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IHG Strengthens India Luxury Expansion with InterContinental Resort Jaipur Achrol Signing
IHG Hotels & Resorts has announced the signing of a management agreement with Makson India Hospitality Pvt Ltd for the development of...
India’s Hotel Investment Market Surges 67% to USD 567 Million in 2025: JLL Report
India’s hospitality sector witnessed a major investment upswing in 2025, with hotel investments rising by 67% year-on-year to reach USD 567 million,...
South Africa and Mauritius Strengthen African Tourism Collaboration with Strategic Partnership at Africa’s Travel...
South Africa and Mauritius have officially signed a strategic tourism partnership agreement during Africa’s Travel Indaba 2026 in Durban, marking a significant...
American Airlines Extends Tel Aviv and Doha Flight Suspension Until 2027 Amid Middle East...
American Airlines has announced an extended suspension of its services to Tel Aviv and Doha until January 2027, citing ongoing geopolitical instability,...
Sydney Secures Australian Tourism Exchange 2027, Strengthening Australia’s Global Tourism Growth Strategy
Sydney has officially been confirmed as the host city for the Australian Tourism Exchange (ATE) 2027, Australia’s largest annual travel and tourism...
ITC Hotels Strengthens Luxury Portfolio with ₹205 Crore Acquisition of The Zuri Kumarakom Resort...
ITC Hotels has announced the acquisition of The Zuri Kumarakom Kerala Resort & Spa in a ₹205 crore deal, marking a significant...
Adani Airport Holdings and IHG Join Hands to Launch Five-Hotel Portfolio, Bring Kimpton Brand...
Adani Airport Holdings and IHG Hotels & Resorts have announced a landmark partnership to develop five hotels across key airport-linked and high-growth...
Abu Dhabi Unveils USD 1.7 Billion Sphere Project on Yas Island to Redefine Global...
Abu Dhabi has announced plans to develop Sphere Abu Dhabi, a landmark USD 1.7 billion immersive entertainment venue on Yas Island, marking...
Philippines Strengthens India Outreach with Mega Familiarisation Tour for 30 Travel Agents
The Tourism Promotions Board (TPB) Philippines successfully concluded its India Mega Familiarization Tour 2026, reinforcing its commitment to positioning the Philippines as...
Air India Restructures International Network Amid Rising Fuel Costs and Airspace Restrictions
Air India has announced a temporary rationalisation of its international flight network between June and August 2026, reducing frequencies and suspending services...
NILE Hospitality Signs 120-Key Courtyard by Marriott in Somnath, Expanding Gujarat’s Spiritual Hospitality Landscape
NILE Hospitality has announced the signing of a 120-key Courtyard by Marriott Somnath, marking a significant expansion of its branded hospitality portfolio...
Union Tourism Minister Calls for Strong Centre-State Collaboration to Build Globally Competitive Tourism Destinations
Union Minister for Culture and Tourism, Gajendra Singh Shekhawat, emphasised the urgent need for stronger collaboration between the Centre and State governments...
Uttar Pradesh Approves ₹10 Crore Tourism Push Across Key Spiritual Destinations
In a major move to strengthen religious and cultural tourism infrastructure, the Government of Uttar Pradesh has approved tourism development projects worth...
PM Modi’s Call to Prioritise Domestic Travel Sparks Wide Debate Across India’s Tourism Industry
Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s recent appeal urging citizens to reduce unnecessary foreign travel, overseas weddings, and fuel consumption amid the ongoing West...
Long Lake’s $6.3 Billion Bet Signals New Era for Global Corporate Travel
In one of the biggest developments in the global business travel sector, Long Lake Management has entered into a definitive agreement to...
PM Modi Calls for Fuel Conservation, Domestic Travel and Economic Restraint Amid West Asia...
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has urged citizens to adopt fuel-saving measures, avoid non-essential foreign travel, and reduce unnecessary imports as India navigates...
Opulent Oasis Hospitality Debuts with 53-Key ‘Wild Calm’ Retreat in Gujarat’s Sasan Gir
Hospitality entrepreneur Bhavik Sheth has officially launched Opulent Oasis Hospitality, marking his entry into India’s growing experiential hospitality segment with the debut...
Saumitra Chaturvedi, General Manager, Novotel NewDelhi City Centre
TMS. With over two decades of experience across leading hospitality brands like The Leela, Hyatt, Taj, and Accor, what key experiences have...
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“Fiji has always been a preferred global destination for many reasons; proximity and extensive global flight network, tropical climate, a diverse range of accommodation and immersive experiences, and a really wide...
In Conversation With Rodolphe Lameyse CEO, Vinexposium
ES. Having expertise in the organisation of international professional events, please tell us about your professional journey, major milestones achieved and challenges faced so far in your exciting career.Rodolphe. I have joined the...
Exclusive Conversation With Phil Chung, CEO of IICC Operating Company (KINEXIN), General Director of...
ES. What are the areas which will see drastic changes in exhibitions post the Covid19 period?Phil. I guess the biggest difference from the past will be our sense of importance on the number...
Carina Bauer, Chief Executive Officer, IMEX Group
TMS. Could you share your journey to becoming the CEO of IMEX Group? What inspired you to join the events industry?
Carina Bauer. My father Ray Bloom has enjoyed...
Marta Gomes, President, ICCA
TMS. Please tell us about your professional journey so far, including the challenges you've faced and the milestones you've reached over the years.
Marta Gomes. I've worked in the...
Gregg Wafelbakker, General Manager, Tourism of New Zealand
TMS. Give a brief overview of your background and your role in the organisation?
Gregg Wafelbakker. I’m the General Manager Asia for Tourism New Zealand, based in Singapore.
Reema Al-Mokhtar, Director of Travel Trade Marketing at Red Sea Global
TMS. In what way is RSG contributing to the development of a fresh sustainable tourism sector in Saudi Arabia and what are the observable effects on the environment?
Reema...
Luís Coelho, Director of Central Sales, Highgate Portugal
TMS. Hilton has a strong legacy in hospitality. How does your property in Porto reflect Hilton’s global philosophy while embracing the local culture and charm of Portugal?
Luís Coelho....
In Conversation With Allison Sodha, President , Sodha Travel & Author of...
As the President of Sodha Travel and India travel expert, Allison is passionate about offering travel tips and destination inspiration. She has curated content for several publications, including Little India, and...
In Conversation With Thoyyib Mohamed Managing Director of Maldives Marketing and Public Relations Corporation...
Thoyyib Mohamed is the Managing Director of Maldives Marketing and Public Relations Corporation (MMPRC), The National Tourism Promotion Board of Maldives. With his extensive set of knowledge and skills in management, Thoyyib...






















































