International demand rose 8.5% compared to October 2024. Capacity was up 7.1% year-on-year, and the load factor was 84.6%. Domestic demand increased 3.4% compared to October 2024.

The new Nagpur–Bengaluru service enables access to the vast Air India Express network, offering convenient one-stop connectivity to around 30 domestic and seven international destinations.

Through this tour circuit, the government is keen to present before citizens and tourists the significant locations sanctified by the footsteps of Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar, as well as the inspiring journey of his life.

The milestone reinforces Marriott’s thoughtful growth strategy across the region as it expands beyond gateway cities into emerging destinations

The ceremony followed official Skål protocols including the oath and pinning of office-bearers and founder members, certificate presentations, recognition of tourism contributors, and messages of solidarity from Skål leaders

In a focused conversation with Travel Trends Today (T3), South Africa’s Tourism Minister, Patricia de Lille outlined the roadmap to boost arrivals from India, signalling that visa reforms, direct air connectivity, and deeper penetration into secondary Indian cities will shape the next phase of South Africa’s India strategy.

An AI-powered digital ecosystem set to unify global travel under one platform.

The delegation was led by Ravi Gosain, President – IATO, accompanied by Rajiv Mehra, Immediate Past President, Radhakrishna Sharma, IATO State In-charge – Manipur, and E.B. Blah, IATO State In-charge – Meghalaya.

The USA, France and Canada stand at the top of this year's ranking, followed by Italy, Australia, Spain, Germany, the United Kingdom, Japan and Portugal. Together, these ten destinations outline the evolving emotional and cultural priorities of modern travellers around the world.

The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) is partnering with Content with Purpose (CWP) to produce Pacific Asia: Tourism with Purpose - an inspiring new digital series celebrating how tourism across the Asia Pacific region can drive a more responsible, inclusive, and sustainable future.