[ad_1] Representative Image FCM Meetings & Events (FCM M&E), a specialist in the meetings and events industry and a flagship division of the Flight Centre Travel Group (FCTG), has unveiled its global expansion plans. As part of this expansion, industry expert Simone Seiler has been appointed as the Global General …
Read More »Parl panel raises concern over MICE tourism; says India gets less than 1% of global conventions business, ET TravelWorld
[ad_1] New Delhi, Oct 1 (IANS) Even as the Centre has been bullish towards creating infrastructure for holding MICE (meetings, incentives, conferences and exhibitions), which is also an initiative close to Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s heart, India has less than one per cent share in the global MICE business, despite …
Read More »Juniper Hotels files for INR 1,800 crore IPO to expand Hyatt-branded properties, ET TravelWorld
[ad_1] Juniper Hotels Ltd, the hospitality company that operates hotels under the renowned “Hyatt” brand, has taken a significant step toward its expansion plans by filing preliminary papers with the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) to raise INR 1,800 crore through an initial public offering (IPO). According to …
Read More »UAE considering visa-free travel for Gulf residents, ET TravelWorld
[ad_1] UAE exempts citizens of Armenia from pre-entry visas The United Arab Emirates is weighing plans for a visa system that would simplify travel for residents to neighboring Gulf nations, including Saudi Arabia. The new visa system would allow residents in the Gulf Cooperation Council to travel freely within countries …
Read More »Tourism stakeholders have to focus on infrastructure, marketing: Kerala FM, ET TravelWorld
[ad_1] Thiruvananthapuram, Sep 28 (IANS) Kerala Finance Minister K. N. Balagopal on Thursday said considering the immense scope of Kerala’s tourism industry to contribute more revenue to the state, the stakeholders in the sector should focus more on developing infrastructure and coming up with innovative products to tap the global …
Read More »New airports in Karnataka to help boost tourism, ET TravelWorld News, ET TravelWorld
[ad_1] In a bid to boost its sagging tourism sector, the Karnataka government is looking to leverage new airports — those being constructed and even ones that have been proposed — to lift footfalls. With Karnataka now boasting airports in Shivamogga, Kalaburagi, Belagavi and Hassan, the tourism department, as part …
Read More »Norwegian Spirit gets a facelift; eyes Indian travellers to join cruise journeys, ET TravelWorld
[ad_1] NCL Spirit Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL) has unveiled 14 Asia Pacific itineraries for the Norwegian Spirit, which has undergone a refurbishment. These itineraries provide a selection of voyages lasting from four to 14 days, catering to various tastes and interests. The cruises are set to commence in September 2024 …
Read More »No cheer for Agra hospitality industry on World Tourism Day, ET TravelWorld News, ET TravelWorld
[ad_1] No cheer for Agra hospitality industry on World Tourism Day Frustrated and sore with the continued neglect of Agra by the state and central governments, the World Tourism Day celebrations in the Taj City brought little cheer or hope for buoyancy, even as a new tourist season is about …
Read More »Rajasthan accounts for 76% of bookings for culture & heritage travel, ET TravelWorld
[ad_1] Global technology platform OYO, in its World Tourism Day report, has highlighted India’s most sought-after cultural, heritage, and spiritual destinations and revealed that Rajasthan accounts for 76 per cent of bookings for cultural and heritage travel on its platform. The report, released in celebration of World Tourism Day, showcases …
Read More »Investing in Education & Skills Development need of the hour, ET TravelWorld
[ad_1] India, renowned for its rich cultural heritage, diverse landscapes, and historical landmarks, has tremendous potential to thrive in the tourism sector. However, to fully harness this potential, it is crucial to invest in education and skills development within the tourism industry. With the ever-growing demand for skilled professionals, it …
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