India ranked world's 4th best holiday haven
According to the 2006 Conde Nast Readers’ Travel Awards, East was the flavour of the season among overseas holidayers, accounting for three of the top five slots.
By TNN |
NEW DELHI: India seems to have made its mark on the world travel map. Overseas holidayers and travellers have put India in the big league, ranking it as the fourth most attractive and satisfying holiday destination in the world. It stands ahead of several developed and traditional hot spots like US, France, Singapore, Thailand and South Africa.
According to the 2006 Conde Nast Readers’ Travel Awards, East was the flavour of the season among overseas holidayers, accounting for three of the top five slots.
Thanks to the government’s high-decibel ‘Incredible India’ campaign in the overseas markets, India has been climbing up steadily over the past few years. This year, it has vaulted to the fourth spot from 10th in 2003.
“This first class performance is largely because of the hard work and enthusiasm India has put into marketing itself to outside world. It is also because, as a leisure destination, India delivers what it promises: A fascinating culture, superb quality in resorts and an unforgettable experience. No wonder, India is on every sophisticated traveller’s lips. It has the potential to take the crown in the next few years,” said publisher Kate Slesinger.
India scored mainly on account of its hospitality facilities — including quality spas and hotels. Industry watchers said its growing air connectivity helped India move up the ladder. “India has now become far more accessible than it was even two years ago. Growing air links, government focus on tourism and a surge in quality hospitality properties have helped make a trip to India very satisfying for most of the holidayers,” said an analyst.
“We are focusing on infrastructure to create a unique experience for tourists and are confident that in coming years, India will emerge as the No. 1 tourism destination,” said tourism minister Ambika Soni.
According to the 2006 Conde Nast Readers’ Travel Awards, East was the flavour of the season among overseas holidayers, accounting for three of the top five slots.
Thanks to the government’s high-decibel ‘Incredible India’ campaign in the overseas markets, India has been climbing up steadily over the past few years. This year, it has vaulted to the fourth spot from 10th in 2003.
“This first class performance is largely because of the hard work and enthusiasm India has put into marketing itself to outside world. It is also because, as a leisure destination, India delivers what it promises: A fascinating culture, superb quality in resorts and an unforgettable experience. No wonder, India is on every sophisticated traveller’s lips. It has the potential to take the crown in the next few years,” said publisher Kate Slesinger.
India scored mainly on account of its hospitality facilities — including quality spas and hotels. Industry watchers said its growing air connectivity helped India move up the ladder. “India has now become far more accessible than it was even two years ago. Growing air links, government focus on tourism and a surge in quality hospitality properties have helped make a trip to India very satisfying for most of the holidayers,” said an analyst.
“We are focusing on infrastructure to create a unique experience for tourists and are confident that in coming years, India will emerge as the No. 1 tourism destination,” said tourism minister Ambika Soni.
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