Today's Traveller Newsletter - Updates                
15 October 2024

Today's Traveller Newsletter - Updates 15 October 2024

Attention Travel Enthusiasts! We are thrilled to introduce the latest edition of Today's Traveller Newsletter – your ultimate guide to the exciting world of travel, enriched with professional insights and a touch of adventure.

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This issue brings you to the forefront of news from the realms of travel, tourism, aviation, and hospitality. We're your exclusive access to the hottest trends and recent developments in these sectors.

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Today's Traveller Snippets

  • Yatra partners with Swiggy to offer exclusive travel perks for Swiggy One Members
  • Akasa Air launches ‘Akasa Holidays’: Announces all-inclusive, customised travel experiences
  • Travomint has announced renewal of Long-term Contract with ITQ
  • Antara Cruises unveils newly renovated MV Bengal Ganga
  • Preferred Travel Group unveils development process and vision for Companywide Climate Action Plan
  • Srilankan Airlines named leading International Airline in South Asia at SATA 2024
  • Turkish Airlines introduces the world’s ‘Oldest Bread’ to Select Business Class Flights
  • Emirates commits support to Asia Rugby to broaden reach and appeal of sport in 36 countries
  • Turkish Airlines secures first Sustainability-Linked Loan for two Airbus A321NEO Aircraft
  • WTTC announces final line-up for its 24th Global Summit in Perth, Western Australia
  • Zimbabwe unveils its untamed beauty to Indian Travel Agents
  • Travel Cue sets ambitious global expansion plans with a renewed Amadeus agreement
  • United Airlines live activities now available on Apple Watch
  • Air India elevates global travel with A350, offering a new era of Premium Air Travel
  • India’s first: Scapia turns lounge privileges into airport privileges
  • Cricketer Mr. Rhodes to attend the 54th FHRAI Annual Convention as Guest of Honour
  • Brij Lakshman Sagar announces inclusion in Small Luxury Hotels (SLH)
  • La Mamounia, Marrakech successfully concludes mission
  • Stone Wood Hotels & Resorts announces new property in South Goa
  • Madhya Pradesh launches state's 1st Women-Run 'Handloom Cafe' in Pranpur
  • The Clarks Hotels & Resorts upgrades to Hotelogix Cloud
  • Goa Tourism celebrated World Tourism Day on 27th September 2024
  • Indian hospitality on the rise: Room count to surge to 4.1 million by 2034
  • TAAI roadmap 2024-26 empowers agents, seeks fair commissions & strong tax reforms
  • Pride Hotels Group signs Pride Elite Hotel Phaltan
  • Pure! Travel Group appoints Global India Reps as its exclusive market representative for India
  • Holiday Tribe raises INR 5.4 crores from Powerhouse Ventures and GSF
  • UP Tourism to enhance eco-tourism opportunities at Udhaila Lake in Ayodhya
  • Cygnett Hotels & Resorts announces the opening of Cozzet Bindal, Jamshedpur
  • Flyzy to invest 10 Cr in tryvisa: aims for largest ‘Made-In-India’ Visa Solutions Provider
  • One Earth Hotels unveils One Earth City Heart in Amritsar


News

India’s Outbound MICE travel to soar to $13.4 Billion by 2031

A report by Today's Traveller reveals that India's outbound MICE tourism market is poised to reach a projected value of US$ 13.4 billion by 2031.

One on One MICE meetings with corporate purchasers at MTM & LLTM Exhibition (MICE Travel Mart & Luxury and Leisure Travel Mart)


What's driving India's growth as leader in Asia-Pacific Music Tourism?

India emerges as a key player in music tourism and sports events across the Asia-Pacific region, with a projected CAGR of 18.7% till 2034.

Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour (source: Wikimedia Commons) - music and sports tourism


Singapore vs Hong Kong: 2024 Hotel Market Showdown

Checkout the intense Singapore vs Hong Kong rivalry, two of Asia’s key hotel markets, both competing for supremacy in the post-pandemic era.

