Saudi Tourism Authority deepens Mumbai outreach with curated yacht experience
The Saudi Tourism Authority (STA) hosted ‘Beyond the Shore: Saudi’, an exclusive, experience-led yacht-sailing event in Mumbai on January 30. The initiative was designed to elevate the position of Saudi Arabia’s pristine Saudi Red Sea coast and position it as a compelling, year-round destination for Indian travellers. The event brought together around 40 key trade partners, media...
Vietjet commits USD 6.1 Bn to fleet and finances; leading APAC growth
Vietjet is positioning itself as a key driver in the Asia-Pacific aviation sector, unveiling a series of strategic initiatives at the Singapore Airshow 2026 designed to enhance its fleet and support regional aviation finance. These developments, totalling over USD6.1 billion in agreements, signal a significant commitment to scalability, efficiency, and meeting the rising travel demand across....
EGYPTAIR takes delivery of its first of 16 Airbus A350-900 aircraft
EGYPTAIR has taken delivery of its first of 16 Airbus A350 900 on order, becoming the launch operator for the type in North Africa. The A350 will support the airline’s long haul fleet modernisation and network expansion with new non stop routes to key destinations including the US West Coast and North Asia, from its Cairo hub. EGYPTAIR currently operates an Airbus fleet of eight A320neos,...
FLY91 commences daily Kochi-Agatti-Kochi Service
FLY91 operated its inaugural flight on the Kochi–Agatti sector, launching a new daily service connecting Kerala with the Lakshadweep islands. Ahead of the maiden departure, FLY91’s ATR 72-600 aircraft was accorded a ceremonial welcome at Kochi Airport with a traditional water cannon salute, marking the commencement of services to Agatti...
Wyndham debuts Dolce brand in India with two resort signings in Goa and Udaipur
Wyndham Hotels & Resorts announced the signing of two new Dolce by Wyndham properties in Goa and Udaipur, marking the brand’s entry into India and underscoring Wyndham’s continued expansion into the upscale leisure sector...
CSMIA opens 14 Hybrid Self Bag Drop counters at T2
Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (CSMIA), Mumbai has opened 14 Hybrid Self Bag Drop (SBD) counters at Terminal 2 (T2), marking a key step in strengthening departure processing through technology-led solutions. The introduction of Hybrid SBD counters forms part of CSMIA’s phased plan to transition all 212 existing check-in desks at T2 to a hybrid format by 2028. The initiative...
Over 4.5L foreign tourists visited India between Jan-Nov 2025 for medical purposes: Centre
The Ministry of Tourism promotes India in a holistic manner, through various initiatives. As part of on-going activities, promotion of medical & wellness tourism, is also taken up. Recent MoT update shows that around 4,50,633 foreign tourist arrivals were recorded in 2025 from January to November, who visited the country for medical purposes...
Thomas Cook India & Mauritius Tourism Promotion Authority join hands to boost travel to Mauritius
Thomas Cook (India) Limited and its group company, SOTC Travel, have signed a MOU with Mauritius Tourism Promotion Authority (MTPA). This strategic collaboration will ensure focus on growing Mauritius’ visibility and inspiring visitation from the India market. The MOU was signed byRajeev Kale, President & Country Head at Thomas Cook (India) Limited, S.D. Nandakumar - President & Country Head....
FLY91 leases two aircraft from TrueNoord to support regional expansion
Regional airline FLY91 has inducted two aircraft under long-term operating leases from regional aircraft lessor TrueNoord, as it continues a measured fleet expansion focused on strengthening connectivity across Tier-2 and Tier-3 markets...
Tivoli Hospitality Group unveils Omnia Convention by Tivoli in Gurugram
Tivoli Hospitality Group has officially unveiled Omnia Convention by Tivoli during a grand launch event held at the property in Bhondsi–Badshahpur, Gurugram. The unveiling celebration brought together hospitality professionals, event planners, industry experts, and the crème of Delhi and NCR, offering everyone a preview of the group’s newest luxury Hotel...
