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𝗙𝗔𝗜𝗧𝗛 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗰𝗹𝗮𝘃𝗲 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗿𝘁𝘀 𝗣𝗮𝘁𝗵 𝘁𝗼 $𝟯 𝗧𝗿𝗶𝗹𝗹𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗧𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗶𝘀𝗺 𝗚𝗿𝗼𝘄𝘁𝗵. The #FederationofAssociationsinTourismandHospitality (FAITH), India’s apex tourism policy and strategy think tank, began its much-anticipated national tourism conclave at the #TajPalaceNewDelhi, on August 12–13. This year’s edition carried the inspiring theme “Indian Tourism: Invincible Spirit!”, underscoring the sector’s resilience and boundless potential. Over two days, industry leaders, policymakers, and senior government officials came together to advance FAITH’s shared Tourism Vision 2047, an ambitious blueprint to transform India into a $3 trillion tourism economy, powered by 100 million foreign arrivals, 20 billion domestic visits, and 200 million tourism jobs by the centenary of India’s independence. The plan aims to double tourism’s contribution to the national GDP to 10%, aligning squarely with the government’s Viksit Bharat vision of a $30 trillion economy. Union Minister of Culture and Tourism, Gajendra Singh Shekhawat, said, "India’s tourism sector is advancing rapidly and holds immense untapped potential in the global tourism landscape." Read more: https://lnkd.in/gnnfhrsu Suman Billa IAS KB Kachru Puneet Chhatwal Ajeet Bajaj #Kanwarjit_Singh_Sawhney #Rajiv_Mehra Ajay Prakash Sunil Kumar R Aashish Gupta Ravi Gosain Anil Kalsi Incredible India, Ministry of Tourism, India FAITH Tourism Travel Agents Association Of India (TAAI) TAFI CHAPTER Indian Association of Tour Operators Adventure Tour Operators Association Of India Hotel Association of India The Indian Hotels Company Limited (IHCL) Radisson Hotel Group #news #roadmap #growth #tourismindustry #hospitalityindustry

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IATO Indian Association of Tour Operators calls on Government to strengthen India’s international tourism promotion The Indian Association of Tour Operators (IATO) has called upon the Government of India to urgently adopt a comprehensive strategy to boost international tourism promotion. Highlighting the sector’s significant potential to drive economic growth and employment, IATO demands focused, coordinated, and well-funded efforts to position India as a top global travel destination. Ravi Gosain Sunil Mishra Rajnish Kaistha Dr. Manoj Matta Read more: https://lnkd.in/g6_8H7RQ #IATO #RaviGosain #IncredibleIndia #Indiatourism

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IndiGo CEO Pieter Elbers has raised concerns over India’s comparatively low foreign tourist arrivals, citing bureaucratic hurdles and limited travel infrastructure as key reasons. Speaking at a national tourism conclave organized by FAITH, Elbers noted that while 70 countries can enter China and 90 can enter Thailand without a visa, India allows only Bhutan, Nepal, and the Maldives visa-free access. Despite India’s rich offerings — including 44 UNESCO heritage sites, mountains, backwaters, and cultural festivals — the country attracted just 9.95 million foreign tourists in 2024, far behind Thailand’s 35.5 million and below India’s pre-pandemic 2019 peak. Elbers highlighted the cumbersome visa process, citing issues with online payments, document requirements, and hotel formalities. #indianToursim #taxFree #Income #travelIndustry #startupUpdates #startupro

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𝗦𝗼𝘂𝘁𝗵 𝗔𝗳𝗿𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗻 𝗧𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗶𝘀𝗺 𝗜𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗮 𝗥𝗼𝗮𝗱𝘀𝗵𝗼𝘄 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱 Wesgro joined SAT’s India Roadshow with a focus on growing tourism arrivals from this important market.  Wesgro’s engagement with leading India-based tour operators during the roadshow, particularly within the Trusted Tour Operators (TTO) Scheme, strengthened partnerships for seamless travel experiences. These engagements also showcased strong Indian interest in adventure, culture, and cuisine, presenting growth opportunities for the Western Cape and South Africa. To increase the number of visitors from India, Wesgro will focus on: ✅ Deepening partnerships with TTO Scheme operators  ✅ Developing targeted campaigns that align with Indian travellers’ preferences ✅ Enhancing product offerings to cater to the growing demand for immersive experiences ✅ Establishing direct air connectivity to make travel easier  #DiscoverWesternCape #SATIndiaRoadshow #TourismGrowth #SATIndia #TourismGrowth #WeDoTourism Wrenelle Stander Dr Ivan Meyer James Vos Mayoral Committee Member for Economic Growth Monika Iuel Julia Louw Lizel Trimm Lumkile Tisana Subhash Motwani Siddharth Jain Krunal Ashar South African Tourism

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𝗛𝗜𝗟𝗧𝗢𝗡 𝗘𝗫𝗣𝗔𝗡𝗗𝗦 𝗜𝗡 𝗕𝗘𝗡𝗚𝗔𝗟 𝗪𝗜𝗧𝗛 𝗗𝗢𝗨𝗕𝗟𝗘𝗧𝗥𝗘𝗘 𝗜𝗡 𝗦𝗜𝗟𝗜𝗚𝗨𝗥𝗜! Hilton is making a strategic entry into Eastern India with the upcoming DoubleTree by Hilton Siliguri -Sevoke Road, reinforcing the city's position as a key tourism and business hub. Situated at the crossroads of international borders of Nepal, Bhutan, and Bangladesh and serving as the 'Gateway to Northeast India,' this development reflects the growing demand for upscale accommodations in the region. Hilton’s move signals strong confidence in the economic and tourism potential of West Bengal and Northeast India, bringing world-class hospitality to this emerging market. #Hilton #DoubleTree #Siliguri #EastIndia #Hospitality #Growth #StrategicLocation

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Goa partners with OYO to add 500+ hotels in a year Rohan A. Khaunte launches OYO’s Accelerator Program to help small and first-generation hoteliers expand their business. More than 300 properties are expected to be onboarded under this program in north, central and south Goa. https://lnkd.in/gj-vwn6s #GOA #Partners #OYO #hotels #launches #Accelerator #Program #generation #hoteliers #business #properties #North #central #SouthGoa #travel #traveling #traveladvisor #travelindustry #travelagent TraveLICE TraveLICE Customercare

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Ravi Gosain, President, IATO, said the recent US travel advisory is unlikely to impact inbound tourism significantly. "The advisory covers areas not on regular tourist itineraries. Most American tourists visit Rajasthan, Delhi, Kerala, Tamil Nadu, and Karnataka—not Jammu & Kashmir, Manipur, Chhattisgarh or Jharkhand," he explained. Gosain added that "J&K has always been under the 'Do Not Travel' category, so it's not new." On Northeast India, he said, "Tourists usually stick to capital cities like Guwahati or those in Nagaland and Meghalaya, which are exempted." He emphasised that organised leisure travel from the US remains unaffected by the advisory. IATO Indian Association of Tour Operators

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