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Trendy Travel Trade with Food & Shop Volume V • Issue III May 2018 • Pages 68 • 100/- Vacations An Escape to Relish Life
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Snippets Morocco Visa Application centre opened up in Mumbai by CKGS Cox & Kings Global Services (CKGS) recently opened the new Morocco both the counties have enjoyed cordial bilateral relations over the years. Visa Application and Information Centre in Mumbai and will be located at The Government of India and Morocco have agreed on a newly revised air Dalamal Towers. His Excellency Mohamed MALIKI, the Ambassador of service agreement which will have certainly a positive impact on facilitating the Kingdom of Morocco inaugurated the new centre. and boosting tourist movement between the two countries. Foreseeing In addition to the existing centres in the four key metros- Delhi, Mumbai, the growth in the number of Indians travelling to Morocco, we needed to Chennai and Kolkata and the centres in Ahmedabad, Pune, Goa Indore and create a seamless experience for Indian travellers in applying for visas. The Bangalore; CKGS is set to open a new MVAICs in Hyderabad in June 2018. Embassy of the Kingdom of Morocco is glad to entrust the responsibility to The visa application centres in different cities of India will provide relevant CKGS by appointing them as our representatives to open visa application information on Moroccan visas and regulations and simplify the procedure in centres in India.” order to make it simple for the Indian travellers. In order to obtain a visa, an Commenting on the mandate, Ms Venku Murthi, Chief Operating Officer, applicant will have to download the form and submit it to the MVAIC, along CKGS said, “We are happy that the Embassy of Morocco has put their with the required documents and collect them once it has been issued. All the trust in our proven expertise. Our offices across 12 centres in India will centres are open from Monday to Friday between 08:00 – 17:00 hours. seamlessly facilitate visa processing, thereby accelerating outbound travel Speaking on the occasion, His Excellency Mr. Mohamed MALIKI said, to Morocco. This is an opportune time to tap the growing Indian outbound “The ties between Morocco and India go back over several centuries and travel market, which is growing in double digits.’’ ICRA analysed the conduct of Trade for the Financial Year 2017-18 The ICRA had an analysis on the conduct of the trade segment for its period, contributing to the 40% YoY contraction in the value of gold performance over last financial year. They had a view which cleared that imports. However, the decline in gold imports was largely offset by the sluggish non oil exports combined with an unexpected resurgence in the pickup in crude oil imports in March 2018. Despite an unfavourable base growth of non oil non gold imports resulting in a sharp widening of the effect as well as contraction in imports of pulses and vegetable oil, the pace merchandise trade deficit to US$13.7 billion in March 2018, reinforcing of growth of non oil non gold imports unexpectedly rose to a considerable the expectation of an impending deterioration in the current account deficit 12.2% in March 2018, led by various inputs such as coal, machinery, to around US$12-14 billion in Q4 FY 2018 from the mild US$3.4 billion transport equipment, ores and fertilizers. With the high 20.3% growth in in Q4 FY 2017. An unfavourable base effect and contraction in gems and services exports being overshadowed by the sharp 40.2% expansion in jewelry, and textiles curtailed the pace of growth of non-oil merchandise services imports, the services surplus declined to a four-month low US$5.6 exports in March 2018, despite the uptick in organic and inorganic billion in February 2018. With the expansion in imports nearly twice as chemicals, engineering goods and rice. In spite of higher prices, a sharp high as export growth in FY2018, the merchandise trade deficit widened dip in export volumes resulted in a contraction of exports of petroleum by 44% in just-concluded fiscal. ICRA expects the current account deficit products, dampening the performance of overall merchandise exports on to more than triple to US$47-50 billion (~1.9% of GDP) in FY2018 from a YoY basis in March 2018. A dip in the volume of gold imports in March US$15 billion in FY2017. 