Guests can now book 3-night and 4-night voyages via the Disney Cruise Line website, contact centre, or preferred travel agents The much-awaited Disney Adventure is now open for guests across India and the world to book. Sailing from Singapore in 2025, the one-of-a-kind Disney Adventure will offer families throughout the region the ultimate holiday at sea. The first Disney Cruise Line ship to homeport in Asia will be a “destination” itself where guests will be taken on a journey filled with immersive storytelling and captivating entertainment which draws on over 100 years of storytelling from Disney, Marvel and Pixar. On the Disney Adventure, the magic will come alive through seven uniquely themed areas: Disney Imagination Garden, Toy Story Place, San Fransokyo Street, Town Square, Wayfinder Bay, Disney Discovery Reef, and Marvel Landing. Here’s How to Book: Guests can book directly from the Disney Cruise Line website; contact centre; or through preferred travel agents. Sailing Dates and Duration Maiden Voyage: 15 December, 2025 Sail Dates: Dates available through March 2026 Cruise Length Options: ○ 3-night cruises (Mon-Thu) ○ 4-night cruises (Thu-Mon) Departure and Return: All cruises will depart from and return to the Marina Bay Cruise Centre, Singapore. Stateroom Options Choose from a variety of staterooms, including Inside, Oceanview, Verandah, and Concierge options, designed to cater to every budget and preference. The cruise fare covers accommodation, world-class dining, incredible entertainment, character meet-and-greets, and more. The Disney Adventure will also go on to introduce numerous “firsts” in the Disney Cruise Line fleet, along with experiences thoughtfully designed to delight guests in Asia, including: Enthralling Entertainment Disney Cruise Line’s unique approach to ship design—where every space and venue brings stories to life—sets the …

The Leading Hotels of the World, (LHW) recently held its exclusive 2024 Leading Experience India event at LHW member hotel, Villa & Palazzo Aminta Beauty & SPA (Stresa, Italy), from 9 – 12 November. This exceptional gathering, hosted by Craig Adamson, Managing Director, Asia Pacific (excl. China) and Deepak Arora, Director, India, brought together top-tier travel advisors from India and a selection of LHW member hotels to celebrate excellence and foster connections. The event honoured outstanding revenue producers and LAN users within the India travel trade, while insightful discussions and inspiring speeches set the stage for future growth. Attendees savoured memorable moments, from celebrating achievements to sharing a final toast over a spectacular dinner, embodying the perfect blend of business and camaraderie.  

Between October and December 2024, Agoda observed a 4 per cent rise in inbound searches and a 10 per cent increase in domestic searches for popular spiritual destinations across India. As per the report, Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Chennai, Kochi, and Varanasi lead the charge for domestic and international visitors.

Arunachal Pradesh, which has captured the imagination of adventurers for thrilling and off-beat experiences, tops the adventure travel destinations list for 2025. The list was released by Vaibhav Kala, Senior Vice President, ATOAI and Founder, Aquaterra Adventures India, after a survey of over 1,000 passionate adventure travellers.

Raja Vaqoob Farooq, Director, Tourism, Kashmir revealed that Union Ministry of Tourism is in dialogue with Ministry of Home Affairs on allowing satellite phones for trekkers in no-network zones in the Kashmir valley. Farooq said trekking is an important part of the valley’s tourism and the department has identified 75 new tracks.

Inaugural flight on 12th April 2025; New route will be served all year round Iceland, world’s largest vulcano island and known for its rugged nature with geysers, glaciers and waterfalls, becomes the latest addition to LOT Polish Airlines’ growing route network from 12th April 2025. Four times a week, the Polish airline, which is a member of Star Alliance for more than 20 years, will connect its global hub in Warsaw with Keflavik Airport on the outskirts of the Icelandic capital Reykjavik. The departure time is every Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday at 21:35h with arrival in Reykjavik after a 4:20 hour flight at 23:55h local time. On Sundays, the flight departs Warsaw at 21:50h (arriving in Reykjavik at 0:10h). The new Iceland flights of LOT Polish Airlines in summer 2025: Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday Departure with LO 499 in Warsaw at 21:35h, arrival in Keflavik at 23:55h local time Departure with LO 500 in Keflavik at 0:45h, arrival in Warsaw at 6:45h local time Sunday Departure with LO 499 in Warsaw at 21:50h, arrival in Keflavik at 0:10h local time Departure with LO 500 in Keflavik at 1:00h, arrival in Warsaw at 7:00h local time Also in winter to Keflavik In the 2025/2026 winter season, LOT Polish Airlines will fly to Iceland three times a week: every Tuesday, Thursday and Sunday with departure from Warsaw at 21:50h and arrival in Keflavik at 1:25h local time. On the flights to Iceland, LOT Polish Airlines will operate modern Boeing 737 aircraft with two service classes: LOT Business Class and LOT Economy Class. “Iceland is an up-and-coming destination with a good tourist infrastructure where visitors experience something truly unique. This small country in …

