GRNconnect, a global B2B travel service provider, announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with ASITA (Association of the Indonesian Tours and Travel Agencies) Indonesia. This strategic partnership marks a significant milestone for both organisations, as GRNconnect will serve as the official technology partner for ASITA’s vast network of members. The MoU was signed by Shivali Khosla, Executive Director, GRNconnect, and Budiardiansjah, Secretary General, DPP ASITA. The event was attended by the Chairman of the DKI Jakarta DPD and several member representatives from DIY Jogja, Bali and other cities, as well as members of the Travel Association from Europe and the USA. Through this collaboration, GRNconnect will provide its innovative and robust travel technology solutions to over 7,000 members of ASITA, enhancing the efficiency of travel businesses across Indonesia. This partnership will facilitate access to GRNconnect’s comprehensive platform, offering hotel bookings, transfers, sightseeing, and other travel-related services. Deepak Narula, Managing Director, GRNconnect said: “We are thrilled to partner with ASITA Indonesia and provide their members with cutting-edge technology solutions. This collaboration will empower local travel agencies with the tools and resources they need to thrive in today’s competitive market. At GRNconnect, we are committed to enhancing travel services worldwide, and our partnership with ASITA is a testament to that vision,” Dr. Nunung Rusmiati, M.Si , President, ASITA added: “Partnering with GRNconnect is a significant step forward for ASITA and its members. By leveraging GRNconnect’s advanced technology solutions, we aim to streamline travel operations for our members, enhance customer service, and strengthen Indonesia’s travel industry as a whole”.

Gautam Chhabra, Director, Sales & Marketing, Jaipur Marriott Hotel and winner of the ‘Best Business Hotel’ award at the India Travel Awards, said, “We are committed to continuing our tradition of excellence and making the stays even more memorable.” He thanked the audience for its support.

Asia Pacific Airlines transported a total of 32.3 mn international passengers in August, representing a 21.7% increase compared to the same month last year. This sustained growth pushed traffic volumes to 96.1% of pre-pandemic levels, according to the Association of Asia Pacific Airlines.

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India’s domestic air passenger traffic is projected to touch 300 mn by 2030 & about $11 bn are being spent to develop airports, said KR Naidu, Civil Aviation Minister, GoI. India is one of the fastest-growing aviation markets in the world, as airlines are expanding their fleets to meet the rising demand.

ITA Airways has received a new prestigious international recognition, achieving fourth place in the “Best Inflight Food” category of USA Today 10Best Readers’ Choice Award 2024. In the ranking that honours the top ten airlines for their inflight dining experience, ITA Airways proudly holds the highest position among European carriers. “We are honoured to receive this prestigious recognition from USA Today 10Best readers. It confirms our dedication to offering our passengers a truly memorable and unique Italian experience every time they fly with us. Our goal is to make passengers feel immersed in Italian culture as soon as they board, starting from our inflight dining,” said Andrea Benassi, General Manager, ITA Airways. “With menus designed by Michelin-starred Italian chefs, ITA Airways brings the rich flavours of Italian cuisine to the skies, offering our customers an authentic taste of Italy on all intercontinental flights,” added Benassi. USA Today 10Best is a US news magazine and website. The USA Today 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards enables readers to vote on a variety of topics, including inflight food. The nominations are editorially curated by a panel of travel experts. Since its inaugural flight on 15 October, 2021, ITA Airways has aimed to be the reference national carrier for Italian mobility, offering quality connectivity at domestic and international level, with a particular focus on the long-haul segment. The Company strives to be an efficient and innovative carrier, representing Italy globally as an ambassador of ‘Made in Italy.’ Passengers flying with ITA Airways feel at home and experience Italy even before landing. 2024 marks a year of significant growth for ITA Airways. During the summer, the Company served 57 destinations, including 16 domestic, 26 international, and …

Pure! Travel Group, a leading DMC for Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, Bolivia, Chile, and Argentina offers tailor-made services, specialising in leisure & incentive travel. Additionally, selected cruise expeditions to Antarctica and top-notch services for the MICE segment. It works exclusively with B2B partners and is delighted to ink an “exclusive marketing partnership and appoints Global India Reps to implement their mandate in India.” Pure! Travel Group was founded by Bram Evers in South America, with shared management, mission, vision, & values focused on social and environmental responsibility, while creating unforgettable experiences with respect for nature, heritage, and local cultures. It has offices at its six destinations with a knowledgeable, highly motivated team looking forward to assisting partners with anything they need in their tours or events. Pure! has become the strategic partner of leading travel agencies from all over the world with efficient communication, transparency, and offering the best tailor-made services. Global India Reps is an expert In-Market representative/marketing platform in India having the collective experience of almost 20 years in representing, launching, promoting, and creating a network for business from the B2B segment in India — with successes in promoting Europe, Asia, Central Asia & Canada in India. Upon signing the agreement, Bram Evers, Managing Director, Pure! Travel Group said: “I am delighted that through our newly appointed, exclusive representative, Global India Reps, we can introduce our programs, and custom services to the Indian market. Outbound travel from India presents a significant opportunity given the huge demand for this region, and we wish to offer and serve the outbound travel market for 2024.” “With their unique experience, strong trade relationships, and proven track record of success launching new international products …

Vaseem Parvez, COO, Fly24hrs, has announced the company’s 4th anniversary sale from 1-31 Oct ’24. It will provide 400 free tickets with up to 100 per cent cashback on flight booking at its B2B website. The company is also planning to open four new branches across India by the end of 2024.

GRNconnect signs MoU with ASITA Indonesia as a technology partner. Through this collaboration, GRNconnect will provide travel technology solutions to over 7,000 members of ASITA and will empower local travel agencies, enhancing the efficiency of travel businesses across Indonesia.

According to a report prepared by FHRAI, KPMG and PHDCCI, India’s sustainable tourism market is projected to grow at CAGR of 19.3 per cent by 2032. Eco-tourism alone is projected to expand by 15.7 per cent from 2019 to 2027, reaching a staggering market size of US$4.55 billion.