Madhya Pradesh Plans Dolphin and Vulture Safaris to Expand Wildlife Tourism

October 12, 2026, 4:30 am

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Madhya Pradesh is planning to diversify wildlife tourism beyond tiger safaris by introducing new nature-based experiences. Proposed activities include dolphin sightings along the Chambal River, biodiversity exploration around Gandhi Sagar, vulture conservation activities and full-moon boat rides near vulture breeding grounds. The initiative aims to promote responsible tourism, protect ecosystems and create employment opportunities for local communities through trained guides, homestays and cultural experiences.

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Curly Tales

Noida International Airport Renamed Narendra Modi International Airport

October 12, 2026, 2:30 am

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The Uttar Pradesh Cabinet has approved renaming Noida International Airport in Jewar as Narendra Modi International Airport, Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath announced on October 9, 2026. The airport was inaugurated in March and began commercial operations in June 2026. Expected to become a major aviation hub, it will strengthen air connectivity across Uttar Pradesh and the Delhi-NCR region as infrastructure development around Jewar continues.

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Curly Tales

Delhi Tourism Plans Durga Puja Heritage Walks in CR Park

October 12, 2026, 12:30 am

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Delhi Tourism will organise seven guided heritage walks in Chittaranjan Park (CR Park) from October 11 to 19, 2026, offering visitors insights into Bengali culture and Durga Puja traditions. The walks will cover idol-making, puja rituals, pandals, Bengali markets, local cuisine, music and the neighbourhood’s history. Sessions are scheduled for mornings and evenings on selected dates. Registration costs ₹500 plus GST per person through the Delhi Tourism website.

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Curly Tales

Greece Offers Beaches, Historic Sites and Island Experiences

October 11, 2026, 10:30 pm

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Greece offers travellers a combination of ancient heritage, beaches and coastal experiences. Highlights include Athens’ Acropolis and Parthenon, the pink sands of Elafonissi Beach, and the turquoise waters of Balos Lagoon on Crete. Paleokastritsa Beach attracts visitors with water sports, boat excursions and secluded coves, while Meteora is known for monasteries perched on towering rock formations. These destinations offer options for travellers interested in history, scenic landscapes, beach holidays and outdoor activities.

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The Indian Express

‘Room Rotting’ Emerges as a Travel Trend Among Gen Z

October 11, 2026, 9:30 pm

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A growing number of Gen Z travellers are embracing “room rotting”, a holiday trend centred on resting in hotel rooms instead of following packed sightseeing schedules. The approach involves sleeping longer, ordering room service, reading or enjoying the view without feeling pressured to visit every attraction. Experts cited by The Indian Express distinguish intentional downtime from avoidance that leaves travellers feeling unrefreshed. Leaving unscheduled hours in an itinerary can help travellers balance relaxation with exploration.

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The Indian Express

Five Indian Destinations for Off-Season Travel Deals

October 11, 2026, 8:30 pm

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Travelling outside peak season can help visitors find fewer crowds and potentially lower accommodation costs in several Indian destinations. Goa and Kerala offer greener landscapes during the monsoon, while Coorg attracts visitors with mist-covered plantations and waterfalls. Udaipur’s lakes and surrounding hills also become more scenic after rainfall. Rajasthan’s summer months can bring better hotel availability, although travellers should plan around high temperatures and check seasonal activity closures before booking.

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The Indian Express

Five Indian Festivals Worth Travelling For

October 11, 2026, 7:30 pm

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India’s vibrant festivals offer travellers opportunities to explore regional culture, traditions and local cuisine. Onam in Kerala celebrates harvest season with elaborate feasts, traditional performances and boat races, while Durga Puja in Kolkata features artistic pandals and grand celebrations. Other festivals across the country showcase distinctive music, rituals, crafts and community traditions. Planning trips around these events allows visitors to experience India’s cultural diversity while supporting local tourism, artisans and businesses.

