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Kenya-based destination management company Private Safaris has marked its 50th anniversary, celebrating five decades of creating tailor-made travel experiences across Africa. Founded in Nairobi in 1976, the company has grown from an operator serving the Swiss market into an established DMC with a presence across East and Southern Africa. Over the years, Private Safaris has expanded its operations across Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda, Rwanda and Southern Africa, developing expertise

RezLive.com has expanded its rail booking portfolio beyond Europe, adding rail services across the Middle East, Asia and North America. The move marks a wider shift in the company’s rail strategy as it looks to provide travel agents and partners with access to rail connectivity across more international destinations. The B2B travel distribution platform’s expanded portfolio includes high-speed trains, intercity services, metro networks and airport rail connections. Among the

TripJack has expanded its international presence with the launch of a new office in Dubai, marking an important step in the Indian B2B travel platform’s plans to enter the wider Middle East market. The company will use the UAE as its regional base as it looks to build stronger partnerships with travel agents, suppliers and other industry stakeholders across the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC). Through its Dubai operations, TripJack plans to provide regional travel businesses w

ITB India 2026 concluded in Mumbai after three days of business meetings, networking and knowledge exchange, bringing together more than 100 exhibiting brands and 600 travel trade buyers from India and international markets. The fourth in-person edition was held at the Jio World Convention Centre from September 1 to 3, connecting the global travel industry with key players and business opportunities across India and South Asia. During the three-day event, more than 4,800 one-

AIRIQ B2B Online has appointed Manpreet Singh as Vice President – Sales (API), bringing more than 26 years of experience across the travel and technology-driven distribution sector. Singh has worked across multiple areas of the travel industry, including travel trade, white-label B2B distribution, online travel businesses, air and hotel solutions, and API integration. His diverse experience spans both traditional travel operations and technology-led distribution, giving him a

Three-city networking programme in Mumbai, Chennai and Hyderabad focuses on trade engagement and increasing visitor arrivals The Department of Tourism, Culture & Media, Government of Ajman, has announced a new incentive programme for Indian travel trade partners as part of its strategy to strengthen the emirate’s presence in the Indian market. The announcement was made during a three-city networking event held across Mumbai, Chennai and Hyderabad, bringing together travel age

Lucknow: Sheeraz Tours and FICCI FLO Lucknow have joined hands to launch Mission Udaan – Empowering Dreams, Building Careers, Transforming the Future, an initiative aimed at connecting classroom learning with practical opportunities in the tourism and hospitality industry. Around 190 students and faculty members from five institutions, including Lucknow University, Amity University and Integral University, participated in the programme. An MoU was also signed, appointing Shee

Grand Hyatt Gurgaon has appointed Chiranjib De as Area Director of Human Resources, bringing more than two decades of experience in hospitality human resources and a long association with Hyatt. He has built his career around talent development, colleague engagement and people-focused workplace practices. His new appointment will see him lead the Human Resources function at Grand Hyatt Gurgaon while also taking on Area HR responsibilities for Hyatt hotels across North India.

New Delhi: Award-winning experiential tourism brands INDIA CITY WALKS™ and INDIA EXPERIENCES® have announced a new international PR and marketing partnership with Aria Arora, with an initial focus on strengthening their presence and travel-trade relationships across European markets. The collaboration will focus on enhancing the brands’ international visibility, positioning and engagement with overseas travel industry stakeholders. As part of the partnership, Aria Arora will

The third edition of Mélange 2026 is entering its final month of preparations, with more than 400 travel brands already confirmed for the two-day travel trade event scheduled for September 26–27 at Jio World Convention Centre, Mumbai. Organised by MTF Events, Mélange 2026 is expected to bring together travel brands, exhibitors and buyers from across India and overseas. The growing participation has strengthened the organisers’ aim of developing Mélange as a national travel tr

