Peden Doma Bhutia

The IPO is a big deal for The Leela Hotels and could pave the way for more investment in luxury tourism just as demand for premium travel is booming.

While the merger is a necessary step to consolidate Tata Group’s airline assets, Air India faces stiff competition on both the international and domestic fronts. Its ability to overhaul operations, modernize services, and win back market share will determine whether it can compete effectively against heavyweights like Emirates and the ever-dominant Indigo.

Looser visa restrictions are greasing the wheels of global tourism, but the real question is whether these policies can sustain long-term growth or just offer a fleeting boost to countries eager for quick wins.

While China’s visa exemptions simplify travel, they alone cannot bring back 2019’s robust visitor numbers. Without a full recovery of flight capacity, particularly in top markets, the tourism boost China is hoping for may remain out of reach.

Japan's casino dreams are ramping up as Osaka IR takes a leap of faith, ditching its exit clause. But with rising costs and public doubts, the stakes are sky-high. Will this gamble succeed, or is Japan risking a costly blunder in a competitive market?

To meet the demands of India’s mobile-first consumer economy, the ground transportation sector is undergoing a significant digitization boom. A shift that reflects broader trends in how people prefer to navigate their journeys.

South Africa’s visa reform relies on vetted tour operators to streamline approvals for Indian and Chinese tourists. While this approach may reduce bottlenecks, it raises concerns about limiting independent travelers and whether operators can manage increased demand effectively.

Think travel to Japan is a breeze? Time to bid sayonara to that idea! Your Japan trip just got an upgrade in red tape.

A 44% increase in foreign arrivals in 2023, may suggest recovery for Indian inbound tourism, but the country has a long way to go to realise its true potential in tourism.

Jane Sun has helped take Trip.com from a domestic hotel booking site to China’s leading online travel platform.