Through this partnership, MakeMyTrip and Vietravel aim to build on this momentum and expand the depth of activities and experiences offered across Vietnam; while opening a new travel corridor to Cambodia and Laos, two destinations steeped in history and heritage.

Opulent Oasis Hospitality aims to position itself to address what it sees as a structural gap between high-cost niche luxury and formula-driven commercial hotels. The company’s approach said to centre on designing “experience-first” destinations that prioritise emotional engagement, local context and operational efficiency over scale-led standardisation.

The AALI office at GIFT City aim to serve as a dedicated platform to support Akasa Air’s fleet expansion and longterm growth plans. It will play a pivotal role in advancing the airline’s aircraft financing strategy, enabling greater flexibility, cost efficiency, and enhanced access to global capital markets.

Thomas Cook (India) Limited and its group company SOTC Travel, have signed a long-term MoU with Vinpearl, Vietnam’s hospitality, tourism, and entertainment brand. The collaboration brings together Thomas Cook India and SOTC’s market expertise with Vinpearl’s destination portfolio, further strengthening Vietnam’s appeal among Indian travellers.

Courtyard by Marriott, part of Marriott Bonvoy’s global portfolio of over 30 hotel brands, announced the opening of Courtyard by Marriott Kochi Infopark. Strategically located in Kakkanad within Kochi’s Infopark IT corridor, the hotel aims to offer a convenient base for business and leisure travellers visiting the city’s key commercial hubs.

According to online reports, Singapore recorded its strongest tourism performance to date in 2025, with tourism receipts climbing to a record SGD 32.8 billion (USD 25.9 billion), surpassing the previous high of SGD 29.8 billion achieved in 2024.

Expanding its footprint in experiential hospitality, Sayaji Hotels announces the launch of The Forest Chapter (TFC) by Sayaji, Sasan Gir - a boutique retreat nestled in the heart of Gujarat’s wilderness. This resort in Sasan Gir marks the debut of Sayaji’s new sub-brand, The Forest Chapter, said to be dedicated to curated stays in India’s most pristine landscapes.

Scoot, the low-cost subsidiary of Singapore Airlines (SIA), announced a firm order for five Airbus A320neo family aircraft. The airline also exercised options for an additional six aircraft, from its 2014 order with Airbus. The new aircraft will be progressively delivered from 2028. With these 11 additional aircraft, which will be powered by the Pratt & Whitney PW1100G-JM (GTF) engines...

Red Carpet Travels is strengthening its international presence while focussing and investing in technology and AI-driven solutions to support travel agents, shared Rajesh Kakade, Founder & Global Director, in an exclusive interaction with Travel Trends Today (T3).

Uttar Pradesh is expanding tourism infrastructure across religious, heritage and cultural destinations. To ensure projects are completed on time ahead of the upcoming election year, during a high-level review meeting of the Tourism and Culture Department in Lucknow on May 7, 2026, Tourism and Culture Minister Jaiveer Singh have set strict deadlines for all the tourism projects...