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Switzerland Tourism invites the trade to attend a webinar that will highlight SWISS, BLS Interlaken, Swissminatur, and FoxTown on October 12 at 3pm. Attend all webinars for a chance to win a trip to Switzerland in 2024! For more information, write to jaspreet.kaur@ddppl.com or 9650196532, or click here to register. The ‘Swiss’ experience for travellers begins as soon as they board their flight, especially if they are flying directly from India to Switzerland! Once they land, they are greeted with a variety of amazing activities and experiences. This webinar will showcase multiple products and include Swiss International Air Lines, the scenic cruise on Lake Thun and Lake Brienz by BLS Interlaken, Swissminiatur which is a popular park in Ticino housing miniature replicas of popular Swiss attractions, and FoxTown – Ticini’s shopping paradise.  

LOT Polish Airlines, a member of Star Alliance, is focusing on growth and has now presented the cornerstones of the company’s strategy until 2028. The most significant innovations include the fleet enhancement, the enlargement of the route network and a major cabin upgrade of the Boeing 787 Dreamliner long-haul fleet. In the short term, the airline offers additional options to the United States due to a new codeshare agreement with Jetblue Airways, effective end of October 2023. Until 2028, Poland’s national carrier is planning to increase its fleet size by around 50 percent (110 in 2028 vs. 75 currently). Along with that, the number of passengers is set to grow by around 70 percent (16.9 million in 2028 vs. 10.3 million estimated for 2023). The LOT Polish Airlines scheduled flight network will see nearly 20 new destinations, both medium and long-haul. In addition, there will be investments at airports for an enhanced passenger experience: the LOT Polonez Business Lounge at the airline’s global hub in Warsaw will be remodelled and refreshed, and a new LOT Polish Airlines lounge will be opened at Terminal 5 at Chicago O’Hare International Airport. Major investments into the Dreamliner fleet: new seats and enhanced entertainment options On long-haul flights, LOT Polish Airlines exclusively deploys Boeing 787 Dreamliner aircrafts. The airline will completely retrofit those in all cabins. The colours of the future interiors are inspired by Polish landscapes. The new design as a whole is intended to feature modernity while reflecting Polish hospitality and appreciating the company’s almost 95 years of history. There will be new seats in LOT Business Class, LOT Premium Economy Class and LOT Economy Class aboard the Dreamliner fleet, all from …

Speaking about some of the long-term side effects of the pandemic, Harmandeep Singh Anand, MD, Jagsons Travels, says, “The number of travel agents in Nagpur and the surrounding tiered cities has reduced as they have left the industry, leading to a huge shortage of trained staff. And it will take some time for this gap to be filled.”

Learn more Costa Serena and its sailings ex–Mumbai & Cochin in November and December 2023 at this exclusive webinar today at 3pm. It will highlight specially curated itineraries for a truly international experience with an Indian touch. For more information, write to jaspreet.kaur@ddppl.com or 9650196532. 

Learn more Costa Serena and its sailings ex–Mumbai & Cochin in November and December 2023 at this exclusive webinar today at 3pm. It will highlight specially curated itineraries for a truly international experience with an Indian touch. For more information, write to jaspreet.kaur@ddppl.com or 9650196532.

Atmosphere Core reveals ambitious expansion plan in India with proposed launch of 25 properties in India by 2025, with the inauguration of 8 hotels and resorts within 2 brands.

Hotelivate’s current report titled ‘The 2023 Indian Hospitality Trends & Opportunities Report’ claims that in 2023-24, nationwide occupancy is anticipated to range between 68-70% with the nationwide rates likely crossing ₹7,500.  

The market for India’s outbound tourism is on upward trajectory and shows an impressive rise. Gajesh Girdhar, Chairman, NIMA, mentioned, “The market is set to reach $15 bn in 2023, with anticipated 11.4% CAGR by 2032. The growth is driven by Indians especially millennial”.   

Trip to Mexico appoints Global Destinations as the sales and marketing representative in India market. Trip to Mexico is a tour operator in Mexico, specialising in unique trips. It has high-level transportation, direct contracts with hotels and special rates, reliable partners, highly trained personnel, and personalised attention for each client. Ksenia Tarasova (Vice Director) and Ramon Delgado (Director) have over 20 years of experience in the luxury and VIP agency markets of Russia, Ukraine, the United States, and Europe. Trip to Mexico is a proudly family-owned business committed to providing VIP-level care to our agency partners. Their proficiency extends to crafting exceptional experiences in Cuba. Ksenia Tarasova and Ramón Delgado – Spokespersons for Trip to Mexico commented on the partnership. “Understanding the importance of the Indian outbound market, we are excited to appoint Global Destinations as our representation company.” Pranav Kapadia, Founder, of Global Destinations comments “With our expertise in Latin America, re-entering Mexico was a key priority for us. We are indeed very excited to partner with Trip2Mexico and once again open our doors to Mexico.”

An exhilarating Familiarization (Fam) Trip unfolded in the vibrant state of Goa from the 5th to the 7th of October, 2023. This remarkable event, hosted at the exquisite Neelam’s The Grand, brought together 100 enthusiastic travel agents eager to delve deep into Goa’s hospitality offerings. Jointly orchestrated by IDMC World and Book N Fly, the Goa Fam Trip was a testament to the travel industry’s spirit of collaboration and exploration. A Journey of Discovery Over the course of three days, participants enjoyed an immersive journey of discovery, with exclusive access to 11 distinguished properties in Goa. Each property, introduced by their General Managers and dedicated hotel teams, provided a firsthand glimpse into the distinctive charms and exceptional experiences awaiting guests at these top-tier establishments. The selected hotels and resorts that took part in the event included: 1.      Hard Rock Hotel Goa 2.      Neelam’s The Grand 3.      Andores Resort & Spa 4.      Sonesta Inn 5.      IBIS Styles Calangute & Vagator 6.      Radisson Goa (Candolim) 7.      The Westin Goa 8.      The Astor Goa 9.      The Yellow House, Anjuna 10.  Avataara Resort & Spa 11.  Ramada by Wyndham Arpora Elevating Goa’s Hospitality Profile The Goa Fam Trip served as a platform for travel industry professionals to deepen their understanding of Goa’s diverse and dynamic offerings. The knowledge and experiences gained during the trip will undoubtedly empower them to promote the destination more effectively. Mr. Aditya Bothra, Director of IDMC World, expressed his enthusiasm, said, “The overwhelming response and active participation in this year’s Goa Fam Trip are truly heartening. It underscores our commitment to providing valuable experiences and knowledge to travel enthusiasts. Our aim is to nurture connections, share insights, and contribute to the continued growth of the travel …