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Future 'very strong' as India's consumption boosts travel: Tata Sons chief

Tata Sons Chairman N Chandrasekaran on Monday exuded confidence that the future looks "very strong and bright" as growing consumption in India will drive the growth of the travel sector, sharing his outlook at the Tata Group-owned Indian Hotels Company Limited's (IHCL) AGM. Addressing shareholders of IHCL, the country's biggest hospitality player, Chandrasekaran shared that the "intent is to achieve a total global footprint of 700 hotels by 2030 and double the revenues to cross Rs 15,000 crore". The Tata Sons Chairman began his address at the Annual General Meeting (AGM) by paying tributes to those who lost their lives at the Air India plane crash recently, and also expressed a "deep sense of loss" at the passing away of Ratan Tata last October. "To lose a single person we know is a tragedy, but for so many deaths to occur at once is incomprehensible. Our thoughts are with them. I also would like to express a deep sense of loss on the passing away of Ratan Tata in October 2024. "He

Indian hospitality industry protected from AI but needs massive manpower

Hotel chains have partnered with reputed hospitality institutes, participate in campus placement drives but to bridge the talent gap

Millennials, GenZs turn monsoon into travel season with value trips

Monsoon, traditionally considered an off-season for travelling, is witnessing an increased demand from GenZs and Millennials flocking to explore adventure and scenic beauty, leveraging the advantage of low pricing and fewer crowds, according to industry experts. "Being a traditionally low season for travel, Monsoon is the perfect time to embrace the great outdoors and experience travel at discounted rates with special offers from backwaters to wildlife safaris, biking trails, spiritual circuits to Ayurveda retreats," Thomas Cook (India) President and Country Head - Holidays, MICE, Visa, Rajeev Kale said in a statement. Monsoon holidays offer something for every traveller across segments of families, millennials, working professionals, groups of friends, couples and 'frolleagues', he said. According to Thomas Cook (India) data, monsoon holidays are gaining strong interest from young India's GenZ and Millennials, working professionals, couples, multigenerational families, a rising ..

SOTC Travel targets double-digit growth for FY26, to focus on expansion

SOTC Travel is targeting double-digit growth for the current financial year ending March, with a strong focus on expansion across regional India, the company's Managing Director & CEO Vishal Suri said. In an interview to PTI, he shared the company's vision for expansion and travel trends, including a strong rise in pilgrimage tourism with the onset of the Shravan season, particularly for the 12 Jyotirlingas. "We are targeting healthy double-digit growth for FY25-26. Regional India is a key focus area for us. We are not only widening our reach across the country but also deepening our presence in existing markets, based on the need and potential we see," Suri told PTI. He observed that the company's expansion strategy is both broad and focused, enabling it to tap into emerging travel demand across demographics and geographies. "We are committed to strengthening our omnichannel strategy with focused expansion across both digital and physical touchpoints. We're actively investing in .

Padma Shri awarded to travel writer Hugh Gantzer at Mussoorie home

Renowned travel writer Hugh Gantzer was presented the Padma Shri at his residence in Mussoorie on Saturday, officials said. He shares the honour with his late wife and co-author Collen Gantzer. Senior IAS officer Shailesh Baghauli presented the award to the writer at his residence as he could not go to Delhi to receive the honour due to poor health. Active in travel writing since the 1950s, the couple presented India's cultural diversity, historical sites and public life in a unique way. "The Gantzer's Travelogue" column and their travelogues broadcast on Doordarshan introduced readers and viewers across the country to the beauty and depth of India, an official statement said. Hugh's sharp journalistic vision and Colleen's soft expression style together gave a new height to Indian travel literature. Their writings not only inspired people to discover their country but also put the soul of India into words, it said.

Oyo's DanCenter to add 250 premium vacation homes across India in FY26

Oyo's European brand DanCenter currently operates in 9 states and UTs and aims to expand into Telangana and the North-East, focusing on upscale and niche travel segments

Kapur Family Trust to partially sell stake in Travel Food Services

Travel Food Services IPO is a full offer-for-sale issue by Kapur Family Trust with SSP Group raising stake as company eyes APAC, Middle East and highway QSR growth

Why some people get motion sickness and how to prevent it effectively

Expert explains what causes motion sickness, why some people are more prone to it, and what actually works to prevent or manage it across travel modes

Global leisure travel market to reach $15 trillion by 2040: BCG report

The next wave of travellers is increasingly coming from emerging markets like China, India, Saudi Arabia, and Vietnam, outpacing traditional tourism heavyweights like the US, UK, and Germany

Travel industry in turbulence amid worsening West Asia situation

Industry executives said closure of airspaces leading to longer routes and flight times has already led to a 12-15% hike in air fares on some routes

International travel spend by Indians up 25% to $31.7 bn in FY24: Report

Millennials and Gen Zs comprise almost half of travelers going abroad, says survey by insurance company

India's tourism sector to gain from global uncertainty, says WTTC CEO

4th largest, stable economy to get higher share of international tourists

87% of Indians choose eco travel: Here's top sustainable travel spots

As sustainability becomes a priority, Indian travellers are increasingly willing to spend more on eco-friendly options

Indian outbound travel fuels hospitality sector in APAC locations: Colliers

Asia Pacific hospitality investments remain resilient in Q1 2025; India emerges as key growth market

Indians in Tier-II cites bring 'faster growth' for travel industry: Report

Indians' budget for holidays has increased by 20-50% as spending power grows and connectivity improves, it says

#BoycottTurkey trends in India: 5 best alternative countries to visit

After Turkey and Azerbaijan supported Pakistan during recent India-Pakistan conflict, #BoycottTurkey trended India. Indians are now looking for travel alternatives

Summer vacations 2025: Most exciting places in India to travel with kids

Top 7 kid-friendly places in India for Summer Vacation 2025-fun, nature, and learning rolled into unforgettable family trips

Indians likely to hit pause on US travel plans amid visa worries

Tourists hesitant to visit America due to frequent policy changes there

Pahalgam attack: 90% tour bookings for J-K cancelled, say travel agencies

In the aftermath of a terror attack in Pahalgam, several travel agencies in Delhi said on Wednesday that nearly 90 per cent bookings for Jammu and Kashmir have been cancelled by tourists over safety concerns. Around 25 people have asked them to cancel their bookings for the Union Territory, said Gaurav Rathi, owner of Swan Travellers, a company located in Shankar Market, Outer Circle, Connaught Place. He added that most of the tourists had planned to visit Kashmir next month and are now requesting cancellations. The attack took place around 3 pm on Tuesday, when terrorists descended from the mountains in Pahalgam's Baisaran valley and opened fire on tourists. The area, often referred to as "mini Switzerland" for its lush green meadows, is a popular tourist destination. At least 26 people, mostly tourists, were killed in the ghastly attack. Travel agencies in Delhi reported that nearly 90 per cent bookings for Kashmir have been cancelled, while some tourists are negotiating to shif

German teens detained, deported from US over 'suspicious itinerary'

Both the teenagers landed in Honolulu, Hawaii on March 18 where they were reportedly denied entry into the US, despite possessing valid Electronic System for Travel Authorization (ESTA) approvals