Spiritual Travel and Live Events Fuel Hospitality Growth in India
Indian hotel sector continued its upward momentum last year. The main drivers? Spiritualism, weddings, and concerts.
India Reporter for Skift, Bulbul Dhawan has seven years of experience across leading Indian news publications. With a widespread portfolio, she covered several beats before she found comfort in the travel and hospitality sectors when she joined BW Hotelier as the Editorial Lead. An avid singer and reader, she has about as many books in her TBR pile as she has songs on her list that she wishes to record covers of – none of which is going to be completed in this lifetime.
Cox & Kings 2.0: Old-World Service, New-Age Tech
The Cox & Kings brand has re-entered India at a time when competition is intense. Can the brand recall value and loyalty help it thrive?
Airlines on How Pakistan Airspace Closure Will Impact Operations
While much has been said about the strong momentum in India's aviation sector, the sudden closure of Pakistan's airspace throws a wrench in the works. With longer routes pushing up operating costs, airlines are now staring at slimmer margins, all while battling it out in an already cut-throat market.
India Wants 1 Million Cruise Tourists by 2029
Cruise tourism in India has long had a loyal following, but it’s the growing integration with the MICE (meetings, incentives, conferences, and exhibitions) segment that’s giving it an extra push.
India’s Hotel Boom Expands into Untapped Markets
Post-Covid, hotel chains in India were playing catch up with unprecedented surge in demand. That done, the industry is back to anticipatory expansion, but in unexplored regions this time.
India’s Tourism Ministry Already Gets Limited Funding, And Even That Remains Unused
Despite the emphasis that the Indian Prime Minister places on the tourism sector, the underutilization of funds raises some very pertinent questions about the tourism focus for the government.
The Sustainability Challenge for India’s Hotel Industry
Tourism boom comes with its baggage. For hotels, real luxury now means doing it sustainably.
Cricket Fever Takes Over India’s Travel Plans
As experience-driven travel rises, sports fans are boosting domestic tourism by traveling to watch the Indian Premier League live. Hotel and train bookings have spiked, but a growing number of ticketing and travel scams are making many travelers cautious.
From How Indians Travel to What They Shop
Indians hunt for travel deals like pros, but when it comes to shopping, they don't resist. No wonder they're a favorite of destinations chasing tourism bucks!
How Indians Are Planning to Travel This Easter Weekend
For Indian travelers, long weekends aren't about whether to travel anymore, it's about where to go next. The decision to travel is a given.