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Asia’s cruise-first OTA Int2Cruises officially launched in India

Int2Cruises, Asia’s first cruise-focused OTA, has launched in India with a digital-first platform offering live inventory, personalised cruise planning, and full-service travel support. As Indian interest in cruise vacations rises, the platform aims to make planning more seamless by integrating bookings across global cruise lines with AI-driven recommendations and expert assistance. from Travel News | Latest Travel Sector Updates: ET TravelWorld : ETTravelWorld.com https://ift.tt/PWCSf2h via IFTTT

Karma Lakelands launches Summer Karnival golf series with lifestyle flair

Karma Lakelands has kicked off the Karma Summer Karnival 2025, a six-part golf series blending sport with lifestyle experiences like sundowners, whiskey tastings, and curated cuisine. The inaugural 9-hole tournament drew 60 golfers and over 100 guests. Backed by Laphroaig, the series celebrates sport, community, and eco-conscious hospitality, with five more events scheduled through September. from Travel News | Latest Travel Sector Updates: ET TravelWorld : ETTravelWorld.com https://ift.tt/apXhNEH via IFTTT

Gujarat launches first-ever Dharoi Adventure Fest in Mehsana

Gujarat's Dharoi Dam hosted its inaugural Adventure Fest, launched by Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel, aiming to establish the location as a key adventure tourism destination. Organized by the Gujarat Tourism Department and ATOAI, the fest offers diverse land, water, and aerial activities, alongside cultural performances and accommodation options ranging from luxury tents to dormitories. from Travel News | Latest Travel Sector Updates: ET TravelWorld : ETTravelWorld.com https://ift.tt/dohw3lm via IFTTT

White Desert to launch multi-country trek across Peru and Chile

White Desert, the Antarctic luxury travel company, is set to launch its first non-polar journeys under ‘The Dr. Jones Collection’ in September 2025. The new Peru-to-Patagonia itinerary blends remote landscapes, cultural heritage, and cinematic travel experiences across South America, with stops ranging from Amazonian sarcophagi hikes to Chilean stargazing and Patagonian horseback expeditions. from Travel News | Latest Travel Sector Updates: ET TravelWorld : ETTravelWorld.com https://ift.tt/G58hHdN via IFTTT

India to defer world's longest river cruise via Bangladesh amid political unrest

India has postponed the Varanasi-Dibrugarh river cruise, which passes through Dhaka, due to political instability in Bangladesh following the ouster of the Sheikh Hasina government. Adverse travel advisories have reduced foreign tourist interest, the primary target for the 3,200-kilometer, 50-day cruise. While passenger services are halted, cargo movement on the Indo-Bangladesh Protocol route continues, though at reduced volumes. from Travel News | Latest Travel Sector Updates: ET TravelWorld : ETTravelWorld.com https://ift.tt/FuEWLPz via IFTTT

New Japan theme park aims to tap tourism boom, become springboard to Asian markets

Junglia, a nature adventure park, will open in Okinawa. The park aims to benefit from Japan's increasing tourism. Tsuyoshi Morioka, the CEO of Katana, is behind this project. He plans to expand to other Asian markets if Junglia succeeds. The park features attractions like a Dinosaur Safari. Morioka believes demand for theme parks will continue to grow. from Travel News | Latest Travel Sector Updates: ET TravelWorld : ETTravelWorld.com https://ift.tt/4lREr3P via IFTTT

Shangri-La Group launches new campaign featuring curated stays inspired by self discovery

Shangri-La Group has introduced 'Eat Play Love', a curated collection of travel experiences designed to inspire self-discovery, connection, and joy. Available across its MEIIA region, the campaign features culinary journeys, cultural adventures, and wellness escapes, inviting solo travellers, families, and couples to explore destinations with a fresh perspective. from Travel News | Latest Travel Sector Updates: ET TravelWorld : ETTravelWorld.com https://ift.tt/5kcZLAG via IFTTT

Norwegian Cruise Line unveils revitalised ships and new itineraries for summer 2025

Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL) has launched its summer 2025 season, offering travellers a range of bucket-list itineraries to Alaska, Europe, and the Caribbean. The company has revealed images of its newly revitalised ships, Norwegian Breakaway and Norwegian Bliss, and highlighted the introduction of the all-new Norwegian Aqua. NCL’s "More At Sea" package provides enhanced value for guests with over 75% in savings. from Travel News | Latest Travel Sector Updates: ET TravelWorld : ETTravelWorld.com https://ift.tt/rPvR246 via IFTTT

