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KTM highlights resilience of Kerala’s tourism

September 30, 2024142 Views

Kerala turned a new milestone in its tourism steeped in resilience, as Kerala Travel Mart (KTM) 2024 concluded on Sunday with a stronger projection of its variety destinations celebrated for their all-weather charm. While wedding and cruise tourism earned focus at the four-day event organized by KTM Society, more than 2,800 buyers and stalls totaling 347 made the 12th edition busiest in the history of the biennial event. By making the proceedings paperless through a software app, authorities stuck to the green protocol that enhanced the international image of the state on the tourism map. The final day witnessed huge rush, as general public visited the venue at Sagara-Samudrika Convention Centre at Willingdon Island in huge numbers from noon. KTM Society, which is now into its s...

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Saudi Tourism showcases itself to Indian travel trade

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September 2, 2024191 Views

STA hosts 4-city networking event to strengthen trade partnerships The Saudi Tourism Authority (STA) recently hosted a series of networking events across four cities in India. The events held in Delhi, Mumbai, Ahmedabad and Kolkata were a part of STA’s ongoing commitment to strengthen partnerships with travel trade and showcase diverse offerings as a top travel destination. The events were strategically designed to cater to the unique interests of each city, providing tailored information, highlighting leisure activities, cultural heritage, corporate travel, and pilgrimage. The series of events kickstarted in Ahmedabad and concluded in Kolkata. In Mumbai, 55 leading travel agents and industry representatives participated, while 50 members of the travel trade associations and ...

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Hong Kong working to promote year-round tourism

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August 29, 2024255 Views

Concludes 3-city travel mission to India, aligns with significant growth in no of Indian tourists The Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB) has successfully concluded its 3-city annual Hong Kong Travel Mission to India covering Mumbai, Chennai, and New Delhi, which took place from August 20 to August 23. This year's mission featured a dynamic 36-seller delegation of key Hong Kong Trade Partners including iconic attractions, theme parks, leading hotels, destination management companies (DMCs), airlines, and cruise lines. The team engaged effectively with over 500 Indian trade partners including agents from satellite markets of three metro cities. The mission highlights the significant growth in tourism traffic from the Indian subcontinent to Hong Kong, a destination known for its vis...

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A Saudi Qahwa experience in Bengaluru

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August 14, 2024222 Views

The Saudi Tourism Authority (STA) recently hosted Brewtopia - A Qahwa Experience for travel trade partners in Bengaluru. This exclusive event, held at Olive Beach this August, welcomed 30 members of travel trade associations, offering them an immersive taste of Saudi’s rich coffee culture. The event aimed to enhance destination recall, promote Saudi coffee as a sought-after souvenir, and fortify trade partnerships through authentic experiences. An insightful presentation on the origins of coffee as a beverage revealed the true home of Arabia as the birthplace of the renowned Arabica bean. Attendees learned about the etymology of the word coffee, tracing back to qahwa, meaning wine of the bean. They also explored how Saudi’s modern coffee culture is deeply rooted in these anci...

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Goa blends innovation & entrepreneurship with its model of regenerative tourism

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May 4, 2024529 Views

As the global travel and tourism industry gears up for the prestigious Arabian Travel Market (ATM) Dubai 2024, there's one destination that's poised to make a significant impact – Goa, India. Renowned for its pristine beaches, rich cultural heritage, and vibrant communities, Goa is set to showcase its commitment to sustainable tourism at ATM Dubai 2024 with this year's theme: Innovation and Entrepreneurship: Transforming Travel Through Entrepreneurship. Attendees of ATM Dubai at the Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC), from May 6th to May 9th, 2024, will have the opportunity to explore the Goa Pavilion, Stand No: AS7259, where they'll experience an immersive presentation spotlighting the region's innovative endeavors in sustainable tourism. Central to exhibit is the principle of Regene...

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Saudi Tourism hosts networking events for Indian travel trade

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March 28, 2024293 Views

Beginning the year with massive inbound numbers from last year and encouraging growth projections, Saudi tourism is racing ahead on its remarkable journey. Saudi aims to make India its top source market targeting 7.5 million visitors within the next seven years. Committed to the Indian market, Saudi Tourism Authority (STA) hosted a series of power-packed networking events held across four cities – Mumbai, Ahmedabad, Bengaluru, and Delhi for the members of the Indian travel trade associations. The STA delegation with key stakeholders engaged with over 500 travel agents and tour operators from these key cities. STA also organised sales mission in collaboration with leading Destination Management Companies (DMC) across all four cities, engaging with key trade partners. It showcased STA’s ...

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Arabian Travel Market 2023 sets a new record

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May 9, 2023736 Views

Sees 29% year-on-year growth in attendees at Middle East's largest travel and tourism exhibition The 30th edition of Arabian Travel Market set a new show record, as organisers welcomed more than 40,000 attendees - a 5% increase over 2019. More than 2,100 exhibitors and representatives from over 150 countries took part in the landmark edition, which was hosted at Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC). In line with the theme, 'Working Towards Net Zero', participants explored trends and innovations that are driving sustainability within the global travel industry and also, how the industry can ensure sustainable travel for future generations. More than 40,000 people - including 30,000 visitors - attended the 30th edition of Arabian Travel Market (ATM), which concluded last week in Dubai,...

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Luxury tourism recovery quicker than budget tourism in US

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January 24, 2022916 Views

GlobalData says, it is due to increase in high-networth individuals The pandemic has transformed many travelers into high-networth individuals and made the super-wealthy even wealthier, according to GlobalData. The leading data and analytics company notes that 29% of respondents in one of its live polls state that their budgets are ‘a lot’ or ‘slightly’ higher than pre-pandemic. The luxury leisure market experienced a strong start to recovery as wealthy consumers, now with higher levels of disposable income, began to travel once again in 2021. FILE PHOTO: A horse-drawn carriage is pictured in Central Park during the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic in the Manhattan borough of New York City, New York, U.S., November 16, 2021. REUTERS/Carlo Allegri When looking at the US spe...

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Israel Tourism conducts three-city roadshow in India

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December 10, 20211062 Views

Israel Ministry of Tourism (IMOT) conducted its first roadshow in 2021 across three Indian cities to enhance commercial ties with the Indian travel trade fraternity that focused on outbound MICE travel. The roadshows were held in the cities of Chennai on December 6, Bengaluru on December 7, and Kolkata on December 9, 2021. The events commenced with a destination presentation which focused on key developments, tourism infrastructure in Israel as well as opening of new hotels and tourist attractions. Following the presentation was an interactive session between the Israel Tourism team and the travel partners, which concluded with light snacks. The Israeli delegation was led by Sammy Yahia, Director of Israel Ministry of Tourism, India & Philippines along with Judah Samuel, ...

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UNWTO, WTTC & WTM Ministers’ Summit commits to investing in tourism’s sustainable future

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October 26, 2021311 Views

Tourism leaders from around the world will once again come together for the UNWTO, WTTC & WTM Ministers’ Summit at WTM London this November, to commit to investing in the sector’s sustainable future. The summit is the largest annual gathering of tourism ministers and will take place on Tuesday 2nd November during WTM London – the leading global event for the travel industry. Ministers, industry leaders, entrepreneurs, and experts are invited to take part. FILE PHOTO: World Travel Market London 2019, ExCeL London - WTM Festivals & Party For more than 10 years, the United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) and WTM London have partnered to host a high-level summit, focusing on key challenges and opportunities facing the sector. The 2021 Summit will also be present...