Travel Agents Federation of India (TAFI) and the Maharashtra Tourism Development Corporation (MTDC) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to promote and strengthen tourism across Maharashtra together. The MoU was signed in the presence of senior officials from both organisations. Representing MTDC were Neelesh R. Gatne, IAS, Managing Director; Chandrashekhar Jaiswal, General Manager...

IHG Hotels & Resorts (IHG) introduces Vignette Collection to Italy with the opening of The Venice Times Hotel, Vignette Collection, in partnership with Pacini Group. Strategically located, the 30-room property is now open, and is the latest addition to IHG’s first collection brand underscoring IHG's commitment to strengthening its portfolio in Italy, while leveraging Pacini Group's...

Air India and the Ministry of Tourism (MoT), Government of India, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to jointly promote India as a premier global tourism destination and strengthening India’s position as a key aviation and transit hub. The MoU establishes a framework for coordinated initiatives across tourism marketing, destination storytelling, trade engagement...

The West Bengal government has announced a strategic expansion of its wildlife and eco-tourism portfolio, approving a 4,500-hectare Conservation Reserve in the Kotshila-Jhalda range of Purulia and advancing development of the 1,000-acre Jhargram Tiger Safari. These initiatives are designed to strengthen wildlife conservation, generate livelihood opportunities for local communities...

The PHD Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PHDCCI) organised the 15th International Heritage Tourism Conclave (IHTC) on July 24, 2026, at the Salar Jung Museum, Hyderabad. The conclave was supported by the Ministry of Tourism, Government of India; State tourism boards including Telangana Tourism, Jharkhand Tourism, Madhya Pradesh Tourism, Rajasthan Tourism and Tamil Nadu Tourism..

Etihad Airways and Africa World Airlines have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to establish a strategic partnership spanning codeshare and interline cooperation and frequent flyer programmes. The agreement, signed in Accra, sets out a framework for the two airlines to connect their networks. Once implemented, it will allow Etihad guests to travel on a single ticket beyond Accra onto..

Marriott International, Inc. announced the signing of two all-inclusive resort agreements with Catalonia Hotels & Resorts, Spanish hospitality company. Signed on July 22 in Barcelona, the agreements include a Marriott Hotels All-Inclusive Resort in Montego Bay, Jamaica, and an Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort in Zanzibar, Tanzania, reinforcing Marriott’s continued expansion...

The Goa Tourism Department has officially launched the ‘Ekadasha Teertha Yatra’, a strategic three-day pilgrimage circuit connecting 11 prominent temples across the state. This initiative is a core component of the government's “Goa Beyond Beaches” campaign, aimed at diversifying the state’s tourism portfolio and attracting a broader demographic of spiritual and cultural travelers...

The Directorate of Tourism, Government of Maharashtra held a meeting with representatives of the Consulate General of the Russian Federation in Mumbai to discuss opportunities to strengthen tourism co-operation between Maharashtra and Russia. The discussions focused on enhancing bilateral tourism, improving air connectivity, and developing long-term collaboration through...

DMCBazaar has announced its global expansion with the incorporation of its company in the United Arab Emirates. The move marks a significant milestone in the company’s journey from an India-focused marketplace to a global travel infrastructure platform connecting travel businesses across continents. With its new UAE presence, DMCBazaar will offer travel agencies, tour operators...