Today's Traveller Newsletter - Updates 15 September 2024
Today's Traveller Newsletter Volume 2 Issue 9 September 15, 2024

Today's Traveller Newsletter - Updates 15 September 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.

Our dedicated team at Today's Traveller has crafted a resource that's informative and incredibly engaging.

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.

Gear up as we reveal the latest airline routes that promise to inspire your future travels.?Whether you're an adventurer, a family traveller, or a connoisseur of luxury, we have something for everyone.

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Today's Traveller Snippets

  • Finnair’s revamped long-haul Business Class
  • Qatar Airways Acquires 25 per cent stake in Airlink
  • Air India appoints Oscar Travel Services as passenger GSA in Malaysia
  • Vistara merges with Air India
  • Spiritual tourism holds economic growth potential, reveals KPMG in India
  • WTM London 2024 is set to be biggest to date
  • InterGlobe Forays into International Hospitality with Miiro Hotels in Paris and Barcelona
  • Air India Flying Members can now earn reward points on 40+ cruise lines
  • Goa welcomes new international route as Uzbekistan Airways launches Tashkent-Mopa flights
  • IATA and Outpayce enable airlines to accept UPI payments in India
  • Ethiad’s A380 arrives in Mumbai
  • British Airways set for a record-breaking summer of flights to North America
  • Bin Ali Tourism LLC unveils ambitious growth strategy for India Market
  • Atmosphere Core expands into Maharashtra with two new luxury properties
  • Capella Hotels and Resorts debuts in Taiwan with Capella Kenting
  • Turkish Airlines celebrates 20 Million Miles&Smiles Members
  • Malaysia Airlines partners with Tourism Australia
  • Turkish Airlines announces its flights to Sydney
  • Jetwing Hotels launches Jetwing Jungle Lodge, Yala


Focus Feature

Union Minister bestows Hall of Fame award to Puneet Chhatwal at IATO

Puneet Chhatwal bestowed hall of fame award by Union Minister at IATO.

IATO honours Puneet Chhatwal, MD & CEO of IHCL with Hall of Fame award

Goa Sets High Benchmarks for Regenerative Tourism

The Department of Tourism, Goa, had the privilege of participating in the Western & Central States/Union Territories Tourism Ministers Conference.

Goa Sets High Benchmarks for Regenerative Tourism

Interview

Gaurav Pokhariyal: IHCL aims for strong DEI Empowerment

Gaurav Pokhariyal, Executive Vice President, Human Resources at IHCL, emphasized the growing importance of DEI in the industry.

Gaurav Pokhariyal, EVP- HR, IHCL: Championing Affirmative Action for Economic Empowerment

News

HSMAI India Commercial Strategy Conference 2024

HSMAI India Commercial Strategy Conference 2024 was an extraordinary convergence of industry leaders, innovative thinkers, and passionate professionals from the hospitality sector.

HSMAI India Commercial Strategy Conference 2024: A Resounding Success

IHCL announces the signing of a Taj Hotel at Sohna Road

IHCL has announced the signing of a new Taj hotel in Gurugram, Haryana.

IHCL announces the signing of a Taj Hotel at Sohna Road, Gurugram

39th IATO to bring big tourism benefits to Madhya Pradesh

Addressing the 39th IATO Annual Convention at Bhopal, Deputy Chief Minister Shri Rajendra Shukla, highlighted India's path to becoming an economic superpower by 2047.

Deputy Chief Minister Shri Rajendra Shukla addressing delegates at the 39th IATO Annual Convention

Signing of Ramada Encore by Wyndham in Gurugram

AS Hotels & Residences Private Limited has announced its partnership with Wyndham Hotels & Resorts to open Ramada Encore.

Signing of Ramada Encore by Wyndham in Gurugram, Delhi-NCR

RHG delivers strong growth with over 130+ signings and openings in 2024

RHG reports a strong H1 2024 with significant milestones across its global brand portfolio.

RHG delivers strong growth with over 130 new signings and openings internationally during 2024

Air India introduces new experience on Delhi-London route

Air India has introduced its brand-new Airbus A350-900 aircraft on the Delhi-London Heathrow route.

Air India introduces 'New Air India Experience' on Delhi-London Heathrow route

Brigade Group and Accor Launch ibis Styles Mysuru

Brigade Group and Accor has announced the launch of ibis Styles Mysuru on KRS Road.

M R Jaishankar, Executive Chairman, Brigade Group

IHCL announces the opening of Ginger Srinagar

IHCL has announced the opening of its second Ginger hotel in Jammu and Kashmir, Ginger Srinagar, Barzulla.

Deepika Rao, Executive Vice President – Hotel Openings & New Businesses, IHCL

STAAH’s Mumbai chapter successfully concludes

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

Tarun Joukani, Director, STAAH

Marriott International opens its 600th property

Marriott International has announced the opening of its 600th?property in the Asia Pacific excluding China (APEC) region with the?Adelaide Marriott Hotel.

Rajeev Menon, President, Asia Pacific excluding China, Marriott International

Air India inaugurates non-stop flights to Kuala Lumpur

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

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

Signing of Ramada Resort & Residences by Wyndham in Nainital

Naini Habitat Developers Private Limited has announced its partnership with Wyndham Hotels & Resorts to open Ramada Resort and Residences in Nainital.

Signing of Ramada Resort & Residences by Wyndham in Nainital, Uttarakhand

Yatra Doubles Down on Corporate Travel with the Acquisition of Globe Travels

Yatra Online Limited has announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire 100% of Globe All India Services Limited.

Dhruv Shringi, co-founder and CEO of Yatra: Yatra Doubles Down on Corporate Travel with the Acquisition of Globe Travels

Marriott International signs first Fairfield by Marriott brand in Mohali

Marriott International, Inc. has announced a signed agreement with The Icon Group to debut the Fairfield by Marriott brand.