The 125-key hotel will be a standout addition to IHG’s portfolio and strengthen presence in key spiritual destinations in India.  IHG Hotels & Resorts, one of the world’s leading hotel companies, has signed a management agreement to develop a Holiday Inn Express hotel in the city of Ayodhya. Scheduled to open by mid-2028, the signing aligns with IHG’s strategic focus on expanding its presence in high-growth markets in India, including key spiritual destinations that are attracting large volume of travelers. With over 3,100 hotels worldwide, Holiday Inn Express is IHG’s largest and fastest-growing hotel brand. Renowned for its accessible, comfortable accommodations and streamlined services, the brand is a preferred choice for travelers seeking rest, recharge, and productivity. Once open, Holiday Inn Express Ayodhya will embody these core principles, catering to both spiritual, leisure and MICE travelers. Ayodhya rose to prominence as India’s most visited tourist place in 2024, with over 110 million visitors in first half of 2024. Strategically located in close proximity to the airport and just minutes from both the main temple complex and the Railway Station, Holiday Inn Express Ayodhya will be easily accessible, making it an ideal choice for travellers. The hotel will feature 125 well-appointed rooms, an all-day dining, a fitness centre, business center, parking space, laundry room and a spacious meeting room. Commenting on the signing, Sudeep Jain, Managing Director, South West Asia, IHG Hotels & Resorts said, “We are thrilled to announce the signing of Holiday Inn Express Ayodhya. Ayodhya has become one of India’s most preferred tourist destinations in 2024. With Holiday Inn Express Ayodhya’s strategic location, the hotel will benefit predominantly from spiritual tourism year-round. The hotel is poised to offer …

Al Habib Emporio, a hotel and development company based out of Srinagar, has announced the opening of Ramada Encore by Wyndham Srinagar Rajbagh in Jammu & Kashmir under franchise with Wyndham Hotels & Resorts which is the world’s largest hotel franchising company with more than 9,200 hotels in 95+ countries. This Ramada Encore by Wyndham is located in Rajbagh, posh locality of Srinagar on Jhelum River, just 2.5 km away from Dal Lake and 12.5 Km from Srinagar Airport. The hotel is conveniently located close to key tourist attractions such as Shankaracharya Temple, Shalimar Bagh Mughal Garden, Tulip Garden, Jama Masjid, etc as well as to the key commercial centre of Kashmir. The hotel has 48 modern rooms and a host of amenities including a lobby lounge, an All-Day Dining, swimming pool, fitness centre, event space and a business centre. The city other than being the summer capital, is also known for its natural environment, various gardens, waterfronts and houseboats. “Opening Ramada Encore by Wyndham Srinagar Rajbagh represents a strategic milestone in strengthening our footprint in high-potential markets like India. Srinagar, with its growing tourism appeal and rich cultural heritage, offers an ideal setting to meet the rising demand for quality accommodations. This hotel, featuring a prime location and modern amenities, is perfectly positioned to cater to the evolving needs of business and leisure travellers while reinforcing Wyndham’s commitment to driving growth in key regions. Partnering with Al Habib Emporio, we are proud to bring trusted hospitality to this iconic destination,” said Dimitris Manikis, President, Wyndham Hotels & Resorts EMEA. “We are excited to unveil our hotel affiliated to the internationally recognised “Ramada Encore by Wyndham” brand. The tourists are …

Sofitel Mumbai BKC won the ‘Best Luxury Business Hotel – West India’ at ITA 2024. Manish Dayya, GM said, “Our industry is all about innovation, creativity, and curating memorable experiences. It is a pleasure to see everyone learn from each other’s experiences, whether it is to do with stay, F&B or even sustainability practices.”

IATA forecasts a global airline profit of $36.6 billion in 2025, despite ongoing challenges. This will be a hard-earned achievement as airlines navigate lower oil prices, high load factors, cost controls, decarbonisation efforts, and a return to normal growth levels following the pandemic. Association expects airlines to adapt and thrive.