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TOURISM AND HOTEL INDUSTRY AWARENESS - May 2025

May 2025

Jun 18, 2025

Indian Airline Breaks into World's Top 3 Low-Cost Carriers

IndiGo secured a spot among the world's top low-cost airlines in the 2025 Skytrax World Airline Awards. Malaysia-based AirAsia topped the global rankings, followed by Singapore's Scoot, with IndiGo taking third place.
Notably, no Indian airline featured on the list of the world's best full-service carriers, which was topped by Qatar Airways. This marked the ninth time the airline claimed the top spot in the 26-year history of the Skytrax Awards, often referred to as the Oscars of the aviation industry.
Qatar was also named Best Airline in the Middle East, World's Best Business Class, and Best Business Class Airline Lounge.

Jun 17, 2025

Himachal Opens Shipki La Pass to Tourists

Himachal Pradesh opened the Shipki La pass, a motorable mountain pass at an altitude of 3,930 metres in the tribal Kinnaur district, to domestic tourists, a significant step towards revitalising border tourism and reviving hopes of resuming India-China trade through the route stalled since 2020.
The strategic pass near the Line of Actual Control (LAC) may also work as a new route for the sacred Kailash Manasarovar Yatra. The tourism initiative, launched by Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu, also aims to bolster the local economy and foster cultural exchange in the remote border region.

Jun 14, 2025

TAAI Launches 'Rally for Valley' Campaign in Jammu and Kashmir

The Travel Agents Association of India (TAAI) launched a powerful initiative titled 'Rally for Valley.' This campaign aims to combat fear, counter negative perceptions, and revive tourist footfall in Jammu and Kashmir, reaffirming the region's identity as a safe and welcoming destination.
The campaign is also being spearheaded by Sameer Bakhtoo, Chairman of TAAI's J&K Chapter, and Sriram Patel, Honorary Secretary General from Gujarat.

Jun 02, 2025

PM Participates in International Air Transport Association's 81st Annual General Meeting

In line with his commitment to developing world-class air infrastructure and enhancing connectivity, Prime Minister Narendra Modi participated in the International Air Transport Association's (IATA) 81st Annual General Meeting (AGM), at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi. He also addressed the gathering on the occasion.
It brought together more than 1,600 participants including top global aviation industry leaders, government officials and international media representatives.
The World Air Transport Summit focused on key issues facing the aviation industry including Economics of the Airline industry, Air Connectivity, Energy Security, Sustainable Aviation Fuel Production, Financing Decarbonisation, Innovations among others.

May 28, 2025

The Philippines Offers Visa-Free Entry to Indian Tourists under New Categories

In a significant move to boost tourism and strengthen bilateral ties, the Philippines has introduced visa-free entry options for Indian nationals under two specific categories.
As of May 2025, eligible Indian travellers can now visit the archipelagic country without a visa for 14 or 30 days depending on their travel credentials.
This development is expected to encourage more Indian tourists to explore the scenic islands, beaches, and cultural sites of the Philippines.
The Philippines Embassy in New Delhi officially announced two new visa-free entry options for Indian citizens, effective May 2025.
These relaxed visa norms are part of the Philippines' broader initiative to enhance tourism, especially from key markets like India, which has shown rising outbound travel trends post-pandemic.

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