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Air India and Riyadh Air Sign Strategic MoU to Strengthen India-Saudi Arabia Connectivity and...
Air India and Riyadh Air have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to establish the foundation for a strategic partnership aimed at...
oneworld and IHCL Forge Historic Loyalty Alliance, Linking Global Air Travel with Hospitality Rewards
Oneworld and Indian Hotels Company Limited (IHCL) have announced a landmark partnership, creating the first-ever collaboration between a global airline alliance and...
Hilton Launches ‘Undergraduate by Hilton’ to Expand Presence in College and University Markets
Hilton has announced the launch of Undergraduate by Hilton, a new upper-midscale hotel brand designed specifically for college and university markets, marking...
Taj Makes Historic Entry into Continental Europe with Opening of Taj Hessischer Hof Frankfurt
Indian Hotels Company Limited (IHCL) has announced the opening of Taj Hessischer Hof Frankfurt, marking a significant milestone as the iconic Taj...
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...
EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEWS
Julia Swanson, CEO, Melbourne Convention Bureau
Julia is a passionate and driven tourism and business events professional with over 20 years’ experience. In her 11 years with MCB, she has contributed strongly to the growth and success...
MICE SHOWCASE TALKS TO ISHA GOYAL ...
“Its true, that demand for private charters surged during the pandemic. We have seen a much higher volume of requests for private jets - and during the suspension of flights, also...
Rajiv Mehra,Immediate Past President, Indian Association of Tour Operators
ES. Uday Tours and Travel has been a key player in Indian tourism since 1990. What has been your vision for the company, and how has it adapted to changing traveller preferences...
Luís Coelho, Director of Central Sales, Highgate Portugal
TMS. Hilton has a strong legacy in hospitality. How does your property in Porto reflect Hilton’s global philosophy while embracing the local culture and charm of Portugal?
Luís Coelho....
MICE Showcase Talks To Rajan Dua, Managing Director, Udaan India Pvt Ltd.
MS. Please share the role of your organisation in the MICE sector? Rajan. Udaan India has always played a crucial role when it comes to successful departures of our client's pax....
Dr. Rob Davidson, MD, MICE Knowledge Consultancyfor the MICE Industry
TMS. With over a decade of experience managing MICE Knowledge, what inspired you to establish this consultancy, and what have been some of the most rewarding aspects of leading your own company?
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...
MATT Bradley Director at Nineteen Group
ES. Please take us through your professional journey since inception and some major milestones achieved over the years?
Matt Bradley. I started working in the exhibition industry as sales...
Mice Showcase Talks To Ranjan Banerjee, General Manager Crowne Plaza, Okhla
MS- What is your take on the MICE Industry and as a leading hotel, how are you equipped to handle MICE events?Ranjan- I would like to go on two different tangents...
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...























































