By Anandi Don’t get surprised if we tell you 85percent of the international tourists have a mobile device with them while travelling (eHotelier). Or did you know 76percent of the travellers believe their smartphone is the most important travel companion (Openkey)? According to Hotels.com, 42percent of the travellers globally have booked a hotel on a mobile […]
By Rubina Aman Digital revolution for holidaymakers and technological advances are now changing the entire travel landscape to a more personalised take off. The combination of digital platforms, user-generated content and feedback, social media integration, global positioning services and the use of big data and artificial intelligence has transformed the way people experience travel. An […]
By Netpal Travel Bureau ITB Asia is set to deliver another year of thought-provoking content to industry practitioners as part of its conference programme. Themed ‘Bold Thoughts, Bold Moves‘, the conference will bring together thought leaders from across the MICE, Leisure, Corporate, and Travel Tech sectors for high-level discussions on the trends that are galvanising change […]
By Parthivi Joshi In the recent times, there has been an exponential rise in globetrotters across the world. Traveling is a new found love and form of recreation amongst the masses, not restricted to any particular region. The trend of spending on experiences and not on tangible products is on a rise – and what […]
By Sikha Thakur The Union Budget 2019 announced by Nirmala Sitharaman has promised to develop 17 iconic world-class spots for tourism. The compensation for tourism and culture ministries increased simply by 1.82 percent and 7per cent. Allocation for building tourism and infrastructure stands at Rs 1378.53 crore in the current budget and Rs 575.50 crores […]
By Maitri It won’t be quite erroneous to state that the expression ‘Safari’ came into limelight after the 1969 movie ‘African Safari’ by Ron Shanin. Previously, ‘Safari Travel’ was the prevalent terms that characterized safaris only in Africa. But today, safari travel has become the most cherished voyage around the globe to adore wildlife and […]
By Shamayita Bhattacharya The newly discovered research study reveals that three trends must be followed by the hospitality industry to satisfy the demands of future consumers. The changes are likely to be found as guest insight, optimization of technology and achievement of cult status at scale. The beginning of the end for room types Traditional […]
By Shamayita Bhattacharya Cruise ships follow the time honoured tradition of launching their ship by respectable Godmother. It is believed that Godmother would bring luck and protect the ship, hence supposed to be present at the ceremony of Cruise launch. As Carnival Sunrise makes her debut following US$200 million transformation, Carnival Cruise Line announced Kelly […]
By Sikha Thakur Influencing global travel and tourism industry, WTM Africa will go on floor from April 10 to 12, 2019. The program and conferences are taking shape offering insights to stakeholders, network sessions, panel discussions and workshops. Annual Responsible Tourism conference will be headed by Dr Harold Goodwin, Professor and Director, Responsible Tourism at […]
By Sikha Thakur The economy of a country highly depends on the hospitality industry throughout the world as per World Travel and Tourism Council. Tourism is presently one of world’s largest industries, generating US$6 trillion or 9 percent of global GDP, creating nearly 260 million jobs in hospitality sector. In Travel and Tourism industry, hotel, […]