Articles tagged “india”

DigiYatra has managed to take away one of the biggest pain points of flying in India: long queues. And as Indians grow used to this convenience, it is well on its way to expand globally. Its biggest challenge — gaining other countries' trust.

Marriott’s newest global brand is getting its first real test in India as it mixes global muscle with local flavour. The company is moving faster than expected to bring a large portfolio of Fern hotels into its system.

Indian travelers are redefining the global travel market with a shift from bargain hunting to identity-driven travel. As video, creators, and AI now steer decisions, for travel brands, keeping up isn’t optional anymore.

The demand for air travel in India is growing at an unprecedented rate, but the aviation industry is still not out of the woods. Unless airlines expand internationally to gain more forex, they might continue to face losses.

The hospitality industry in general might be moving towards the mid-market segment, but The Oberoi Group is leaning hard into the luxury space, encouraged by growing middle class and high net worth travelers.

First Oberoi’s Asmi, now Indian Hotels' Atmantan. India’s hotel brands clearly want a (large) slice of the wellness pie. The question is: how many travelers want a retreat, and how many just want a clean room?

For Marriott, growth in Asia isn’t just about planting more flags, it’s about speaking the customer’s language, both literally and strategically.

Hotels, airlines, and travel players stand to benefit as concerts in India are no longer localized, with Indians repeatedly traveling as far as they need to for the experience.

With the Indian travel sector providing enough heft to the industry, international expansion is the next natural step for Ixigo. And based on the experiences of other travel players, it might also be necessary for survival.

AI may not be replacing people yet, but it’s certainly changing roles and putting some at risk. Yatra just said the quiet part out loud.