Newsletter - 11th August 2023

Daily News Updates / 11th August 2023

Business Travel
Global business travel and events costs are expected to remain elevated through 2024, reflecting the ‘true new cost of travel’ Rising fuel prices, labor shortages, and supply chain challenges, coupled with red hot demand, caused travel prices to skyrocket in 2022 – far surpassing some of the increases o... READ MORE

Trends
The Philippines’ culinary tourism market is estimated to reach US$ 21 billion by 2032 This growth is driven by government initiatives, cultural heritage, social media influence, digitalization, and unique culinary experiences offered throughout the country. The ... READ MORE

Hospitality
Centara Grand named strongest brand in Thailand by Brand Finance Centara Hotels & Resorts, Thailand’s leading hotel operator, announce that its flagship brand, Centara Grand, has been recognised as the strongest brand in Thailand by Bra... READ MORE

Ministry of Tourism
Tourism Malaysia joins in turtle conservation efforts as part of sustainable tourism practises In line with the aspiration to create awareness of turtle conservation and increase the survival rate of turtle hatching, Tourism Malaysia embarked on an exciting journe... READ MORE

Trends
Hospitality jobs skyrocket in India as travel and tourism rebound Top 5 cities leading job postings include Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru, Mohali, and Coimbatore. BENGALURU – The travel and tourism industry in India has rebounded from the pandem... READ MORE

Aviation
Emirates unveils its stylish Bulgari amenity kits for the Autumn/Winter season Emirates is unveiling its new collection of stylish Bulgari amenity kits for the Autumn/Winter season in First and Business Class. The range features new colour pal... READ MORE

Cruise
Thomas Cook India & SOTC Travel launch an extensive range of cruise holidays The Indian travel landscape is witnessing a rapid evolution. Thomas Cook India & SOTC’s India Holiday Report 2023 highlights unique trends – including a 70% surg... READ MORE

Airports
Jaipur Airport soon to start biometric check-in with DigiYatra app Passengers flying domestically from Jaipur airport will not be required to carry the printout of their tickets and boarding pass with the launch of the ‘DigiYatra’ program... READ MORE

Aviation
Air India unveils new livery and brand identity Air India has recently unveiled its new aircraft livery as part of a new brand identity that “captures the essence of a bold new India”. The new livery, designed in partner... READ MORE

People
Alma Resort names Mildred Amon as Director of Marketing Communication Amon is a highly driven communications specialist and strategist with profound experience Mildred Amon, a communications veteran with three decades’ experience in the hospita... READ MORE

Hospitality
EIH Q1 Results: PAT up 61% YoY at Rs 106 cr, consolidated revenue stands at Rs 522 cr The company reported an EBITDA of Rs 180 crore up 53.1 percent YoY. In FY23, the company reported the highest-ever revenue income making it a record year for the hotel chain Ho... READ MORE

Aviation
IndiGo commences operations from Delhi to Tbilis The vibrant capital city of Georgia, Tbilisi marks the 29th international and 107th overall destination in the 6E network. IndiGo has commenced direct tri-weekly flights to Tbi... READ MORE

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