2018 relative to March 2017 more than offset the price rise in the interim Regent Seven Seas Cruises Opened up Reservations for Inaugural Season Itineraries aboard Seven Seas Splendor Luxury travelers can now book inaugural season itineraries aboard Regent the highest space ratio in the cruise industry, and once again elevate the Seven Seas Cruises’ newest ship, launching in February 2020. Guests industry standards for luxury travel with intricate marble, soaring ceilings, can now be among the first to travel in perfected luxury on Transatlantic elegant design and authentic craftsmanship. The same discernment that Crossings, Panama Canal, and Mediterranean itineraries. Seven Seas went into the design of the ship was applied to the creation of her inaugural Splendor will set a new standard for luxury by striving for the ultimate season itineraries. The first voyage beginning on February 7th, 2020 perfection and the best way to travel to the world’s most beautiful will take guests on an unforgettable 14-night transatlantic journey from destinations. Barcelona to Miami. The inaugural season revealed the lineup that featured a variety of “For Seven Seas Splendor’s inaugural season, we included voyages to destination-rich itineraries calling on iconic locations throughout the destinations that are as extraordinary as the ship herself. Based on guest Caribbean, North America and the Mediterranean. Through free unlimited response to our current itineraries through the Mediterranean, Caribbean, shore excursions, guests will have opportunities to explore renowned and North America, we anticipate these new offerings will be popular museums and famous landmarks on every voyage. The ship will visit among both new and repeat guests wanting the exclusive opportunity to be highly sought-after ports such as San Juan, Barcelona, Cabo San Lucas, one of the first to sail on the newest luxury ship in our fleet.” said Jason New York, Saint-Tropez, Portofino, Los Angeles, Dubrovnik, Amalfi/ Montague, President and Chief Executive Officer, Regent Seven Seas Positano, Corfu and Cartagena. With 750 guests, the all-suite, all-balcony Cruises. ship will join her sister ship, Seven Seas Explorer®, in boasting some of Rajasthan Domestic Travel Mart-2018 Rajasthan Govt. to host Rajasthan Domestic Travel Mart in association Goel, Chief Secretary, Rajasthan who said, “the primary objective of with Federation of Hospitality & Tourism, Rajasthan for which Department ‘Rajasthan Domestic Travel Mart’ is to exclusively focus on the domestic of Tourism, Government of Rajasthan signed a MoU with the Federation tourists within Rajasthan from various parts of India and establish of Hospitality and Tourism of Rajasthan (FHTR) & scheduled to be held Rajasthan as one of the leading domestic tourist destinations in the country. from July 20-22 at the B.M. Birla Auditorium in Jaipur. The MoU was The vision 2020 initiated by the CM had an objective of 5 crore tourist signed between the Additional Director Tourism, Mr. Sanjay Pande and footfall in the state by the year 2020. But we have attained close to 5 crore the President, FHTR, Mr. Bhim Singh at Hotel ITC Rajputana, Sheraton, tourists in the year 2017 itself and with new initiatives like this travel Mart, Jaipur. The Department of Tourism will be the State partner host for the we'd be able to achieve the set goal and probably outperform our own event. The event is also supported by HRAR, IHHA, RATO and ADTOI. predicted numbers.” It is to be noted that the master of ceremony was Mr. Gyan Prakash, Mr. Bhim Singh, President, FHTR, said, “The sole objective is to increase Secretary, General, FHTR, Domestic tourism is Rajasthan. A numerous Promotional shows will be The Chief Guest during the signing occassion was Shri Nihal Chand organized across the State/ Rajasthan." 8 trendy travel trade with food & shop May 2018
Snippets Grape Escapade and Goa Vintage Car & Bike Festival 2018 Goa, the land of joy and a destination to visit any day in the year has lot & hospitality industry; hoteliers, restaurateurs, wineries and manufacturers to showcase to the world and one of the most interesting elements are its to showcase their premium offerings. festivals. And the second fortnight of April was the perfect exemplary of Goa Vintage Car & Bike Festival 2018 it with the double treat for Goans and the visitors. Goa Tourism conducted Goa Tourism’s Vintage Bike and Car festival hits the streets of Panjim on two of its most captivating events, the Grape Escapade and Goa Vintage 29th April 2018 at the INOX Courtyard wherein various vintage bike and Car & Bike Festival 2018. car owners, users, collectors and fans conducted parade along with their Grape Escapade 2018 prized possessions around the capital city of Panjim. India’s much loved Lifestyle and Wine Festival was organized by Goa The vintage bike and car rally had the route from INOX courtyard to Tourism Development Corporation (GTDC), the ‘Grape Escapade 2018’ Miramar Circle and further proceed to Divja circle and head back to INOX which held from April 19- 22 at the D.B. Bandodkar