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The Indian Express

Madhya Pradesh Records 57% Growth in Tourist Visits

October 11, 2026, 6:30 pm

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Madhya Pradesh recorded more than 21.05 crore tourist visits in 2025, representing a 57% increase over 2024, according to the state’s tourism department. The state is using Madhya Pradesh Travel Mart 2026 in Bhopal to connect with international and domestic tour operators. The event includes business meetings and tourism investment discussions, with a focus on showcasing the state’s wildlife, heritage, culture and emerging tourism experiences to wider markets.

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Travel Mirror

Tanzania Promotes Safari and Island Holidays to Indian Travellers

October 11, 2026, 5:30 pm

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The Tanzania Tourist Board has organised a familiarisation trip for Indian travel professionals to promote the destination’s diverse tourism experiences. The September 28–October 4 programme covered wildlife safaris in Lake Manyara, Ngorongoro and Serengeti, followed by Zanzibar’s beaches, heritage sites and marine excursions. Business meetings with local tourism suppliers also explored potential partnerships. The initiative aims to strengthen Tanzania’s visibility in India and encourage travel agents to develop combined safari-and-island holiday packages.

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Travel Trade Journal

Pride Hotels Targets 133 Properties Across India by 2033

October 11, 2026, 4:30 pm

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Pride Hotels Group plans to expand to 133 properties by 2033, strengthening its presence in pilgrimage destinations, Tier-II and Tier-III cities, wedding venues and business hubs. The group currently operates 40 hotels with around 3,204 rooms and has 33 confirmed contracts representing 2,367 additional rooms. Its planned IPO is expected to support expansion, hotel renovations and acquisitions, while management contracts will remain central to its asset-light growth strategy.

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Travel Trade Journal

Eurostar Passengers Can Now Book Overnight Train Journeys to Germany

October 11, 2026, 3:30 pm

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Travellers can now book a single ticket combining Eurostar services from London to Brussels with European Sleeper night trains to Germany and other European destinations. The booking platform, developed with ticketing specialist Choo-Choo, connects passengers to cities including Berlin, Hamburg, Dresden, Prague and Milan. Eurostar fares start at £51 one-way, while European Sleeper tickets begin at £42, offering an alternative for cross-border European travel.

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Metro

Radisson Expands Net-Zero Programme to Older Hotels and Event Venues

October 11, 2026, 2:30 pm

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Radisson Hotel Group has added four properties in Stockholm and Copenhagen to its Verified Net Zero Hotels programme, bringing its total to nine. The additions include older hotels and the Stockholm Waterfront Congress Centre, demonstrating how existing properties can reduce operational emissions. The group aims to achieve 100 verified net-zero hotels by 2030. The programme includes renewable energy, energy-efficient operations and independently verified sustainability standards.

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Skift

United Airlines Introduces Three Tiers of Premium Fares

October 11, 2026, 1:30 pm

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United Airlines is introducing three fare options—Base, Standard and Flexible—for its United First domestic and United Business short-haul international cabins. Base offers the lowest price but excludes free seat selection, additional checked baggage and flight-change flexibility. Standard includes these benefits, while Flexible adds full refunds. The rollout is expected to begin in autumn 2026, giving passengers more pricing choices while allowing the airline to generate additional revenue from optional services.

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Skift

Virgin Unveils 186mph Trains to Challenge Eurostar

October 11, 2026, 12:30 pm

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Virgin has unveiled its new high-speed train design for planned services connecting London with Paris, Brussels and Amsterdam from 2030. The company has ordered 12 trains capable of reaching speeds of up to 186 mph (300 km/h), with plans for 20 daily return services. The expansion could add around 7.5 million seats annually, introducing competition on cross-Channel routes and giving travellers another option for journeys between the UK and mainland Europe.

