Category Archives: Agents

One of Fiji’s most luxurious and top independently owned/operated resorts, the award-winning Yasawa Island Resort & Spa, Fiji, recently announced the completion of a million-dollar renovation, according to Director/Owner James McCann. The six-month renovation will be completed this month. With only 18 spacious bungalows, a small group of Fijian villagers as its neighbors, and 30 minutes by private air transfer from Nadi International Airport, the secluded Resort has reasons to celebrate with a stunning new renovation of its public space as well as the exterior/interior of villas.

It’s always important to bring a few essentials while travelling but equally important are some key smartphone apps for an easier and more efficient travel experience. Here are 6 apps that cover important aspects of travel such as navigation, itinerary organisation, language translation, currency conversion, and weather forecasting.   TripIt TripIt organizes all your travel plans in one place. Simply forward your confirmation emails for flights, hotels, rental cars, and more to TripIt, and it will create a detailed itinerary for you. It also sends you real-time alerts for flight delays, gate changes, and other important updates. It keeps you updated in real-time and offers convenient sharing and integration features. TripIt provides insights into your travel habits, including the number of miles you’ve travelled, the number of countries visited, and more. You can access your TripIt itinerary offline too.   Google Translate Another essential app apart from Google Maps is Google Translate. It helps communicate with locals by translating text, speech, and even images. It supports over 100 languages and offers offline translation for when you don’t have internet access. Whether you need to translate signs, menus, or written instructions, you can simply type or paste the text into the app, and it will provide a translation in your desired language. It also has an instant camera translation feature such as street signs, menus, or documents.   Weather Underground This app provides hyper-local forecasts, interactive radar maps, severe weather alerts, and crowd-sourced reports from weather enthusiasts, ensuring you’re prepared for whatever Mother Nature throws your way. The app features interactive radar maps that allow you to track weather patterns in real-time. This can be useful for monitoring approaching storms, assessing …

Chief Minister Dr. Mohan Yadav said that as a step ahead the government is now providing air transportation facilities in Madhya Pradesh. Expanding air service to religious and other destinations of the state is in progress. He added that after Ujjain and Omkareshwar the air service will also start for Datia, Mehar, Orchha.

An American Express 2024 Global Travel Trends Report said a remarkable 62% of Indian travellers plan to increase their travel expenditure. With food and accommodation as paramount considerations, beach vacations, adventure trips, and metropolitan explorations are high on the agenda for them. Notably, 67% aspire for beach vacations, 58% seek outdoor adventures, and 55% aim to explore new cities.

More than a year ago, Sharzede Datu HJ. Salleh Askor, CEO, Sarawak Tourism Board, welcomed about 500 TAFI members to her state for the association’s annual convention. Since then, she has seen a rise in visitors from India. She said, “We have seen great results from hosting the TAFI convention in 2022 in Sarawak; the numbers from India have increased. In fact, December 2023 received one of the highest numbers of Indian visitors to Sarawak.”

Maharashtra is set to become the first Indian state to buy land in union territory of Jammu and Kashmir to construct a tourist facility for the state’s people. Maharashtra Bhawan will be constructed in central Kashmir’s Budgam–first-ever state Bhavan in the valley on 2.5 acres of land at Ichgam, near Srinagar airport. The Jammu and Kashmir government has approved the transfer of land to the Maharashtra government for ₹8.16 crore.

Leading with their new ‘Only one Washington, DC’ campaign, Destination DC (DDC), the official destination marketing organization for Washington, DC, conducted a sales mission in India from February 25 to 29. The delegation, including the CEO and President of Destination DC, Elliott L. Ferguson, II visited Mumbai and Delhi, the leading markets for inbound tourism in Washington, DC from India. Destination DC engaged with the Indian travel trade and media by organizing one-on-one meetings and VIP events to promote what’s new and upcoming, as well as what is historic and iconic in the famed capital city of the USA. India ranks at number four among the overseas markets for Washington, DC. Elliott L. Ferguson, II was thrilled to be back in the market and said, “We have received a remarkable response from the travel trade and media which clearly proves that India is a key market for us. Our dedicated visits to various markets help us showcase our latest products and the variety that DC has to offer visitors. Currently, some travelers still tend to equate Washington, DC solely with politics, which is why we implemented our #Only1DC campaign, to share our diverse and cultured experiences beyond the U.S. government.” Ferguson II also conveyed that DC was leading the way in sustainable tourism initiatives and will continue to do so. According to the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC), Washington, DC is the 1st LEED Platinum City in the World. In 2023 and 2022, Washington, DC was ranked #1 for its parks system in the country by the Trust for Public Land. Delhi DDC recently launched their new ‘Only one Washington, DC’ campaign which showcases Washington, DC as the only city …