Ground, Campal, Courtyard where they displayed the skills. This was followed by a function Panjim. This was the 14th edition of the Grape Escapade. The four day to award prizes and certificates for various categories of vintage vehicles. event drew lakhs of tourists in view of the on-going summer vacations Some of the categories included the oldest automobile, most appealing and and surge in tourists to the State. It has provided a platform for local the rarest etc. A fashion show and various other entertainment programs enterpreneurs to share expertise, display products, engage in B2B, and were lined-up in the evening to engage the audience and make this event a offers tourists and Goans an opportunity to savour on flavours from the memorable one. vineyard, taste Goan food and experience Goa’s traditions and culture. The four days festival brought together a host of professionals from the tourism Madhya Pradesh Tourism Board Creates Land Bank to Boost MP Tourism Madhya Pradesh as a state has good amount of land parcels and heritage around 135 hectare land has been transferred. In those districts at 16 properties for private investments which is been promoted by the state on points, around 82 hectare additional land has been identified. In Gwalior various platforms in the recent past that reflects the true cultural heritage region for development of tourism around 111 hectare land at 15 points of the nation through the amalgamation of various communities, castes has been transferred. Similarly, in Rewa area at 25 area around 285 hectare and ways of life has always been a major tourist attraction. Being one land has been transferred by the Board for tourism development inviting of the forerunners among the economically rising states of the country, private investment in distinctive districts of the zone. As additional 24 it is teeming with vast potential of investment in tourism sector and an hectare land in 71 points have been identified. Through land bank private attractive destination from investment point of view and the government investors under land transfer policy for Tourism Project 94 hectare land has taken multiple initiatives to make the state an investment friendly in 19 land plots for Hotel, Resorts and other establishments’ tenders have destination. The newly constituted Tourism Board has taken one such step been invited. In this noted groups like Mahendra Holiday, Orange County, for development of tourism and to attract private investors for effective State Express, JahanumaPalce Hotel, Gen-X Hotel, Sristi Ventures have implementation of Tourism Policy. In this series, it has procured 849.077 been included. hectare land for the Tourism Department at 144 distinctive places of 49 “State has been segregated in five tourism regions and potential of private districts of the State to create a Land Bank for tourism projects in Madhya investment has been identified. In Indore region, Indore, Dhar, Khanwa, Pradesh. Besides this, at 71 points, additional 432 hectare land has been Burhanpur, Khargone, Badwani, Alirajpur, Jhabua, Ujjain, Ratlam, Dewas, identified. Land procurement is in pipeline and soon it will be transferred Agra Malwa, Mandsaur and Neemuch district in 43 areas around 233 to the Tourism Department. Amidst land bank 60 hectare land allotted to hectare land has been transferred to Tourism Department by the Board. 16 private investors which generated a premium of Rs 23.50 crore. Besides this, in these districts additional 17 areas have been identified for In Jabalpur Region, at 28 areas around 82 hectare lands has been procurement and are in process.” said Surendra Patwa, Minister of State transferred, while at 10 points 32 hectare additional land has been for Tourism (Independent Charge). identified for land acquisition. Similarly, in Bhopal region at 33 points Maharashtra promoted the potentials of Medical Tourism at Arabian Travel Market 2018 MTDC discussed strategic partnerships with tourism professionals that will provide MTDC a platform to showcase the potential of medical and potential investors at the Middle East’s premier travel and tourism tourism in Maharashtra. While the segment is largely untapped and caters exhibition to promote Maharashtra as the preferred destination for Medical to a niche segment of travellers, we have seen a steady growth in this sector and Wellness tourism, & showcased the essence of State and its spectacular due to the quality and economically friendly services the State has to offer. touristic attractions, met tourism professionals to promote the opportunities Our goal is to position Maharashtra as a medical and wellness tourism hub. of investment in creating healthcare and tourism facilities. Home to the We are in the process of