ELIVAAS and Alivaa Hotels join hands to expand market reach
ELIVAAS, luxury villa hospitality platform, and hospitality group Alivaa Hotels & Resorts have entered into a strategic sales and marketing alliance aimed at strengthening distribution networks and expanding market access across India’s leisure and corporate travel segments...
Moustache opens 8th Himalayan property with McLeodGanj Select
The brand already operates seven mountain stays across key destinations in the region, and this new opening adds to its growing presence in the hills. Positioned under the brand’s mid-range Select vertical, the property is designed for travellers seeking premium comfort with uninterrupted views of the mighty Himalayas.
IATA projects air travel demand to be more than double with 20.8 trillion RPKs by 2050
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released its Long Term Demand Projections (LTDP) for air travel, showing that global air passenger demand is expected to more than double by 2050. Under the mid-range scenario, demand is forecast to reach 20.8 trillion revenue passenger kilometers (RPKs), based on a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 3.1% (2024-2050) from the 9 trillion RPK...
Air India, Air India Express set to operate 50 flights to and from West Asia region on March 18
Air India and Air India Express will together operate a combined total of 50 scheduled and non-scheduled flights, to and from the West Asia region on March 18, 2026. Both carriers will continue operating their respective scheduled services to and from Jeddah and Muscat on March 18, including a total of 14 flights between India and Jeddah. Of these, Air India will operate one return service...
Korea Tourism aiming for 270,000 Indian visitors in 2026; hosts Delhi & Mumbai Roadshows
Korea recorded close to 200,000 visitors from India in 2025, reflecting an increase of 13% compared to the previous year, underscoring the continued growth of the Indian outbound market. KTO continues to support the travel trade partners through initiatives such as the Korea Premium Travel Consultant program and K-Incentive Scheme 4.0.
Where Flavours Lead: Why Food is Becoming The Instant Passport for Travellers
As travellers move across the country, they encounter countless variations of the same dish—each shaped by local ingredients, traditions and techniques. Today, food is no longer viewed merely as sustenance; it has evolved into a powerful travel motivator. Increasingly, travellers are willing to journey long distances and spend significantly more to experience authentic and distinctive culinary...
ITDC, Tribal Affairs Ministry launch Capacity Building Program for Tribal Homestay Owners
The India Tourism Development Corporation (ITDC), under the Ministry of Tourism in collaboration with the Ministry of Tribal Affairs, held the inaugural opening ceremony of the Capacity Building Program for Tribal Homestay Owners at Kautilya Hall, Hotel Samrat, New Delhi...
The Leela Palaces unveils ultra-luxury resort in Coorg, Karnataka
The Leela Palaces, Hotels and Resorts announced a marquee acquisition of an ultra-luxury resort in Coorg, marking the brand’s entry into immersive, nature-led and wellness anchored hospitality. The 71 all-villa property, set within 76 acres of lush landscape near Madikeri, will be unveiled as The Leela Coorg Forest Sanctuary later this year. The acquisition, coincides with The Leela’s...
IHG signs InterContinental Manila in Philippines
IHG Hotels & Resorts is bringing back one of its iconic luxury brands to the Philippines with the signing of InterContinental Manila. Scheduled to open in 2032, the 212-key hotel will mark InterContinental’s return after more than 15 years, reaffirming IHG’s long-term commitment to the country’s tourism growth. The hotel will be located in Bonifacio Global City (BGC)....
Air India to operate 36 additional flights to Europe, Canada from March 19-28
Amid continued high demand for international travel due to the ongoing situation in the West Asia region, Air India announced it will continue to operate additional flights to key destinations in Europe and North America through March 28, 2026. Between March 19-28, 2026, the airline will operate 36 extra flights on the routes including Delhi-London (Heathrow), Mumbai-London (Heathrow)...
