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Meghalaya Bets on Community-Based Tourism, Targets 21 Lakh Visitors by 2028
Meghalaya is strengthening its position as one of India’s fastest-growing tourism destinations by placing community-based tourism at the heart of its development...
Central and South America’s Travel & Tourism Sector Set to Outpace Global Growth in...
Central and South America’s Travel & Tourism sector is projected to outperform the global average in 2026, driven by strong domestic demand,...
Kerala Charts a New Tourism Vision Focused on Meaningful and Emotionally Engaging Travel Experiences
Kerala is setting its sights on becoming India’s most emotionally engaging tourism destination, with the state government unveiling a strategy focused on...
Adani Airports and Bastian Hospitality Launch Maison Twenty-Seven at Ahmedabad Airport
Adani Airport Holdings Limited (AAHL), in partnership with Bastian Hospitality, has launched Maison Twenty-Seven, an integrated lifestyle, hospitality and wellness destination at...
Himachal Governor Advocates Religious Tourism Circuit as Tourist Rush Intensifies in Shimla
Kavinder Gupta, Governor of Himachal Pradesh, has called for the development of a dedicated and well-structured religious tourism circuit across the state...
IHG Hotels Expands Vignette Collection in London with Canary Riverside Plaza Signing
IHG Hotels & Resorts has announced the signing of Canary Riverside Plaza in London under its luxury and lifestyle brand, Vignette Collection....
Jaipur to Host Key BRICS Tourism Meetings in August 2026, Strengthening Global Cooperation Agenda
Jaipur is set to emerge as a major centre for international tourism diplomacy as India prepares to host the 2nd BRICS Tourism...
ADTOI to Host Annual Convention 2026 in Raipur to Promote Domestic Tourism Growth
The Association of Domestic Tour Operators of India (ADTOI) has announced that its Annual Convention 2026 will be held in Raipur, Chhattisgarh, on December...
India’s Medical Tourism Sector Faces Pressure as West Asia Crisis Disrupts Patient Travel
India’s nearly $9 billion medical tourism industry is witnessing mounting pressure as rising tensions in West Asia continue to disrupt international patient...
Maharashtra Plans India’s First Underwater Museum to Boost Coastal Tourism and Heritage Experiences
Maharashtra is preparing to launch India’s first underwater museum project, a landmark initiative expected to create a new benchmark in experiential tourism...
Thailand and Andaman Islands Explore Direct Flight Connectivity to Boost Tourism and Investment
Thailand and the Andaman & Nicobar Islands are set to deepen tourism and economic cooperation following high-level discussions focused on tourism promotion,...
Nile Hospitality Partners with Radisson for New Gujarat Property
Nile Hospitality has announced the signing of Park Inn & Suites by Radisson in Gujarat, further strengthening its growing hospitality portfolio in...
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,...
EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEWS
Vikas Khanduri, CEO, Holiday Merchants& Director, Viva Voyages pvt ltd
TMS. You have recently been appointed as Co-Chair - International Affairs (Europe & CIS) at PHDCCI - what will be your key priorities?
Vikas Khanduri. My foremost priority is...
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...
Saumitra Chaturvedi, General Manager, Novotel NewDelhi City Centre
TMS. With over two decades of experience across leading hospitality brands like The Leela, Hyatt, Taj, and Accor, what key experiences have shaped your leadership approach today?
Saumitra Chaturvedi....
In Conversation With Anamitra Mukherjee, General Manager, Head Fairs Events and Special Logistics at...
Please introduce us to your organization, its legacy and the major accomplishments to your organization’s credit.
Anamitra Mukherjee. AT DB Schenker in India, we offer a complete range of...
Jagdeep Bhagat, National Coordinator, Network of Indian MICE Agents
2022 WILL BE THE YEAR OF DOMESTIC MICE
MS. If you would like to summarize the learnings from 2021, then what would they be?
Jagdeep...
Interview With Loy Joon How, General Manager, IMPACT Exhibition And Convention Centre
RELEARNING, RESKILLING, AND UPSKILLING THE NEW NORM MARKET
ES. As General Manager at IMPACT, please share your key responsibilities for hosting a safe and successful event.Loy. IMPACT is a...
MICE Showcase Talks To Scott Craighead, Vice President, IAEE
Future Ready means we must be willing to evolve our roles to embrace the opportunities that technology will bring to our business.
ES. In the past 16 years,...
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...
ANJU GOMES, Regional Director of Middle EastInternational Congress andConvention Association, ICCA
TMS. What legacy do you hope this year's Congress in Abu Dhabi will leave behind for the city and the MICE industry?
Anju Gomes. This year's Congress in Abu...
Loren Christie, Managing Director, BestCities Global Alliance
TMS. Loren, with over 25 years immersed in tourism and hospitality, how has your leadership style evolved when transitioning from hotel management to leading a global alliance focused on legacy and impact?


























































