Banking on the changing profile of the Indian outbound, supplemented by a young fleet of […]
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Jumeirah group keen on India, eyeing expansion in key markets: Linda Lewis
Jumeriah Group has been a trend-setter in the luxury space. Its dominance in the Dubai […]
Gondola incident a natural calamity; media outreach to be launched soon, says Mahmood Shah
Gulmarg was in news recently because of an unfortunate Gondola tragedy. Despite the ‘freak’ accident […]
New-age travellers buying differently, changing set trends
A heavy-weight panel consisting of who’s who of the outbound industry engaged in a free […]
Tap cinema, MICE and fashion segments to scale up footfalls; give hotels infra status, notes J K Mohanty
In an insightful address to a gathering of government representatives, industry insiders and senior bureaucrats, […]
Odisha soul of ‘Incredible India’; have made significant progress on all fronts, says CM Patnaik
The state government had made significant progress on all parameters, social and otherwise, in the […]
Budget lodging segment is an interesting sector for quality ROIs, says Rahul Pandit
Balanced development costs and average rates in the budget accommodation segment is helping investors leverage […]
AirAsia’s connecting Bhubaneshwar to KL has opened up Odisha to APAC: Suresh Nair
AirAsia recently announced new connections from into KL from Bhubaneshwar, making it the first carrier […]
Address the need for joint promotion of experiences to muscle up regional tourism, says Nepal Tourism CEO
The South Asian region, despite home to some of the most unique products and experiences […]
Japan will expand outreach with increased cultural and tourism events : Ambassador Hiramatsu
In his keynote address titled “Tourism as a two-way business for mutual economic and social […]
Addressing connectivity concerns will make India a competitive wedding destination market, says Suman Billa
Suman Billa, Joint Secretary, Ministry of Tourism was at his candid best. Speaking to industry […]
LG helping hotels create differentiated experience with cutting-edge tech
Televisions and displays are important elements in elevating the guest experience. In an attempt to […]
Industry expresses disappointment over GST slab rates, demands reconsideration
It is too early to assess the impact of the soon to be rolled-out GST […]
The perception of GoIbibo as a cutting edge player helped sealing the deal: Deep Kalra
Deep Kalra was on the hot seat once again as he answered some tricky questions […]
Industry insiders discuss the evolution in distribution system, means of leveraging it
The session dedicated to decoding the churnings in the hospitality space and the evolution of […]
Technology has altered hospitality landscape, says Manav Thadani
Manav Thadani, Chairman – Asia Pacific, HVS threw open the 13th edition of HISCA yesterday. […]
Real estate cost correction bodes well, will strengthen supply: Manav Thadani
Manav Thadani, Chairman, HVS-Asia Pacific believes that the blip in real estate prices will have […]
Ensuring operational success of the merger is the real challenge: Deep Kalra
Deep Kalra, Founder and CEO, MMT was at his candid best. In an exclusive one-on-one […]
Traditional products need online outreach, advocates Suman Billa, JS, MoT
Online promotion of tourism assets, products and destinations, provide value to every constituent of the […]
Investment into tourism has given Bahrain a distinct identity in the Gulf region: Sunil Mathapati
One of the few countries in the gulf region that is bereft of oil, Bahrain […]
Malaysia will focus on positioning itself as a destination for the niche segment and family outbound from India, says Tourism Minister
The Days when Malaysia was clubbed with a planned visit to Singapore and Thailand by […]
Plan to open a Fortune in every 180 km in viable markets, says Suresh Kumar
Moving away from being just a dull, room focussed development, mid-segment hotels are emerging as […]
Frankfurt: Culture, heritage, and F&B make it much more than a layover
Annette Biener, Head of Marketing for Frankfurt and the Region listed out some of the […]
Providers to focus on mobile platforms as millennials key to their growth: Simon Lehmann
There is no ambiguity that mobile platforms will continue to drive growth in the online […]
Aggressive marketing needed to leverage ‘Incredible India’ campaign: TAAI President
In a freewheeling interview on the sidelines of an event hosted by Abu Dhabi Tourism […]
Bekal gets a connectivity boost; Jet Airways to fly daily from Delhi to Mangalore
‘God’s own secret in God’s own country’ is how Vivanta by Taj – Bekal describes […]
Kerala: Plans to market Kochi Biennale globally; Australia, East Asia on the radar
Buoyed by the success of 3rd Kochi-Muziris Biennale, Kerala tourism department has set its sight […]
