The Island will host the debut of “Stranger Things: The Experience,” loop bringing the immersive world of Hawkins, Indiana, to life in the Middle East for the very first time.

The Cruise & Passenger Economy Forum, convened on the sidelines of India Maritime Week 2025 on October 28, 2025 at the Bombay Exhibition Centre, spotlighted India’s growing prominence in global cruise tourism and its potential to become a leading hub in Asia. The session was organised by Mumbai Port Authority under the aegis of the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways, Government of India..

Hosts Privileged Concierge FAM aimed to redefine how luxury can educate, inspire, and connect.

The new destinations span Thailand, Vietnam, Singapore, and Malaysia.

Malaysia Airlines continues to strengthen its foothold in the Indian market with an extensive network of close to 77 weekly flights connecting Kuala Lumpur to 10 key Indian cities - a number expected to rise to 80 by December 2025.

Dr Poonam Rajput, Executive Director, underscored that in an evolving global landscape, India’s MICE industry stands at a promising juncture. There is growing international recognition of India’s infrastructure, talent, and potential. This enhances ICPB’s continued commitment to excellence, collaboration, and collective resolve to promote & project India as a preferred MICE destination.

Collaborates for its Clarissa Resort Goa property, offering 16 boutique rooms, maintaining an average occupancy rate of 55–60%.

Another MoU with Mahatma Gandhi University is in the final stages, paving the way for specialised programmes in Heritage Interpretation, Museum Management, Art & Community-Oriented Tourism, and Sustainability & Heritage Studies

Aims to reshape how India experiences travel, luxury and community-driven adventure.

The Ministry of Tourism initiated and led the kibbutz’s nomination as part of a broader strategy to promote unique local communities on the global stage.