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‘Chai and samosas’: US hotels welcome Indian tourist boom to revive revenue

December 14, 202489 Views

U.S. hotels and travel companies are aiming to tap a surge in Indian tourists to boost revenue as domestic leisure spending falters and demand from East Asian countries remains below pre-pandemic levels. Nearly 1.9 million Indian tourists visited the U.S. in the first ten months of 2024, a nearly 48% rise from 2019, according to data from the U.S. National Trade and Tourism Office (NTTO). The surge was driven by a 50% jump in visas issued for business visits and 43.5% increase for leisure, data showed. A tourist photographs a U.S. flag on the Eisenhower Executive Office Building, in Washington, U.S., July 4, 2023. REUTERS/Julia Nikhinson The expanding Indian middle-class population, higher travel budgets and increased flight capacity are also behind the South Asian country's inte...

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Share of Indian guests in German tourism on the rise

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March 13, 2024471 Views

Germany's inbound tourism is steadily recovering, making an increasing contribution to the total volume of overnight stays, according to an analysis by the German National Tourist Board (GNTB) based on provisional overnight stay figures from the Federal Statistical Office. The German National Tourist Office (GNTO) in India has announced that the share of Indian guests in German tourism is on the rise. According to the latest data, in December 2023, India recorded 51,666 overnights in Germany, reflecting a growth of 2.2% compared to December 2022. While we are slightly below our 2019 figures, with a decrease of 7.5% compared to December 2023, the overall trend shows a strong recovery rate for Indian travellers. In total, the number of overnights from India into Germany until Dece...

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Indonesia eyes visa waivers for 20 countries, including India

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December 7, 2023771 Views

Indonesia is considering granting visa-free entry to nationals of 20 countries, including the United States, China, Australia, India, South Korea, Germany, Britain and France, to boost its tourism and economy, its tourism minister said on Thursday. The government will finalise the list of countries included in the provision within one month, according to a statement. Minister Sandiaga Uno said the president had instructed the government to consider the visa waiver as a means of boosting the economy, tourism visits and investment. FILE PHOTO: Vendors sell bandanas as tourists watch the sunset on Seminyak beach in Bali, Indonesia. REUTERS/Thomas White There were more than 16 million foreign arrivals in Indonesia in pre-pandemic 2019, according to official data. From January t...

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Malaysia to allow visa-free entry to Indian, Chinese nationals

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November 27, 2023692 Views

Malaysia will grant visa-free entry to citizens of China and India for stays of up to 30 days starting on Dec. 1, Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim said. Anwar made the announcement late on Sunday during a speech at his People's Justice Party congress. In a statement on Monday, Malaysia's Home Affairs Ministry said the visa exemptions would last until Dec. 31, 2024. China and India are Malaysia's fourth- and fifth-largest largest sources of tourists. FILE PHOTO: A supermoon rises over Petronas Twin Towers in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia Thursday, Aug. 31, 2023. (AP Photo/Vincent Thian) Malaysia recorded 9.16 million tourist arrivals between January and June this year, with 498,540 from China and 283,885 from India, according to government data. That compares with 1.5 million arrivals from C...

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Germany records 85% growth in Indian visitors

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November 16, 2023611 Views

Jump in January to August 2023 travel, Eco-focus pays off • Incoming flights from India to Germany have picked up in the second half of the year making India, with an increase of 85%, an important potential market for German incoming tourism. • Germany's eco-conscious attractions, nature-friendly initiatives and inviting campaigns remain appealing to visitors worldwide. Tourism from India to Germany is developing well with a recovery of 496 percent in the period from January- August 2023 compared to January- August 2021. Renowned for its captivating natural landscapes and rich cultural experiences, Germany has witnessed a significant increase in tourism from Indian cities. Further, the German National Tourist Board (GNTB) revealed a huge 496 per cent rise in visits by In...

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Indian overnights to Germany more than tripled in 2022

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August 9, 2023826 Views

Numbers closing in with pre-COVID levels despite issues with quick Visa Germany saw a 209 percent increase in overnight stays by Indians in 2022 compared to the previous year, according to new data from the German National Tourist Board. A figure that can go further up if VISA to Indian tourists become quicker and easy, which Germany if hopeful of doing soon. Nuremberg: old town with imperial castle. Photo: DZT/Dietmar Scherf The German National Tourist Office (GNTO) and German Embassy in India successfully concluded a joint press conference, to showcase Germany as a preferred travel destination for Indian travellers. The conference took place at the German Embassy in New Delhi and was attended by various media personnel from India. Admitting that hassles of getting a quick to...

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India’s top bucket list destinations revealed

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October 13, 2022832 Views

From the spectacular views overlooking Niagara Falls to the wonderful sights at the summit of Machu Picchu, there is no shortage of incredible places in the world to see and explore. But with so many bucket-list-worthy destinations, what locations are the top picks? To find out, Remitly, who specialize in helping people send money to India, have researched and revealed India’s top bucket list destinations, according to Google Search trend data. A spokesperson for Remitly said: “There are so many destinations and landmarks in the world worth visiting, but there is so much choice. It’s a great problem to have, but it can make it hard to decide where to visit, so you might find that inspiration is needed. “Whether you’re looking for new places to scout out, clear water to swi...

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Thailand looks to Indian weddings to boost tourism revenue

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August 31, 2022205 Views

Thailand hopes to boost its tourism revenue to between 600 billion-700 billion baht ($16 billion-$19 billion) by year-end, by targeting high-spending groups like Indian wedding parties and honeymooners, a senior tourism official said. Famous for its white-sand beaches and nightlife, Thailand hopes to tap into "pent-up demand" from the multi-billion dollar Indian wedding industry, Tourism Authority of Thailand deputy governor Siripakorn Cheawsamoot told Reuters in an interview this week. "Data from the last two years showed that many Indian couples got married, but couldn't find honeymoon locations ... or held back on getting married because they wanted to have their reception overseas including in Thailand," he said on Tuesday. Foreign tourism revenue from January to Aug. 28 ...

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Indian tourists to be highly sought after, says GlobalData

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November 8, 2021583 Views

Indian tourists will be some of the most desirable travellers, given India’s growing economy, young population and rising middle class, according to GlobalData. The leading data and analytics company notes that the country is projected to reach record levels of 29 million outbound trips by 2025 – a buoyant outlook considering the strains of COVID-19. Craig Bradley, Associate Travel & Tourism Analyst at GlobalData, comments: “Before the pandemic, India was one of the most important and sought-after tourism source markets globally, and was a key target for major players such as VisitBritain and Tourism Australia. While the COVID-19 crisis put considerable strain on the country’s economy and tourism industry, Indian travellers are expected to be ready to travel once more.” Indi...

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US bound Indians come calling to Serbia for ‘quarantine tourism’

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August 3, 20211001 Views

Serbia is benefiting from COVID-19 'quarantine tourism' as thousands of Indians make a two-week stopover on the way to other countries. India has registered more coronavirus cases than any other country except the United States. Its citizens are barred from entering many countries during the pandemic unless they spend two weeks in another country en route. FILE PHOTO: People enjoy sunset at the Kalemegdan fortress in Belgrade, Serbia. REUTERS/Marko Djurica Serbia has become a popular stopover destination for Indians because it offers them visa-free entry if they have been vaccinated and test negative for the virus. They are also required to spend at least the first seven days of their stay in Serbia in isolation, depending from conditions set by their destination countries. Th...