Best Western Plus to debut in Udaipur with re-branding of Seasons Park
Udaipur to launch as the brand’s first hotel in Rajasthan, operational by September 2026.
Opening of Mandai Rainforest Resort by Banyan Tree and Rainforest Festival
Banyan Group’s inaugural Rainforest Festival celebrating sustainable design, biodiversity and wellbeing in support of President’s Challenge 2025
October air passenger demand growth accelerates to 6.6%: IATA
International demand rose 8.5% compared to October 2024. Capacity was up 7.1% year-on-year, and the load factor was 84.6%. Domestic demand increased 3.4% compared to October 2024.
Air India Express takes off from Nagpur with twice-daily services to Bengaluru
The new Nagpur–Bengaluru service enables access to the vast Air India Express network, offering convenient one-stop connectivity to around 30 domestic and seven international destinations.
Tour Circuit announced to commemorate the Mahaparinirvan Din of Bharat Ratna Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar
Through this tour circuit, the government is keen to present before citizens and tourists the significant locations sanctified by the footsteps of Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar, as well as the inspiring journey of his life.
Marriott International celebrates the opening of Legacy Mekong, Can Tho, Autograph Collection in Vietnam
The milestone reinforces Marriott’s thoughtful growth strategy across the region as it expands beyond gateway cities into emerging destinations
Skål International India installs its 20th club, Skål International Kashmir
The ceremony followed official Skål protocols including the oath and pinning of office-bearers and founder members, certificate presentations, recognition of tourism contributors, and messages of solidarity from Skål leaders
South Africa eyes faster visas, direct flights to unlock India's full tourism potential: Patricia de Lille
In a focused conversation with Travel Trends Today (T3), South Africa’s Tourism Minister, Patricia de Lille outlined the roadmap to boost arrivals from India, signalling that visa reforms, direct air connectivity, and deeper penetration into secondary Indian cities will shape the next phase of South Africa’s India strategy.
Osaka Group launches Osaka Connect Dot Com
An AI-powered digital ecosystem set to unify global travel under one platform.
IATO delegation meets Governor of Manipur to discuss key issues affecting state’s tourism development
The delegation was led by Ravi Gosain, President – IATO, accompanied by Rajiv Mehra, Immediate Past President, Radhakrishna Sharma, IATO State In-charge – Manipur, and E.B. Blah, IATO State In-charge – Meghalaya.