signing an MoU with the Indo-Arab Chambers of financial capital of the country, Mumbai, Maharashtra sees one of the Commerce and Industries to highlight lucrative investment prospects within highest numbers of tourists in the country. With world-class infrastructure, the sector.” Mr. Vijay Waghmare, Managing Director, MTDC prior event Maharashtra also has tourism attractions with magnificent coastline and said, “We are witnessing tourism as one of the fastest growing industries beaches, breath-taking wildlife, hill stations, pilgrimage centers, adventure worldwide. Maharashtra has one of the best qualified professionals in each tourism, experiential attractions and rich cultural heritage. Together with field and this holds true in the domain of medical and wellness as well. Tribal Development Department, MTDC promoted experiential tourism, Maharashtra has the most competent doctors and world class medical artefacts from the tribal villages including paintings, handicrafts, forest facilities with most competitive charges for treatment of most health produce and agricultural / food items. Also, at the stand were the luxury problems. We are now looking to create a unique identity by offering best train - Deccan Odyssey and the authentic Ayurveda wellness centre - health services for the world and establish ourselves as the best Medical Ayurveda Village. Shri. Jaykumar Rawal, Hon’ble Minister of Tourism & tourism destination. At ATM 2018, we will be promoting various activities Employment Guarantee Scheme, Government of Maharashtra before the ranging from yoga, meditation to natural therapies to name some which is event said, “I am delighted to be a part of the Arabian Travel Market 2018 provided in the State”. 10 trendy travel trade with food & shop May 2018
ATO Update Oman Tourism collaborates with Cox & Kings Ltd. for MICE networking events in Mumbai and Delhi Oman Tourism and Cox & Kings Ltd. hosted a networking Cocktail and Dinner evening in Delhi and Mumbai on 11th and 13th April 2018 wherein they collaborated to network event targeting the MICE segment of the industry. The event had more than 50 attendees representing the top management and decision makers of various corporate entities were present for this close networking session in order to discuss about Oman as emerging as the next big hub for corporate events and MICE groups. Lubaina Sheerazi, India Representative, Ministry of Tourism, Oman said “The Ministry of Oman Tourism is fully committed towards enhancing the MICE sector to help the Sultanate achieve its potential to be a first class destination. Conducting networking session for corporate organizations gave us an opportunity to showcase to them various MICE offerings. For this, we feel privileged to be associated with Cox & Kings Ltd. who bring along their expertise. Being a short-haul destination from India, with excellent air connectivity from major Indian cities, world class hotels and easy availability of Indian food, Oman makes an ideal MICE destination.” the number of rooms and venues in the country. The recent revision in Khalid Al Zadjali, Director Oman Convention Bureau said, “In 2016, The visa regulations (granting of Visa on Arrival for non-sponsored tourist visa Oman Convention Bureau (OCB) was established under The Ministry of for certain categories), increasing number of flights from India to Oman, Tourism to take care of the MICE business in Oman. This was successfully diversification of tourism products and the upcoming phase II of the Oman taken forward in 2017 with the development of Oman Convention and Convention and Exhibition Centre (OCEC) will bring momentum to MICE Exhibition Centre (OCEC), to support international and local organizations tourism. The potential of India as an outbound market has always attracted in hosting large events. Also, the brand new Muscat International Airport us to aggressively focus our promotional efforts in this market. The exotic, is fully equipped to accommodate close to 20 million passengers annually. adventurous, historic, remarkable and geologically stunning Oman offers an With new international hotel chains that have recently opened in Oman authentic Arabian experience to MICE groups who visit the Sultanate.” and many more to launch soon, we are seeing a considerable increase in Israel Tourism’s Campaigning Rolls-out for 1 Lakh Travelers After a record growth of 31% and receiving footfalls of nearly 60000 upcoming summer holiday season, Indian tourists last year, Israel Ministry of Tourism office in India now we have launched our advertising to target around 1 lakh Indian tourist visitors for the year 2018. In the campaign. Our campaign highlights series ahead and with the forecasted growth, the Ministry has launched