The Black Travel Summit (BTS), the gathering dedicated to advancing the interests and opportunities of Black and Afro-descendant professionals across the travel and tourism industry, has announced that Benin will host its 2027 edition in Cotonou. The surprise announcement was made at the Summit’s Black Travel Awards Gala on October 17 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, and marks a historic milestone...

Mango Hill Hotels & Resorts has signed up its 11th hotel in Tamil Nadu, marking its entry into Tiruvannamalai, a destination renowned for its spiritual heritage and cultural significance. Located opposite Sri Ramanasramam and along the Girivalam path, Mango Hill Tiruvannamalai will offer a comfortable stay for pilgrims, families and leisure travellers visiting the town’s spiritual landmarks...

Sterling Holiday Resorts Limited (SHRL) has announced the opening of Sterling Vanyatara Tadoba in Maharashtra’s Chimur region, adding another significant location to its growing portfolio of jungle resorts across India. Located with access to five safari gates of the Tadoba-Andhari Tiger Reserve, Sterling Vanyatara Tadoba has been purposely designed as an intimate 18-key wilderness retreat...

Goa is gearing up to welcome a significant influx of tourists over the coming weeks as the festive season approaches, marking the beginning of what is expected to be a very busy winter tourism season. With most beach shacks operational across the coastline, improved air and road connectivity, and growing interest in festive getaways and native experiences, the state is preparing for strong...

ITC Hotels Limited (ITCHL) has announced the signing of 104 key Welcomhotel by ITC Hotels Manesar Gurugram, a contemporary premium hotel that will further strengthen the brand's presence in the National Capital Region’s rapidly evolving business and hospitality landscape. Developed as part of the ITCHLs' asset-right growth strategy, the new hotel will feature elegantly appointed rooms and...

India has made notable strides in developing world-class convention and exhibition infrastructure, but a significant gap remains between general infrastructure development and the capacity of its tourism and hospitality sector. Bridging this gap will be crucial to unlocking India’s full potential in the Meetings, Incentives, Conferences and Exhibitions (MICE) sector, according to key...

Switzerland Tourism has announced Indian cricketer Jemimah Rodrigues as its new Friendship Ambassador for India. The association marks a fresh chapter in Switzerland Tourism’s long-standing relationship with Indian travellers. The announcement was made in Bangalore in the presence of Martin Nydegger, CEO, Switzerland Tourism, along with members of the media and travel industry...

SITA has agreed to acquire Collins Aerospace Airport Solutions, which provides passenger processing, baggage, and airport operations technology capabilities, strengthening SITA’s ability to deliver more seamless and resilient operations across the air transport industry. Collins Aerospace Airport Solutions provides technology and operational expertise that moves passengers and bags through...

Akasa Air commenced operations from Udaipur, connecting the city with Mumbai and Bengaluru with daily direct flights. The first flight on October 15, 2026, departed Maharana Pratap Airport, Udaipur at 1135 hrs, arriving at Kempegowda International Airport in Bengaluru at 1355 hrs. The launch marks Akasa Air’s second destination in Rajasthan after Jaipur, strengthening connectivity to one of...

Targets 70 destinations with its experiential travel arm and 70+ electric vehicles by 2027. Prashant Kumar, Co-founder & CEO of zingbus, shares more.