Articles tagged “payments”

Tourism

Maldives’ Latest Move to Attract Indian Tourists: Easier Payments

Maldives' decision to introduce RuPay cards in the country in partnership with India may or may not lead to an uptick in Indian tourists. But it could boost its tourism earnings.

Bulbul Dhawan | 1 month ago

Maldives’ Latest Move to Attract Indian Tourists: Easier Payments

Tourism

India Gets Another Travel Credit Card – India Report

The new travel credit card by MakeMyTrip and ICICI Bank taps into the growing credit cards segment in India. However, its success will depend on its ability to distinguish itself in a rapidly growing market.

Bulbul Dhawan | 1 month ago

India Gets Another Travel Credit Card – India Report
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Travel Technology

Skift Global Forum Video: Shaping Travel’s Next Era Through Deeper Partnerships

In this video from Skift Global Forum 2024, Ling Hai of Mastercard discusses the future of travel, emphasizing the importance of adapting to changing consumer behaviors, the role of technology in shaping the industry, and the critical need for cybersecurity.

Mastercard + Skift | 2 months ago

Skift Global Forum Video: Shaping Travel’s Next Era Through Deeper Partnerships

Online Travel

EaseMyTrip Launches Co-Branded Travel Debit Card: Will Travelers Swipe It?

EaseMyTrip's new travel debit card with Bank of Baroda checks all the boxes, but just on paper.

Bulbul Dhawan | 2 months ago

EaseMyTrip Launches Co-Branded Travel Debit Card: Will Travelers Swipe It?

Tourism

Which Generation Is Spending Most on Travel? – India Report

Younger generations form the biggest traveler base in India, and are key to the country's growth as a source market. Millennials' willingness to spend more on travel is a positive sign for their tourism economies of their destinations.

Bulbul Dhawan | 2 months ago

Which Generation Is Spending Most on Travel? – India Report

Airlines

GMR Ups Stake in Delhi Airport Amid Growth in Aviation Sector – India Report

GMR group's decision to increase its stake in the Delhi International Airport comes at a time when airport operators' revenue growth could top 15% this year.

Bulbul Dhawan | 2 months ago

GMR Ups Stake in Delhi Airport Amid Growth in Aviation Sector – India Report

Tourism

India’s Move to Make Payments Easier for International Visitors – India Report

International visitor spending in India in 2023 was 14% below pre-pandemic levels. UPI One World wallet eliminates the need for international travelers to carry currency, and could boost tourism spending in India.

Bulbul Dhawan | 4 months ago

India’s Move to Make Payments Easier for International Visitors – India Report

Startups

Vacation Rentals and Luxury Trips: Travel Startups Raise $106 Million

Niche vacation rental platforms are still raising money, just not quite as often as during pandemic times.

Justin Dawes | 4 months ago

Vacation Rentals and Luxury Trips: Travel Startups Raise $106 Million

Tourism

Goa Invites Public Suggestions for New Tourism Bill – India Report

Goa is working to position itself as more than just a tourism destination known for its beaches and nightlife. As it seeks to welcome more visitors, the state is taking measures to ensure that the negative impacts of tourism are mitigated - both on the environment and its people.

Bulbul Dhawan | 4 months ago

Goa Invites Public Suggestions for New Tourism Bill – India Report

Travel Technology

Amadeus Acquires Voxel for $123 Million to Expand Payments Business

Amadeus acquired another company earlier this year to expand its biometrics business. Now it's taken the same strategy to expand its payments business.

Justin Dawes | 8 months ago

Amadeus Acquires Voxel for $123 Million to Expand Payments Business