Germany: Affordability USP, barrier-free movement making tourism accessible to all
Contrary to the popular belief of Germany being an expensive destination, it is one of […]
Accor: Hotel brands and OTAs need to work together to change consumer behaviour
Given the fast altering dynamics of the digital space and rapidly transforming consumer behaviour, hotels […]
Andhra Pradesh: Will leverage the ‘unexplored’ quotient; seeks investments
The newly formed Andhra Pradesh has ushered new opportunities for investment into tourism and hospitality, […]
Lack of single window clearance key rider to boosting coffee tourism in Karnataka
D.M. Purnesh, Founder and MD, Classic Group notes that with ample coffee production and the […]
International roadshows and seminars on cuisines by states will attract global inbound
Indian cuisines needed to be taken to the global audience through roadshows and seminars for […]
Concept ‘Himalayan States Council’ needs multi sectoral representation as the way forward
‘Himalayan States Council’ could answer some of the most glaring questions facing India’s hill states, […]
Bilateral movement set to grow as Air Canada unveils Vancouver-Delhi nonstop
Air Canada has made abundantly clear that India remains a key market for the Canadian […]
Expect the Trump administration to be more active on the tourism front
The bonhomie between the tourism industries in India and the USA is most likely to […]
Indian luxury hotels will enjoy their niche positioning, but need to up their game: Vikram Madhok
With the Marriott and Starwood coming together, Indian hotel companies in the luxury space need […]
Strategic location, diverse culinary experiences driving Sofitel Mumbai BKC’s ascent in city’s tourism landscape
A heady mix of regional and global cuisines, a 24-hour spa, and design elements that […]
India a long-term commitment for British Airways; we understand regional nuances, says Moran Birger
British Airways has recently inducted 787-9 Dreamliner on its Delhi-London route, the first such induction […]
Nightlife and cuisines entice outbound to Israel; connectivity needs to be addressed
More Indians were beginning to take to Israel as awareness about its thriving nightlife and […]
I am intrinsically ingrained in the culture and philosophy at The Oberoi: Kapil Chopra
Kapil Chopra opened up about his formative years, his decision to take up the President’s […]
We are fully confident of dealing with pending legacy issues: Ashwani Lohani
Ashwani Lohani was at his candid best when he responded to a number of questions […]
New ad campaign will celebrate the uniqueness of Delhi’s experiences on offer: Kapil Mishra
Delhi tourism will be in the top gear in coming months, as it intends to […]
Online space set to grow with better awareness and education: Virendra Jain
With growing emphasis on digitalization, a mandate driven by the top echelons of the government, […]
Booking.com to continue strengthening its domestic markets: Vikas Bhola
At a time when scaling the inventory is in vogue, Booking.com would rather focus on […]
Rural development and tourism are two sides of the same coin, says S K Misra
Padma Bhushan S K Misra has been a towering figure of the tourism sector for […]
BRAND USA’s PPP model ideal for mutually leveraging resources, says CEO Thompson
Christopher L Thompson, President and CEO, Brand USA was in the capital recently. In a […]
Room rates in the mid-segment will continue to remain under pressure: Vimal Singh
The health of the hospitality industry is dependent on a plethora of factors and not […]
Imparting basic skills at the grassroots critical for industry to succeed: Mahesh Sharma
Speaking at the Amity International Tourism & Hospitality Conference, to an audience that included hundreds […]
GOI gives in-principle approval to multiple-entry and extension of e-visa, shares Zutshi
Secretary Vinod Zutshi, speaking at the 32 annual IATO conference held in Chennai, listed out […]
Vijay Mankotia moots ‘Himalayan States Council’ to expedite infra development
Instead of ad-hoc solutions to address imminent issues, there is a pressing need for a […]
Govt must look into rebates doled by OTAs in larger national interest: Subhash Goyal
Tamil Nadu’s growing stature as the gateway to Sri Lanka, Singapore and Malaysia has helped […]
Yes Bank report highlights need for creating land banks to expedite infra push
Divulging some of the key recommendations of the report compiled by Yes Bank, Nikhil Shani, […]
MoT to chair taskforce on connectivity; to rope in railways, NH and aviation, says Zutshi
The government has constituted a taskforce to be chaired by Secretary (tourism), involving ministry of […]
Nurture startups to address bottlenecks in the tourism sector: Secretary, DIPP
Ramesh Abhishek, Secretary, DIPP, asked industry and investors to nurture India’s emerging start-up culture to […]