its the reasons why Indian travellers summer campaign in India to attract the April – June peak holiday season. should choose Israel as their next The advertising campaign incorporates varied media platforms including holiday destination showcasing television, print and digital spaces. The integrated advertising campaign beaches, desert experiences, different ‘Begin your journey to Israel’ includes the television commercial (TVC) cuisines (including vegan food) to showcases Israel’s famous cities - Jerusalem and Tel Aviv. The TVC shows wine tours, adventure activities, the various facets of these two cities and their diversity. historic monuments and much “Over the past three years, Israel has recorded a strong double-digit more.” growth in tourist arrivals from India. In 2018 January to March, we Hassan Madah, Director, Israel have recorded a growth of 15% in Indian arrivals compared to the same Ministry of Tourism - India & period last year. In order to keep this momentum going and to tap into the Philippines 25th International Tourism Security and Safety Conference in Las Vegas, USA The 25th International Tourism Safety Conference was organized by the and Americas on tourism and terrorism, making safety and security a International Tourism Safety Association held at the Treasure Island Hotel requirement in tourism, destination marketing and hospitality training, art from the 15th April to 18th April of 2018 in Las Vegas, United States. The crime and museums and preventative measures. conference is aimed at providing delegates with new information, trends, Speaking passionately about destination Africa and proudly flying the the strategies and best practices in keeping tourist safe. Attendees included African flag high, the Kwakye Donkor , CEO of Africa Tourism Partners destination marketing experts, academics, renowned tourism safety and said, “Africa is a multi-faceted destination with 54 unique destinations, security experts and officials from over 22 countries. and tourists to Africa will always be spoilt for choice. Africa is a continent The conference covered topics such as enhancing the brand equity of and a world in one continent with unique attractions, vibrant culture and Africa beyond safety and security, Israeli model of security regulation, experiences beyond wildlife. Even though tourism safety and security is tourism security European perspective on crimes against tourists and an issue, it all depends on whether one sees the glass as half full or half how to pro-actively address the impact of safety and security tourism empty, but to him the glass is always half full.” marketing. Africa Tourism Partners with the support of Ghana Tourism “The safety and security of visitors and residents is a top priority for any Board and its parent Ministry Ghana Africa that will be hosting the destination’s tourism industry, so it’s imperative to be aware of the current Inaugural Africa Tourism Leadership Forum and Awards on 31st August trends and information,” said Ray Suppe, President of the International and 1st September, 2018 in Accra, Ghana as their contribution to Tourism Safety Association and Executive Director of customer safety alleviating the issue of brand equity deficit that Destination Africa faces. for the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority (LVCVA.). Other conference presentations included the views from India, Europe 12 trendy travel trade with food & shop May 2018
Cover Story An Escape to Relish Life: • Vedika Sharma VACATIONS Life becomes a story when its chapters are written while travelling and creating memories. This summer season, pack your bags and wander in the world to find the realistic approach for worth of life. There have been times when the voyagers claim that wandering all alone was the best way to see most apt friend of life and it was they themselves for them in the world. This time, deliberately travel solo because you want your heart to experience the world without the influences, prejudices, or preferences of others and let the heart go with the flow. When you’re with your own companionship, you realize the potentials of being us and it’s easy to focus on what actually you want from life and more likely to be on a voyage of self-discovery. 14 trendy travel trade with food & shop May 2018
