Tag Archives: Outbound tourism

The Ministry of Heritage and Tourism, Sultanate of Oman, in partnership with Ritz Carlton Al-Bustan Palace, Mark Tours, and Oman Air, invites the Indian travel trade to an exclusive webinar on Oman’s destinations and product offerings. Gain valuable insights and updates for your clients today at 3 PM IST. Don’t miss the opportunity to win exciting prizes! For more information, contact jaspreet.kaur@ddppl.com or call 9650196532.

The Outbound Tour Operators Association of India (OTOAI) orchestrated a spectacular Members Meet Evening on 12 September, 2024, at the prestigious Lyla Bombay in Mumbai, Maharashtra. This event was held in collaboration with Tourism Western Australia and ASEGO Travel Insurance, and it drew an impressive gathering of over 80+ members. The evening served as a dynamic platform for OTOAI members to explore new horizons and opportunities within the outbound tourism landscape. This soirée garnered tremendous support from Tourism Western Australia and ASEGO, highlighting the immense potential to attract tourists. Riaz Munshi, President, OTOAI, emphasised the association’s unwavering commitment to enhancing members’ knowledge and expertise. He expressed satisfaction with the exposure provided to emerging outbound destinations from India, noting the success of the event as a testament to the fruitful collaboration with Tourism Western Australia and ASEGO Travel Insurance. “The event was well-supported by Tourism Western Australia and ASEGO, highlighting their immense potential to attract tourists,” Munshi remarked. “We are delighted with our partnership with Tourism Western Australia and ASEGO, and the resounding success of the evening underscores its mutual benefit.” The Members Meet Evening not only fostered knowledge exchange but also showcased the collective enthusiasm of OTOAI, Tourism Western Australia, and ASEGO in shaping the future of outbound tourism from India. As the association continues to strive for excellence, such collaborative efforts pave the way for industry growth and innovation. OTOAI is a leading association representing India’s outbound tour operators and travel agents. With a focus on member growth, education, and industry partnerships, OTOAI aims to promote ethical standards, foster collaboration, and contribute to the development of the outbound tourism sector in India.

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The public transport in Switzerland is the best way to enjoy its unparalleled beauty. The webinar will give insight on the Swiss Travel System and its various offerings. Attend the webinar to win a trip to Switzerland in 2025! For more information, write to jaspreet.kaur@ddppl.com or 9650196532.

According to SNS Insider Research, the global medical tourism industry is expected to be worth US$70.18 billion by 2032, which was initially valued at US$10.78 billion in 2023. This represents a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 24.52 per cent over the 2024–32 period.

During the launch of four-city India roadshow in Delhi, H.E. Azzan Al Busaidi, Undersecretary of Tourism, Ministry of Heritage and Tourism, Sultanate of Oman, said, “In 2023, Oman has seen 70 per cent growth in Indian visitors, and first five months of 2024 has already seen a 15 per cent increase.”

The Ministry of Heritage and Tourism, Sultanate of Oman, along with Oman Air, Magic Travels, and W Muscat, invites the travel trade to attend a webinar on the destination and offerings. Get insights and updates today at 3pm IST and stand a chance to win exciting prizes! For more information, write to jaspreet.kaur@ddppl.com or 9650196532

Singapore Tourism’s multi-city roadshow ‘Holidays Made in Singapore’ launches today in Chennai, aiming to bolster ties with the Indian travel trade community. Featuring 50 exhibitors from diverse sectors, the event will proceed to Hyderabad, Kolkata, and Ahmedabad. The roadshow seeks to attract more Indians to Singapore.

Suman Billa, Additional Secretary, Tourism, has said that TCS is a fair point raised by outbound sector, because people who are doing business in India are getting disincentivised and who travel abroad can make the payment and obviate the entire necessity of paying the tax. “We will be taking it up with the Ministry of Finance,” he added.

OTOAI had a follow-up meeting with Suman Billa, Addl. Secretary, Tourism after heads of travel trade associations met new Union Minister of Tourism. “We have been assured that the ministry will take our issues. We will meet again to discuss how outbound tourism is benefiting inbound tourism,” said Riaz Munshi, President, OTOAI.