Infusing the art of story-telling could help connect products around heritage to masses
India’s diverse heritage, perhaps, does not receives the adulation by communities and travellers as it […]
MoT keen on further relaxing real-estate classification and CRZ guidelines, says Billa
Suman Billa, Joint Secretary, Ministry of Tourism, in a well-received address, asked industry to focus […]
Swadesh Darshan scheme gets a shot in the arm with over 2000 crores allocation for 25 projects
The Swadesh Darshan scheme, launched in January last year, has received a substantial allocation of […]
Tamil Nadu pips Goa to become most frequented state by foreign tourists
Going by the numbers released by the Ministry of Tourism, 2015 saw some major turn-around […]
Kerala tourism announces ‘God’s Own Country 2.0’, slew of new projects aimed at new markets unveiled
Kerala tourism department, in a media outreach event, announced a new media campaign centred around […]
Spain senses no competition in attracting cinema tourism from India, asserts Counsellor
Alluring tax rebates, picturesque locations and technical assistance are some USPs that are likely to […]
Focus on quality, key source markets to attract luxury travellers: Vikram Madhok
Vikram Madhok, Managing Director, Abercrombie & Kent has been a witness and an important participant […]
India-USA connectivity on top of our agenda, says Ashwani Lohani
Air India chief Ashwani Lohani shared Air-India’s vision of enhancing air-connectivity between the two countries. […]
Tourism could support 47 Million jobs by 2025 in India: Ambassador Verma
Buoyed by a noticeable rise in bilateral footfalls, Richard Verma, US Ambassador to India, believed […]
An historic opportunity with celebration of 2017 as Indo-US cooperation year: Isabel Hill
Isabel Hill spoke extensively on how USA was in midst of systematically addressing some of […]
India needs new promotion strategy; tourism critical for economy, says Amitabh Kant
Amitabh Kant was at his imperious best, as he gave a stirring keynote address on […]
Trinidad and Tobago will focus on cultural links with India to increase outbound
With a noticeable increase in numbers, thanks to sports and cinema tourism, Trinidad and Tobago […]
‘Indian Oscars’, IIFA puts Spain back into limelight for the Indian outbound
Spain’s ascent as the preferred Mediterranean getaway for the Indian outbound in recent years has […]
Yatra.com diversifies with cab marketplace; aims to become the one-stop travel solution
Indian online travel portal, Yatra.com has ventured into a new territory – cab marketplace. With […]
OYO taps business travellers; launches “OYO for Business” app with self-serve features
Self-serve platforms have been in vogue in some parts of Europe and the US. It […]
After a momentary stir, ‘Brexit’ set to fuel Indian outbound as Pound heads south
The Great Britain’s shock exit from the European Union has left much in the realm […]
Growing demand for experiential holidaying working well for home-stay segment, trend likely to intensify
Growing interest in experiential holidaying is going beyond merely engaging in activities and more travelers […]
Spotlight on yoga as Second International Yoga Day celebrated globally
Yoga is in vogue. From classical forms to more contemporary fusion form, it is being […]
In a push for reforms, new civil aviation policy bids adieu to archaic 5/20; FDI extended to 100%
Going high on reform agenda, this time on the civil aviation front, the cabinet has […]
T&T growing on niche outbound; keen on tapping historical linkages to promote tourism
Trinidad and Tobago has a strong historical connect to India, dating back to the days […]
TN needs a larger vision; ban on alcohol will impact revenue, say industry insiders
As CM Jayalalitha takes over the reins of TN one more time, hotel industry is […]
Distinctive Asian hospitality sets us apart; MICE industry needs specialization, says GM, Shangri La’s Eros Hotel
Parmeet Singh Nayar, General Manager – Shangri-La’s – Eros Hotel, New Delhi bets on authentic […]
New Civil Aviation policy bids adieu to the archaic 5/20 rule
Going high on reform agenda, this time on the civil aviation front, the cabinet has […]
Tarun Thakral rues lack of interface, basic hygeine for dismal show of museums
India’s culture and history are its strongest USPs, and yet our museums have failed to […]
‘Joy of life’, Mediterranean offerings makes Greece an ideal Indian outbound, says envoy
His Excellency Panos Kalogeropoulos, Ambassador of Greece believes that his nation’s offerings like ‘joy of […]
Ajay Singh reminisces troubled days, looks ahead as SpiceJet celebrates its 11 years
It was a night of festivity, music and live performances for SpiceJet management as the […]
Industry upbeat with the extension of E-tv to cover medical and yoga tourists