SINGAPORE VERSUS HONG KONG, Global Asset Solutions Report


SRSA sets goal to attract 19 Million tourists to Red Sea Coast by 2030

SRSA, in collaboration with the Ministry of Investment, released a report titled "Invest in Coastal Tourism," highlighting the role of coastal tourism in driving the Saudi Vision 2030.

SRSA sets ambitious goal to attract 19 Million tourists to Red Sea Coast by 2030

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Hotelivate’s Indian Hospitality Trends & Opportunities Report

Hotelivate presents the 27th edition of the Indian Hospitality Trends & Opportunities Report.

Manav Thadani, Founder Chairman – Hotelivate


Sterling unveils Sterling Stolen Heaven Lonavala

Sterling Holiday Resorts has announced the launch of Sterling Stolen Heaven Lonavala, a condo-styled resort nestled in Karla.

Sterling unveils a paradisiacal staycation, Sterling Stolen Heaven Lonavala

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Hyatt India and NMACC redefine cultural partnership

Hyatt India has announced a strategic collaboration with the Nita Mukesh Ambani Cultural Centre (NMACC), multi-disciplinary cultural space in the sphere of arts.

Devendra Bharma, CEO, Jio World Centre

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Marriott International signs agreement with Prestige Falcon Realty Ventures

Marriott International has announced a signed agreement with Prestige Falcon Realty Ventures Private Limited to open The Mumbai EDITION.

Rajeev Menon, President Asia Pacific excluding Greater China Marriott International: Marriott International signs agreement with Prestige Falcon Realty Ventures


?Svelte Delhi, a member of Radisson Individuals opens in New Delhi

Radisson Hotel Group has announced the opening of Svelte Delhi, a member of Radisson Individuals, marking the debut.

Svelte Delhi, a member of Radisson Individuals opens doors in the heart of the Capital

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BLS International acquires 100% stake in Citizenship Invest

BLS International Services Limited (“BLS”) has announced the successful completion of its acquisition of 100% stake in Citizenship Invest.

Shikhar Aggarwal, Joint Managing Director of BLS International Services Limited

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TreeHouse Hotels & Resorts expands footprint in Karnataka’s Hubli

TreeHouse Hotels & Resorts has announced the signing of a new hotel in Hubli, Karnataka.

TreeHouse Hotels & Resorts expands footprint in Karnataka with 2nd property in Hubli


Air India Express completes merger with AIX Connect

Air India Group has completed the operational integration and legal merger of Air India Express Ltd and AIX Connect Pvt into a larger Low-Cost Carrier.

Air India Express completes merger with AIX Connect

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Accor unveils Novotel Goa Panjim?

Novotel, a leading global brand within the Accor portfolio has announced the opening of its fourth Novotel property in Goa, marking a new chapter in its growth in the region.

Accor unveils Novotel Goa Panjim in the Heart of Goa

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Hilton 2025 Report: Gen A and Gen Z in India shapes family travel plans

Hilton’s 2025 Trends Report reveals how Gen Alpha and Gen Z are reshaping travel, and prioritizing experiences that reflect their personal interests and cultural pride.

Alexandra Jaritz, Senior Vice President, Brand Management, Asia Pacific, Hilton


IHCL: Ginger steps into Chanakyapuri, New Delhi

Indian Hotels Company (IHCL) has announced the opening of Ginger Delhi, Chanakyapuri.

Puneet Chhatwal, Managing Director & CEO, IHCL

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San Francisco Tourism to Reach 23.9M in 2025 with Strong Convention & Leisure Travel

San Francisco Travel Association has released its updated 2024 and 2025 Visitor and Lodging Forecast at the annual Visitor Impact Summit.

Brett Allor, Vice President of Market Strategy & Research, San Francisco Travel Association

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Madhya Pradesh’s Pranpur, Sabarvani and Ladpura recognised Best Tourism Villages

The Central Ministry of Tourism has announced Pranpur, Sabarvani, and Ladpura Khas in Madhya Pradesh as the Best Tourism Villages in the country.

