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Learn moreTourism New Zealand, in collaboration with Auckland Airport and Air New Zealand, has committed to a joint seasonal marketing campaign designed to boost travel during New Zealand’s autumn, winter, and spring seasons. This initiative aims to position New Zealand as an attractive year-round destination for Indian tourists, particularly during traditionally quieter travel periods.
Mumbai International Airport Limited (MIAL) has proposed a plan to modernise infrastructure at Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (CSMIA). The proposal includes the introduction of a User Development Fee (UDF) for departing passengers and a reduction in airline landing and parking charges. These changes aim to support infrastructure development while managing the impact on passengers.
The funds collected from this entry fee are aimed at the Tourism Sustainability Development (TSD) Fund. This dedicated fund will be used to enhance tourism infrastructure, improve road connectivity, maintain cleanliness, and develop other facilities to improve the overall experience for visitors. The TSD Fund is also intended to support long-term projects that will help preserve the state's natural and cultural resources for future generations.
This year, Holi falling on a Friday allowed extended weekend travel, leading to a surge in flight searches and bookings for domestic and international destinations. Popular spots included Vrindavan, Mathura, Goa, Dubai, and Phuket. Travel companies noted increased family travel and festival-linked tourism trends, showing significant growth in both domestic and outbound accommodation searches.
Wyndham Hotels & Resorts announced its robust growth in the EMEA region, with 51 new hotels opening and 83 contracts executed in 2024. Expanding in key markets like Turkey, India, and Spain, Wyndham's EMEA presence now includes approximately 680 hotels. The company remains committed to expanding its diverse brand portfolio, particularly in the upscale and midscale segments.
The Federation of Hotel & Restaurant Associations of India (FHRAI) has urged the government to delink the Goods and Services Tax (GST) on Food & Beverage (F&B) services from hotel room tariffs. The association argues that this will benefit the hospitality sector, streamline operations, and improve tax revenue collection. FHRAI has proposed a flexible system for F&B GST, regardless of room rates.
IntrCity SmartBus reveals that Gen Z makes up 40 per cent of solo women travelers, with spiritual destinations like Ayodhya and Prayagraj gaining popularity. Goa remains the top leisure destination for solo female travelers, with over 20,000 women visiting. Women are booking trips 2-5 days in advance, showcasing a shift towards more planned and thoughtful travel experiences. The rise of solo women travelers continues to grow, with a 3 per cent year-on-year increase in bus travel.
To support its long-haul ambitions, IndiGo has entered into a damp lease agreement with Norse Atlantic Airways for Boeing 787-9 aircraft. Manchester will become the only direct link from India to the North of the UK, while Amsterdam will serve as a gateway to the Netherlands and beyond. These destinations will be the latest additions to IndiGo’s rapidly expanding international network, which already spans domestic India and Asia.
India’s outbound travel to Europe has rebounded to 98 per cent of pre-pandemic levels, but rail travel has surged ahead, growing 33 per cent compared to 2019. “The Indian market is growing at 23 per cent year-on-year, far exceeding the average growth rate of the European railway industry, which stands at 5-10 per cent,” said Bender. “This reflects a clear shift in preferences, with Indian travellers increasingly opting for trains over coaches and short-haul flights.”
For 2025, Indonesia’s Ministry of Tourism has set an ambitious target of welcoming 918,480 Indian tourists, building on the 17 per cent growth witnessed in 2024, largely driven by the introduction of direct flights from India. To achieve this, the country is rolling out a comprehensive strategy that includes travel exhibitions, sales missions, collaborations, and exclusive familiarization trips.
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