Industry Insights

Six Flags Qiddiya City, the first outside North America built from scratch since 1971, will feature six themed sections with 28 rides and attractions, including five record-breaking roller coasters

Next winter, Finnair will operate up to 72 weekly flights to Rovaniemi, a rise of 10 flights compared to last year. During peak times, the airline will fly up to 16 times on Saturdays and 14 times on Sundays

According to Agoda, Indian travellers are increasingly choosing Chennai, Mumbai, and Bangalore for extended stays, while globally, destinations like Rayong, Seoul and others also rank high for those looking to take things slow

Aimed at encouraging more confident travel planning, the initiative is designed to address recent changes in traveller behaviour by removing the need for upfront payment, thereby reducing booking hesitation

From April 25 to 29, 2025, the programme featured cultural and culinary experiences alongside opportunities for meaningful business networking between Czech providers and international travel professionals

Miguel’s brings its soulful bistro vibes to Socorro, Goa, offering handmade food, Indian-inspired cocktails, and lush settings at Ritu Beri’s Escape lifestyle haven

Indian tourists can now enjoy seamless payments in Moscow with Sber’s new Tourist Card, offering travel help, banking services, and easy transactions across Russia

SriLankan Cargo secures IATA’s CEIV Lithium Batteries Certification, becoming South Asia’s first to meet global standards for safe battery transport by air

Aimed at boosting tourism and supporting tribal communities. The project, part of its CSR efforts, improves access to the region’s natural beauty and aims to foster sustainable livelihoods

The new leadership appointments by the tourism forum emphasise collaborative growth, sustainable tourism, and boosting Karnataka’s profile as a travel destination