Ranju Alex, Area Vice President, South Asia, Marriott International: Marriott International signs first Fairfield by Marriott brand in Mohali, Chandigarh

ITC Hotels expand presence in Rajasthan with Welcomhotel Pushkar

ITC Hotels growth trajectory continues to rise as the brand signs a Welcomhotel property with SRK Hospitality Pvt. Ltd. in Pushkar.

ITC Hotels expand presence in Rajasthan with signing of Welcomhotel Pushkar

Signing of Ramada Encore by Wyndham Jammu

M/s Triple S, has announced the signing of a franchise agreement with Wyndham Hotels & Resorts.

The signing of Ramada Encore by Wyndham Jammu Akhnoor Road

ITC Hotels to manage Madhya Pradesh's Heritage Destination - ‘Lunera ki Sarai’

ITC Hotels signed a management agreement with Lunera Castle Resort & Spa, for a landmark property under brand Welcomhotel in Mandu.

ITC Hotels to manager Madhya Pradesh's Heritage Destination - ‘Lunera ki Sarai’ in Mandu

AirAsia Thailand announces direct services to Hyderabad and Phuket from Bangkok and Chennai

AirAsia Thailand continues with its expansion in India with the introduction of direct flights from Hyderabad to Bangkok as well as Chennai to Phuket.

AirAsia Thailand announces new direct services to Hyderabad and Phuket from Bangkok and Chennai

IHCL Steps into Puducherry, signs a Vivanta

IHCL has announced the signing of a new hotel in Puducherry and will be branded a Vivanta.

IHCL Steps into Puducherry, signs a Vivanta

THSC announces Indian Team for WorldSkills 2024 in Lyon, France

(THSC), in collaboration with the National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC), has announced the Indian team for the upcoming WorldSkills Competition 2024.

THSC announces Indian Team for WorldSkills 2024 in Lyon, France

Opening of Ramada by Wyndham Ahmedabad Narendra Modi Stadium

M/s Sankalp Recreation Private Limited has announced the opening of Ramada by Wyndham Ahmedabad Narendra Modi Stadium Motera in partnership with Wyndham Hotels & Resorts.

Opening of Ramada by Wyndham Ahmedabad Narendra Modi Stadium Motera

Fortune Hotels grows its footprint in Uttar Pradesh

Fortune Hotels, a member of ITC’s hotel group, has announced its latest signing in the state of Uttar Pradesh.

Fortune Hotels grows its footprint in Uttar Pradesh

Signing of Glenview Resort Kasauli

RHG has announced the signing of Glenview Resort Kasauli, a member of Radisson Individuals.

RHG announces the signing of Glenview Resort Kasauli, a member of Radisson Individuals

South African Tourism partners with Ethiopian Airlines

South African Tourism has partnered with Ethiopian Airlines to launch its #ExploreMore&MoreForLess campaign.

Gcobani Mancotywa, Regional General Manager - Asia, Australasia, and the Middle East, South African Tourism

IHCL strengthens its presence in Chennai, signs two hotels

IHCL has signed a Vivanta and a Ginger hotel in Mahindra World City (MWC), Chennai.

Puneet Chhatwal, Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, IHCL

Hyatt Place Aurangabad Airport debuts

Hyatt announced plans for the first Hyatt-branded hotel in the historic city of Aurangabad – Hyatt Place Aurangabad Airport.?

Dhruva Rathore, Vice President Real Estate and Development, India at Hyatt

Spectacular Saudi Campaign Invites Indian Travellers

Saudi’s national tourism brand, ‘Saudi Welcome to Arabia’ has launched its first-ever integrated consumer campaign for the Indian market - ‘Spectacular Saudi’.

Diriyah, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, lit up at night- (Spectacular Saudi Campaign Invites Indian Travellers

Minor Hotels to Debut in Singapore with Avani Hotels & Resorts

Minor Hotels has announced plans to launch its Avani Hotels & Resorts lifestyle brand in Singapore, marking the group’s entry into the country.

Minor Hotels to Debut in Singapore with Avani Hotels & Resorts Lifestyle Brand

Sarovar Hotels expands with Deventure Sarovar Portico Patel Nagar

Sarovar Hotels has announced the grand opening of Deventure Sarovar Portico, Patel Nagar.

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

Indo-US Tourism Summit for Swifter Visa Approval

Indo-US Tourism Needs Swifter Visa Approval, More Direct Flights.

Indo-US Tourism Needs Swifter Visa Approval, More Direct Flights

Moxy Hotels debuts with Moxy Mumbai Andheri West

Moxy Hotels has announced the opening of Moxy Mumbai Andheri West, marking the brand’s much-anticipated debut in Mumbai.

Moxy Hotels debuts in Mumbai with the Opening of Moxy Mumbai Andheri West

ITDC announces Q1 Results for FY 2024-25

ITDC, a public sector entity under the Ministry of Tourism has announced its Q1 results for FY 2024-25.

ITDC announces Q1 Results for FY 2024-25

Saudi Tourism Authority Hosts 4-City Events

Saudi Tourism aims to make India its top source market targeting 7.5 million visitors within the next seven years.

Saudi Tourism aims to make India its top source market targeting 7.5 million visitors within the next seven years

Bahrain Tourism and Exhibition Authority collaborates with EaseMyTrip

The Bahrain Tourism and Exhibition Authority (BTEA) and EaseMyTrip have joined forces to attract more Indian travellers to the Kingdom of Bahrain.

Sara Buhiji, CEO of BTEA: Bahrain Tourism and Exhibition Authority collaborates with EaseMyTrip to Drive Tourism

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