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Intl. tourism up 5% in H1 2025 despite global challenges; traveller confidence on rise: UN Tourism
The arrivals were 33 million more than in the same period of 2024. The growth is about 4% above pre-pandemic levels. Some of the highest growth rates among large destinations in H1 2025 were recorded by Japan and Vietnam (+21%), the Republic of Ko...... Read More
MakeMyTrip reveals pilgrimage travel trends 2024-25
According to MakeMyTrip’s Pilgrimage Travel Trends 2024-25*, accommodation bookings across 56 pilgrimage destinations grew by 19% in FY24-25. The pilgrimage travel trends highlight broad-based momentum, with 34 destinations recording double-digit...... Read More
Uttar Pradesh rolls out first-ever farm stay investment drive
For the first time, the Directorate of Tourism, Uttar Pradesh, has invited proposals from investors to develop and operate farm stay accommodations across the state. This new initiative aims to position Uttar Pradesh as India’s agri-tourism pionee...... Read More
IHG appoints Jaideep Dang as Head of Development, South West Asia
Dang brings with him over 22 years of deep and diverse experience in the hospitality and real estate sectors. He joins IHG from JLL India, where, as Managing Director – Hotels & Hospitality Group, he led the advisory and transactions business for ...... Read More
Spalba signs 150 hotels in H1 2025
These include The Oberoi New Delhi, Pullman Aerocity, Alila Diwa Goa, Leela Bhartiya City Bengaluru, and Heritage Village Manesar. New additions to the platform feature properties in key Indian and South Asian markets such as Hilton Kathmandu, Lee...... Read More
Vietnam Airlines upgrades Mumbai-Ho chi Minh city route with wide-body aircraft
The airline will now deploy modern wide-body aircraft, including the state-of-the-art Boeing 787 and Airbus A350, to meet the growing demand for travel between India and Vietnam.... Read More
Accor’s MGallery Collection unveils its newest flagship property in Philippines
Located just off Bohol Island, the South Palms Resort & Spa Panglao offers 188 guest rooms and 8 villas which are thoughtfully layered with natural textures to offer a modern ode to island life crafted by the hands of local artisans.... Read More
Madhya Pradesh & 'Z' join hands to amplify tourism via digital-first campaigns
The announcement was made during the two-day Regional Tourism Conclave for Gwalior and Chambal Region, held on August 29–30, 2025, in the presence of Chief Minister Dr. Mohan Yadav; Minister of Tourism & Culture Dharmendra Singh Lodhi; Additional ...... Read More
Jetwing Hotels opens doors to Villa 700
Jetwing Hotels welcomes Villa 700 into its family of properties. Located in the coastal village of Induruwa, in Bentota, this beachfront property joins Jetwing’s portfolio of unique accommodations.... Read More
IndiGo adds Purnea, Bihar as its 94th domestic destination
IndiGo has announced the launch of direct flights connecting Kolkata (West Bengal) and Purnea (Bihar), thrice every week, starting September 15, 2025. Purnea is IndiGo’s 94th domestic and 137th overall destination, and fourth in Bihar after Patna,...... Read More