United to launch nonstop flights from Houston & Washington, D.C. to Cartagena
United announced it will launch new nonstop service from Houston Intercontinental Airport (IAH) and Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to Cartagena, Colombia (CTG) starting December 17, 2026. These new flights will operate year-round from both hubs, starting with four flights per week during the winter season. United will fly a Boeing 737 on this route, and customers on board can...
Goa records 6.8% growth in railway tourist arrivals during Jan-May 2026
Goa Tourism reports Indian Railways arrivals recording steady year-on-year growth during the first five months of 2026. According to the latest tourism arrival data, 19,87,862 travellers arrived in Goa by rail between January and May 2026, representing a 6.8% increase over the 18,60,568 arrivals recorded during the same period in 2025.
ITC Hotels launches 63-key Lakeview Bhimtal in Uttarakhand
ITC Hotels Limited (ITCHL) announces the opening of 63-key Fortune Lakeview Bhimtal. The hotel offers banqueting and conferencing facilities for up to 200 guests for corporate off-sites, leadership retreats, intimate weddings and social celebrations. Guests can unwind with a range of wellness and recreational facilities, including an all-weather swimming pool, a fully equipped gymnasium and a soon
Lion Air enhances regional connectivity with new Banjarmasin – Kuala Lumpur international service
Lion Air has expanded its international footprint in Indonesia with the launch of a direct service between Syamsuddin Noor International Airport (BDJ) in Banjarmasin and Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL). Commencing June 29, 2026, the route marks the carrier's first international operation directly serving the Kalimantan region. The new service is positioned to strengthen trade and...
Accor & H World Group expand strategic partnership to benefit 430 mn loyalty members
Accor and H World Group announced a new chapter in their long-term strategic alliance, with a phased partnership designed to broaden hotel choice and select loyalty benefits for ALL Accor and H Rewards members through their respective direct platforms across China, Europe and the Middle East. The expanded partnership lays the foundation for further and deeper collaboration over time...
Embassy REIT & Hilton announce the opening of Hilton Garden Inn in Bengaluru
Embassy Office Parks REIT (‘Embassy REIT’) and Hilton announced the opening of Hilton Garden Inn, a 211-key hotel located within Embassy TechVillage. The opening marks Hilton’s fourth hotel with Embassy REIT and the first phase of the upcoming 529-key dual-branded Hilton development at Embassy TechVillage, which will also include a full-service Hilton Hotels & Resorts property later this...
Vipul Kamboj joins One Atmosphere Suites at Corner Walk, Gurugram as General Manager
ONE Atmosphere has announced the appointment of Vipul Kamboj as General Manager of ONE Atmosphere Suites Corner Walk Gurugram. With this strategic move, the company strengthens its focus on delivering premium serviced apartments through operational excellence, elevated guest experiences, and strong commercial performance. Kamboj brings over 25 years of hospitality leadership experience...
Mishandled bag rates drops by 23% in 2025; still costs USD 6.3 Bn a year: SITA
In 2025, the industry has reportedly made its strongest progress outside the pandemic, even as passenger numbers rise. Mishandled baggage rates dropped 23%, a sign that digital transformation efforts are taking hold, according to the SITA 2026 Baggage IT Insights report, the 20th annual edition.
Telangana, France to strengthen tourism & cultural ties; proposes joint working group
The Telangana government has invited France to deepen collaboration in tourism and cultural exchange, positioning the state as an emerging destination for French travellers while exploring long-term partnerships in heritage conservation and destination promotion.
Etihad expands South Asia network with new direct flights to Dhaka
Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, launched its inaugural flight to Dhaka on June 26, operating a B777 to the capital of Bangladesh. The route strengthens trade connectivity across the South Asia corridor and responds to sustained demand for both passenger travel and logistics between the UAE and Bangladesh. EY382 departed Abu Dhabi at 22:00 on June 26...
