FIFA WC 2026 set to be a free kick for tourism, retail and clothing industryAnalysts said U.S. hotel operators Marriott, Hilton and Hyatt as well as online travel platforms Airbnb, Booking Holdings and Expedia are p...
06 Jun, 2026, 12.14 AM IST
Indians among tourists from 40 nations eligible for free on-arrival visas in Sri LankaSri Lanka is offering free 30-day visas on arrival for tourists from 40 nations. Indian travelers are among those who will benefit from thi...
27 May, 2026, 10.34 AM IST
Dubai hospitality gets a nine-day breather during Eid al-Adha holidaysIn anticipation of the Eid al-Adha holidays, hotels across Dubai and Abu Dhabi are seeing a notable spike in reservations, a promising sign...
23 May, 2026, 08.37 PM IST
America's busiest airports could become the next immigration battlegroundThe Department of Homeland Security is considering reducing customs processing at airports in cities not adhering to Trump administration i...
22 May, 2026, 11.01 AM IST
PM Modi's domestic tourism push to enhance India's global appeal: Hotel industry bodyPrime Minister Narendra Modi's emphasis on domestic travel is set to boost India's tourism sector. Geopolitical shifts make India an attrac...
19 May, 2026, 05.35 PM IST
Indians may be roaming closer to home because of a war far awayIndia Tourism Sector and Iran War: Prime Minister Modi's call to curb foreign travel for a year aims to boost domestic tourism, conserve fo...
19 May, 2026, 10.46 AM IST
Etihad, Uzbekistan Airways sign codeshare deal to connect eight Uzbek cities via TashkentEtihad Airways and Uzbekistan Airways have inked a codeshare deal, enabling seamless travel to eight Uzbek cities via Tashkent. This partne...
18 May, 2026, 11.39 AM IST
PM's call to cut foreign travel: Industry executives seek measures to boost inbound tourismFollowing PM Modi's call to postpone non-essential foreign travel, travel industry executives see an opportunity to boost 'Incredible India...
13 May, 2026, 04.58 PM IST
Indian travellers get a new Southeast Asia circuit via MakeMyTripMakeMyTrip has expanded its partnership with Vietravel Corporation to include Cambodia and Laos, enhancing travel options for Indian touris...
08 May, 2026, 05.21 PM IST
India services growth picks up in April on strong domestic demand, PMI showsIndia's services sector saw growth in April, boosted by strong domestic demand. This rise followed a dip in March. However, global orders s...
06 May, 2026, 10.52 AM IST
EY, FICCI urge govt to reduce GST rate to 9% on hotel rooms priced above Rs 7,500 per nightA joint report by EY and FICCI suggests lowering the GST on luxury hotel rooms to 9%. This move aims to make India a more competitive touri...
27 Apr, 2026, 05.19 PM IST
India's hospitality sector enters a 'golden cycle' as luxury demand outpaces supply: NomuraIndia's hotel industry is entering a strong growth phase. Average daily rates are rising, and investment returns are attractive. Demand is ...
23 Apr, 2026, 09.58 AM IST
For the First Time: Direct flights between Israel and ArgentinaIsrael and Argentina have launched direct flights connecting the two nations. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Argentine President Jav...
19 Apr, 2026, 11.32 PM IST
Sri Lanka sees drop in tourist arrivals in March due to West Asia warSri Lanka's tourist arrivals saw a significant drop in March, falling to 183,979 from over 277,000 in January and February. This decline is...
18 Apr, 2026, 01.59 PM IST
West Asia conflict hits tourism, aviation: PHD Chamber of Commerce and Industry flags 15-20%The ongoing conflict in West Asia is casting a long shadow over India's tourism and aviation sectors. Tourist arrivals have plummeted, prom...
17 Apr, 2026, 12.56 AM IST
West Asia conflict disrupts aviation, leads to 15–20% dip in inbound tourist traffic; Rs. 18,000 crore net loss for industry: PHDCCI reportIndia's vibrant tourism and hospitality sector is currently reeling from the impact of conflicts in West Asia. With inbound tourist arrival...
16 Apr, 2026, 05.47 PM IST
A ₹18,000 crore blow seen for India's aviation story as West Asia conflict clips wingsIndia's aviation and tourism sectors are currently navigating turbulent skies due to the unrest in West Asia. Airlines are challenged with ...
16 Apr, 2026, 04.04 PM IST