SATTE Quantifies Its Economic Contribution for the First Time, Reports ₹193 Crore Impact
Press Release | July 10, 2026 In a first for India’s exhibitions industry, the South Asia Travel and Tourism Exchange (SATTE) has launched an independent Economic Impact Report, developed in partnership with EY, quantifying the exhibition’s contribution to the economy and highlighting its broader influence on India’s travel and tourism ecosystem. The report, unveiled at […]
Saudi Introduces ‘Package Visa’ to Integrate Travel Bookings with Visa Applications
Press Release | July 7, 2026 Saudi has unveiled Package Visa, a new digital initiative that integrates tourist visa applications directly with travel bookings, making it easier for international travellers to plan and visit the Kingdom. The rollout has begun through qualified travel and tourism service providers in select international markets, with a broader global […]
Revel Travel Partners with Kappa FuturFestival to Target India’s Growing Festival Tourism Market
June 24, 2026 | Press Release As experience-led travel continues to shape outbound tourism trends, Revel Travel has partnered with Italy’s Kappa FuturFestival to make one of Europe’s biggest electronic music festivals more accessible to Indian travellers. The company has been appointed as an official travel partner for Kappa FuturFestival 2026, which will take place […]
Baden-Württemberg Launches Dedicated Tourism Initiatives in India in partnership with AVIAREPS India
June 11, 2026 | Press Release Bets Big on India, Showcasing Southwest Germany Beyond the Usual European Trail Germany’s southwest state of Baden-Württemberg is strengthening its tourism ambitions in India with a dedicated market outreach strategy aimed at tapping into the country’s rapidly growing outbound travel segment. Through a partnership with AVIAREPS India, the destination […]
Dusit International Expands India Footprint with Signing of Dusit Princess Rishikesh in Uttarakhand
Press Release | June 9 ,2026 Thailand-based hospitality company Dusit International has announced plans to strengthen its India portfolio with the signing of a new hotel management agreement for Dusit Princess Rishikesh, an upscale mixed-use hospitality development in Uttarakhand’s Tehri Garhwal region. Developed in partnership with Atmosphere, the project is expected to open in 2031 […]
‘India Is Central to Our Premium Growth Story’: Malaysia Airlines on Expansion, Connectivity and the New Indian Traveller
By Anita Shah | June 9, 2026 As Indian outbound travel evolves from purely price-driven decisions to experience-led journeys, airlines are being pushed to rethink how they engage with one of the world’s fastest-growing travel markets. For Malaysia Airlines, India is no longer just a high-volume source market — it is a strategic pillar shaping […]
All You Need To Know About River Cruises Featuring VIVA Enjoy | Why Europe’s Slowest Holiday Might Be Its Most Rewarding
By Anita Shah | June 8, 2026 River cruising is no longer just a niche European holiday product quietly catering to retired travellers. It is steadily emerging as one of the most immersive and stress-free ways to experience Europe — and now, the Indian travel trade is beginning to pay attention. To showcase this growing […]
‘Har Hour Ek Naya WOW’: StarDream Cruises India Launches New Campaign to Redefine the Cruise Holiday Experience
Press Release | June 5, 2026 As India’s cruise market continues to mature beyond first-time curiosity, StarDream Cruises India is shifting the conversation from onboard attractions to immersive holiday experiences with its latest June–July 2026 campaign, ‘Har Hour Ek Naya WOW.’ Built around the idea that every hour onboard delivers a different experience, the campaign […]
Are Indian Travellers Really Hated—Or Just Misunderstood? UnPopular Opinion’s Final Episode Asks the Question No One Wants to Answer
April 13, 2026 | By Anita Shah The question is uncomfortable.But it’s everywhere. Are Indian travellers actually disliked globally?Or is this just a perception that has been amplified over time? In the final episode of UnPopular Opinion, this debate takes centre stage as three industry voices—Naresh, Isha, and Dipti—come together to unpack one of the […]
Tourism New Zealand appoints Tishtar Parakh as India Country Manager
April 8, 2026 | Press Release Tourism New Zealand has appointed Tishtar Parakh as Country Manager for India, reinforcing its focus on one of its key growth markets. Based in Mumbai, she will lead the organisation’s strategy to drive visitor demand while strengthening partnerships with the travel trade and industry stakeholders across the country. In […]