India has a vibrant economy, a large young population and a rich cultural heritage which make it attractive for investors and visitors, according to the CEO of the world’s largest visa outsourcing company. Zubin Karkaria, founder and CEO of VFS Global, said India is undergoing a rapid economic and social transformation. “This creates new opportunities for business, trade, tourism, and culture. I truly believe this is India’s decade,” he said. “In VFS global, we are very optimistic about the prospects of India as a global destination, as a source, both for inbound tourism and outbound travellers. India has a vibrant and diverse economy, a large young population, and a rich cultural heritage. These factors make India attractive, both for investors and visitors,” he told PTI in a recent interview. Known for creating a new industry of visa and passport outsourcing, VFS Global in just 22 years of its inception operates in 149 countries through 3,353 application centers. So far it has processed 278 million applications and 130 million biometrics enrolments. Today VFS Global is the trusted partner of 67 governments, including the Five Eyes Intelligence Alliance (the United States, the United Kingdom, Australia, Canada and New Zealand), and 24 of the 27 Schengen countries. “VFS Global is a truly Indian success story that has gone global. I mean truly global. I conceptualised and launched VFS Global in India, one of the first made-in-India unicorns to become a global leader in its field,” Karkaria said. “We remain committed to supporting India’s growth story by providing seamless and tech-driven visa services to events, to secure cross-border mobility for people and trade. This is to and from India, thereby contributing to India’s economic …

RezLive.com, a prominent global B2B online travel wholesaler, proudly announces its outstanding presence and success at the prestigious OTM event recently held in Mumbai. This event served as an invaluable platform for RezLive.com to engage with numerous travel agents and esteemed hotel partners, fostering fruitful connections and showcasing the latest offerings. OTM Mumbai provided an exceptional opportunity for RezLive.com to strengthen relationships with travel agents and partners, as well as to introduce them to the company’s innovative solutions and enhanced benefits. The event witnessed a significant turnout of agents, creating an ideal setting for meaningful interactions and networking. The sales team took the opportunity to inform agents about the most recent offerings, including the exclusive RezVault Top-Up Bonus. This special bonus emphasizes RezLive.com’s dedication to delivering additional value to its partners and supporting their achievements within the travel industry. In addition to RezRewards, RezVault and Money box, RezLive.com highlighted its innovative product, Affiliate.Travel, which is revolutionizing the travel industry landscape. Powered by the vision of RezLive.com, Affiliate.Travel is reshaping how travel partners and businesses collaborate. This groundbreaking platform offers a new paradigm in affiliate marketing for the travel sector, providing affiliates with the opportunity to have a dedicated sub-affiliate portal. This portal can be customized and offered to their B2C clients or corporates, empowering affiliates to enhance their offerings and expand their reach in the market. Affiliate.Travel stands as a testament to RezLive.com’s commitment to driving innovation and fostering mutually beneficial partnerships within the travel industry. “We are thrilled with the overwhelming response we received at OTM Mumbai,” said Jaal Shah, Group Managing Director, RezLive.com. “It was fantastic to connect with so many agents and partners, and we are excited …

Europamundo, a JTB Group company, introduces full board river cruises in Europe with a duration of 5-10 days. Find more than 100 departures, in 32 routes, distributed among more than 10 ships, to sail across rivers carrying history in their waters such as Rhine, Danube, and Moselle – the same rivers that will take us to 18 countries and 82 cities to discover. These cruises have the best price quality ratio in the market.   Grand Cruise Croatia This 8-day starts in Dubrovnik, the heart of the Dalmatian coast, with a guided tour of Dubrovnik. This is followed by an excursion to Mljet Island, one of the most beautiful islands in the Adriatic. The sailing also includes a visit to the Krka Falls National Park, and a guided tour of the Trogir city. Built on an island, Trogir is a gem of labyrinthine streets interspersed with staircases and vaulted passages. This is followed by a visit to Split, Hvar, and Vis, and then finally Kotor and back to Dubrovnik.   Landscapes of the Rhine Embarkation for this cruise starts in Frankfurt with a group transfer from Frankfurt airport to Mainz and an Overnight in Rüdesheim onboard the ship. In the morning we will enjoy the beautiful landscapes of the Moselle on a scenic navigation that will take us to the charming town of Cochem. One of the most picturesque and popular towns on the Moselle River, it stands out for its spectacular “Reichsburg” castle. The city is known for its tourist interest, its beauty and for its wines, as some of the best wines in Germany are produced in this area. The cruise then sails through Bernkastel, TRIER, ZELL, KOBLENZ …