Jamaica launches new campaign featuring Usain Bolt
The Jamaica Tourist Board (JTB) has launched its new advertising campaign featuring Usain Bolt, who was recently appointed Jamaica’s Global Tourism Ambassador. In celebration of Jamaica’s Independence Day, the campaign debuted with a 30-second video spot that is now airing across digital platforms. In the spot, the sp
TAAI returns to Abu Dhabi for convention after 9 years with ‘Business with Goodness’ theme
The three-day programme would open with a grand inaugural function at the Emirates Palace. Delegates will stay at the Grand Hyatt Abu Dhabi, the convention’s headquarters. Notably, the convention aligns with DCT Abu Dhabi's Tourism Strategy 2030, which aims to welcome 39.3 million visitors annually by the end of the decade.
Chalet Hotels unveils talent development program - ‘Lakshya’
It aims to attract and groom high-potential talent, offering a rigorous, multi-stage development experience that combines cross-functional learning, leadership exposure, and operational training across Chalet’s premium hotel and corporate portfolio.
Nattachit Oonsiam appointed Director of TAT Mumbai Office
As Director of the Mumbai Office, Oonsiam will oversee Thailand’s tourism promotion in Western and Southern India, including key markets such as Maharashtra, Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh, Karnataka and Tamil Nadu. His focus will include destination diversification, digital outreach, and building visibility for niche tourism segments such as luxury, wellness, weddings, culinary, and family travel.
Radisson launches ‘India Getaway’ campaign
Insights at Radisson Hotel Group reveal that a growing number of Indian business travellers now extend their work trips for leisure, while tier-II and tier-III markets continue to drive domestic travel demand. Recognising these shifts, the Group is tapping into regional momentum through curated seasonal campaign tailored to emerging preferences.
ROHL expands in Bhopal with 70-key Regenta hotel
The strategic expansion said to align with the brand’s strategy of expanding in the less discovered and growing regions of India to boost tourism and hospitality in these smaller undiscovered destinations. Developed in association with Regenta Hotel Bhopal Airport, the 70-key resort will be operated under a management agreement, reflecting ROHL’s asset-light model.
Costa Navarino appoints Intrepid Marketing & Communications as India representative
This strategic collaboration is said to mark Costa Navarino’s first dedicated representation in India, reflecting the destination’s commitment to engaging meaningfully with the Indian travel trade and media.
Air India begins widebody retrofits, speeds up narrowbody upgrades
Air India has commenced the widebody retrofit programme for its B787-8 aircraft, with the first of 26 aircraft (VT-ANT) having flown to a Boeing facility in Victorville, California (United States) in July 2025. A second aircraft is scheduled to depart for the same facility in October 2025, with both expected to return to service in December 2025.
Tourism sector contributed over INR 15 lakh cr to India’s GDP in 2023–24; 5% to economy: MoT
This information including other initiatives by the Ministry of Tourism were shared by the Union Minister for Tourism and Culture, Gajendra Singh Shekhawat during a recent Rajya Sabha session.
Dream Cruises' 5-Night Bali cruise to sail from Singapore, Nov 30
Dream Cruises’ 5 Night voyage to the shores of South and North Bali, kicks off this November, during Singapore school holidays and festive season. Departing from Singapore aboard Genting Dream on 30 November 2025, this tropical escape will take to the vibrant ports of Denpasar and Celukan Bawang.
