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Singapore Showcases Tech-Driven Tourism Vision at TRAVEX ATF 2026 Media Briefing

Singapore Showcases Tech-Driven Tourism Vision at TRAVEX ATF 2026 Media Briefing

At the TRAVEX ATF 2026 media briefing, Singapore outlined a forward-looking tourism strategy that places technological innovation at the heart of visitor experiences, while continuing to strengthen its position as one of Asia’s most dynamic urban destinations. The city-state highlighted how smart infrastructure, digital integration, and sustainable design are being leveraged to enhance tourism value and […]

Indonesia Highlights Tourism Growth and “Bali +1” Strategy for Global Market at TRAVEX ATF 2026

Indonesia Highlights Tourism Growth and “Bali +1” Strategy for Global Market at TRAVEX ATF 2026

Indonesia used the TRAVEX ATF 2026 media briefing to spotlight its strong tourism recovery and ambitious growth strategy, with a special focus on the Indian outbound market. Officials emphasized that India has emerged as one of Indonesia’s fastest-growing and most strategic source markets, driven by rising middle-class travel, improved air connectivity, and increasing demand for […]

ASEAN Tourism Excellence Takes Center Stage at ATF 2026 with Landmark Awards Ceremony

ASEAN Tourism Excellence Takes Center Stage at ATF 2026 with Landmark Awards Ceremony

The ASEAN Tourism Forum (ATF) 2026 will place sustainability, quality, and regional cooperation at the forefront of Southeast Asia’s tourism agenda as the region prepares to honour outstanding destinations and enterprises at the 2026 ASEAN Tourism Standards Awarding Ceremony. The awards recognise exemplary performance across hotels, cities, meetings and events venues, and community-based tourism initiatives, reinforcing […]

Strengthening Himalayan Tourism

Strengthening Himalayan Tourism

Insights from the 6th Bengal Himalayan Carnival by HHTDN. The Himalayan Hospitality & Tourism Development Network (HHTDN) has been consistently playing a key role in promoting sustainable, community-based tourism across the Himalayan region. One of its flagship initiatives, the Bengal Himalayan Carnival, stands out as a meaningful platform that brings together tour operators, hospitality stakeholders, […]

Maria Margarita Nograles Outlines Strategic Vision for Philippine Tourism at ATF 2026

Maria Margarita Nograles Outlines Strategic Vision for Philippine Tourism at ATF 2026

28 Jan, 2026 At the ASEAN Tourism Forum (ATF) 2026, Maria Margarita Montemayor Nograles, Chief Operating Officer of the Tourism Promotions Board (TPB) Philippines, delivered a compelling overview of the country’s tourism landscape, highlighting both its resilience and its forward-looking strategies in a rapidly evolving global travel market. Speaking on the Philippines’ tourism priorities, Nograles underscored the […]

35th ASEANTA Tourism Excellence Awards

28 Jan 2026: 35th ASEANTA Tourism Excellence Awards Open in Cebu. The 35th ASEANTA Tourism Excellence Awards were formally inaugurated in Cebu, Philippines, reaffirming ASEAN’s collective commitment to quality, sustainability, and innovation in tourism. The ceremony was held as part of the ASEAN Tourism Forum 2026 and attended by senior government officials, tourism leaders, award […]

Kerala to Host Global Ayurveda and Wellness Conclave in Kozhikode

Kerala to Host Global Ayurveda and Wellness Conclave in Kozhikode

Kozhikode, 22 Jan 2026: Kerala is set to reinforce its reputation as a global hub for Ayurveda and holistic wellness with the first International Ayurveda and Wellness Conclave, to be held in Kozhikode from February 2–3. The landmark event will be inaugurated by Tourism Minister P A Mohamed Riyas at the Calicut Trade Centre. Organised […]

Kerala Travel Mart 2026

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Ernakulam, 21 Jan 2026: Kerala Travel Mart 2026 to Showcase Global Opportunities in Kochi Kerala Travel Mart (KTM), India’s premier tourism and hospitality marketplace, will return to Kochi from September 24 to 27, 2026. Announcing the 13th edition at a press meet in Thiruvananthapuram on January 21, Kerala Tourism Minister P A Mohamed Riyas said […]

Uttarkashi Winter Tourism Conclave

Uttarkashi Winter Tourism Conclave

The Uttarkashi Winter Tourism Conclave was successfully held on 14 and 15 January 2026 at Uttarkashi, hosted by the Association of Domestic Tour Operators of India (ADTOI) with the objective of promoting Uttarkashi as a vibrant winter tourism destination. The conclave was honoured by the presence of the Honourable Chief Minister of Uttarakhand, Pushkar Singh […]

Cebu Welcomes ATF TRAVEX 2026 as ASEAN Tourism Gathers to Navigate the Future Together

Cebu, Philippines, 16 January 2026 As the host country of ATF 2026, the Philippines looks forward to welcoming delegates to Cebu and demonstrating its readiness to facilitate meaningful regional tourism exchanges, while strengthening connections across the ASEAN community. A key highlight of ATF 2026 will be the National Tourism Organisation (NTO) briefings, scheduled for 28 […]

SVS Arena – The Heritage Manor

SVS Arena - The Heritage Manor

Thrissur, 03 Nov 2025: A House That Remembers: Some houses are built of wood and stone. Others are built of memory. SVS Arena – The Heritage Manor, standing quietly at Pariyaram near Chalakudy, belongs to the latter. Shaped as a traditional Kerala Nalukettu and restored with care, this century-old manor carries within it the rhythm […]

ASEAN Tourism Forum 2026

ASEAN Tourism Forum 2026

The ASEAN Tourism Forum (ATF) 2026, the region’s premier annual tourism event, will be held in Cebu and Mactan, Philippines, from 27 January to 4 February 2026. The forum will bring together tourism ministers, policymakers, industry leaders, buyers, sellers and media from ASEAN member states and key global markets. A major highlight of ATF 2026 […]

Heritage & Spiritual Tourism: Kerala – Offbeat Destinations

Heritage & Spiritual Tourism

Mulanjur Bhagavathi Temple, popularly known as Mulanjur Kavu, located near Lakkidi-Perur in the Ottapalam region of Palakkad district, is a revered spiritual destination deeply rooted in Kerala’s kavu tradition. Set amidst nearly 40 acres of preserved forest land, the temple stands as a living example of harmony between faith and nature. The presiding deity, Bhagavathi, […]

ASEAN–India Tourism Professionals Exchange Programme 2025

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ASEAN–India Tourism Professionals Exchange Programme 2025 Concludes Successfully in Assam Guwahati, Assam, The ASEAN India Tourism Professionals Exchange Programme 2025, held in Guwahati and Kaziranga, Assam from 12 to 15 December 2025, concluded successfully, marking an important milestone in strengthening tourism cooperation between India and the ten ASEAN member countries. The programme was organised as […]

Destination Promotion Roadshow B2B for Karnataka Held in Kochi.

Destination Promotion Roadshow B2B for Karnataka Held in Kochi

Destination Promotion Roadshow B2B for Karnataka Held in Kochi. A Destination Promotion Roadshow (B2B) for Karnataka was successfully held on 26th November in Kochi, aimed at promoting tourism in the state of Karnataka and increasing domestic tourist inflow from Kerala. The event provided an effective platform for business networking and collaboration between Karnataka tourism stakeholders […]