Category Archives: Kerala

Tour Operators Association Welcomes Kerala Budget Proposals for Tourism Sector

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19 June 2026, Thiruvananthaouram: The tourism industry has warmly welcomed the Kerala Government’s budget proposals aimed at strengthening the state’s tourism sector and enhancing its global competitiveness. Commenting on the budget, Anish Kumar P.K., CEO of The Travel Planners, said that the proposal to develop Kerala as an aviation hub by better integrating the state’s four […]

India’s tourism sector needs to be globally competitive to tap full potential: Suman Billa at GTM 2026

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Thiruvananthapuram, June 04: India must move beyond promotion-led tourism strategies and focus on creating globally competitive destinations and meaningful visitor experiences if it is to unlock the sector’s full potential as a major source of jobs and foreign exchange, Shri Suman Billa, Additional Secretary and Director General, Ministry of Tourism, Government of India, has said. Addressing […]

Tourism Minister to open three-day GTM 2026 on June 3

GTM 2026

Meet to showcase unique tourism circuits of South Kerala   Thiruvananthapuram, June 02: Minister for Tourism and Culture Shri P C Vishnunadh will inaugurate Global Travel Market (GTM 2026) at Kovalam here tomorrow (June 3). The first major hospitality sector event after the present government assumed office, the meet will showcase unique tourism circuits of south […]

Country’s first light-and-sound show in a tunnel to be launched in Chilakoor

Country’s first light-and-sound show in a tunnel to be launched in Chilakoor

Visual spectacle to feature Kerala history, Sree Narayana Guru’s vision Thiruvananthapuram, Feb. 23: The light-and-sound show featuring Kerala’s history with its focus on Sree Narayana Guru’s teachings to be launched in Chilakoor Tunnel near Varkala will be the country’s first visual treat for visitors to be beamed inside a tunnel, powered by the video mapping […]

Kerala Tourism launches ‘Travel Now, Post Later’ digital campaign to promote ‘mindful travel’

Kerala Tourism launches ‘Travel Now, Post Later’ digital campaign to promote ‘mindful travel’

The campaign aligns with the global shift to lived experiences. Thiruvananthapuram, Feb 14: Kerala Tourism launches an international digital campaign titled ‘Travel Now, Post Later’, encouraging travelers to experience moments fully before sharing them online. The campaign aims to promote mindful travel by urging travelers to prioritize presence over performance and emotional connection over instant […]

ATTOI Pavilion to Promote New Business Opportunities at TTJ Travmart 2026 in Raipur

TTJ 2026

Raipur, Chhattisgarh | 11 March 2026: In connection with TTJ Travmart 2026 in Raipur, Chhattisgarh, the Association of Tourism Trade Organisations, India (ATTOI) will present its dedicated ATTOI Pavilion, aimed at promoting travel partners with new business opportunities and strengthened national networking prospects. The ATTOI Pavilion at Travmart 2026, scheduled for 11 March 2026 at […]

Nishagandhi Dance Festival begins on an exciting note

Nishagandhi Dance Festival begins on an exciting note

The fest will be promoted atglobal level: Tourism Minister P A Mohamed Riyas Manipuri dancer Darshana Jhaveri presented Nishagandhi Puraskaram Thiruvananthapuram, Feb. 13: Kerala Tourism’s flagship cultural event Nishagandhi Dance Festival began on an exciting note at Kanakakkunnu Palace grounds here this evening, setting the stage for performances by India’s top-notch classical dancers for eight […]

Post-Tour Reflections: Davao City’s Living Tapestry of Nature, Culture, and Community

Post-Tour Reflections: Davao City’s Living Tapestry of Nature, Culture, and Community

Following the ASEAN Tourism Forum (ATF) 2026, a post-tour to Davao City from 31 January to 4 February offered a deeply immersive introduction to one of the Philippines’ most culturally diverse and environmentally rich destinations. Known as the gateway to Mindanao, Davao is celebrated for its balance of urban development, indigenous heritage, and biodiversity conservation. The journey began with […]

FEATURE ARTICLE: ASEAN Tourism Futures Take Shape at ATF 2026 TRAVEX Media Briefings

ASEAN Tourism Futures Take Shape at ATF 2026 TRAVEX Media Briefings

The TRAVEX media briefings at the ASEAN Tourism Forum (ATF) 2026 offered a compelling snapshot of how Southeast Asia is redefining tourism for a new era—one shaped by sustainability, inclusivity, technology, and regional collaboration. From established tourism powerhouses to emerging destinations, ASEAN member states used the platform to articulate forward-looking strategies aimed at strengthening resilience […]

Cambodia Unveils 2026 Tourism Vision with Strong Push for Muslim-Friendly Travel at ATF 2026

Cambodia Unveils 2026 Tourism Vision with Strong Push for Muslim-Friendly Travel at ATF 2026

At the ATF 2026 media briefings, Cambodia outlined a clear and inclusive tourism vision for 2026, positioning itself as a culturally rich, accessible, and increasingly Muslim-friendly destination within Southeast Asia. Tourism officials emphasized that Cambodia’s strategy is built around diversification, sustainability, and welcoming new source markets while strengthening its traditional appeal. Central to Cambodia’s tourism vision is […]

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 […]

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 […]

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, […]

Kovilakam – A Heritage Retreat Rooted in History

Palakkad, Jan. 3, 2026: Nestled in the tranquil countryside of Koduvaur near Palakkad in Kerala, Kovilakam is a charming heritage retreat that offers visitors an authentic experience of Kerala’s traditional architecture, culture, and village life. Located close to the historic Kalpathy agraharam and surrounded by lush paddy fields and coconut groves, the property provides a […]