Moustache Group rebrands with expansion across three verticals; 12 properties in pipeline
Moustache Group of Hostels has announced a rebrand after completing ten years in the hospitality business, reflecting its evolution from a backpacker hostel brand into a multi-format hospitality company. The company operates across 20 hostels, 10 mid-market hotels, and 8 boutique luxury stays and aims to operate 100 more properties by 2030...
Visa & TBO.com join hands to provide Cardholders with exclusive global hotel offers
Visa has partnered with TBO.COM to provide Visa cardholders exclusive access to a global network of hotels at competitive rates, complemented by exclusive benefits designed to enhance stay for both business and leisure. TBO has developed dedicated portal (www.journeycollection.travel), a white-label solution created in partnership with Visa. Through the platform, Visa cardholders...
Air India concludes its cricket tournament’s season 2 with participating travel partners
Air India has concluded Season 2 of the Air India Super League (AISL), the flagship pan-India cricket tournament bringing together travel partners and cargo partners from across the country. The tournament saw participation across regional rounds held in Kolkata, Chennai, Bengaluru and Mumbai, culminating in the semi-finals and finals held in Delhi on February 15, 2026, at Vinay Marg Sports...
One Above set to strengthen footprints in Asia, ME & Africa with Cosmic Group’s investment
Cosmic Group, Hong-Kong based investment company with operations across India, Dubai, and Hong Kong, has acquired a strategic minority stake in One Above, marking a major milestone in One Above’s journey toward building a globally integrated travel platform. Under the transaction, Cosmic Group will hold a 20% equity stake in One Above...
TBO partners with Tourism New Zealand to deepen engagement with Indian travellers
TBO Academy plays a strategic role in supporting the Indian travel trade through structured destination education. New Zealand-focused training modules provide travel professionals with practical insights into regional highlights, experience mapping, seasonality, and itinerary construction aligned with Indian traveller preferences...
IRIS Reps join hands with UR Travel
IRIS Reps has announced its strategic partnership with Hong Kong-based DMC, UR Travel Limited, marking a significant expansion of its outbound portfolio for the Indian travel trade. Having represented Hong Kong in the Indian market for over a decade through leading hospitality brands, IRIS Reps will now offer end-to-end destination packages, strengthening its ability to service trade partners...
RateGain reports 94% YoY revenue growth in Q3 FY26; 42% increase in EBITDA
RateGain Travel Technologies Limited announced its financial results for Q3FY2026 ended December 31, 2025, reporting revenue growth driven by strong performance across its DaaS and MarTech businesses. This quarter marks the first full consolidation of Sojern’s financial performance following the completion of the acquisition in November 2025...
Khajornrit Khwanmongkol takes charge as Director, TAT New Delhi Office
Khajornrit Khwanmongkol has joined as Director at the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT), New Delhi Office. Said to be a distinguished senior executive, Khwanmongkol brings over 22 years of leadership experience with TAT, with deep expertise in international tourism marketing, destination management, and sustainable development.
Global Destinations concludes its 6th Annual Roadshow
Global Destinations concluded its 6th Annual Roadshow, bringing together 8 tourism brand partners and engaging with over 200 travel agents across Surat, Ahmedabad, and Kolkata. The multi-city initiative provided a focused platform for knowledge exchange, product updates, and the strengthening of meaningful relationships with the travel fraternity...
VFS Global Foundation unveils 5th skill training centre in Chandigarh
VFS Global Foundation has opened its fifth skill training centre in India in Chandigarh, reaffirming its commitment to equipping local youth with vocational training for careers in travel, tourism and retail. The initiative is said to support students from marginalised communities by strengthening employability and enabling long-term progress for their families..
