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IRCTC and Uttarakhand Tourism have collaborated to create the Manaskhand Tour, offering an immersive travel experience into the spiritual and cultural heritage of Uttarakhand, the land of the Gods.

Rohan Vedpathak is the new Director of Sales at Courtyard by Marriott Pune Hinjewadi, effective May 2024. With 13+ years of sales and marketing experience in the hospitality industry, he brings valuable expertise to the position.

IHCL and CG Hospitality have announced a partnership to expand TAL Hotels & Resorts and Taj Safaris Limited, targeting a portfolio of 25 hotels by 2025. The Ekyam platform will focus on adventure and wildlife destinations.

India is collaborating with other nations to regulate travel & tourism in Antarctica. The Antarctic Treaty Consultative Meeting and Committee for Environmental Protection in Kochi from May 20 to May 30 will focus on this crucial issue.

Air India Express is facing flight cancellations due to a protest by some cabin crew members. Air India will operate flights on 20 of its subsidiary's routes to assist affected passengers and regions.

The tourism department of Assam state has introduced a plan to implement a 'tourist police' initiative to ensure the safety of visitors. This decision comes in response to the significant increase in travel & tourism in the state post-Covid last year.

Etihad Airways' 'Abu Dhabi Stopover' program offers complimentary hotel stays to passengers with layovers in Abu Dhabi. This program allows travellers to explore the city and experience its rich culture without any additional costs.

The Indian aviation industry has grown by about 13% in domestic air traffic annually. However, it faces challenges because of a shortage of pilots and aircraft, causing frequent flight cancellations and disruption.

China has announced an extension to its visa-free travel scheme for 11 European countries and Malaysia until December 31, 2025. The visa-free program was introduced in stages at the beginning of 2024 and was initially supposed to last one year.

The Singapore Airlines Group has partnered with Neste to purchase 1,000 tonnes of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) in a historic deal. The fuel will be delivered in two shipments in 2024.