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Learn moreGrowth in high-margin verticals remained the standout theme of the quarter. Hotel and holiday bookings surged 93.3 per cent year-on-year, rising from 2.2 lakh to 4.2 lakh, translating to an average of 4,600 room nights booked daily. The trains, buses and others segment also grew by 16 per cent year-on-year, with bookings increasing from 2.8 lakh to 3.3 lakh.
India is considering visa-on-arrival for medical tourists from the US and EU to boost medical and wellness travel. Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal also highlighted the implementation of Quality Control Orders to ensure superior products and curb substandard imports. Additionally, he called for the establishment of a credible Indian credit rating agency.
ICRA projects that India’s premium hotel demand will expand faster than new room supply between FY2025 and FY2028, pushing occupancies to 72–74 per cent and Average Room Rates (ARRs) to INR 8,200– INR 8,500 by FY2026. With steady domestic travel, MICE recovery, and new investments, the agency expects the sector’s strong performance to continue amid rising asset-light expansion models.
According to the company, the integration of Sojern’s capabilities will allow travel and hospitality brands to connect marketing, distribution, and revenue decisions through an AI-driven platform that enhances multichannel demand generation, accurate pricing intelligence, and personalised traveller engagement at scale. Sojern, founded in 2007 and headquartered in San Francisco, is a marketing platform purpose-built for the hospitality industry.
Paytm has launched Paytm Checkin, a new travel app powered by artificial intelligence. Users can now plan and book trips by simply chatting with an AI assistant. The app offers personalized itineraries and manages bookings for flights, trains, and buses. Paytm Checkin aims to simplify travel with zero convenience fees and transparent pricing.
Despite the quarterly loss, IndiGo’s liquidity position remains strong with a total cash balance of ₹53,515 crore, including ₹38,517 crore of free cash and ₹14,999 crore of restricted cash. IndiGo expects capacity growth in the high teens for Q3 FY26 compared with the same period last year. The airline continues to focus on yield management, operational reliability and fleet efficiency to align with increasing travel demand through the second half of the fiscal year.
As Victoria strengthens its partnerships with Indian airlines, tour operators, and digital travel platforms, Dimopoulos remains confident that the state can not only meet but exceed its targets. “Victoria’s visitor economy is robust, diverse, and resilient,” he said. “Our focus now is to capture the hearts and minds of Indian travellers — not just for one visit, but for many.”
Egypt has opened the Grand Egyptian Museum, a massive new facility near the Giza Pyramids. This museum showcases over 50,000 artifacts from ancient Egypt. It is expected to attract millions of visitors annually. The government hopes this will significantly boost Egypt's tourism sector and its economy. The museum opens to the public on November 4.
Booking.com’s latest ‘Taste of Home’ study reveals that Indian travellers are embracing food-led holidays more than ever. From exploring local markets to recreating family recipes in scenic kitchens, the report highlights how culinary curiosity, comfort, and cultural connection are reshaping how Indians travel and experience holiday homes.
‘Epiq Collection’ has been conceived as a portfolio of premium hotels and resorts, each with its own character, design, and sense of place, underpinned by the warmth and grace of authentic Indian hospitality. The brand will also facilitate the thoughtful conversion and repositioning of established premium properties into the ITC Hotels network, offering owners and guests access to a trusted, high-performing distribution platform.
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