Ras Al Khaimah Tourism Development Authority (RAKTDA) announces results for the Emirate, welcoming 1.35 million overnight visitors in 2025 – a 6% year-on-year increase – alongside a 12% growth in tourism revenues.

Nature Trails, the experiential hospitality brand by Thomas Cook (India) Limited, has expanded its portfolio, adding to its existing four resorts at Durshet, Sajan and Kundalika in Maharashtra and Rock Valley in Goa, with the launch of their 5th resort, Nature Trails Rishikesh in Uttarakhand...

Indian leisure travel underwent a behavioural shift in 2025, with travellers increasingly choosing fewer destinations, longer stays and better-paced itineraries over rushed, checklist-style holidays, according to the Thrillophilia 2025 Multi-Day Travel Index...

A 145-key Vignette Collection hotel will commence in Panchkula in early 2026.

The company will lead Jetwing Luxury Reserves to deepen trade engagement, build sustained brand relevance, and drive business from India.

Tmt. J. Innocent Divya, IAS, takes charge as Commissioner of Tamil Nadu Tourism and Managing Director of TTDC, signalling a key leadership transition in the state’s tourism sector. Divya also served as the Managing Director of the Tamil Nadu Skill Development Corporation (TNSDC).

ICRA expects sustained demand and pricing power to support revenue growth for the premium hotel segment in H2 FY2026 and FY2027. The revision in the Flight Duty Time Limitation (FDTL) norms led to temporary flight disruptions in early December 2025; however, the impact on hotel bookings was largely contained. Travellers extended their stays due to flight cancellations...

Royal Orchid Hotels Ltd. (ROHL) announced the signing of a new resort in the world-renowned wildlife destination of Jim Corbett, Uttarakhand. Developed by M/S VACAN HAUSS REALTY, the upcoming resort is designed to offer a blend of comfort and nature, catering to wildlife enthusiasts, adventure seekers, and corporate groups. The property will feature 50 rooms, providing an upscale stay experience.

FLY91 has announced the launch of daily non-stop flights between Kochi and Agatti in the Lakshadweep islands, with bookings now open in both directions. The announcement comes as the regional airline prepares to add seven new stations over the next 90 days as part of a phased network expansion.

India remains a key growth engine for IHG and delivered a third consecutive year of record signings in 2025. This momentum supports IHG’s ambition to reach more than 400 open and in development hotels within the next five years and reflects strong owner confidence in IHG’s brand portfolio and enterprise system.