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Camiguin Tourism Surges in 2025 as Visitor Arrivals Near 400,000 with Smart Travel and...
The island province of Camiguin in the Philippines is witnessing a major tourism boom in 2025, recording nearly 400,000 visitor arrivals as...
Accor Expands Luxury Hospitality Presence with Introduction of Mantis Brand in India and South...
Accor has officially introduced its luxury lifestyle and conservation-focused Mantis brand in India and South Asia, marking a significant expansion of the...
IHG Strengthens India Luxury Expansion with InterContinental Resort Jaipur Achrol Signing
IHG Hotels & Resorts has announced the signing of a management agreement with Makson India Hospitality Pvt Ltd for the development of...
India’s Hotel Investment Market Surges 67% to USD 567 Million in 2025: JLL Report
India’s hospitality sector witnessed a major investment upswing in 2025, with hotel investments rising by 67% year-on-year to reach USD 567 million,...
South Africa and Mauritius Strengthen African Tourism Collaboration with Strategic Partnership at Africa’s Travel...
South Africa and Mauritius have officially signed a strategic tourism partnership agreement during Africa’s Travel Indaba 2026 in Durban, marking a significant...
American Airlines Extends Tel Aviv and Doha Flight Suspension Until 2027 Amid Middle East...
American Airlines has announced an extended suspension of its services to Tel Aviv and Doha until January 2027, citing ongoing geopolitical instability,...
Sydney Secures Australian Tourism Exchange 2027, Strengthening Australia’s Global Tourism Growth Strategy
Sydney has officially been confirmed as the host city for the Australian Tourism Exchange (ATE) 2027, Australia’s largest annual travel and tourism...
ITC Hotels Strengthens Luxury Portfolio with ₹205 Crore Acquisition of The Zuri Kumarakom Resort...
ITC Hotels has announced the acquisition of The Zuri Kumarakom Kerala Resort & Spa in a ₹205 crore deal, marking a significant...
Adani Airport Holdings and IHG Join Hands to Launch Five-Hotel Portfolio, Bring Kimpton Brand...
Adani Airport Holdings and IHG Hotels & Resorts have announced a landmark partnership to develop five hotels across key airport-linked and high-growth...
Abu Dhabi Unveils USD 1.7 Billion Sphere Project on Yas Island to Redefine Global...
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Philippines Strengthens India Outreach with Mega Familiarisation Tour for 30 Travel Agents
The Tourism Promotions Board (TPB) Philippines successfully concluded its India Mega Familiarization Tour 2026, reinforcing its commitment to positioning the Philippines as...
Air India Restructures International Network Amid Rising Fuel Costs and Airspace Restrictions
Air India has announced a temporary rationalisation of its international flight network between June and August 2026, reducing frequencies and suspending services...
NILE Hospitality Signs 120-Key Courtyard by Marriott in Somnath, Expanding Gujarat’s Spiritual Hospitality Landscape
NILE Hospitality has announced the signing of a 120-key Courtyard by Marriott Somnath, marking a significant expansion of its branded hospitality portfolio...
Union Tourism Minister Calls for Strong Centre-State Collaboration to Build Globally Competitive Tourism Destinations
Union Minister for Culture and Tourism, Gajendra Singh Shekhawat, emphasised the urgent need for stronger collaboration between the Centre and State governments...
Uttar Pradesh Approves ₹10 Crore Tourism Push Across Key Spiritual Destinations
In a major move to strengthen religious and cultural tourism infrastructure, the Government of Uttar Pradesh has approved tourism development projects worth...
PM Modi’s Call to Prioritise Domestic Travel Sparks Wide Debate Across India’s Tourism Industry
Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s recent appeal urging citizens to reduce unnecessary foreign travel, overseas weddings, and fuel consumption amid the ongoing West...
Long Lake’s $6.3 Billion Bet Signals New Era for Global Corporate Travel
In one of the biggest developments in the global business travel sector, Long Lake Management has entered into a definitive agreement to...
PM Modi Calls for Fuel Conservation, Domestic Travel and Economic Restraint Amid West Asia...
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has urged citizens to adopt fuel-saving measures, avoid non-essential foreign travel, and reduce unnecessary imports as India navigates...
EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEWS
GB Srithar, Regional Director India, Middle East & South Asia, Singapore Tourism Board
IN 2022, WE WILL CONTINUE WORKING CLOSELY WITH OUR TRAVEL TRADE PARTNER-FRIENDS, UNDER THE THEME OF “CHARTING OUR PATHWAYS TO TOURISM RECOVERY, TOGETHER!”
MS. If you would like...
Dr. Ruby Makhija, Founder, Why Waste Wednesdays Foundation
TMS. What first pushed you to turn a personal concern about waste into a structured movement like Why Waste Wednesdays? Was there a moment that made you feel this had to become...
Hemant Mediratta, Founder, MICEverse – An HMC Enterprise
TMS. How did you land up in the travel industry? Give a brief overview of your background and your role in the organization.
Hemant Mediratta. I grew up in...
MANUJ RALHAN, General Manager Novotel Jaipur Convention Centre Jaipur Exhibition & Convention Centre...
“As we navigate the ever-changing landscape, a resounding message echoes for the hospitality industry “Resilience”. You have weathered storms before, and you will undoubtedly weather this one too. Your passion for...
JESSIE LIM Director of Conference Services & Sustainability at Fairmont Singapore and Swissotel...
MS. What was an early project that you're proud of, as well as an early career-defining moment? Please share with us your professional journey, hurdles overcome and milestones achieved so far.
Barun Gupta, President, SITE India & Director of Sales & Marketing –...
"As a President of Indian Chapter, my mandate is to create an environment among its members and industry as a whole for knowledge sharing and mutual growth. Members should have the right...
Virginie De Visscher, Executive Director, Business Events, Destination Canada
Transforming Tourism with Purpose and People
TMS. How is Destination Canada integrating sustainability into its business events strategy, and what lessons can global destinations learn...
In Conversation With Sudhir Dhavan, CEO, RE Rogers India
You have been in the industry for over 24 years. Please shed some light on your journey from heading the sales and operations teams to CEO of R.E Rogers India?
In Conversation With Nanu Binu Founder Director, Meroform India & Founder President, IESA, Shares...
ES. Litmus Meroform celebrated its glorious 21 years of excellence. Please share with us your reminiscences of this incredible journey.Nanu Binu. Thank you for asking me to share the memory of this journey....
Roshan Abbas, President, Event and Entertainment Management Association
ENGAGING WITH THE GOI TO CREATE SINGLE WINDOW LICENSING
MS. If you would like to summarize the learnings from 2021, then what would they be?






















































