LOT Polish Airlines to launch year-round Warsaw–Almaty service in 2026
LOT Polish Airlines expands its operations to Central Asia by adding Almaty in southern Kazakhstan to its global route network. From May 31, 2026, a Boeing 737 MAX 8 of the Polish flag carrier with two service classes on board will fly four times a week (every Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday, and Sunday) from Warsaw Chopin Airport (WAW) to the Kazakh city at the foot of the Transili Alatau Mountains.
“We have to keep pushing & making noises for policy implementation” – Pradeep Shetty, HRAWI
The Indian hotel industry is brimming with potential, driven by rising disposable income, evolving behaviours in consumers, growth in demand-supply balance, rising investments, and more. While demand peaks between October and April, yet challenges like policy gaps, licensing hurdles, shortage of skilled workforce, have often stifled growth, particularly for regional and smaller hotel players.
IndiGo launches daily non-stop flights between Mumbai and Madinah
IndiGo announced its daily, direct flights between Mumbai and Madinah starting November 15, 2025. IndiGo will operate its Airbus A320 aircraft on this route. IndiGo already operates over 150 flights between India and four cities in Saudi Arabia – Jeddah, Riyadh, Dammam and Madinah. This new route will be IndiGo’s second connection to Madinah.
IndiGo finalises order for 30 more Airbus A350- 900 aircraft
IndiGo had placed an initial order of 30 Airbus A350-900 aircraft in April 2024 marking its first widebody purchase. The airline had also retained purchase rights for an additional 70 Airbus A350 Family aircraft for future requirements of which 30 are being exercised now.
Taiwan emerges as a rising star on the Global Culinary Map, attracting Indian tourists
Highlighting Taiwan’s potential as a food-forward tourism destination, Paul Shih, Director – Singapore Office, Taiwan Tourism Administration, said that Taiwan is fast emerging as one of the culinary capitals of the world.
China Eastern Airlines to resume India flights from Nov 09, 2025
Service will operate thrice weekly, utilising A330 wide-body aircraft equipped with both Business Class and Economy Class cabins.
Dubai Safari Park launches Season Seven on Oct 14
This season, the “Guardians of the Wild” education theme takes the spotlight, inspiring families and children through engaging workshops, wildlife talks, and interactive activities that highlight the role everyone plays in protecting biodiversity.
Goa focuses on tech-driven tourist safety and a visitor-first approach
“This is a strong start to the 2025–26 tourism season, and Goa continues to expand its international connectivity and diversify its tourism offerings.” – Rohan A. Khaunte.
Essence of Africa 2025 concludes in Malindi, Kenya
Welcomed 150 vetted African exhibiting companies and 158 international buyers from 39 countries over three days.
Family travel, spiritual journeys and festive getaways take centre stage: Diwali travel trends report
Travellers are choosing destinations like Kerala, Rajasthan, Uttarakhand, Andamans as well as spiritual circuits like Char Dham, Kailash Mansarovar, Ayodhya-Prayagraj and Varanasi.
