, and exciting new products in this special webinar hosted by the Singapore Tourism Board today at 3pm. Gain valuable insights to help create enriched itineraries for your clients, showcasing the best of what Singapore has to offer. For more information, or to register, please contact Jaspreet Kaur at jaspreet.kaur@ddppl.com or 9650196532. test offerings, destination updates, and exciting new products in this special webinar hosted by the Singapore Tourism Board today at 3pm. Gain valuable insights to help create enriched itineraries for your clients, showcasing the best of what Singapore has to offer. For more information, or to register, please contact Jaspreet Kaur at jaspreet.kaur@ddppl.com or 9650196532.

Crowne Plaza Kochi was honoured with the Best MICE Hotel – South India award at the India Travel Awards. Dinesh Rai, General Manager, Crowne Plaza Kochi, accepted the award on behalf of the hotel, and said, “This award is a testament to our team’s hard work, and I dedicate it to each and every one of them. I’m delighted to share that our efforts have resulted in a 55-60 per cent growth in the MICE segment.” 

Addressing the World Tourism Day 2024 event, Jagdeep Dhankhar, Vice-President of India, stated, “The Ministry of Tourism and Culture and Ministry of Civil Aviation is set to face significant challenges ahead, as the tourism sector is booming. You will have to be in action 24X7 to fully exploit the enormous potential of tourism in this country.” He emphasised the major transformations over the past decade, including the doubling of airports and the development of world-class infrastructure—spanning railroads, highways, and expressways—that now rival the best in the world.  

Union Minister of Tourism and Culture, Gajendra Singh Shekhawat, announced the launch of the ChaloIndia campaign, offering free visas for the first 100,000 foreign visitors to India on World Tourism Day 2024. He also highlighted the unifying power of tourism, stating, “Tourism is the sector that connects us all and bridges the gaps between cultures and nations”.