Madhya Pradesh’s Pranpur, Sabarvani and Ladpura Recognised as Best Tourism Villages

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AAHOA welcomes OYO's acquisition of G6 Brands

AAHOA welcomes OYO's recent acquisition of G6 Hospitality, which includes Motel 6 and Studio 6 brands.

Miraj S. Patel, Chairman, AAHOA

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MakeMyTrip to increase international business class travel

According to MakeMyTrip’s latest How Indians Travel Abroad report, there has been a 10% increase in searches for international business class flights between 2023 and 2024.

Saujanya Shrivastava, Chief Operating Officer - Flights, Holidays & Gulf at MakeMyTrip

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Goa Tourism hosted the largest Yuva Tourism Clubs meet

Goa Tourism hosted one of the largest Yuva Tourism Clubs Meet in celebration of World Tourism Day at Darbar Hall, Raj Bhavan, Dona Paula.

Goa Tourism hosted the largest Yuva Tourism Clubs meet


Illinois Office of Tourism opens office in New Delhi

The Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO), Office of Tourism has announced it is opening a new office in New Delhi, India to attract more overseas visitors to Illinois.

Daniel Thomas, Deputy Director of the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity, Office of Tourism

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IHCL grows its footprint in Karnataka, signs a Taj in Chikkamagaluru

Indian Hotels Company (IHCL) has announced the signing of a Taj branded hotel in Chikkamagaluru, Karnataka.

Suma Venkatesh, Executive Vice President, Real Estate & Development, IHCL: IHCL grows its footprint in Karnataka, signs a Taj in Chikkamagaluru

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The Louisiana Office of Tourism organizes its first Sales Mission in India

The Louisiana Office of Tourism, official tourism promotional agency for Louisiana, USA, has organised its first mission to India from September 23 to 27, 2024 in Mumbai and New Delhi.

The Louisiana Office of Tourism organizes its first Sales Mission in India


UP Eco Tourism Development Board to promote eco-tourism in the state

Uttar Pradesh Eco Tourism Development Board is preparing a special strategy to promote eco-tourism in the state.

Jaiveer Singh, Minister of Tourism & Culture, Govt. of Uttar Pradesh: Uttar Pradesh Eco Tourism Development Board is to promote eco-tourism in the state

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Club Mahindra expands its footprint in Mysuru

Club Mahindra has expanded its footprint in Mysuru by assuming complete management of the Club Mahindra Golden Landmark resort in Mysuru, Karnataka.

Manoj Bhat, Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, Mahindra Holidays & Resorts India Ltd

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Corporate Travel in India: A US$10.6 Billion Industry on the Rise

Deloitte highlights the transformation of India’s $10.6B corporate travel sector, with tech innovations and new work models driving efficiency.

Corporate Travel (Image courtesy: Flickr)

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The Fern Hotels & Resorts expands hotel portfolio in Pune

The Fern Hotels & Resorts has announce the signing of its new hotel- The Fern Residency, Pune.

Suhail Kannampilly, Managing Director, The Fern Hotels & Resorts

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ISCC celebrating crossing 100 Members

The Indo-Spanish Chamber of Commerce (ISCC) hosted a grand celebration of its achievement of crossing the line of the 100-member mark.

Indo Spanish Chamber of Commerce (ISCC) celebrating “Crossing the line of 100 Members”

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IHCL signs a SeleQtions Hotel in Chennai

Indian Hotels Company (IHCL) has announced the signing of an IHCL SeleQtions hotel, in ECR Chennai.

IHCL signs a SeleQtions Hotel in Chennai

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Postcard Travel Club collaborates with CGH Earth to onboard 20 luxury hotels

Postcard Travel Club advancing responsible tourism, has collaborated with CGH Earth and onboards 20 boutique properties on the Postcard Travel Club platform.

Postcard Travel Club Collaborates with CGH Earth to Champion Conscious Luxury Travel

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Inauguration of Lilac Hotels Guruvayur in Kerala

Tamara Leisure Experiences launched Lilac Hotels Guruvayur, its first Kerala property, on September 21st, marking the brand's third in the state.