OYO adds 3,500 corporate clients in FY25, reports 20% growth

OYO added over 3,500 new corporate clients in FY25, achieving a 20 per cent year-on-year growth in its corporate portfolio. Top new clients included SBI Life, Cult Fit, and Sun TV Direct. Mumbai led with 700 new clients, followed by Hyderabad (400) and Pune (350). The growth was driven by Oravel Travel Solutions, OYO’s dedicated corporate travel vertical launched in October last year. from Travel News | Latest Travel Sector Updates: ET TravelWorld : ETTravelWorld.com https://ift.tt/gpd0VtY via IFTTT

Zaggle partners with Mesh Payments to enhance global spend management

Zaggle, India’s leading spend management platform, has partnered with Mesh Payments, a provider of AI-driven travel and expense solutions, to streamline global spend management for businesses. The collaboration enables seamless expense management for Indian firms abroad and supports Mesh’s clients in India. This partnership aims to enhance cross-border financial operations through integrated corporate card capabilities and advanced spend solutions. from Travel News | Latest Travel Sector Updates: ET TravelWorld : ETTravelWorld.com https://ift.tt/ox7dlSp via IFTTT

Cordelia Cruises introduces weekend and extended cruises from Chennai this summer

Cordelia Cruises is debuting a fresh slate of sailings from Chennai this summer, featuring groundbreaking 10-night Southeast Asia cruises between Chennai and Singapore alongside shorter domestic routes. The expanded lineup offers Indian travellers varied options from weekend cruises to longer journeys across multiple countries, supported by a broad range of onboard amenities designed for families and new cruisers. from Travel News | Latest Travel Sector Updates: ET TravelWorld : ETTravelWorld.com https://ift.tt/6JEiLZj via IFTTT

Ram Charan’s wax figure unveiled at Madame Tussauds Singapore

Madame Tussauds Singapore has unveiled a unique wax figure of Indian film superstar Ram Charan, featuring his beloved pet dog, Rhyme, in a world-first dual figure display. Unveiled in London, the figure will be permanently displayed in Singapore from 20 May 2025. The unveiling celebrates Ram Charan’s global impact, including his landmark achievement with "Naatu Naatu" at the Oscars. from Travel News | Latest Travel Sector Updates: ET TravelWorld : ETTravelWorld.com https://ift.tt/H3OURAq via IFTTT

MP's new film tourism & AVGC-XR policies are more attractive & industry-friendly: Sheo Shekhar Shukla

On the occasion,​​ Sheo Shekhar Shukla, Principal Secretary, Tourism & Culture, and Managing Director, Madhya Pradesh Tourism Board, stated: “Madhya Pradesh is now a truly 'ease-of-shooting' destination. With up to ₹2 crore in financial incentives, fast-track single-window clearances, and local collaboration opportunities, we are set to redefine India’s filming landscape.” from Travel News | Latest Travel Sector Updates: ET TravelWorld : ETTravelWorld.com https://ift.tt/FZ8dfmc via IFTTT

Ras Al Khaimah and Fujairah to launch UAE’s first cross-emirate adventure trail

Ras Al Khaimah Tourism Development Authority and Fujairah Adventures have signed an MoU to create the UAE’s first cross-emirate adventure trail, linking mountain, coastal, and desert experiences. The collaboration, formalised at the Fujairah International Conference on Adventure Tourism, signals a new chapter in sustainable, integrated adventure tourism across the Northern Emirates. from Travel News | Latest Travel Sector Updates: ET TravelWorld : ETTravelWorld.com https://ift.tt/T6BkvdA via IFTTT

India’s MICE industry sees 40% post-pandemic growth, aims global role

India is poised to become the world's MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions) capital, said Union Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat at the 14th IEIA Open Seminar in New Delhi. With over 700 key stakeholders in attendance, the event spotlighted the country’s expanding infrastructure, rising global interest post-G20, and the exhibition sector’s contribution of ₹50,000 crore to the economy. from Travel News | Latest Travel Sector Updates: ET TravelWorld : ETTravelWorld.com https://ift.tt/8jMySJi via IFTTT