Industry Insights

Karnataka Tourism Society has elected a new leadership team at its 6th AGM in Bengaluru, with plans to strengthen the state’s tourism landscape over the next two years

Sterling Holiday Resorts launched Sterling Kadumane Hills Sakleshpur, the first boutique resort in Sakleshpur and fourth in Karnataka blends handcrafted cottages and immersive wellness experiences.

IIHM Bangalore hosted a sustainability-focused initiative where students transformed food waste into edible dishes using discarded ingredients like peels and seeds. The event highlighted innovation, responsibility, and the future of hospitality education.

IndiGo announced new domestic routes including Jaipur-Guwahati, Jaipur-Imphal, Varanasi-Durgapur, Varanasi-Bhubaneswar, and Bengaluru and Jaisalmer as part of its Winter 2025 schedule, improving connectivity to Tier 2 and Tier 3 cities across India.

Carlton Wellness Group has launched 40 luxury wellness villas in Ongole, Andhra Pradesh, in collaboration with Krillam Resorts. Priced from ₹3.33 crore, these global-standard villas blend holistic wellness, traditional therapies, and luxury living.

Uttar Pradesh Tourism made an impression at IFTM Top Resa 2025 in Paris, showcasing Perfume Tourism from Kannauj, the Taj Mahal, spiritual circuits, and cultural performances. The event opened new opportunities for international collaborations.

Royal Jordanian Airlines relaunched its India operations, offering direct connectivity from New Delhi, Mumbai, and Bengaluru to Amman, Jordan. The airline offers travel packages including Petra, Mount Nebo, and the Dead Sea.

A key roadshow highlight was Six Flags Qiddiya City, set to open by the end of the year, featuring 28 thrill rides, including the world’s tallest, fastest, and longest roller coaster, Falcon’s Flight

These initiatives form part of Goa Tourism’s ongoing commitment to regenerative and experiential tourism, bringing students, stakeholders and visitors closer to Goa’s natural and cultural heritage

The extensive network connects guests seamlessly between India and the Middle East, with convenient onward connections to Europe, Africa and North America