Mumbai: The fourth in-person edition of ITB India 2026 opened on September 1 at the Jio World Convention Centre in Mumbai, bringing together travel industry professionals from India, South Asia and international markets for three days of business meetings, networking and knowledge exchange. Running from September 1 to 3, the event is bringing together professionals from the Leisure, MICE, Corporate Travel and Travel Technology sectors. More than 3,000 industry professionals,

The Travel Agents Association of India – Northern Region (TAAI-NR) has elected its new managing committee for the 2026–2028 term at its Annual General Meeting (AGM), held at The Park Hotel, New Delhi, on August 27, 2026. Mr. Neeraj Malhotra has been re-elected as Chairman for a fifth consecutive term, continuing his leadership of the Northern Region chapter. Mr. Anurag Agarwal has also retained his position as Honorary Secretary for a third consecutive term, while Mr. Neeraj

Disney Cruise Line is expanding the itinerary of its Disney Adventure with the addition of Langkawi, Malaysia, as a new port of call from December 31, 2026. The island will be included on select four-night cruises departing from and returning to Singapore, giving passengers the opportunity to combine time onboard with a day exploring one of Malaysia’s popular island destinations. The first Langkawi sailing will depart Singapore on December 31, with the port visit scheduled fo

The Bahrain Tourism & Exhibitions Authority (BTEA) has appointed Intrepid Marketing & Communications as its official trade representation and sales agency in India, in a move aimed at strengthening the Kingdom’s presence in one of its key international source markets. Under the new mandate, Intrepid Marketing will lead Bahrain’s market development, travel trade engagement and strategic partnerships across India. The agency will work closely with travel agents, tour operators,

The HRAR Rajasthan Tourism Connect 2026 concluded successfully in Madhya Pradesh after engaging more than 160 travel agents and tour operators in Indore and Bhopal. Organised by the Hotel & Restaurant Association of Rajasthan (HRAR) in partnership with the Rajasthan Tourism Department, the two-city B2B roadshow aimed to strengthen business ties between Rajasthan’s hospitality sector and the MP travel trade. Hotels, resorts and tourism partners from destinations including Jaip

Caribbean cruise tourism is entering a period of strong growth as leading international cruise companies expand their operations, introduce new ships and increase sailing options across the region. The expansion comes amid growing demand for Caribbean holidays, with travellers showing continued interest in destinations that combine beaches, island experiences, entertainment and cultural attractions. Major cruise brands are responding by increasing capacity and offering more d

The PATA Nepal Chapter has been honoured with the prestigious PATA Award of Excellence 2026, recognising its contribution to the growth and development of travel and tourism across the Pacific Asia region. The award was presented by PATA Headquarters during the PATA Chapter and Student Chapter Awards Ceremony held in Kuching, Malaysia, ahead of PATA Travel Mart 2026. The recognition highlights the chapter’s continued efforts to support Nepal’s tourism sector while contributin

Jordan is emerging as an attractive destination for Indian travellers looking for a holiday that combines relaxation, adventure, history, culture and local experiences. Through its ExplorJordan campaign, the destination is encouraging visitors to discover the country beyond its iconic landmarks and experience its diverse landscapes and communities. Aqaba: A Red Sea Escape Located on the shores of the Red Sea, Aqaba offers a refreshing coastal experience with beaches, warm wat

RezLive.com, in partnership with the Saudi Tourism Authority, hosted an exclusive roadshow for travel trade professionals in New Delhi on August 7, 2026. Held at The Lalit New Delhi, the event brought together travel agents to explore Saudi Arabia’s evolving tourism offerings and business opportunities. The session highlighted the latest visa updates, luxury travel experiences and emerging destinations across the Kingdom, helping agents better understand the market and its po

One Above Global DMC Network has announced a strategic merger with UAE-based Adi Holidays, marking its first expansion into the Gulf region. Effective June 2026, Adi Holidays will operate as the UAE division of One Above Global DMC, with operations based in Dubai under the leadership of travel industry veteran Masroor Ahmad Khan, popularly known as Mak. The move strengthens One Above Global DMC’s presence in one of the most important outbound travel markets for Indian travell