tiket.com, the pioneer Online Travel Agent (OTA) in Indonesia, has extended its partnership with Sabre Corporation. With the agreement, Sabre will continue to be tiket.com’s preferred GDS technology partner, using a variety of advanced technology solutions to enhance operations and customer offers. Sabre’s rich global content, including NDC offers, and industry-best shopping APIs will support tiket.com’s commitment to delivering optimum flight choices and travel inventory to consumers. Meanwhile, the agency will adopt Sabre Direct Pay to support its virtual payment needs, delivering a more secure, automated, and integrated payment process. tiket.com will also continue to deploy Sabre’s advanced automation tools…
Author: Disha Ghosh
Drawing on over 100 years of storytelling from Disney, Marvel and Pixar, the first Disney Cruise Line ship for guests in Asia will be filled with epic experiences, endless adventures and something for everyone to delight in. When the Disney Adventure sets sail from Singapore on December 15, 2025, guests will be treated to a magical cruise holiday that celebrates Disney’s rich legacy of storytelling, bringing to life the fantastical worlds and beloved characters at the heart of Disney, Pixar and Marvel. Continuing Disney Cruise Line’s tradition of delivering the most magical and relaxing vacations at sea, the Disney Adventure…
Hundreds of travel agents from around the world have arrived in Western Australia to take part in G’day Australia which provides specialist agents the chance to meet and be trained by Australian tourism operators and experience our world class tourism offerings first-hand. The 300 travel agents participating in Tourism Australia’s workshop and familiarisation event, delivered this year in partnership with Tourism Western Australia, are qualified Aussie Specialist Agents from retail outlets and key wholesalers across 21 international tourism markets. The Aussie Specialists will meet with over 130 Australian tourism operators during the workshop and networking events. Phillipa Harrison, MD, Tourism…
Travelport and Air India are accelerating the launch of NDC content and servicing for Travelport-connected agencies. Travelport is the leading distributor for Air India content globally, connecting the airline to its network of travel agencies around the world via the Travelport+ platform. Agencies using Travelport+ will be able to quickly and easily view and compare the airline’s NDC offers alongside traditional content in the fourth quarter of this year. “Globally, Travelport is the leading aggregator of Air India content for travel agencies,” said Damian Hickey, Global Head of Travel Partners at Travelport. “Our partnership is centered around our shared belief…
Sphere Entertainment Co. and the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi will work together to bring the world’s second Sphere to Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. This next-generation entertainment medium is expected to be a landmark addition to this premier international capital city, elevating the entertainment offerings for residents and visitors alike. “The vision for Sphere has always included a global network of venues, and today’s announcement is a significant milestone toward that goal,” said James L. Dolan, Executive Chairman and CEO, Sphere Entertainment. “Sphere is redefining live entertainment and extending the reach of its transformative impact. We…
IndiGo has said that its corporate venture capital fund – IndiGo Ventures- has received approval from Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI). “This fund will invest in startups that have the potential to redefine the future of aviation and beyond, seeking pre-Series A, Series A and Series B funding. These include startups working on cutting-edge technologies and solutions within the aviation sector,” the airline said, adding that IndiGo Ventures is expected to start investments by March next year. The fund will also look to invest in consumer startups that have a touchpoint in the passenger journey, such as travel,…
The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) yesterday removed SpiceJet from “enhanced surveillance” after the airline successfully raised INR 3,000 crore through a qualified institutional placement (QIP) process. The regulator will continue to conduct random spot checks of SpiceJet’s operational aircraft to ensure safety. “Spicejet was placed under enhanced surveillance by the DGCA on September 13 in view of the financial constraints being faced by the operator which could potentially affect discharge of mandatory obligations of aircraft maintenance,” said the DGCA in a press release. The DGCA carried out 266 spot checks at various locations as part of the enhanced…
Yatra Online Limited has become the country’s first Travel Management Company (TMC) to integrate New Distribution Capability (NDC), a technology developed by the International Air Transport Association (IATA) via Self Booking Tool. This milestone transforms how businesses book air travel, delivering richer content, greater transparency, and enhanced flexibility. NDC, developed by IATA, modernises airline distribution by giving travel agents and intermediaries access to richer content, including tailored offers, dynamic pricing, and real-time seat availability. With Yatra’s integration of NDC, corporate travellers benefit from a seamless & transparent booking experience with a broader range of fare options, lowest price availability, better…
Saudia, the national flag carrier of Saudi Arabia, has inaugurated its new First and Business Class Check-In Lounge at Terminal 1 of King Abdulaziz International Airport in Jeddah. This state-of-the-art facility is designed to enhance the travel experience for Saudia’s premium guests, including travelers from India, as part of the airline’s commitment to luxury and exceptional service. A New Standard in Travel Comfort Officially inaugurated by H.E. Eng. Ibrahim bin Abdulrahman Al-Omar, Director General of Saudia Group, the lounge is a luxurious sanctuary offering exclusive amenities tailored for elite travelers. With 10 dedicated check-in counters and comfortable seating areas, the…
About 40,000 applications have been submitted in just two weeks for 1,000 spots under Australia’s new Working Holiday Maker visa programme, Australian Assistant Minister for Immigration Matt Thistlethwaite said on Monday. The visa, which allows Indians aged 18 to 30 to live, work, and study in Australia for up to 12 months, marks a key step in strengthening ties between the two nations, he said at the launch event of Australian Working Holiday Maker programme. The visa ballot process opened on October 1 and will close by the end of the month. Afterward, successful candidates will be randomly selected, and…
