Tag Archives: international tourism

Supported by strong demand, enhanced air connectivity, and continued recovery of Asian markets, International tourism rebounded strongly in the first quarter of 2024, reaching 97% of pre-pandemic levels, with over 285 million travellers making foreign trips between January and March. This marked a 20% increase compared to the same period in 2023, stated UN Report.

Manta Air announced the commencement of its first international flight between Dhaalu Airport in Maldives and Kempegowda International Airport in Bengaluru on 1 March, 2024. This new route will save 4-5 hours of tourists’ time as they can avoid the overtly crowded Velana International Airport of Maldives.

As per Rajasthan Tourism Department, the state witnessed a surge in domestic tourism in 2023, with approx.18 crore domestic and 17 lakh foreign tourists arrival in Rajasthan. The figures for 2021 stood at 2.19 crore domestic and 34,806 foreign tourists, while in 2022, the state welcomed 10.83 crore domestic tourists.

Appreciating an increase in budget allocation to the Tourism Ministry in Interim Budget 2024, Rajiv Mehra, President, IATO, said, “Though we welcome the increase in budgetary allocation to  ₹2,000cr from last financial year’s  ₹1600cr and mention of branding in the budget speech of the FM, we must remember that unless we don’t do roadshows overseas, familiarisation trips and publicity campaigns abroad till then we would not be able to draw tourist to our country.”

According to the detailed Expenditure Profile for Interim Budget 2024-25, total estimated outlay for tourism is ₹2449.62cr. For overseas tourism promotions, allocation is ₹3.02cr vis-a-vis ₹100cr in FY23-24. For domestic promotions ₹176.97cr is proposed, up from ₹95cr in FY23-24.

Datuk Musa, Deputy Director General of Promotion, Malaysia said, “We are exploring opportunities in tier II & III cities in India to enhance traffic both into Malaysia and India. Malaysia has always been a popular destination for Indian travellers particularly for pilgrimage or leisure holidays

The Korea Culture and Tourism Festival 2023 touches high note with immersive cultural experiences, enchanting performances & mouthwatering Korean delicacies at Ambience Mall, Gurugram. Hosted by the Korea Tourism Organization (KTO), this festival is a vibrant celebration of the deep-rooted connection between India and Korea, offering attendees a unique opportunity to dive into the world of Korean culture and tourism. K-Performances: Mesmerizing Displays of Talent – The festival kicked off with awe-inspiring K-Performances, featuring breathtaking B Boying performances by ONEWAY CREW that left the audience in awe. These gravity-defying acts pushed the boundaries of movement and creativity, showcasing the true essence of Korean dance culture. Attendees were also treated to captivating Taekwondo demonstrations by Taekwoncre, where precision and strength merged into an art form, leaving a lasting impression on all who witnessed it. K-Photo Booth: Capturing Memories in Style – For those seeking to capture the magic of the festival, the specially designed K-Photo Booth provided the perfect backdrop. Attendees were able to create picture-perfect memories surrounded by the vibrant colors and aesthetics of Korean culture. Smiles and laughter filled this corner of the festival as people took home tangible souvenirs of their unforgettable experience. K-Beauty Stalls: Secrets of Flawless Korean Beauty – The Bioface and Innisfree K-Beauty stalls were a hit, introducing festivalgoers to the secrets of flawless Korean beauty. Visitors had the opportunity to explore a wide range of beauty products and treatments that have taken the world by storm. Experts were on hand to share tips and tricks for achieving radiant looks synonymous with K-Beauty. The stalls buzzed with excitement as attendees discovered the magic of Korean skincare and cosmetics. Korean Food: A Gastronomic Journey – The Korean Food section was a culinary journey …

Indian Association of Tour Operators (IATO) has requested the Ministry of Culture and the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) to reduce the entrance fee for foreign nationals at ASI monuments, charging them the same as it would charge the nationals of SAARC countries. This, it requests, should be extended till March 31, 2022 and will help inbound tour operators reduce the package cost. The move will also help spread the message to the international travel community that India is more than willing and ready to welcome foreign tourists. The reduced fee and in turn a reduction in the package cost would enable inbound tour operators to start selling trips to India as soon as the country opens for international tourism.