The Chief Minister of Rajasthan Ashok Gehlot has approved an initial amount of approximately INR 25 crore to set up a MICE (Meeting Incentive Conference and Exhibition) centre in Jodhpur, which is becoming popular for hosting national and international events. A tourism department official said the MICE centre would be built on 5,650 square metres on the premises of the Women Polytechnic College, for which the Jodhpur Development Authority has allotted 65,000 sq mt. During the first phase, facilities such as an exhibition hall, registration and information centre, administration block, VIP lounge, meeting space for trade and business, and a…
Author: Prasenjit Chakraborty
New York City Tourism + Conventions, Destination DC and Los Angeles Tourism and Convention Board in partnership with DMC, and Discover Destinations successfully organized an event in Indore for travel trade on 25th August. This gathering attracted considerable attention, as 29 agents from the travel industry in Indore, including senior agents and company leaders, were in attendance. Their esteemed presence underscored the significance of this collaborative endeavour. The campaign incorporated various strategic components to actively engage the travel trade community. The agents were informed by New York City Tourism + Conventions about the recent airport, hotel and sightseeing developments along…
Scoot, the low-cost subsidiary of Singapore Airlines (SIA), announced discounted fares to Singapore by offering a special five-day sale from prices as low as INR6,300*, allowing customers the opportunity to enjoy a quick holiday getaway. The sale is available from August 28 to September 01, 2023. Customers from Amritsar can enjoy discounted fares for travel dates starting from September 13 to November 12, 2023, while travellers from Coimbatore, Thiruvananthapuram, Tiruchirappalli, and Vishakhapatnam will be able to enjoy discounted fares for travel dates starting from now until November 12, 2023 and from November 22 until December 14, 2023. Embark on an…
Homegrown luxury hospitality brand jüSTa Hotels & Resorts, which currently operates 20 hotels across India, is set to make its foray in Maharashtra. The company will open its first property in the State in Kolad in September 2023. Spread across a 6-acre area, the jüSTa Rudra Resort & Spa in Kolad is set amidst undulating greens and small hillocks of the Western Ghats. The Resort is located at a three hours’ driving distance (115kms) from both Mumbai and Pune and it is the perfect getaway for those who are looking for alternatives to other overcrowded tourist destinations near Mumbai. The…
In order to provide Indian travel trade with a keen insight into Thailand’s immense luxury offerings, the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) Mumbai hosted the Amazing Thailand Luxury Roadshow 2023 on 24th August 2023 in Mumbai. The Roadshow commenced in the presence of Isada Saovaros, the Director of the Tourism Authority of Thailand – Mumbai; Nattasuda Mettaprasert, the Deputy Consul-General of Royal Thai Consulate-General, Mumbai; alongside Ruedee Cheawsamoot, the Director of ASEAN, South Asia and South Pacific Market Division; and Auttapon Thawesuntorn, the Assistant Director of Tourism Authority of Thailand – Mumbai. It converged over 40 Indian luxury travel agents…
Air India, India’s leading global airline, will shift its flight operations from Terminal 1 to Terminal 2 at Kempegowda International Airport in Bengaluru from August 31, 2023. From 00:01Hrs of 31st August, all Air India operations, domestic and international, will operate to and from Terminal 2 of the airport except for AI176 from San Francisco, which will land at Terminal-1 on 31st August 2023 only. Air India is making every effort to ensure the transition experience is smooth and convenient for its passengers. As part of its proactive initiatives, Air India is reaching out to its passengers through different communication…
More than a thousand commercial flights could either be rescheduled or cancelled as the government has instructed airlines to curtail frequency by a fourth throughout the G20 summit next month due to parking constraints at Delhi airport. Simultaneously, airlines have also been asked to reposition some of their aircraft, which are parked at Delhi, to other airports. The Summit will be held from September 9. Airline executives have warned of nationwide network repercussions, leading to flight cancellations as Delhi is India’s primary airport. Amid crowded hotels and road closures announced by Delhi police, travel agents have advised travellers to cancel…
Vistara, a joint venture of Tata group and Singapore Airlines, announced the addition of a new route to its growing international network. The airline will be further expanding its presence in Malé with direct, daily flights to and from Delhi starting 01 October 2023. Vistara will operate its A320neo aircraft featuring a three-class configuration on the route as it enhances connectivity between India and the Republic of Maldives. Bookings for the flights are being progressively opened on all channels, including Vistara’s website, mobile app, and through travel agents. Speaking on this, Vinod Kannan, Chief Executive Officer, Vistara, said, “We are…
Japan National Tourism Organization (JNTO), Delhi office has announced the appointment of Ryo Bunno as its new Executive Director, effective from 15th August 2023. With a rich background in Journalism, Communications, Digital Marketing, and Public Relations, Ryo Bunno brings a wealth of experience and a global perspective to his new role. In 2018, Ryo Bunno joined the Japan National Tourism Organization, Tokyo embarking on a fulfilling career journey. During his tenure, he made significant contributions to the Digital Marketing and PR section. In recognition of his exceptional skills and dedication, he was assigned to JNTO Manila Office in July 2022,…
The Manohar International Airport (MIA) in Goa is now an authorised immigration check post for the entry of individuals holding e-visas, a spokesperson of the airport said. The international flights commenced at the MIA on July 21, with the arrival of a flight from London-Gatwick airport, he said. The MIA, located in North Goa, is developed and operated by GMR Goa International Airport Ltd (GGIAL), a subsidiary of the GMR Airports Infrastructure Ltd. The MIA is now an authorised immigration check post (ICP) for those holding e-visas, the spokesperson said in a media statement. “In an effort to ensure a…