The government has further eased e-visa norms to cover travellers seeking medical treatment or on […]
Ginger Hotels will continue expansion with 15-20 properties each year in key cities: Nikhil Sharma, COO
A breed of travelers who demand more options at very competitive pricing will continue to […]
Newly established, Oman Convention Bureau set to strengthen its MICE offerings
With the recently established convention bureau by the Ministry of Tourism, Oman is set to […]
Smaller cities to be serviced with ATR aircrafts; Air India to connect Washington, says Pankaj Srivastava
Pankaj Srivastav, Director (Commercial) and Member, Board of Directors, Air India spoke at length with […]
Kapil Mishra assures of stronger marketing and synergy in efforts
Speaking recently to a select group of stakeholders, detailing some key undertakings of the Delhi […]
Macy’s offerings in-sync with every city’s character makes it a key American product for outbound
In an exclusive interview, Keri Hanson, Marketing Director, Macy’s USA outlined how shopping was a […]
CM Kejriwal bats for a long-term vision for Delhi tourism, expects industry to lead with ideas and innovation
Arvind Kejriwal donned the listener’s hat, as a select group of industry stakeholders met with […]
Haveli Dharampura’s success will demonstrate the power of Old Delhi’s heritage and conservation, says Vijay Goel
Vijay Goel is a familiar name in Delhi circles. A two time Lok Sabha MP, […]
Green shoots in economy encouraging, but inadequate infra continues to haunt Bengaluru, says GM, CCEL
Bengaluru, long established nerve-centre for service based businesses in India, is grappling with the shortage […]
Air Asiana to operate five flights a week from Delhi; Korea better positioned as a premier destination, says Director, Korea Tourism Organization
Speaking with TF, Byugnsun Lee, Director, Korea Tourism Organization said that there has been a […]
Liquor ban in Bihar translates into Nepal’s gain as liquor tourism gains momentum
Bihar government’s recent directive of imposing a blanket ban on alcohol has turned the fortunes […]
BlaBlaCars hits a million seat shares; travel experience makes it a unique offering
Having registered over a million users on their platform, BlaBlacars has made quite a debut […]
Startups a new reality; personalization future of travel, says Urrshila Kerkar
Urrshila Kerkar, Executive Director, Cox & Kings talked about the future of online travel noting […]
‘The China Story’ that never happened for India
France recently received over 66 million tourists making it one of the most visited destinations […]
Zambia to revive its national carrier; Delhi-Lusaka may soon have direct connectivity again
Speaking to TF at the sidelines of Zambia road-show held recently at the Park Hotel […]
Adopting automation and refining products are vital to succeed: Neelu Singh, Ezeego1.com
Neelu Singh, Director & CEO, Ezeego1.com was of the opinion that India was consolidating its […]
Goa way beyond just beach tourism; weddings, adventure new major tourist engagements: Nikhil Desai
Strong focus on diversification of source markets, and the success of e-visa is helping Goa […]
Inbound traffic not translating into revenue for agents; tweak policy, boost infra to tap Chinese outbound, says IATO President
Some may argue that, on the statistical front, inbound tourism into India has grown in […]
Honeymooners lead leisure travel into Mauritius; will focus on Golf tourism, says Vivek Anand
What is the scale of Indian outbound to Mauritius?We closed 2015 with figures of 72,145 […]
Growing Indian business, investments helping MICE movement: CEO, Zambia tourism agency
Growing business interest of some major Indian corporate conglomerates is pushing MICE numbers at an […]
Rationalization of taxes, connecting stakeholders, critical for MICE to succeed: Suman Billa
Speaking at a seminar, jointly organized by ASSOCHAM and ICPB on MICE tourism in India, […]
Domestic travel will muscle up OTAs; Yatra.com will boost alternate stay options, says Sharat Dhall
In a no-holds-barred exclusive interview, Sharat Dhall, President, Yatra.com opened up on several issues ranging […]
Aggregators will change model after scaling; Indian hotels need to be more consumer-centric
With over forty years of experience in operating different hotels in the USA, Anupam Narayan […]
India could emerge as a key market in the near future; old-school the trend in luxury, says Julie Wagner
Trends in the luxury segment point towards a definitive shift towards old-school ways of hospitality […]
Driven by their appetite for innovation, stand-alone restaurants will lead F&B segment
Technology and convenience will drive the F&B segment in the times ahead. Given that stand-alone […]
Conrad Hotels debuts in India with a property in Pune; attracting MICE and leisure travellers
