Radisson Bengaluru City Center hosted the 5th edition of GReaT Conversations in collaboration with the Karnataka Event Management Association (KEMA). The event brought together leading voices from the events, weddings, airline, and media sectors for a curated round table discussion on the evolving future of corporate events, weddings, and sustainable hospitality practices...

Followed by this inaugural virtual meeting, the tourism cooperation process will continue with the 2nd Tourism Working Group (TWG) Meeting scheduled to be held on August 19–20, 2026 in Jaipur. This will be followed by the BRICS Tourism Ministers' Meeting (TMM) on August 21–22, 2026, also in Jaipur.

Hermitage Hotel & Resort has joined Starhotels Collezione in Forte dei Marmi. The hotel is scheduled to open on May 28, 2026. Set amidst the lush greenery, the hotel features 59 rooms and suites with private terraces or livable verandas. The culinary offering of the property includes Orto all’Hermitage Restaurant, organic garden (farm-to-table philosophy) and Cabana Lounge Bar...

Saudia, the national flag carrier of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, has taken delivery of its first A321XLR, marking a significant milestone as the first airline in the Middle East and Africa to operate Airbus’ newest aircraft. The aircraft, powered by CFM International LEAP-1A engines, is the first of 15 A321XLRs on order by the airline. This delivery is a cornerstone of Saudia’s...

Sri Lanka has announced a free Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) facility for travellers from 40 countries, including India, in a move aimed at boosting tourism and simplifying entry procedures for international visitors. The new policy will come into effect from May 25, 2026.

A conversation with Nopparat Aumpa, SAVP & General Manager, Banyan Tree Bangkok

Aimed at providing relief for travellers heading to the popular hill station of Kodaikanal, the Dindigul district administration on Monday announced free entry for tourists to all prominent attractions under the control of the Forest Department until (May 31).

BOC Aviation Limited (“BOC Aviation” or the “Company”) announced that it has agreed to purchase and leaseback a further three Boeing 737-8200 aircraft to existing customer Akasa Air (“Akasa”) on long-term operating leases. All aircraft will be powered by CFM LEAP1B engines, and all are scheduled for delivery by end-2026.  “Following our successful transaction last November...

The speculation comes amid Thailand’s ongoing review of its tourism and immigration policies for foreign visitors. This also shows the government now prioritising “quality” over volume tourism.

According to online reports, in a move aimed at transforming tea from an everyday household drink into a deeper cultural and sensory experience, Amchong Tea Estate has introduced “Amchong Leaf”, said to be India’s first dedicated tea experience hub.