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Cruise Professionals, celebrating 60 years of sailing, invites travel partners to an exclusive webinar on 14 May at 3 pm, where they can learn to sell Princess Cruises effectively, get insights about new ships and latest offerings and stand a chance to win exciting prizes during the Q&A! For more information, contact jaspreet.kaur@ddppl.com or call ‪+91 96501 96532.

Nishant Kashikar, Country Manager – India & Gulf, Tourism Australia, said, “We are pushing strongly into the MICE segment with our Bid Fund Program, offering financial incentives for corporate groups, in ties with state convention bureaus. Our aim is to take this momentum further by targeting 5 lakh Indian visitors by 2026.”

Strengthening its footprint in the Indian market, Vietnam Airlines launched direct flight from Hyderabad to Hanoi. The new nonstop service will operate three times a week, on Wednesday, Friday and Sunday. Nguyen Trung Hieu, Country Manager – India, Vietnam Airlines, said, “India continues to be a key growth region for us.”

Chairing a meeting, PA Mohamed Riyas, Tourism Minister, Kerala decided to complete around 100 tourism projects at the initiative of the Tourism Dept this year. He directed the officials to complete the current projects in a systematic and timely manner. Discussions were held on the ongoing projects and those in the pipeline.

To support tourists stranded due to the ongoing disruption of flights from Ladakh, the All Ladakh Hotel & Guest House Association has decided to provide complimentary stays to guests at the hotels where they have been staying. It calls upon its member hotels and guest houses to support the measure.

Vietnam Airlines launched direct flights from Hyderabad to Hanoi, starting 7th May 2025. This marks the airline’s fourth gateway in India — following Delhi, Mumbai, and Bengaluru. The new nonstop service will operate three times a week, on Wednesday, Friday and Sunday. To commemorate the inaugural flight, a celebratory event was held at Rajiv Gandhi International Airport, Hyderabad, featuring traditional welcome ceremonies and a ribbon-cutting to mark the arrival of the maiden Vietnam Airlines flight. Passengers were greeted with souvenirs and a warm reception. The airline also organised a special networking luncheon at ITC Kohenur, for key travel agents and industry stakeholders from Hyderabad. Nguyen Trung Hieu, Country Manager, India, Vietnam Airlines, said, “India continues to be a key growth region for Vietnam Airlines, and we are excited to commence direct flights from Hyderabad. Hyderabad serves as an important gateway to southern India. Following our growing presence in Delhi, Mumbai, and Bengaluru, this launch further reinforces our network expansion across the country and strengthens our commitment to enhancing connectivity between Vietnam and India.” With this launch, Vietnam Airlines continues to build lasting bridges between India and Vietnam, boosting bilateral tourism and providing travellers with world-class connectivity and comfort. “As the GSA of Vietnam Airlines in India, we are proud to support their expansion plans across Indian cities, with Hyderabad being one of the newest additions to our growing network. We are confident that this route will create new opportunities for business, tourism, and cultural exchange between India and Vietnam,” said Abhishek Goyal, CEO & Executive Director, Aeroprime Group. Hanoi, Vietnam’s capital serves as an excellent gateway to explore the country’s natural wonders such as Ha Long Bay, Sapa, and Ninh …

The Global Rep, a trailblazer in travel management and distribution, today announced the launch of ZOROAM (www.zoroam.com), the world’s first B2B wholesale platform dedicated to travel eSIMs. This game-changing platform is set to revolutionize global connectivity, empowering travel businesses to offer seamless, cost-effective, and uninterrupted data solutions for international travelers. With the global travel industry rebounding at an unprecedented pace, the demand for reliable and affordable mobile connectivity has surged. According to the World Travel & Tourism Council, international travel is expected to grow by 30% in 2025, with over 1.8 billion travelers crossing borders annually. Traditional roaming services remain expensive and inconvenient, with travelers often facing excessive charges and network limitations. ZOROAM bridges this gap by providing travel partners access to eSIM technology, reducing connectivity costs by up to 70% compared to retail roaming providers. ZOROAM’s B2B wholesale model enables travel businesses—tour operators, travel agencies, airlines, and corporate travel providers—to seamlessly integrate eSIM solutions into their offerings. This innovation ensures that their clients can enjoy hassle-free mobile connectivity across multiple international destinations without the need for physical SIM cards or exorbitant roaming fees. With ZOROAM, travelers can activate their eSIM instantly upon arrival, ensuring continuous connectivity. Sandeep Khetarpal, Founder of The Global Rep, emphasized ZOROAM’s potential to redefine the travel technology landscape, “Connectivity has become as essential as accommodation and transportation for travelers. With ZOROAM, we are solving one of the most persistent challenges in international travel—reliable and cost-effective mobile data. Our mission is to equip travel professionals with innovative, cost-saving solutions that set them apart in an increasingly competitive market.” Key Benefits of ZOROAM: Affordable Connectivity: Wholesale rates allow travel partners to provide cost-effective data solutions. Seamless Integration: …

With the upcoming India and Spain Dual Year 2026 collaborating in culture, tourism and AI, H.E. Juan Antonio March Pujol, Ambassador of Spain, announced that India will be in the spotlight at FITUR 2026. “It will be the moment to strengthen our links. We are going to devote a special place for India at the show. As the embassy we are putting efforts in 3 things: direct connectivity, streamline tourist visas, and boost film and tourism cooperation.”

Speaking about the hotel sector landscape, Mandeep Singh Lamba, President & CEO (South Asia) HVS Anarock, says, “India is transitioning from a nascent hotel market towards a more mature one and it is going to be an exciting time as this transition takes place over the next decade or so. If the sector is to remain attractive and draw in more capital and more leading players, a pressing need is to reduce the time it takes from inception to completion of a hotel which today stands anywhere between 42 to 60 months.”

We’re showcasing our Starring GREATBritain screen tourism campaign in India at a series of events in Mumbai and Delhi with top travel trade and industry leaders, reveals Shuja Bin Mehdi, Senior Manager Industry Engagement – India, VisitBritain. “We want to inspire visitors from India to choose Britain for their next trip and explore more of our destinations when they come, driving growth. India is an incredibly important visitor market for the UK and we’re forecasting strong growth in visits and spend.”