India continues to climb the ranks as one of Australia’s most promising source markets, reaching almost 450,000 visitor mark for the year-ended April 2024. This reflects a 9.4% increase in arrivals compared to the previous year, firmly positioning India as Tourism Australia’s fifth-largest inbound market.

“The first half of the year has been quite positive,” Nair shared. “Despite a little dip due to global challenges, we made a quick recovery in the first three months. With fingers crossed, we are targeting double-digit growth, over 20% this year, after 18% last year. Compared to pre-Covid levels, we are growing more than 30%.

The comprehensive year-long campaign will showcase Singapore's multifaceted appeal, offering visitors fresh ways to experience both its lesser-known and iconic spots. The initiative combines travel deals, engaging co-branded content, strategic influencer partnerships, and creative formats to enhance the pre-travel experience.

Armed with a bold new whitepaper and a renewed focus on emerging markets like India, African Travel and Tourism Association’s CEO Kgomotso Ramothea is positive about redefining continent’s tourism playbook—one rooted in niche experiences, grassroots impact, and purpose. Her mission? To shift global narratives and spotlight Africa’s vast, untapped potential beyond the usual circuit.

Global Destinations will lead efforts to position Akoya Hotel & Spa as a top choice for Indian luxury travellers, honeymooners, families, and bespoke MICE groups. The property features 104 rooms and suites, each offering private balconies or terraces with views of the ocean or lush tropical gardens.

Ras Al Khaimah Tourism Development Authority (RAKTDA) concluded a four-city roadshow across India, strengthening its presence in one of its most important source markets. Held from July 21 to July 25, the roadshow covered New Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, and Hyderabad, targeting key Indian cities driving outbound travel for leisure, weddings, and MICE segments.

After the clashes last week, the Indian Embassy in Thailand had issued a travel advisory for Indian nationals, urging them to exercise caution and avoid traveling to seven provinces in Thailand due to ongoing situation at the border.

Notably, Taiwan boasts over 70 world-class Golf Courses packed within its small geography. For promotions, TTA is taking doing the marketing outreach via trade road shows and potential partnerships with travel agencies and stakeholders from the region.

In conversation with CEO of Zambia Tourism Agency (ZTA), Matongo Matamwandi.

Asian nations continue to lead the global mobility race. The UK and US have each dropped a place in the global passport rankings since January, continuing a long-term downward trend.