Sarovar Hotels unveils Bamus Sarovar Portico Kampala in Uganda
With 90 contemporary rooms and suites, Bamus Sarovar Portico Kampala aims to blend comfort with refined hospitality. The hotel features accommodations across Standard, Superior, Deluxe and Suite categories, complemented by contemporary interiors, modern amenities and warm service experiences.
VFS Global enhances UK visa submission with 12 Premium Application Centres across India
VFS Global now operates a network of 12 Premium Application Centres (PACs) for UK visa customers across India, offering a more comfortable visa submission experience. The cities with premium application centres in India are Amritsar, Punjab; Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh; Bhubaneswar, Odisha; Calicut, Kerala; Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu; Guwahati, Assam; Indore, Madhya Pradesh; Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh...
Global tourism to outpace wider economy by 1.5 times over the next decade: WTTC
WTTC’s latest Economic Impact Research (EIR) forecasts the sector will grow 3.2% globally in 2026, ahead of wider global economic growth, forecast at 2.4%. Travel & Tourism is also expected to support 376 million jobs worldwide in 2026, representing one in nine jobs globally.
Centre & States must collaborate to build global-standard tourism destinations: Shekhawat
Gajendra Singh Shekhawat, Union Minister of Tourism emphasised that while the Central Government will continue to extend support for tourism infrastructure and destination development, States/UTs must also actively contribute through integrated planning, destination management, ease of doing business, sustainability and stakeholder participation to realise the shared vision of world-class....
Outrigger Phi Phi Island resort opens its doors
OUTRIGGER Hospitality Group announces the opening of OUTRIGGER Phi Phi Island Resort in Thailand, welcoming its first guests and joining OUTRIGGER's Thailand portfolio alongside properties in Koh Samui, Khao Lak, and Phuket.
Akasa Air set to connect NIA with two Indian cities from June 16
Akasa Air is set to commence operations from Noida International Airport (NIA), connecting it directly with two key Indian cities, marking a pivotal moment in its expansion journey. Effective June 16, 2026, the airline will commence daily direct flights connecting Noida International Airport with Bengaluru and Navi Mumbai, strengthening access to the National Capital Region (NCR)...
IEIA Open Seminar 2026 pitches for collaboration, skilling, tech to build seamless exhibition ecosystem
Industry leaders also estimated that the sector’s wider multiplier effect pushes its overall economic impact beyond INR 3 lakh crore. Notably, the 15th IEIA Open Seminar 2026 was held in Greater Noida from May 8-9, under the theme ‘When the Right Dots Meet, Industry Moves.’
35% Asian travellers seek nature, community-supporting tours: Agoda
Digital travel platform Agoda’s 2026 Sustainable Travel Survey reveals a growing interest in travel experiences that create meaningful connections and tangible impact on local communities. In Asia, 35% of travellers express a desire for more tours and experiences that protect the environment and support local communities, surpassing the 26% who prioritise accommodations with recognised...
Byway & Exodus Adventure Travels expand partnership to enhance flight-free travel
The company reports that as nearly two thirds (65%) of Exodus customers based in the UK say they are more interested in travelling by train than they were five years ago, while over half (54%) would replace a flight with a train journey of up to 24 hours, including sleeper services...
Eco Hotels & Resorts partners with Kesari Tours to expand footprint in spiritual destinations
Eco Hotels & Resorts Limited announces a strategic partnership with Kesari Tours Pvt. Ltd., said to mark a significant step in Eco Hotels’ growth strategy, aimed at strengthening its footprint across key spiritual destinations in India. Through this partnership, Eco Hotels will enhance its offerings in cities such as Varanasi and Ayodhya, catering to the evolving needs of spiritual...
