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Gujarat to unveil new tourism policy; invites investment in the state
Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel shared that government was coming out with a new tourism policy and urged business groups to invest in the state. "The government is coming out with a new tourism policy. I welcome you to invest in setting up...... Read More
Tamil Nadu boosts tourism push with cruise routes, ropeways & MICE bureau
Presenting 15 announcements for the Tourism Department during the Assembly’s demand for grants discussion, Tourism Minister S. Rajesh Kumar said INR 2 crore has been earmarked to undertake feasibility studies for proposed cruise and ferry routes. ...... Read More
IHCL opens doors to 181-key Taj Palace in Lucknow
Indian Hotels Company (IHCL) announced the opening of Taj Palace, Lucknow. The hotel was inaugurated by Yogi Adityanath, Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh. Located in the heart of Gomti Nagar, the 181-key Taj Palace, Lucknow, aims to offer a contemp...... Read More
ITC Hotels signs Fortune Hotels in Uttar Pradesh & Andhra Pradesh
ITC Hotels Limited has signed agreements with two new properties under its upscale-to-midscale brand, Fortune Hotels, marking a significant push in the brand’s expansion across high-potential business and leisure markets. The proposed new hotels i...... Read More
2nd BRICS 2026 TWG meeting focuses on seamless travel & skilling development
The Ministry of Tourism, Government of India, hosted the 2nd BRICS 2026 Tourism Working Group (TWG) Meeting in Jaipur, Rajasthan on August 19, 2026, under India’s BRICS Chairship. The meeting was chaired by Bhuvnesh Kumar, Secretary, Ministry of T...... Read More
Atmosphere Core launches 180-key Atmosphere Hillora Eco Resort in Visakhapatnam
Atmosphere Core has announced a strategic partnership with A V N G Developers LLP to launch Atmosphere Hillora Eco Resort Visakhapatnam. Set to open in Q1 2029, the 180-key eco resort will be nestled in the Eastern Ghats of Visakhapatnam. The reso...... Read More
Visa reimagines Visa Infinite as a three-tier premium suite
Visa unveiled a refreshed Visa Infinite in India, evolving the proposition from a single premium card tier, aiming to be a more flexible and adaptive offering designed around how affluent consumers live, spend and travel today. The evolution is sa...... Read More
ADTOI launches Karnataka Chapter in Bengaluru
The Association of Domestic Tour Operators of India (ADTOI) announced the installation and launch of its Karnataka Chapter, strengthening domestic tourism across the state. The ceremony, held at Hotel Maurya, Race Course Road, Bengaluru, witnessed...... Read More
Pickyourtrail reports 40% rise in long weekend travel; creates a dedicated hub
According to Pickyourtrail, Indian travellers are increasingly moving towards shorter, more spontaneous international getaways, with 3-4 day trips, long weekends and impulsive departures becoming part of a new travel rhythm. Short-haul destination...... Read More
Hong Kong records 3% YoY surge with 4.5 mn provisional visitor arrivals for July 2026
The Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB) announced that the provisional visitor arrivals to Hong Kong in July totalled 4.5 million, representing a 3% year-on-year increase. A series of major international MICE events and activities was held in July, inc...... Read More