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Daily Mail

Marriott Reaches 300 Properties in Mexico

October 11, 2026, 11:30 am

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Marriott International has reached 300 properties in Mexico with the opening of Courtyard by Marriott Torreón. Its portfolio now includes more than 44,000 rooms across 25 brands, with 76 additional hotels representing over 12,000 rooms in the development pipeline. The company plans to open more than 10 hotels in Mexico before the end of 2026. Expansion into regional business hubs and hotel conversions are supporting its growth strategy.

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Skift

Minor Hotels Expands in Vietnam Beyond Beach Resorts

October 11, 2026, 10:30 am

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Minor Hotels is expanding its Vietnam strategy beyond coastal resorts to target urban business and leisure travellers. The group plans to enter Hanoi with a 310-room Avani+ hotel scheduled to open in 2028, while exploring further opportunities in Ho Chi Minh City. The move reflects rising domestic travel, corporate demand and meetings activity. Vietnam recorded 137 million domestic tourist trips in 2025, around 25% more than the previous year.

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Skift

Tigerair Taiwan Expands Its Network Without Adding Aircraft

October 11, 2026, 9:30 am

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Tigerair Taiwan has launched Tigerhop, a booking platform developed with travel technology company Dohop to offer journeys combining its flights with Singapore-based Scoot. The service initially connects Taipei and Da Nang through Singapore to destinations in Japan, including Akita, Hanamaki and Tottori. Using separate airline bookings and connection support, the model helps Tigerair reach new markets without expanding its fleet or entering traditional interline agreements.

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Skift

Delta Air Lines Develops Its Own Media Network

October 11, 2026, 8:30 am

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Delta Air Lines is building its own media network to expand digital advertising and personalised customer experiences. The airline has hired Keri Paison to lead the initiative and is recruiting for several roles. Its existing Delta Sync platform, which offers in-flight Wi-Fi and entertainment, could provide valuable audience insights for advertisers. The move follows similar initiatives by United Airlines and reflects airlines’ growing interest in advertising as an additional revenue stream.

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Skift

Airbnb Plans to Rebuild Its Luxe Programme for Luxury Homes

October 11, 2026, 6:30 am

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Airbnb is planning to revive its Luxe programme for high-end holiday homes, according to comments by CEO Brian Chesky at a recent host summit. The proposed selection process would assess property location, design, amenities and overall quality, followed by an in-person inspection. The initiative aims to strengthen Airbnb’s position in the luxury accommodation market and attract travellers seeking premium stays. The company has not publicly confirmed the relaunch.

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Skift

Why British Airways Can Afford To Lose 52 Seats on Its Biggest Plane

October 11, 2026, 4:30 am

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British Airways is refurbishing its Airbus A380 fleet, reducing seating capacity from 469 to 417 seats per aircraft. The redesign cuts economy seating by around 30% while expanding premium cabins to attract higher-paying travellers. The upgraded aircraft will feature 106 business-class suites across the entire upper deck, alongside 84 premium-economy seats and refreshed First Class facilities. The strategy aims to maximise revenue from limited Heathrow airport slots.

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Skift

Royal Orchid Expands Beyond Metro Cities into Pilgrimage Destinations

October 11, 2026, 2:30 am

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Royal Orchid Hotels is expanding beyond major Indian metros to tap growing demand in pilgrimage towns, wedding destinations and smaller commercial centres. The group has launched Iconiqa Living, a branded-residence platform with 130 units in North Goa. With over 126 hotels currently operating, Royal Orchid aims to reach approximately 230 hotels by 2030, while expanding its mid-market and lifestyle brands to serve evolving traveller preferences.

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Skift

Alaska Airlines Plans Expansion Beyond the US West Coast

October 11, 2026, 12:30 am

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Alaska Airlines is planning to expand beyond its traditional West Coast network by increasing flights through Portland and San Diego while developing Seattle as an international gateway. The airline aims to serve at least 15 intercontinental destinations from Seattle by 2030, up from seven currently. Its strategy includes premium cabins, additional long-haul routes and stronger loyalty programmes, despite rising fuel costs and capacity constraints at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport.

