President of Bruhath Bangalore Hotels Association, PC Rao said that once the police investigation is concluded, they would soon call up a meeting with the police department, cafe and hotel owners as well as other stakeholders to discuss and chalk out a detailed plan to enhance the security system at the eateries so as to avoid such unfortunate incident in future.
Originally launched in August 2018, OYO's Wizard program boasts over 4.4 million active members, making it one of the largest loyalty programs in India's growing hospitality sector. Designed to cater to frequent travellers, the initiative not only offers attractive deals to customers but also boosts revenue for OYO's hotel partners.
Data available with the Union tourism ministry reveals that India recorded Foreign Tourist Arrivals (FTAs) from across the world at 92.3 lakh in CY2023, a growth by 43.4 percent over the corresponding year CY2022. While the number of travellers in group tours has thinned, neighbouring countries are offering competitive deals to woo Europeans, who are eager to explore southeast Asia.
The Himachal Pradesh chief minister has said that no application for investment in the tourism sector was pending and no information centre has been opened but funds have been released for other works. He also assured that work on the Shiv Dham project would be started as soon as funds are available.
This collaboration aims to leverage IHCL's extensive marketing and distribution network to promote Tree of Life's portfolio of 14 resorts across India. Effective from March 1, 2024, Tree of Life Resorts & Hotels will be available for room bookings through IHCL's distribution network, offering guests seamless access to these unique properties
"The conference will play a significant role in the economic upliftment of the LGBT community of Nepal, generating employment opportunities and taking the tourism sector of the country to a new height at a time, when Nepal has achieved remarkable progress towards ensuring the rights and welfare of the sexual and gender minorities," according to LGBT activist Panta.
Dating back to the 1790s, this meticulously restored 200+ year-old private villa promises a journey back in time to the bygone French era of the region. Strategically situated on Rue de l’Evėché amidst serene lanes and vibrant boutiques, Residence de l’Evėché boasts an intimate and elegant ambience, ideal for families and small groups of friends seeking a unique serviced-villa experience.
The South Indian Hotels and Restaurants Association (SIHRA) president urges the AP state government to give more priority to the tourism sector and provide better connectivity to other destinations, especially from Vizag. The hospitality sector needs single window clearances for setting up more hotels. The convention discusses industry problems, policies, and investment opportunities.
Kenya said Friday it had welcomed the first batch of foreign tourists who arrived under a simplified entry system it hopes will encourage more visitors. The number of tourist arrivals in 2022 rose to 1.54 million, still below pre-pandemic levels, according to tourism ministry figures. Under the new system, travellers apply online for an electronic travel authorisation (ETA)and pay a USD 30 "processing" fee.
In a recent discussion with ETTravelWorld, Navneet Nagpal, Principal Consultant at Spectra Hospitality Services, shed light on the evolving trends in the travel and hospitality industries. India, with its rich heritage of alternative wellness methods, is poised to become a global destination for wellness vacations. Market reports predict a substantial growth of USD 1,299.84 billion in India's health and wellness sector between 2020 and 2024, indirectly propelling the 'wellcation' industry.
The Union government on Friday signed an agreement with Asian Development Bank (ADB) to avail of a USD 100 million loan. The signatories of the loan agreement for the Tripura Urban and Tourism Development Project were Juhi Mukherjee, Joint Secretary Department of Economic Affairs for the Government of India, and Nilaya Mitash, Officer-in-Charge of ADB's India Resident Mission, an official statement said.
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