Cover Story O n the changing trends of travel, Amadeus, while 70% of Japanese travelers have never used a with Hong Kong travellers (4%) even less likely to the leading provider of advanced sharing economy service for trip accommodation, think the same. Rakesh Bansal, Chief Executive technology solutions for the global almost half of all Indian travelers say they do Office, Amadeus India informed, “At Amadeus travel industry recently conducted a research in India, our goal is to help the travel industry thrive order study on the transformed way of travelling by putting the traveller at the centre of everything wherein one includes Solo travelling. Customer we do. That’s why we’re investing to understand groups include travel providers (e.g. airlines, who they are and what they want. The India hotels, rail and ferry operators, etc.), travel sellers report gives us many interesting insights – some (travel agencies and websites), and travel buyers expected others less so. One key observation was (corporations and travel management companies). how important finding staff, newspapers and TV This year marks 30 years since Amadeus was shows in a language they can understand are to founded. Throughout 2017, the company will Indian travellers. Similarly, respondents from India be celebrating 30 years of collaboration with want to eat familiar food while travelling overseas. customers, 30 years of technological innovation This is a good reminder to travel players about the and 30 years of helping power better journeys importance of accommodating local preferences for travellers all over the world. 34% of at the destination. With Amadeus Journey of Indian travelers prefer to receive updates and Me Insights, we hope to help our customers and recommendations about their trip through e-mail, partners shape a future of travel that travellers with only 9% happy to be contacted via phone call. Rakesh Bansal want. Journey of Me Insights was conducted in Recommendations that help ensure personal safety CEO Amadeus India collaboration with YouGov across 14 markets in was the top choice for Indian travelers (33%), Asia Pacific including Australia, China, Hong while itinerary tips were less popular (19%). so ‘often’ and ‘very often’. And while 73% of Kong, India, Indonesia, Japan, Korea, Malaysia, Within the Asian region only, 6% of Chinese Indian travelers think it’s important to find service New Zealand, Philippines, Singapore, Taiwan, travelers do most of their trip booking on mobile; staff at the destination that speak a language they Thailand and Vietnam.” only 55% of Indian travelers do so. Separately, understand, only half (47%) of Malaysians do, S olo travelling is amusingly wallowing What lets many people escape and not to try However it’s crucial that you can connect and this amazing delight can be travel on this beauty of life is two-fold concern with the culture and not feel like an outsider for a day, a week or a month to the wherein one lies with safety as people do not but that is only possible if one will be roads unknown and destinations anonymous. find travelling solo to be convenient enough humble and equally reciprocal to those Lie down on a beach, visit heritage of world and they dare not to travel an all strange people. There are more than 150 countries or join bunch of like-minded strangers for land of strange people with different cultural in the world with their distinctive culture to adventure fun or cultural festivals or musical mindset and that micro fear of being alone explore and to choose from them, T3FS is festivals around the world. This world is makes the beat skip. Another major concern here to have you have a hand taking feedback beautiful; only needed thing is to explore lies to being adaptive to the cultural heaps of the most famous travel brands in planning and solo travel is an ideal opportunity to with bunch of questions like will they be to your destination of exploration this try something new either in the beaches of comfortable with climate, environment, laws, summer with few of the nations that surely coastal America or country side of Europe, people, language and food habits. Interacting makes every reason count as to not to regret biking trips of South-east Asia or exploring with anonymous people and having smooth of giving it a chance what could have been the wildlife in the forest land of Africa or conversation flows is tricky for language taken. So, travel the world as travelling is the unexplored beauty of parts of Asiatic & being a barrier but they forget that this worth Breathing and being inspired with. Australian land and the mystery of north & actually is life....and this is what they have to south pole. bridge within. May 2018 trendy travel trade with food & shop 15
