The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) organised the Amazing Thailand Roadshow to South Africa 2026 from June 22 to 26, across Johannesburg, Durban, and Cape Town, with Emirates as key airline partner. The activity supported TAT’s quality-led long-haul market strategy by connecting Thai tourism sellers with South African travel companies, expanding trade networks, presenting updated tourism...

The Independence Day celebrations coincide with the marking of 50 years of the establishment of diplomatic ties between India and Seychelles. To commemorate these special occasions, contingents of Indian armed forces participated in the national parade held to mark the golden jubilee of the Independence of Seychelles.

The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA), in collaboration with the Research Centre for Digital Transformation of Tourism (RCDTT) at the School of Hotel and Tourism Management of The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU), has released the PATA Asia Pacific Visitor Forecasts 2026-2028: Mid-Year Update, highlighting the destinations and source markets expected to drive the next phase of...

The Ministry of Civil Aviation takes note of the safe conduct of helicopter operations during the first phase of the Char Dham Yatra 2026. The first phase of helicopter operations commenced with the opening of the Char Dham Yatra in April 2026 and concluded on June 26, 2026. During this period, approximately 400 helicopter movements were conducted daily.

Chief Minister Thakur Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu visited Bara Bhangal, said to be one the most remote regions of Kangra district. During his visit, the Chief Minister made six major announcements. The Chief Minister directed officials to prepare a comprehensive plan to develop Bara Bhangal as an eco-tourism destination.

A new report from UN Tourism and the International Transport Workers' Federation (ITF) shows that women remain severely underrepresented across tourism transport, particularly in technical, driving and leadership roles. The Global Report on Women in Tourism Transport provides the first global, sex-disaggregated evidence base on women working across air, land and water passenger transport...

IHG Hotels & Resorts (IHG) has announced the signing of four new properties in Italy, marking a significant milestone in its Southern European growth strategy. This expansion brings IHG's Italian portfolio to over 50 properties across its open and development pipeline, reinforcing its position in one of the region's most resilient hospitality markets...

Akasa Air announced the addition of Udaipur to its expanding domestic network. Effective October 15, 2026, the airline will commence daily direct flights connecting Udaipur with Mumbai and Bengaluru. Commenting on the launch, Anand Srinivasan, Co-Founder and Chief Commercial Officer, Akasa Air, said, “We are delighted to launch services to Udaipur, a city that...

According to ICRA, the domestic air passenger traffic for May 2026 was estimated at 156.4 lakh, 11.3% higher than 140.5 lakh in May 2025 and 13.2% higher than 138.1 lakh in April 2026. Despite the growth in May 2026, which was supported by a favourable base, given the demand disruption in May 2025 following the Pahalgam attack and the subsequent military conflict between India and Pakistan.

The Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) announced that works have commenced on Dar al Funoon Abu Dhabi (House of the Arts), a landmark institution on Saadiyat Island that aims to become one of the region’s most technically advanced performing arts venues upon opening in 2030.