Department of Culture & Tourism (DCT) Abu Dhabi is organising Reunite #INABUDHABI- Luxury webinar today at 11:30am IST. Particpants will get a chance to learn more about upscale experiences, luxurious stay options, world-class dining and entertainment options. To join the webinar, write to jaspreet.kaur@ddppl.com or call +91 9650196532.

As more destinations ease restrictions and vaccination rates continue to improve, WTTC’s latest predictions show strong growth in foreign spending for 2022 and beyond, with overseas spending projected to surpass domestic spending. The report focuses on consumer booking trends, considerations, and profiles. It also includes examples of markets whose endurance has served as a platform for the Travel & Tourism sector’s revival.

The airline has stated that it is committed to increasing flights to destinations that have been temporarily halted owing to the pandemic, as well as facilitating for Indians to visit those destinations. Sri Lanka was one of the first countries to open its borders and welcome fully vaccinated Indian visitors, including those who had received the covaxin vaccine.

Delhi govt’s ban on the entry of petrol and diesel transport vehicles into Delhi till December 3, is not applicable to EVs and CNG vehicles. Even tourist vehicles are allowed into the state, said Amrit Mann (Hon. Secretary), ITTA, “Authorities should not make transport the scape goat, As per the resarch, vehicles contribute to less than 20 per cent of the pollution.”

Upon the DOT’s request, the Inter-Agency Task Force on the Management of Emerging Infectious Diseases (IATF-EID) has approved the entry of fully vaccinated tourists from Green List countries. Only fully vaccinated individuals with vaccines recognized by the country’s Food and Drug Administration under an Emergency Use Authorization (EUA) or those authorized by the World Health Organization will be allowed entry to the country.

Jyotiraditya Scindia, Union Civil Aviation Minister, revealed that the Central government intends to double the number of airports in the country to more than 200 by 2023-24. He told a conference of state and UT civil aviation ministers that the Centre wants to build at least one heliport in each district in collaboration with the states and UTs. For seaplanes, capital support is expected from the states.

At the ongoing India international trade fair, Satpal Maharaj launched ‘Uttarakhand Day.’ “Uttarakhand‘s cultural heritage is gaining popularity at the trade show. The enthusiasm of the public suggests that the people adore Uttarakhand‘s products.” “The State Government is determined to stimulate investment and create jobs in the State. In the ‘Ease of Doing Business’ program, the state is among the top industrial states of the country,” he remarked.

Jyotiraditya Scindia, Union Civil Aviation Minister said, “The government is assessing the process of regularising international flight operations. Keep in mind what’s going around the world, particularly in Russia and parts of Europe, experiencing a fourth wave despite vaccines,” he remarked at a CII event. The government will assess the COVID-19 situation, before deciding on scheduled international flights that were suspended in March 2020.

Switzerland Tourism will conduct a webinar today at 3pm IST, focusing on three touristic offerings: – The Jungfrau Region, a popular Alpine holiday destination – The traditional and bespoke Hotel Belvedere Grindelwald – Swissminiatur, the popular park in the Ticino Region that houses miniature replicas of popular Swiss attractions To register, contact jaspreet.kaur@ddppl.com or 9650196532. Or register directly by clicking on https://event.webinarjam.com/register/333/3v7k1im1

After the tourism & culture ministers’ conference of southern region and the ITM in Nagaland, Ministry of Tourism is planning a meeting with the tourism ministers of all the states, reveals Arvind Singh, Secretary, Tourism. “Once the situation normalises, we can plan a meeting of all tourism ministers in the country,” he adds.