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Indian tourism to South Korea has witnessed remarkable growth with 176,668 Indian visitors in 2024—a 44% increase from 2023. To push these numbers further, KTO launched its latest trade-focused initiatives, including the Korea Premium Travel Consultant (KPTC) program, K-Incentive Scheme 3.0, and MICE support programs. Myong Kil Yun, Regional Director – India & SAARC Countries, KTO, says, “Our target for 2025 is to welcome 18.5 million global visitors, including 250,000 from India through these initiatives.”

Uttar Pradesh government is planning to invest nearly Rs 50,000 crore in seven new expressway projects in the next 2-3 years. This will connect about 30 districts to the vast expressway network in the state. The combined length of these expressways is 866 km, connecting areas with Lucknow-State Capital Region and the Delhi NCR. At present, UP accounts for the largest network of expressways in India, either operational or under construction.

West Bengal Tourism recently conducted a Bengal MICE Conclave along with ICPB to position the state as a global MICE destination. It featured discussions and B2B networking sessions with national and international MICE operators. The tourism board also signed an MoU with 6 key organisations like Indian Dental Association to boost medical conferences, exhibitions, and business tourism in West Bengal.

Türkiye has reinforced its position as a leading global tourism destination in 2024, achieving unprecedented growth across key markets and setting new benchmarks in visitor numbers and revenue generation. The country hosted 62.2 million visitors in 2024, marking a 9.8% year-on-year growth and an impressive 20.3% increase compared to pre-pandemic levels in 2019. This remarkable performance demonstrates Türkiye’s successful strategy in diversifying its tourism offerings and expanding its global appeal. Tourism revenue reached a historic high of 61.1 billion USD in 2024, representing an 8.3% increase from the previous year. This growth was accompanied by a strong average visitor spend of USD 972, reflecting the country’s successful positioning in the premium travel segment. The extended average stay duration of 10.7 days further demonstrates Türkiye’s ability to engage visitors with its diverse attractions and experiences. The Indian market has emerged as a particularly strong growth driver, with visitor numbers increasing by 20.7% compared to 2023. This surge can be attributed to enhanced air connectivity between major Indian cities and Turkish destinations, growing popularity among Indian wedding planners and MICE organisers, and the introduction of specialised Turkish experiences catering to Indian preferences. Strategic marketing initiatives in the Indian market have also played a crucial role in positioning Türkiye as a preferred destination for Indian travellers. While Russia, Germany, and the United Kingdom remained Türkiye’s top three source markets, other emerging markets demonstrated notable growth alongside India. The USA saw an 8.1% rise in visitors, while China recorded a substantial 65.1% growth. This diversification of source markets underscores Türkiye’s growing appeal to global travelers and its success in attracting visitors from various regions. Beyond traditional leisure tourism, Türkiye has seen substantial growth in …

Egyptair is pushing India’s MICE traffic to Egypt by offering competitive fares. Amr Aly, Country Manager, India, Vietnam & Hongkong, Egyptair, said, “For Cairo, we have an offer till March end, 40 per cent discount on economic class, 30 per cent on business class. Due to high demand, we may extend it till July.”

As BIT Milan 2025 enters its last day, the Italian outbound travel market is proving to be a major force in global tourism. With a 12 per cent increase in revenue for the 2024-25 holiday season, Italy’s travellers are booking earlier than ever – 60 per cent securing trips at least 90 days in advance.

At the IATO Annual Day (Carnival), Rajiv Mehra, President, IATO, emphasised the need to boost tourism circuits, noting that 50 circuits have been announced. “If even 10 circuits attract visitors, it will be a big win. Our goal is to urge the government to implement its plans and turn vision into reality,” he said.

Asia Pacific Incentives and Meetings Event (AIME) opened this year’s edition with record breaking number of attendees. In 3 days, AIME will host 640+ buyers, 4500+ attendees and 675 exhibitors. There will be over 200 new exhibitors with 2 new internatioal pavilions, Singapore and Thailand, joining 30 nations.

H.E. Mr. Firat Sunel, Ambassador of the Republic of Türkiye to India, hosted an exclusive reception at his residence on 5th February, on the occasion of the 52nd edition of the New Delhi World Book Fair. The event brought together esteemed authors, media representatives, and other diplomatic delegates, celebrating the rich literary and cultural ties between Türkiye and India. The evening witnessed the presence of over 150 distinguished guests, including prominent writers, publishers, and literary enthusiasts. Attendees engaged in insightful discussions about Türkiye’s vibrant literary heritage and its growing engagement with the Indian landscape. Selected delicacies of Turkish Cuisine, Turkish tea, and Turkish coffee have been served to esteemed guests. Ambassador Sunel personally greeted all the guests in attendance at this reception. Commenting on the event, he said, “Türkiye’s literary heritage is a testament to our deep-rooted culture and storytelling traditions. Events like these enable us to build bridges between Türkiye and India, fostering greater understanding and appreciation of each other’s narratives”. He also emphasised the importance of continued cultural exchanges through literature. Türkiye’s participation in the New Delhi World Book Fair underscores its dedication to sharing its literary treasures with a global audience. Within the cooperation between the Ministry of Culture and Tourism and the Istanbul Chamber of Commerce Türkiye made a great presence with 6 Publishing Houses. Moreover, The New Delhi Book Fair is a key platform for promoting the TEDA Project supporting the translation and publication of Turkish literary works into foreign languages. In India, the TEDA Program has supported 31 publishing houses to translate 153 works by 70 Turkish authors into 8 Indian languages, including Bengali, Hindi, English, Kannada, Malayalam, Marathi, Tamil, and Urdu. The reception marked …

In 2025, Kissimmee brings a range of new attractions, experiences and accommodations to enjoy. Start the year off right by exploring all the exciting new attractions and experiences the city has to offer. ATTRACTIONS SeaWorld Orlando Unveils Groundbreaking Arctic Flying Theater – Spring 2025 SeaWorld Orlando, renowned as the Coaster Capital of Orlando for its thrilling and unique rides, has announced its latest attraction set to open in Spring 2025: the world’s first Arctic flying theater. This innovative experience invites families to soar over icy landscapes, dive beneath frozen waters and come face-to-face with magnificent creatures like beluga whales, orcas and walruses. The indoor attraction ensures a cool, thrilling escape for the entire family, rain or shine, all year round. Discover SEA LIFE Florida: Opening Spring 2025 SEA LIFE Florida, LEGOLAND® Florida Resort’s first aquarium, opens in spring 2025. Designed for kids ages two to 12, it blends theme park excitement with marine life beauty, focusing on conservation and education. Unique features include underwater scenes with sea animals around castle-like coral and Ferris wheels. With 25 exhibits and 3,000 animals, SEA LIFE Florida will showcase diverse marine life. Recently Opened – Crush Yard: Kissimmee’s New Social Hub in 2025 Crush Yard is bringing its dynamic energy and upscale atmosphere to Kissimmee in 2025. This 50,000 sq. ft. social hub combines sports, dining and entertainment for an unparalleled experience. Enjoy a sports bar with signature cocktails, a wide selection of beers and plenty of TVs for game-day viewing. Relax in the “yard” with ping pong, cornhole, darts, arcade games and more—no reservations needed. The location will feature ten indoor pickleball courts, offering rentals, classes, private lessons and leagues, along with special …