Inauguration of Lilac Hotels Guruvayur Marks Tamara Leisure Experiences’ Third Hotel in Kerala

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Indian Millennials are big spenders: $6,031 annually on travel

Collinson International’s 2024 Travel Benefits and Engagement Report reveals millennials in India are spending as much as USD 6,031 per annum on travel.

Collinson International’s 2024 Travel Benefits and Engagement Report

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ELIVAAS secures $5 Million series funding to revolutionise Vacation Home Rentals

ELIVAAS has raised $5 million in Series-A round led by 3one4 Capital, with participation from Peak XV’s Surge and other angel investors.

L-R - Karan Miglani & Ritwik Khare: ELIVAAS Secures $5 Million in Series A Funding to Revolutionise Vacation Home Rentals in India

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IHCL signs new hotels in Hosur, Tamil Nadu

Indian Hotels Company (IHCL) has announced the signing of a Vivanta and a Ginger in Hosur. These greenfield projects will be developed on a 3-acre land parcel.

IHCL signs a Ginger and a Vivanta Hotel in Hosur, Tamil Nadu

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Holiday Inn Hotels & Resorts opens its first resort in Nepal

IHG Hotels & Resorts has announced the opening of Holiday Inn Resort Kathmandu Budhanilkantha in Nepal.

Opening of Holiday Inn Resort Kathmandu Budhanilkantha in Nepal

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Sarovar Hotels announces grand opening domestic and international

Sarovar Hotels announced opening of three new properties, marking a significant expansion in its international and domestic portfolio.

Ajay K Bakaya, Managing Director Sarovar Hotels and Director Louvre Hotels India

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South African Tourism (SAT) announces 10th Edition of popular Learn SA

Aiming to attract 100,000 inbound travellers from India by end of the year, South African Tourism (SAT) has returned with its 2024 edition of ‘Learn South Africa’ initiative.

Gcobani Mancotywa, Regional General Manager for Asia, Australasia, and the Middle East, South African Tourism (SAT)

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Sunjae Sharma MD Hyatt becomes Chair ASSOCHAM National Council, Travel & Tourism 2024

Hyatt has announced Sunjae Sharma, MD for India and Southwest Asia as the Chairperson of the ASSOCHAM National Council on Travel & Tourism for 2024.

Sunjae Sharma, MD, Hyatt named Chairperson of ASSOCHAM National Council on Travel & Tourism

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Fortune Hotels signs a new retreat in Bhimtal

Fortune Hotels, a member of ITC’s hotel group, has announced the signing of a new hotel in the town of Bhimtal, Uttrakhand.

Fortune Hotels signs a new retreat in Bhimtal

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IHCL announces signing of Gateway Hotel in Barnala, Punjab

Indian Hotels Company (IHCL) has announced the signing of a resort in Barnala in Punjab. This will be under the Gateway brand.

IHCL announces the signing of a Gateway Hotel in Barnala, Punjab

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At ATOAI AGM 2023-24 New Leadership for 2024-26 announced

The Adventure Tour Operators Association of India (ATOAI) announced its new leadership team after concluding its Annual General Meeting (AGM) for the 2023-24 financial year.

ATOAI holds Annual General Meeting 2023-24, announces 2024-26 Leadership

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Air India inaugurates daily, non-stop flights to Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Air India has inaugurated its daily, non-stop flights between Delhi and Kuala Lumpur (Malaysia).

Nipun Aggarwal, Chief Commercial Officer

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STAAH’s Mumbai ‘The Big Connect’ successfully concludes

STAAH has successfully concluded yet another edition of ‘The Big Connect’ conference in Mumbai.

STAAH’s Mumbai chapter of ‘The Big Connect’ hospi-tech conference successfully concludes

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One Earth Hotels announces launch of One Earth Elegant in Amritsar

One Earth Hotels announced the launch of its latest property in Amritsar, One Earth Elegant.

One Earth Hotels announces the launch of One Earth Elegant in Amritsar

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Asha Dias

In Market Service Ambassador - India & Vietnam

1 个月

We need Taylor Swift to tour India. We do have a large audience who loves her here and trust me these numbers will soar even higher!

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