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AI Gains Ground in Travel Planning as 68% Indians Show Intent to Use: Agoda
Indian travellers are increasingly adopting artificial intelligence (AI) tools for travel planning, with 68% indicating they are likely to use…
Virgin Atlantic Bets on Conversational AI, Signals a Structural Shift in Travel Distribution
At a time when the global aviation industry is actively rethinking customer engagement and distribution strategies, Virgin Atlantic’s integration with…
Thailand’s 60-Day Visa-Free Entry for Indians Gains Traction, Trade Sees Opportunity
Thailand’s visa-free entry policy for Indian travellers, allowing stays of up to 60 days, is beginning to gain traction in…
Minor Hotels to Launch First Colbert Collection Property in London
Minor Hotels has announced the debut of its premium soft brand, Colbert Collection, in the United Kingdom with the launch…IHCL Bets Big on Airport-Led Growth with Vivanta at Bhogapuram
India’s largest hospitality player Indian Hotels Company Limited (IHCL) is sharpening its focus on airport-led micro-markets with the signing of…
Direct Boost to Northeast Tourism: Pune–Bagdogra Flights Take Off from May 1
Strengthening regional air connectivity and opening new tourism corridors, Air India Express has announced the launch of direct flights between…
IHCL Taps Cultural Tourism with ‘HeritEdge’ Initiative on World Heritage Day
In a strategic move aligning hospitality with cultural sustainability, Indian Hotels Company Limited has launched its ‘HeritEdge Celebrations’ across select…Air Canada Unveils Next-Gen Cabins to Elevate Global Travel Experience
Air Canada has introduced its next-generation cabin concept, branded “Glowing Hearted,” marking one of the airline’s most significant interior transformations…IATA Ground Handling Conference 2026 to Focus on AI-Driven Aviation Operations
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) will host the 38th IATA Ground Handling Conference (IGHC) from 19–21 May 2026 in…SWISS Extends Suspension of Dubai Flights Until July 11, 2026 Amid Middle East Tensions
SWISS International Air Lines has extended the suspension of its flights to and from Dubai until and including July 11,…
AYANA Midplaza Jakarta Appoints Morris Tiedemann as General Manager
AYANA Midplaza Jakarta has appointed Morris Tiedemann as its new General Manager, signalling a leadership shift aimed at strengthening its…Anantara Koh Yao Yai Joins LHW, Strengthens Thailand’s Luxury Hospitality Portfolio
Anantar Anantara Koh Yao Yai Resort & Villas has been inducted into The Leading Hotels of the World (LHW), becoming…
The Hosteller, Nua Join Hands to Enhance Comfort and Care for Women Travellers
New Delhi, April 13, 2026: In a progressive step that goes beyond conventional hospitality, The Hosteller has partnered with Nua…Koyna Daulat Dongri Festival Draws Over 2 Lakh Visitors, Boosts Rural Tourism in Maharashtra
The Koyna Daulat Dongri Festival concluded on April 9 with a turnout of over 2 lakh visitors, reinforcing its position…Travel Demand Remains Strong Despite Global Uncertainty: Hyatt
Hyatt’s internal data confirms that flexibility has officially replaced fear as the standard for frequent flyers. When a primary route…IntrCity SmartBus Expands Air-Purified Bus Network to South India with Chennai–Coimbatore Launch
IntrCity SmartBus has expanded its SmartBus.AQI service to South India with the launch of operations on the Chennai–Coimbatore route, marking…Aerionyx Signs MoU with Myanmar Tourism Federation to Boost India Outreach
Aerionyx Global Representations Pvt Ltd has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Myanmar Tourism Federation to strengthen the…
Meet Boston Enters India Market, Appoints Sartha Global Marketing
Meet Boston, the official tourism marketing organisation for Boston and Cambridge, has appointed Sartha Global Marketing as its India representative,…
