With the start of 2026 and a strong growth trajectory from India in 2025, CzechTourism is accelerating its on-ground efforts across key regional markets, with a focused push into North India. Building on increasing traveller interest and evolving travel patterns, the tourism board is expanding its outreach in emerging Tier II cities to deepen trade partnerships and enhance destination awareness.

Aiming to strengthen regional air connectivity and widening the reach of affordable aviation, the Union Cabinet, under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, approved the launch and implementation of the Regional Connectivity Scheme – Modified UDAN. The scheme will be implemented over a 10-year period from FY 2026–27 to FY 2035–36, with a total outlay of INR 28,840 crore through...

Niral Ramani, Country Head – India, outlines how the company is doubling down on AI-led innovation, integrated platforms and ecosystem partnerships to unlock growth for hotels and accommodation providers in 2026 and beyond, keeping a keen eye on 35% growth ahead.

Guests can experience Mynt, the hotel’s vegetarian all day dining destination serving a selection of global cuisines with regional influences; Swirl, a lobby café offering an assortment of teas, coffees and artisanal treats; Wink, a poolside setting featuring crafted beverages; and Tease, a poolside alfresco space featuring beverages and light bites.

The Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB) rolled out the “Hong Kong Mega 8” campaign. The campaign brings together eight highlighted world class mega events of arts, pop culture and sports, and citywide programmes, inviting visitors from around the world to Hong Kong to experience the vibrant arts scenes in local neighbourhoods and discover Hong Kong’s captivating allure as the “Events Capital of Asia.”

Western Australia is now sharpening its focus on the Indian market, with plans to accelerate growth and deepen engagement in 2026. In an interaction with T3, Anneke Brown, Managing Director of Tourism Western Australia, shares insights on what lies ahead in the pipeline.

Both carriers will continue operating their respective scheduled services to and from Jeddah, with a total of 10 flights between India and Jeddah. Of these, Air India will operate one return service from Delhi and two return services from Mumbai, while Air India Express will operate one flight each from Kozhikode and Mangalore.

The new properties respond to that demand from two different directions. Moustache Hostel Nainital is built around the social, shared side of travel. Moustache Select Nainital, on the other hand, is positioned for a different kind of guest. The property is built around convenience, comfort and for families and group travels.

Maharashtra Tourism, in collaboration with the District Administration, Satara, and the Regional Tourism Directorate, Pune, will organise the ‘Koyna Daulat Dongri Festival 2026.’ The festival will be held in Patan, Satara, from April 2 to April 6, 2026. According to the Shambhuraj Desai, Minister of Tourism, Government of Maharashtra, the festival is expected to give a significant boost to...

South African Tourism announced the appointments of Sithembile Ndaba as Chief Marketing Officer (CMO), effective April 1, 2026, and Ismail Dockrat as Chief Operating Officer (COO), effective May 1, 2026. These appointments further strengthen South African Tourism’s leadership and governance as the organisation continues to market South Africa as a globally competitive and inspiring tourism...