Cover Story 2017 - 2018 has been an exciting year for us where we on-boarded Ranbir Kapoor as our new brand ambassador, launched our new brand positioning of being 'India Ka Travel Planner' and also came up with interesting initiatives with an aim to smoothen the entire travel experience. Features like Self-booking platform for Small & Medium Enterprises to provide its corporate customers with comprehensive and convenient travel solutions,Yatra Universal Virtual Assistant (YUVA), a unique first-of-its-kind “Hybrid approach” allows travellers to use both voice and text to communicate and complete bookings on the go and Yatra journey which provides the travellers with an experience that centres around history and culture, photography and food, led by domain experts. Considering to the upcoming season of vacations, Yatra is offering up to Rs.5% off on international flights with promo code INTFLY18. Customers can make Free Cancellation on their International Flights through Yatra. They can avail this facility on cancelling the ticket booking made on the same day by 2300 hours. The offer extends to most airlines though conditions apply. Yatra.com offers an option of HFF (Hold For Free). Yatra Airfare Assurance is a guarantee from Yatra that fare booked by customers will be the lowest till the day they fly. Yatra offers the solo travelers in respect to International Destinations for Amsterdam, Sri Sharat Dhall Lanka, Spain, Rome and South Africa. Yatra says, “Summer season is a popular travel season in the country and COO, B2B Joining a loyalty program such as Yatra eCa can get you discounts on every booking, can transfer your eCash to Yatra.com friends and family and can even convert them into shopping vouchers. Travelling on weekends is always more expensive than travelling on weekdays.” ICELAND The Nordic island is located in the mesmerizing countryside of European continent which enjoys a cool, temperate maritime climate where the summers are cool. During summer, the nights are bright all over Iceland and as per fact sheets, in the month of June the sun never fully sets in the north and there are even special excursions to the island of Grímsey on the Arctic Circle where you can experience the midnight sun. But the interesting fact of the country is that though sun doesn’t set completely but the midnight is not much warm. Ninety percent population of nation belongs to Lutheran Church and only few shares are of Roman Catholic. The major specialty of the Iceland is its national parks, each with particular exclusivity. Pingvellir, one of the parks is the only UNESCO heritage whose rift valley ranges from North Atlantic and Eurasian Plates. Snafellsjokull National Park includes a volcano and a glacier and steeped in mysterious romance and is the only park that reaches from seashores to the mountaintops. Vatnajokull is the largest national park of Europe covering an area of 13.600 km2 encompasses major land of the area. Local specialties to shop from the nation include woolen knitwear (sweaters, hats and mittens, for example), ceramics, glassware and silver jewelry. Icelanders are largely descended from Nordic and Celtic settlers and still share a strong bond with Scandinavia today. Fishing has been the lifeline of the nation, both as a vital part of the diet, and the country’s primary export product. 16 trendy travel trade with food & shop May 2018
Cover Story TripAdvisor, the world's largest travel site*, enables travellers to unleash the full potential of every trip. With over 600 million reviews and opinions covering the world's largest selection of travel listings worldwide – covering approximately 7.5 million accommodations, airlines, attractions, and restaurants -- TripAdvisor provides travellers with the wisdom of the crowds to help them decide where to stay, how to fly, what to do and where to eat. TripAdvisor also compares prices from more than 200 hotel booking sites so travellers can find the lowest price on the hotel that's right for them. TripAdvisor-branded sites are available in 49 markets, and are home to the world's largest travel community of 455 million average monthly unique visitors**, all looking to get the most out of every trip. TripAdvisor: Know better. Book better. Go better. Considering to the upcoming season of vacations, what are the lucrative offers for travelers that will add on to joy of their vacations for outbound then, “Borrowing from the popular saying ‘the world is your oyster’, let your travel spirit loose this summer and without burning a deep hole in your pocket. TripAdvisor’s ‘Best Time To Book’ report helps Indian travellers make great savings by identifying that sweet spot for booking overseas summer travel,” said Nikhil Ganju, Country Manager, TripAdvisor India. Nikhil Ganju, Country Manager, TripAdvisor India COSTA RICA The rain forested coastal plains of Central American land makes Costa Rica, one of the jovial countries in the world and is renowned in the world for its beaches, volcanoes and bio-diversities. Costa Rica is a rich scenic paradise with thousands of exquisite variety of flora- fauna to explore, hundreds of beaches and picturesque Caribbean