Kerala is all set to kick-start four international events in 2024. The events include International Paragliding Festival, Surfing Festival, International Mountain Cycling Championship, and Malabar River Festival. More than 15 countries will participate in these events, says State Tourism Minister.

DGCA has issued revised flight duty time rules, under which weekly rest periods have been increased from 36 hours to 48 hours for flight crew. As per new guidelines, night duty will now cover the period from midnight to 6 am in the morning as compared to five am earlier.

On 14 January, 2024, Chandni Travels will celebrate its 30th anniversary. The celebration will include a grand get-together with esteemed partners. They will unveil four new products – Chandni Online Travel, Chandni Technologies, Chandni DMC, and Chandni Foundation.

Goa Tourism Minister Rohan Khaunte has launched India’s first regenerative tourism model in the state. He said, “Goa has a rich cultural heritage including some temples known as South Kashi, and 11 spiritual sites in the coastal state would be promoted under the Ekadasha Teertha scheme.”

To attract more tourists, Andaman and Nicobar administration has taken initiatives, including granting access to uninhabited islands, allowing beaches to stay open till late night, development of a 5-star property at Megapode in Port Blair under PPP, and reaching out to more airlines.

Cygnett Hotels & Resorts Pvt. Ltd. has announced the opening of a new property in Jaipur, marking it as the hotel chain’s second property in the vibrant ‘Pink City.’ The new hotel offers proximity to both the Jaipur airport and the Sitapura industrial area. Blending ‘Cygnetture’ service with cutting-edge technology, the new property promises a seamless and sophisticated experience for travellers. Cygnett Style Ganga features 45 well-appointed rooms, meticulously equipped with modern amenities and comforts. With its strategic location and exceptional culinary offerings, Cygnett Style Ganga serves as an ideal destination catering to the needs of both business travellers and leisure tourists alike. This full-service budget hotel offers a decorative and stylish atmosphere, ensuring an unforgettable stay. Sarbendra Sarkar, Founder & Chairman, Cygnett Hotels & Resorts, said, “We have redefined economy to mean affordable comfort at its best. We assure maximum value at minimum rates, ensuring consistency, top-notch quality, and utmost satisfaction for our valuable guests.” “Our focus has been to open our hotels in both known and upcoming tourism destinations of the country. Rajasthan is one of the most known global tourist destinations. We already have a Cygnett Park brand in the city and the addition of Cygnett Style Ganga in our portfolio has further strengthened our presence in the Pink City,” he further noted. The forthcoming additions of a Rooftop Restro Bar, Spa, and Gym promise to elevate the hotel experience to new heights. Moreover, the rooftop swimming pool provides a serene escape for relaxation and rejuvenation amidst the city’s hustle and bustle. Additionally, the hotel offers versatile spaces for gatherings and events. The hotel’s event spaces are thoughtfully crafted with contemporary aesthetics, cutting-edge technology, and flawless connectivity. These …

As per Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority, the country recorded over 25,000 tourists within the first four days of 2024 (1st – 4th). A total of 25,619 tourists were recorded in the period, out of which 5,060 were identified as Russian tourists, and 3,333 were Indian nationals.

Shripad Yesso Naik, Union Minister of State for Tourism, stressed on the importance of coming up with a new medical tourism policy. “In order to improve medical tourism, the government in the upcoming budget will include subsidies and benefits for patients coming to India,” he said.

Amidst ongoing controversial remarks by Maldive’s politician, a lot of agents and companies are cancelling Maldives bookings. Riaz Munshi, President, OTOAI, said, “Approximately, Maldives faces 40%-50% cancellation by Indian trade. Due to this comment, there is uproar in social media, impacting sentiment of people in India. Some outbound operators have also cancelled their bookings”.

EbixCash joins hands with Sheraton Travels to inaugurate their new EbixCash Travel Experience Centre in Connaught Place, Delhi. Naveen Kundu, Managing Director, EbixCash Travel, announced, “We plan to open approximately 30 centers similar to this one in tier two, tier three, and tier four cities across the country.”