Category Archives: NTO (National Tourist Offices)

Join Switzerland Tourism’s webinar on Zurich today at 3pm

Switzerland Tourism cordially invites the travel trade to attend an exclusive webinar highlighting Zurich today at 3pm. A melting pot of cultures, Zurich provides multiple versatile experiences, and is the ideal hub for exploring Switzerland. Attend all webinars for a chance to win a trip to Switzerland in 2024! Write to jaspreet.kaur@ddppl.com or 9650196532.

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Explore Oman’s natural wonders, join exclusive webinar on September 20 at 11.30 am

Join the Ministry of Heritage and Tourism, Sultanate of Oman, on September 20, 2023, at 11:30 am for an exclusive webinar. Discover Oman’s enchanting blend of beach, hiking, culture, and nature. Dive into their captivating attractions and stand a chance to win a free trip. Contact jaspreet.kaur@ddppl.com, 9650196532 for details. To participate, please register on this link: https://event.webinarjam.com/register/544/rymlob5o

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This year’s Learn SA will have special focus on tier 1 & tier 2 cities of India: Neliswa

Announcing the 9th edition of its travel trade training session ‘Learn South Africa 2023’, Neliswa Nkani, Hub Head – Middle East, India & South-East Asia, South African Tourism, says, “We recognise the immense potential that lies within the Indian market. This year’s Learn SA will have a special focus on tier 1 and tier 2 cities of India.”    

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Possible direct air connectivity between India and Philippines, reveals DOT

Sharing an interesting update about a possible improvement in air connectivity between India and the Philippines, Shahlimar Hofer Tamano, Undersecretary, DOT, said, “The DOT secretary, Esperanza Christina Garcia Frasco, is more focussed on developing routes. Our President has just signed the Airlines Services Agreement between Philippines and India. Both the governments will now discuss better air services between the two countries which will lead to direct flights soon.”

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UAE tourist visa overstay fines reduced to AED 50 a day

Tourists to the UAE who stay beyond the validity of their visa will now pay a reduced fine of Dh50 per day instead of Dh100. The new system unified the amount of overstay fines to Dh50 per day for any type of visa violator. The overstay fine payment can be paid either by visiting happiness centres or online through the authority website and smart application.

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‘Are we beggars’ Naveen Kundu asks Embassies and High Commissions over delayed visas

Voicing his disappointment over delayed visas, Naveen Kundu, MD (India, South East Asia & Middle East), EbixCash Travel Group, says, “It is time we stood up to the outrageous behaviour of Embassies and High Commissions. Are we beggars? Are the corporates who spend millions of dollars in their countries fools to be doing M!CE there?” He urged national travel trade bodies to take immediate action.

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Oman sees increase of 114% in arrivals from India compared to last year until May 2023

Speaking about the importance of India market for Oman, Asma Al Hajry, Deputy DG of Tourism Promotions, Ministry of Heritage and Tourism, Sultanate of Oman, said, “The country recorded a 126% growth in Indian arrivals in April 2023 as compared to the same month last year. With Indian arrivals already surpassing 2,34,000 in the first five months this year, Oman has already seen a 114% growth in arrivals from India compared to last year.”

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India improves its ranks among Australia’s source markets, first to recover to pre-Covid levels

Speaking on the sidelines of Tourism Australia’s 18th Australia Marketplace India (AMI) in Bengaluru, Nishant Kashikar, Country Manager – India & Gulf, Tourism Australia, said, “India has improved its ranks among Australia’s source markets, and reached a milestone of emerging as the first market to recover to pre-Covid levels, with several marketing, public relations, distribution, and partnership initiatives aimed at enhancing Australia’s attractiveness and consideration. Our Key Distribution Partners, Aussie Specialists and Business Event agents have been vital in inviting Indians to Australia. We seek to maintain our current trajectory and unlock India’s potential growth towards the next decade of travel.”

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Australia keen to leverage India potential, AMI 2023 sees participation from 86 sellers

The 18th edition of Australia Marketplace India 2023 held in Bengaluru recently witnessed record participation from both Australian delegates as well as Indian buyers. It saw 86 Australian delegates meet with 94 buyers from 8 cities in India. India has been the fastest recovering market for Australia and ranks as the fourth inbound market in terms of visits, which is 375500 for year ending May 2023. The three-day event saw the highest attendance this year which reiterates the demand for Australia among the Indian travellers.

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