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Hilton debuts Hilton Garden Inn brand in Kompally
Once open, the property is expected to become Hilton’s third hotel in the city, following the recently opened Hilton Hyderabad Genome Valley Resort & Spa and the upcoming Hilton Hyderabad Gachibowli, while also marking the company’s first Hilton G...... Read More
Agoda highlights the rise of the perpetual traveller; 73% Asian Gen Zs plans up to 6 trips in 2026
The hospitality industry can capitalize on rising frequency, secondary city growth, and deep localisation in 2026 Digital travel platform Agoda highlights that the combination of a rising middle class and changing travel habits across Asia is crea...... Read More
Lords Hotels signs 54-key property in Amritsar
Lords Hotels & Resorts has announced the signing of a new hotel in Amritsar, further strengthening the group’s presence across key spiritual and leisure destinations in India. The hotel is scheduled to become operational by June 2026. Speaking on...... Read More
IATO names K. Vijay Mohan as co-chairman for Andhra Pradesh Chapter
IATO Executive Committee has appointed K. Vijay Mohan as Co-Chairman for the IATO Andhra Pradesh Chapter with effect from May 8, 2026. Mohan has been associated with the tourism industry since 1998. With his vast experience of 28 years, IATO expe...... Read More
Scoot sees strong rise in solo Indian travellers; Hanoi & Tokyo emerge as key hotspots
India continues to remain a key growth market for Scoot, with the Singapore-based low-cost carrier witnessing strong outbound demand in 2025 and rising interest among Indian travellers for unique and lesser-explored destinations across Southeast A...... Read More
San Francisco projects 24.2 mn visitors in 2026
The San Francisco Travel Association (SF Travel), the official destination marketing organisation for the City and County of San Francisco, released its 2026 tourism forecast and 2025 visitor impact results. San Francisco is projected to welcome 2...... Read More
P. C. Vishnunadh becomes the new Kerala Tourism & Culture Minister
Known for his strong grassroots connect and youth-centric political approach, he is expected to play an important role in strengthening Kerala’s tourism and cultural sectors.... Read More
Experience Kissimmee unveils “Value of Tourism” showcasing USD 10.6 Bn impact
Tourism reported to remain a driving force in Central Florida, generating economic opportunity and strengthening the community. Experience Kissimmee’s mission is said to create lasting economic benefits by increasing visitation to the destination,...... Read More
Kairali Ayurvedic Group launches Villa Raag in South Goa
Kairali Ayurvedic Group has entered luxury Hospitality with the announcement of the opening of Villa Raag by Kairali, an uber-luxury yoga-inspired boutique Resort at Agonda Beach, South Goa and designed to cater global travellers who seek unparall...... Read More
Aroya Cruises resumes Mediterranean sailings for summer 2026
Ahead of the summer sailings, the 1,678-cabin capacity Aroya will depart from Jeddah on May 29 on an eight-night voyage to Istanbul, calling at Sharm El Sheikh and Ain Sokhna in Egypt before transiting the Suez Canal and continuing along Türkiye’s...... Read More