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”.

ETrav won the ‘Fastest Growing B2B Travel Portal’ award at the India Travel Awards. The platform offers diverse services, including flights, holiday packages, and hotel bookings, with a robust network across the Gulf, Southeast Asia, and America. “The award goes to our agents who have significantly contributed to our growth,” said, Heniel Rupaarelia, MD, ETrav Tech. 

Join an exclusive Festivals #InAbuDhabi webinar on Thursday, 26 September 2024 at 3 PM IST. Explore the vibrant festivals and cultural events happening in Abu Dhabi, offering insights into the region’s rich traditions. For more details, contact Jaspreet Kaur at +91 9650196532 or jaspreet.kaur@ddppl.com. 

The Phocuswright Global Travel Market Report 2024 highlights the increasing dominance of online travel, which is expected to grow at a CAGR of 9.8% between 2023 and 2026. By 2026, online bookings are forecasted to account for 65% of all travel bookings globally, up from 61% in 2023. 

During his visit to India, Martin Nydegger, CEO, Switzerland Tourism, stated, “While traveling less is not possible, our strategy is to aim for travel better. This is our strategy for long-haul markets like India. We aim to keep the market growing by steering the traction towards longer stays, extension of seasons, and sustainable travel.”