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Skift

Dubai Luxury Hotels Offer Perks Instead of Cutting Room Rates

October 10, 2026, 10:30 pm

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Dubai’s luxury hotels are offering complimentary upgrades, resort credits and attraction tickets to attract guests while protecting published room rates. Atlantis Dubai is providing UAE residents with added benefits and discounts on qualifying stays amid weaker international demand. In August, luxury hotel occupancy fell to 58.4%, while revenue per available room declined 25.1% year-on-year. Hotels are banking on the return of international airline services to support demand recovery.

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Skift

TransNusa Increases Jakarta–Singapore Flights to Four Daily

October 10, 2026, 9:30 pm

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Indonesian airline TransNusa has increased its Jakarta–Singapore services to four flights daily, adding more options for business and leisure travellers. The fourth service launched on October 7, departing Jakarta at 5:40 PM and arriving in Singapore at 8:20 PM. The return flight leaves Singapore at 9:20 PM. Operated by Airbus A320 aircraft, the expanded schedule offers greater flexibility for passengers travelling between the two Southeast Asian cities.

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Travel Daily News

Hilton to Add 600 Hotel Rooms Near Bengaluru Airport by 2030

October 10, 2026, 8:30 pm

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Hilton and Kalyani Group have signed an agreement to develop two hotels near Bengaluru’s Kempegowda International Airport. Conrad Bengaluru Airport and Hilton Bengaluru Airport will each offer 300 rooms, dining venues, wellness facilities and meeting spaces. Located in KIADB Hi-Tech Defence and Aerospace Park, the properties will feature over 72,000 square feet of event space. Both hotels are expected to open in 2030, serving business and leisure travellers.

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Travel Daily News

Hospitality Japan Conference 2026 Concludes in Tokyo

October 10, 2026, 7:30 pm

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Hospitality Japan Conference 2026 brought together 292 hospitality professionals from 193 companies in Tokyo on October 6–7. The event featured discussions on hotel investment, design, revenue management, technology and commercial partnerships. Across three specialised summits, 92 speakers explored strategies to improve hotel profitability, operational efficiency and guest experiences. The conference also facilitated business meetings between hotel owners, investors, technology providers and industry decision-makers, supporting collaboration across Japan’s hospitality sector.

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Travel Daily News

ASEAN Aviation Market Supports 23.3 Million Jobs

October 10, 2026, 6:30 pm

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ASEAN’s aviation sector supported 23.3 million jobs and contributed US$244 billion to regional GDP in 2025, according to Airports Council International Asia-Pacific & Middle East. The study found that improved air connectivity has strengthened tourism, trade and investment. Fully implementing the ASEAN Single Aviation Market could generate an additional US$4.3 billion in GDP and nearly 450,000 jobs. Airports may require US$341 billion in investment through 2056 to accommodate future growth.

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Travel Daily News

Maharashtra Partners to Strengthen Agri-Tourism Training

October 10, 2026, 5:30 pm

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Maharashtra Tourism Department has signed an MoU with Agri Tourism Development Company to strengthen rural tourism through training and entrepreneurship. The partnership will focus on farmers, women, rural youth and agri-tourism operators. The Baramati Agri and Rural Tourism Training Centre is proposed as a state-level hub for hospitality, food services, digital marketing, safety and sustainable tourism. The initiative aims to diversify farmers’ income and create rural employment opportunities.

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Travel Daily News

MICE Show Asia 2026 to Bring Global Events Industry to Singapore

October 10, 2026, 4:30 pm

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MICE Show Asia 2026 will take place from October 21–23 at Singapore’s Sands Expo & Convention Centre, bringing together international buyers, destinations, hotels and business-event suppliers. Running alongside ITB Asia and Travel Tech Asia, the event will focus on sustainability, artificial intelligence, experiential travel and business-event innovation. Structured B2B meetings will help exhibitors connect with meeting planners and corporate travel professionals to explore partnerships and new commercial opportunities.

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Travel Daily News