A $16 trillion future for travel & tourism industry, ET TravelWorld
Julia Simpson, President & CEO, WTTC As the global travel & tourism industry rebounds post-pandemic, it is set to contribute over USD 11 trillion to the global economy in 2024…
Thailand to implement e-Visa system for Indian Nationals from January 2025, ET TravelWorld
The Royal Thai Embassy in New Delhi has officially announced the rollout of Thailand’s Electronic Visa (e-Visa) system in India, effective January 1, 2025. The system, aimed at streamlining the…
FAITH elects new office bearers unopposed for 2024-26 term, ET TravelWorld
The Federation of Associations in Indian Tourism and Hospitality (FAITH) held its elections for the post of Office Bearers on 10th December 2024 in New Delhi. The elections saw the…
Air India orders 100 additional Airbus aircraft to support global growth, ET TravelWorld
Air India has confirmed an order for 100 additional Airbus aircraft, consisting of 10 widebody A350 and 90 narrowbody A320 Family models, including the A321neo. This latest order builds on…
Uttar Pradesh to launch new Heritage Tourism policy, ET TravelWorld
Uttar Pradesh is preparing for a comprehensive Heritage Tourism Policy to revitalise its historic forts, palaces, and mansions through adaptive reuse, promoting experiential tourism. This initiative, inspired by Rajasthan’s success…
Philippines launches e-visa for Indian passport holders, ET TravelWorld
In a major boost to tourism, the Philippines has rolled out an e-Visa system for Indian passport holders, making travel to the Southeast Asian destination more accessible than ever. The…
Paris retains title as world’s leading city destination for 2024, ET TravelWorld
Euromonitor International has named Paris the world’s most attractive city destination for the fourth consecutive year in its Top 100 City Destinations Index 2024. The annual report evaluates urban destinations…
Arunachal CM seeks active private sector participation to bolster tourism in border villages, ET TravelWorld
Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu has sought active private sector participation in promoting tourism in border areas of the state so that the real benefits of tourism reached the…
South Africa revamps visa processes for Indian travellers, eyes stronger tourism ties, ET TravelWorld
In a significant move to strengthen tourism ties with India, South Africa has announced a streamlined visa process and the launch of a new digital Entry Travel Agreement (ETA) system.…
3rd edition brings the industry together, felicitates winners at gala event, ET TravelWorld
India’s tourism industry is on the verge of achieving new heights, just like the business vertical of Economic Times and ETTravelWorld. The Economic Times Travel and Tourism Conclave and Awards,…