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Learn moreDelhi Airport's Terminal 2 will temporarily close for renovations starting April 15, 2025, with flights shifting to Terminal 1. This closure coincides with the anticipated opening of Noida Airport, potentially influencing the lifespan of T2. Meanwhile, DIAL is working to improve transfers between terminals, including trials for airside baggage transfer to ease passenger experience, especially for international connections.
India's hospitality sector demonstrated remarkable resilience and growth in 2024, maintaining investment levels on par with the previous year with 42,071 new hotel keys, a report showed on Monday.
While traditional source markets like Australia and New Zealand continue to dominate, India has emerged as a top 10 market for Fiji in 2024 with arrivals growing above the national average of 6 per cent year-on-year. “India has shown above-average growth compared to our other key markets. We see tremendous potential, especially as Indian travellers look for destinations that offer culture, nature, and relaxation,” said Fiji Tourism CEO in an interaction with ETTravelWorld.
Pieter Elbers, Chief Executive Officer, IndiGo and Sebastien Bazin, Chairman & Chief Executive Officer, Accor speak of a tie-up which they feel will benefit both companies as well as their customers as India’s travel and hospitality market continues to grow. The two brands will also collaborate for joint marketing initiatives and explore future growth opportunities.
As part of the expansion, sources added that OYO is developing a distinct physical identity for its new premium platform. This includes creating unique visual elements that will be applied across the platform's touchpoints – from new staff uniforms to signages on property facades. The company has substantially grown its company-serviced hotel portfolio to over 1,100 properties.
In an exclusive interaction with ETTravelWorld, Radhey Tawar, Chief Commercial Officer, Cinnamon Hotels & Resorts, shares how the hospitality group is betting big on India — its largest source market — while expanding its footprint in destination weddings, MICE tourism, and sustainable travel. With Sri Lanka setting a target of 2.6 million tourist arrivals in 2025, Cinnamon Hotels is optimistic about maintaining its edge, especially with a projected 20-25% increase in Indian travellers.
While Southeast Asia remains a key growth market for NCL, the cruise line is particularly focused on tapping into India’s fly-cruise segment. “Our focus out of here is fly-cruise. We’re looking to serve the Indian customer who’s ready to vacation in Europe, America, Canada, Hawaii or Australia,” Borg said. He added that the upcoming launches of Norwegian Aqua and Norwegian Luna would open up more itinerary choices for Indian travellers.
Indian travel to Schengen countries rose by 18.95 per cent in Q1 2025, with women travellers driving the growth at 19 per cent. Exclusive data from Policybazaar reveals shifting preferences towards higher travel insurance coverage, especially $250,000+ plans. Germany, France, and Switzerland remain top destinations, while visa fee refund and medical protection emerge as key insurance add-ons amid rising travel risks and rejection concerns.
Arunachal Pradesh has introduced a new tourism policy and brand identity to establish itself as a global travel destination. The policy focuses on sustainable tourism, cultural preservation, skill development, and investment facilitation. With a surge in visitor numbers, the government aims to attract more travellers through strategic initiatives and a refreshed brand image.
Uzbekistan’s tourism sector has undergone a dramatic transformation since 2017, when the country adopted an “open door” visa policy. From just 2.4 million visitors in 2017, arrivals surged to 10.2 million in 2024, with tourism revenue hitting $3.5 billion last year. India, though still a nascent market, saw 82,000 visitors in 2024—a near doubling from 47,000 in 2023.
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