Conrad Hotels and Resorts have launched their first property in Pune. Strategically located in the […]
Ethiopian Airline doubles flights from Delhi; fastest connect to S. America on the cards
As the Ethiopian Airlines unveils additional flight from Delhi on a daily basis, India and […]
Air Mauritius brings extra flights from Delhi/Mumbai; will fly from Chennai and Bengaluru from 2017
Talking to TF on the sidelines of Mauritius tourism promotion event, Vinit G, Manager – […]
Rationalize taxes, synchronise efforts for MICE to flourish in India, say industry stakeholders
As ASSOCHAM and ICPB came together to hold a seminar on MICE tourism in India, […]
Farooq Shah back as Secretary Tourism; reiterates commitment to developing tourism in J&K
Farooq Shah – who has previously served as the MD, JKTDC; MD, J&K Cable Car […]
Hotels muscle up their online presence to counter aggregators’ onslaught
Driven by stronger online presence, loyalty programs and mediums like apps, to offer personalisation of […]
Macau has all the ingredients to make it a family and cultural destination; incentives helping drive MICE
‘The Vegas of East’ has many facets that are yet to find traction in the […]
Jordan keen to augment wedding segment; sets sight on new markets to enhance footfalls
Jordan is a nation with plenty of tourist attractions. A concoction of ancient ruins and […]
Involving local community a must in creating experiences for visitors: Akhil Behl
Akhil Behl – CEO, Ayana Hospitality believes that Indian hospitality sector has started taking small […]
Delhi and Mumbai may soon have direct flights to Male: Maldivian envoy
Maldives and India have been close partners for many years. The diplomatic ties between the […]
Phillip Island showcases the power of conservation in creating a unique product
Not many places in the world can boast of activities where tourists can hand-feed Koala […]
Ethiopian Airline doubles frequency from Delhi; strengthens fastest connect to S. America and African continent
In a clear sign of growing bilateral connect between India and Ethiopia, Ethiopian Airline has […]
Stakeholders moot comprehensive roadmap for sustainable wildlife tourism
As TOFT brought together top resort and hotel owners who have strived to inculcate best […]
India’s market big enough to accommodate OTAs and industry’s growth
Given that a miniscule percentage of the total bookings are happening online – which ranges […]
Ibis will continue its strong supply growth with a mix of debt and equity: J B Singh
With over 700 rooms in the pipeline, in the next few months, IBIS will somewhat […]
Italy bets on its areas of expertise to boost bilateral trade and tourism
Bilateral trade has long been the most reliable barometer of engagement between nations. Going by […]
India continues to be Bhutan’s top source market; Buddhist tourism continues to power footfalls
Bhutan’s uniqueness not only lies in its plethora of sites and temples that make it […]
Oman’s niche offerings, robust marketing could create a pull for the outbound
Given that Oman’s reputation as a wedding destination has risen in the last few years, […]
‘Distress’ an over used word in hospitality, notes Ajay Bakaya
Ajay Bakaya contends that hoteliers wanting to sell off their properties must be realistic in […]
India invests in Maldives hotels; Minister Moosa Zameer assures more flights
Maldives has a similar culture and cuisine which binds both the nations, feels Maldives Tourism […]
Lavasa demonstrates the power of new cities, says CEO Rajiv Duggal
Lavasa’s ascent as a tourist destination underlines the power of creating new infrastructure and is […]
High-altitude lakes may emerge as the next big draw for J&K tourism
J&K’s tourism product has been growing steadily for some time now. It is centered around […]
Augment port infra to compete, says Monarch Cruise CEO
As Monarch Cruise unveiled a never before concoction of Bollywood and cricket to luxury cruising […]
Hong Kong’s Harbour City mall exhibits the power of shopping in boosting footfalls
Shopping is a major tourist draw and destinations can leverage it to boost their tourism […]
The Pride Hotels may explore IPO route in 2-3 years, reveals S P Jain
The Pride Hotels will keep expanding but without over-burdening themselves with debt, says the MD. […]
Indian outbound travel remains robust, amidst currency fluctuations
Given the fluctuation in the rupee, vis-à-vis the dollar and other currencies, some interesting outbound […]
J&K set to intensify tourism through monthly festivals, informs Secretary Shah
As J&K launched a road show, in the capital recently, Secretary Farooq Shah said that […]
We will focus on IT, pharma, F&B and equestrian sector to boost bilateral connect: Irish envoy
Sister Nivedita, Annie Besant, James Cousins and W B Yeats are some of the important […]
