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Viva Voyages announced its partnership with Haritou Travel Group (HTG), Greece, to promote Greece as a top travel destination for the Indian outbound market. With this partnership, Viva Voyages becomes the official marketing arm of HTG in India, aimed at strengthening the presence of Greece as a preferred travel destination for leisure, series departures, and customised travel experiences. Vikas Khanduri, Director, Viva Voyages, expressed his excitement about this collaboration, “Greece is the next big opportunity for the Indian market to consolidate. The destination offers a seamless blend of vibrant city life, ancient history, iconic monuments, and beach escapes. From the marvels of Athens to the serenity of the islands, Greece is an all-round destination that resonates with Indian travellers.” Dimitri Haritos, Head, India Operations, HTG commented, “Our goal has always been to offer meaningful experiences with exceptional customer service. With 24/7 support, highly trained local teams, and a deep-rooted passion for Greece, we are confident that Indian travel agents and their clients will find a trusted partner in HTG.” The partnership also highlights the newly launched blog initiative: https://greece.vivavoyages.com, curated to provide instant itineraries and updates to Indian travel partners. As the Indian market continues to evolve post-pandemic, Viva Voyages and HTG look forward to creating memorable travel experiences in Greece and opening new horizons for travel agencies across India.  

As per MMGY Travel Intelligence, the United States and Europe are the most popular global destinations for Indian. 83 per cent of Indians expressed strong interest in visiting these regions in the next 12 months. However, 80 per cent of Indians preferred Asia making it the 3rd most popular choice.  

Israel Tourism Ministry invites the Indian outbound travel trade to attend an exclusive webinar today at 12 pm to gain insights and updates on the destination. From the ancient streets of Jerusalem to the serene shores of the Dead Sea, experience Israel’s exciting offerings. For more information, or to register, write to jaspreet.kaur@ddppl.com or 9650196532.

Israel Tourism Ministry invites the Indian outbound travel trade to attend an exclusive webinar on 4 March at 12 pm to gain insights and updates on the destination. From the ancient streets of Jerusalem to the serene shores of the Dead Sea, experience the country’s exciting offerings. For more information or to register, write to jaspreet.kaur@ddppl.com or 9650196532.

Paul Shih, Director, TTA Singapore Office, said, “Indian footfall to Taiwan is experiencing significant growth. In 2024, tourist footfall rose by nearly 20% with the total number of Indian visitors reaching 45,000. This trend is expected to continue, with projections indicating over 50,000 Indians by the year-end.”

UAE expanded visa-on-arrival programme for Indians by including travellers with valid visas, residence permits, or Green Cards from 6 more countries including Singapore, Japan, South Korea, Australia, New Zealand & Canada. The move permits more Indian passport holders to access the facility at UAE entry points.

Indian travellers can look forward to a year of surprises as Singapore celebrates 60 years of friendship with India As two Asian nations with shared histories and deep cultural ties, India and Singapore share extensive connections that go far beyond the 288 weekly flights linking both countries. With 2025 marking 60 years of bilateral relations between India and Singapore, Indian consumers can look forward to an action-packed calendar of experiences, entertainment, and offers celebrating this enduring friendship, the Singapore Tourism Board (STB) announced. Friends and fans of Singapore in India have much to look forward to in 2025. The Gamechangers Studio show, and 60 Insiders panel will offer travel enthusiasts a multi-dimensional way to discover Singapore’s unique spirit and hidden gems, through the eyes of prominent tastemakers and visionaries across both India and Singapore. Hidden Gems, presented through a unique musical journey by one of India’s celebrated artists, whose name will be revealed later, will uncover Singapore’s best-kept secrets, through a curation of familiar urban sounds that make the city feel like a home away from home for Indian visitors. Travel enthusiasts can also expect a year-long surge of wanderlust with Friends of Singapore, a first-of-kind platform launched to offer Indian content creators with Singapore’s unique perspective on discerning, experiential travel, unlocking a new level of powerful storytelling for their audiences through the destination’s hidden gem experiences. Later in the year, indulge in exclusive Singapore programming at Subko – Specialty Coffee Roasters, Bakehouse and Fine Cacao, celebrating the rich resonances between India and Singapore through the medium of food and design. In addition to exciting content that celebrate the special connection shared between the two countries, Indian visitors in Singapore …

Royal Gulf Tourism, a pioneer in the UAE’s inbound tourism industry, announced its strategic partnership with Linkin Reps, a leading Tourism and Hospitality Representation company in India. This collaboration marks a significant milestone in Royal Gulf Tourism’s commitment to expanding its footprint in key regions of North and East India, enabling it to bring world-class travel services to a broader audience. Royal Gulf Tourism: 25+ Years of Excellence in Destination Management Founded in 1996, Royal Gulf Tourism has been at the forefront of UAE tourism for over 25 years. As one of the first Destination Management Companies (DMC) in the UAE, Royal Gulf has served more than 1.5 million tourists, translating to over five million tourist days. The company is affiliated with over 500 hotels, offering an extensive range of services, including hotel bookings, excursions, professional guides, transfers, and visa processing. Royal Gulf Tourism began its journey as a specialist in inbound tourism from the Czech Republic and Slovakia and has since expanded its presence to Central and Eastern Europe, India, the Philippines, Malaysia, South Africa, Greece, and the USA. Its unwavering dedication to delivering flawless and memorable travel experiences has earned the company a reputation as the UAE’s premium and most reliable Destination Management Company. A Partnership Rooted in Growth and Innovation Through its partnership with Linkin Reps, Royal Gulf Tourism aims to solidify its position in the Indian market. Under the leadership of Komal Seth, Director and Founder, Linkin Reps, the collaboration will focus on enhancing Royal Gulf’s visibility and fostering relationships with travel trade partners in North and East India. The partnership promises to unlock new opportunities, delivering exceptional ground-handling and destination services tailored to the needs …

Evgeny Kozlov, Chairman, Moscow City Tourism Committee, informed that Russia aims to attract more Indians and MICE visitors. To do so they have already liberalised visa process and introduced e-visa. Russia aims to double tourism’s contribution to its GDP from 3.8 per cent to 10 per cent by 2030 by launching ‘Tourism and Hospitality’ project in 2025.

Singapore Tourism Board invites travel trade for a webinar today at 3pm, focusing on latest offerings that are tailored for India’s MICE requirements. Gain valuable insights and curate enriching itineraries on Singapore for your clients. For more info, please contact Jaspreet Kaur at jaspreet.kaur@ddppl.com or 9650196532.