The 12th edition of the Travel M!CE & Corporate Show will take place on 2–3 August in Chennai. As an exclusive, invite-only B2B platform, it will feature 40 leading corporate buyers engaging in pre-scheduled, one-on-one meetings with handpicked exhibitors. The event fosters high-value networking and business opportunities in a focused, closed-door setting.

Mamaka by Ovolo Kuta Beach Bali invites the Indian outbound travel trade to attend an exclusive webinar today at 3 pm IST to explore unique and exciting opportunities at the property. Register now and get a chance to win exciting prizes. For more information, please contact sumit.tiwari@buzztravelmarketing.com or 7428392662.

Mamaka by Ovolo Kuta Beach Bali invites the Indian outbound travel trade to attend an exclusive webinar on 16 July at 3 pm IST to explore unique and exciting opportunities at the property. Register now and get a chance to win exciting prizes. For more information, please contact sumit.tiwari@buzztravelmarketing.com or 7428392662.

Bintan Resorts, in partnership with Travstarz Global Group, held B2B workshops in Jaipur, Lucknow and Indore recently. Aimed at promoting Bintan among Indian travellers, the sessions showcased luxury resorts, wellness, and connectivity via Singapore. Over 35 key agents per city participated, targeting families, honeymooners, leisure travellers, and MICE groups.

Vishal Suri, Managing Director & CEO, SOTC Travel, said, “We are targeting double-digit growth for FY25-26. Regional India is a key focus area for us. We are not only widening our reach across India but also deepening our presence in existing markets. We are investing in ties, tech integrations, and service enhancements to enhance customer engagement in high-growth markets.”

IndiGo is preparing for a major change in its global operations. The airline will soon stop using two large aircraft it had leased from Turkish Airlines to run flights to Istanbul. But IndiGo has made it clear, it is not backing out of the Istanbul route. Despite the leasing issues, it is not ending its codeshare partnership with Turkish Airlines.

Asego has been appointed as the official travel protection partner for the 6th OTOAI Convention 2025 in Moscow. Offering comprehensive coverage to all delegates, the company ensures peace of mind for travel trade professionals. This collaboration underscores Asego’s commitment to supporting the industry with smart, reliable travel protection as stakeholders gather to shape the future of tourism.

Balitrip Wisata’s elite offering—Balitrip Maharaya Chambers- is now open for bookings. Crafted for soulful indulgence, it redefines luxury with sunset horseback rides, private chefs, elephant bathing, heli-hops to Nusa Penida, yacht escapes to Gili and exclusive pool parties—delivering not opulence alone, but emotion, elegance and experience in every detail.

Skål Delhi has become the world’s largest Skål club. Sanjeev Mehra, President, Skål International India, announced plans to expand from 19 to 36 clubs, covering every Indian state and union territory. With India now ranked second globally in Skål membership, just 15 members behind the USA, the goal is to strengthen tourism industry collaboration.

India’s hospitality sector is likely to remain immune to the impact of artificial intelligence. In its latest projections, the World Travel and Tourism Council (WTTC) said that the Indian travel and tourism sector is expected to employ more than 63.9 million by 2035, up from 46.3 million in 2024. “This is the only industry which may be immune to the impact of AI,” said Julia Simpson, Chief Executive, WTTC.