Nevada keen on enhanced student exchange and ‘sister cities’, says Lt. Governor
Nevada needs no introduction. With the iconic Las Vegas by its side, its tourism pull […]
Enhanced economic exchange key to stronger tourism connect, notes Mongolian Ambassador
As Mongolia and India celebrate sixty years of diplomatic ties, it is time to re-look […]
Indonesia to target tier-2 and 3 cities; direct flights may commence after Garuda Airline’s fleet expansion
Indonesia is aiming to widen its presence in India by focusing on secondary and tertiary […]
Looking beyond Russia; diversifying through adventure activities, says Nikhil Desai
As the Russian influx sees a major drop in volume, Goa is eyeing newer markets […]
Literary festivals can transform destinations, says Sonjoy Roy of JLF
Literary festivals are becoming more than just a pursuit for brainstorming and displaying literary genius. […]
OYO aspires to bring every under-utilized real-estate online, says Ritesh Agarwal
Speaking at the third Global Hospitality Conclave, Ritesh Agarwal shared his vision of transforming nation’s […]
Hotels.com sees e-commerce providers lean back on ‘personalisation’ trend
Spurt in users of online bookings is swiftly creating a new trend – rise in […]
India SA’s biggest market in Asia; will continue to invest more here than in China, says Hanneli Slabber
Hoping to regain the lost steam because of the visa mismanagement issue, Hanneli Slabber, Country […]
Lowering prices will affect exclusivity of a luxury train; exploring avenues to make business viable, reasons CMD, IRCTC
Brushing aside concerns of low occupancy in luxury trains, A K Manocha CMD, IRCTC called […]
More connectivity will boost numbers; explore cinema and theatre, suggests Korean envoy
In an exclusive with TF, Korean envoy Cho Hyun shared that with a palpable sense […]
India second biggest Asian market for Sweden Massive investment in tourism to boost online outreach
As Sweden embarks on an ambitious undertaking, infusing over 70 million SEK in the tourism […]
Niche segments take off in Madhya Pradesh with launch of Jal Mahotsav
The state has unveiled an annual festival which aims to promote water based tourism, besides […]
Rwanda projects ‘new destination appeal’; Rwandair coming to Mumbai from September ’16
Rwanda is one of the most successful nations in Africa which has steadily been attracting […]
Foray will benefit tourism in J&K; signifies change in market perception, says K B Kachru
Calling Carlson Rezidor’s move into J&K a significant step forward in signalling changing times in the valley, […]
Carlson Rezidor’s mega foray into J&K; to open seven hotels in the next five years
In a deal that signifies a sea-change in the perception of J&K’s tourism, hospitality industry […]
Pragati Maidan ‘2.0’ will be a game-changer for exhibition industry in the country
Built in 1972, Pragati Maidan has long been the nerve-centre of capital’s trade and commerce. […]
Aim to host 5 million tourists in J&K in the coming 5 years: Secretary (Tourism)
Farooq Shah has donned many hats in his illustrious career. Having served as the Director, […]
Asia’s largest visa application centre to make travel hassle-free: Vinay Malhotra
Boasting of visa application centre for 31 countries under one roof, the newly inaugurated VFS […]
No drop seen in number of visa applications, says French ambassador Francois Richier
France and India have been all-weather allies. The bilateral ties between the two are only […]
Language & food no handicap; want Korea to become a preferred getaway, says Director (Tourism)
Korea’s positioning as the third top destination, globally, in the MICE and corporate segment is […]
Korea to connect 19 flights a week from January, says Korean Ambassador
Speaking at the Korean Night 2015 held in the capital, Korean Ambassador CHO Hyun divulged […]
Cologne’s heritage management a lesson for India; Indian influx doubles in the past 5 years
Calling the tourism offerings of Cologne multi-faceted, he hopes to cash in on its growing […]
Germany plans to welcome a million guests from Indian shores by 2020
Driven by attractive incentives, in-expensive travel and plenty of activities on offer, Germany is gaining […]
Baden-Baden’s success lies in affordable luxury; gains toehold as a niche sports getaway
Known primarily as a niche spa destination, Baden-Baden is also gaining a toehold in the […]
‘Bottom-up’ approach must to mainstream new destinations: NatGeo achiever
As NatGeo brought together achievers, as a part of the Mission Explorer, to celebrate their […]
Save craftsmen for conservation efforts to remain alive, contends Ratish Nanda
Speaking at the LILA PRISM lecture series, Ratish Nanda calls the takeover of heritage maintenance […]
Build upon India’s uniqueness; revisit its symbols, says Aman Nath
India has a unique continuity of time and space – which needs to be pushed […]
