Press Releases

In its innovative and widespread launch that supports Quality & Well-connected Tourism, TAAI has launched TAAI DMC Connect. TAAI offers Destination Management Companies (DMCs) in India and to DMCs of the world an excellent opportunity to remain connected with the Indian Industry to help promote products & services. TAAI in its website revamp, shall offer to offer DMCs, an opportunity …

Food waste during Ramadan highlights AED 4 billion year-round issue in UAE Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 25 March 2025: Leading UAE-based smart and green facilities management (FM) company Farnek, has composted over 290 tonnes of staff food waste over the past four years, at an average of 200kg per day, at its state-of-the-art staff accommodation centre, Farnek Village, in Dubai. …

GI-PKL unveils Championship Trophy in the presence of distinguished dignitaries ahead of April 18 kick off , adds a unique twist to Championship winnerDelhi [India], March 23: The highly anticipated Global Indian Pravasi Kabaddi League (GI-PKL) took a grand step forward with the unveiling of its Championship Trophy in a special ceremony held in Delhi on Sunday. The GI-PKL is …

The Network of Indian MICE Agents (NIMA) marked a significant milestone on 20th March 2025 by signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Russian Union of Travel Industry (RST). This momentous agreement was formalized during the International Conference on Uniting North and South – For Sustainable Development in the Arctic, held at the Vivekananda International Foundation in New Delhi. …

According to the latest Events Economy Tracker from The Business of Events, UK meeting venues finished 2024 strongly despite a slowdown in event bookings and revenues per delegate. The Q4 2024 report, which uses data provided by Venue Performance from a sample of 350 venues across the UK, found that revenues per delegate, which includes venue hire charges, F&B and …

TAAI had celebrated the International Women’s Day by presenting the TAAI WoW Awards – 2025 (Women of Wonder). When women rise, humanity thrives, which is what drove TAAI to present these WoW Awards. This is our “Milestone Event” on our journey to “The 75 Years of TAAI. During the week of the International Women’s day, TAAI honoured 75 most outstanding …

Heartiest congratulations on your outstanding tenure as President of IATO. Your leadership has been truly commendable, and your vision has significantly contributed to the industry’s growth. Your speech at Hotel Jaypee Siddharth, New Delhi, on March 19, 2025, was both inspiring and insightful, reflecting the depth of your dedication and commitment. It was an honor to attend as Media Partners …

Recent figures suggest the luxury tourism industry will reach USD391 billion by 2028 The Asia-Pacific region is a leading source market for GCC tourism, with ATM showcasing a 27% increase in exhibitors from Asia this year The international trade show will feature top luxury hospitality brands, including Mandarin Oriental, One&Only and Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts  Dubai, United Arab Emirates, …

A delegation from the Andaman Association of Tour Operators (AATO), led by Shri M. Vinod (President, AATO) along with Shri K. Hamza, Shri Vivek, Shri Sajid, and Shri Saikat Biswas, met Hon’ble Lieutenant Governor Admiral D.K. Joshi (Retd.) to discuss key concerns impacting the tourism industry in the Andaman & Nicobar Islands. The delegation emphasized the need for a comprehensive …

When women rise, humanity thrives, is what drove TAAI to present WoW Awards (Women of Wonder). Women Leadership, particularly in Travel & Tourism Industry, is a boon to evolve innovatively and express ourselves with confidence, to reach out to those seeking us. Emulating, the great thought, The future is equal, and the time is now, TAAI embarked on its journey …

• In partnership with Intelak, the ATM Start-Up Pitch Battle invites start-ups to submit their industry-disrupting ideas • The live competition will take place on ATM’s Future Stage on 1 May • Start-ups must submit their entries by the final deadline of 21 March Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 12 March 2025: Providing a platform for the regional entrepreneurs who will …

New Delhi, 7 March 2025: As Australia and India continue to strengthen their trade ties under the Australia-India Economic Cooperation and Trade Agreement (AI-ECTA), the demand for premium Australian agrifood products in India is rapidly increasing. The Australian Trade and Investment Commission (Austrade) in partnership with the state governments of Queensland and New South Wales is bringing together 11 Australian …

The 40th IATO Annual Convention is going to take place from 22nd to 25th August 2025 in Puri, Odisha. Odisha is the host state of the convention and besides the host state we expect Ministry of Tourism and Government of India and 15-18 states presence in the convention, informed Mr. Rajiv Mehra, President – Indian Association of Tour Operators (IATO).Swosti …

Arabian Travel Market 2025 to host expanded global participation as international tourism reaches 1.4 billion arrivals  Arabian Travel Market (ATM) has announced an increase in participation across the show, with Asia leading the international regions with an increase of 27% India’s participation has surged by 41% this year, reflecting the growth of the country’s tourism market ATM 2025 will host …