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ADTOI to Host Annual Convention 2026 in Raipur to Promote Domestic Tourism Growth
The Association of Domestic Tour Operators of India (ADTOI) has announced that its Annual Convention 2026 will be held in Raipur, Chhattisgarh, on December...
India’s Medical Tourism Sector Faces Pressure as West Asia Crisis Disrupts Patient Travel
India’s nearly $9 billion medical tourism industry is witnessing mounting pressure as rising tensions in West Asia continue to disrupt international patient...
Maharashtra Plans India’s First Underwater Museum to Boost Coastal Tourism and Heritage Experiences
Maharashtra is preparing to launch India’s first underwater museum project, a landmark initiative expected to create a new benchmark in experiential tourism...
Thailand and Andaman Islands Explore Direct Flight Connectivity to Boost Tourism and Investment
Thailand and the Andaman & Nicobar Islands are set to deepen tourism and economic cooperation following high-level discussions focused on tourism promotion,...
Nile Hospitality Partners with Radisson for New Gujarat Property
Nile Hospitality has announced the signing of Park Inn & Suites by Radisson in Gujarat, further strengthening its growing hospitality portfolio in...
Camiguin Tourism Surges in 2025 as Visitor Arrivals Near 400,000 with Smart Travel and...
The island province of Camiguin in the Philippines is witnessing a major tourism boom in 2025, recording nearly 400,000 visitor arrivals as...
Accor Expands Luxury Hospitality Presence with Introduction of Mantis Brand in India and South...
Accor has officially introduced its luxury lifestyle and conservation-focused Mantis brand in India and South Asia, marking a significant expansion of the...
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...
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Sumaira Isaacs, CEO, World Tourism Forum Institute
MS. You had started interning when you were just 16 years old, in a Travel Agency. While Dubai is known today more for its fast cars and life of luxury, it was...
MICE Showcase Talks To Rajan Dua, Managing Director, Udaan India Pvt Ltd.
MS. Please share the role of your organisation in the MICE sector? Rajan. Udaan India has always played a crucial role when it comes to successful departures of our client's pax....
Sandeep Dutta, Marketing Manager, Korea Tourism Organization
KTO TO RESTART OUTBOUND TRAVEL FROM INDIA TO SOUTH KOREA
MS. If you would like to summarize the learnings from 2021, then what would they be?
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...
Dharmendra Kumar, Founder & CEO at GEANIS WORLD & MICE
TMS. Please provide the readers with an insight into your early life and professional journey. What made you fall in love with this industry?
Dharmendra Kumar. I embarked on...
In Conversation With Rajan Sharma Managing Director, InterAds Exhibitions Pvt Ltd
ES. Having been actively involved in the exhibition business for decades, please tell us about your professional journey and major milestones achieved over these glorious years.Rajan Sharma. I come from an advertising family...
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...
Virginie De Visscher, Executive Director, Business Events, Destination Canada
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TMS. How is Destination Canada integrating sustainability into its business events strategy, and what lessons can global destinations learn...
SUMATE SHARES HIS VALUABLE INSIGHTS ON THAILAND’S BUSINESS EVENTS INDUSTRY
Sumate Sudasna, President of Thailand Incentive and Convention Association, is a well-known name of the incentive travel industry in Thailand. He is also the founder and Managing Director of Thailand’s Conference...
Sourabh Solanki, CEO, Scan2card
TMS. Scan2card is a QR code and visiting card scanning app that turns paper leads into digital leads. How did your entrepreneurial journey begin, and what inspired you to start Scan2card?






















