landscapes. It is a 365 days destination with contrast climatic conditions in its pacific and central regions. The natural beauty of the nation is inexplicable and so are the people as the incredible hospitality of nation is reflected in their warmth and customs of friendship. One can immerse himself in the different adventure activities be it surfing, mountain climbing, rafting, zip lining, scuba diving & sports fishing. The food culture of the country is fairly mild with rich reliance over fresh fruits and vegetables. However, Rice and black beans are the staple Costa Rican meals. Costa Rican markets have splendid variants of food, wooden and craft items to take home and scattered across with boutique stores and little stalls selling such exclusive crafts and souvenirs. May 2018 trendy travel trade with food & shop 17
Cover Story Harvey worldwide destinations has truly embarked success in the most unique manner and now looking into future staff expansions in all departments to cope with growing demand, with plans to create more than 100 jobs, including both junior and senior positions, over the next three years. We would like to offer our clients a highly personal and efficient service in business travel, accommodation and venues which can look at everything from cost reduction, more choice and policy compliance. The wide range of services means that we have been successful at both retaining existing clients and attracting new business. Our main sales trend is accommodation. A total of 80 per cent of our overall business is hotels, and 90 per cent of this is for bookings based within India and abroad.” Considering to the upcoming season of vacations, the lucrative offers for travelers that will add on to joy of their vacations for outbound, this is such a dynamic business and it keeps us on our toes every day. The beauty of Harvey World Destinations is that we need to keep reinventing ourselves to remain current. Unlike conventional hospitality concerns, every new day comes with its own challenges and highlights. We are trying to explore undiscovered destinations and our team is continuously Joe Rajan following up with the local vendors which are not the regular travel we Indians prefer always. Since Indian Chief Executive Officer travelers have not much explore South Korea, So we are introducing major packages to South Korea too. Harvey World Destinations Pvt. Ltd. Destinations Harvey would like to offer to the solo travelers in respect to International Destinations are South America or west coast Canada since there is a lot to explore. INDONESIA Indonesia, the essence of Asia is the largest archipelago in the world ranging from Sabang in Aceh to Merauke in Papua. These are made up of thousands of large and small islands, which are connected by the strait and sea. It will not be incorrect to say that Indonesia is the marine world of islands being to the count of more than 20,000 islands in just one nation. Indonesia is a rich cultural diasporas with various tribes living in Indonesia with harmony and peace though all have their own characteristics that make cultural diversity in Indonesia with distinctive culinary in each territory. Indonesia also has hundreds of National Parks to explore as well with wonderful spots especially in the sector of the beaches. The climatic condition of Indonesia keeps the nation in a moderate weather condition with mostly tropical downpours. Rice is a staple for all classes in contemporary Indonesia which is usually served highly spiced and with meat, fish, and vegetable side dishes. A number of different religions are practiced in the country, and have their collective influence on the country's political, economic and cultural life is significant .Though the country has freedom of religion but majorly it follows with six religions mainly Islam, Protestantism, Catholicism, Hinduism, Buddhism and Confucianism. 18 trendy travel trade with food & shop May 2018
Cover Story 2018-2019 is going to be the year of innovation. From a product point of view, we will focus on incorporating three major trends: personalization & localization, artificial intelligence and crowd sourcing & communities. Brand presence will increase with a lot more noise. We have observed an approximate growth of 8x in bookings for this period. We have also expanded our presence to Bangalore and introduced a host of new features. We introduced ixigo money - a first of its kind virtual travel currency that allows users to use 100% balance on their flight bookings. Ixigo has introduced India’s first augmented reality feature on its trains app for iPhone 6+ users. We have announced for our upcoming artificial intelligence travel assistant – TARA viz. 100% AI-driven partnering with IRCTC to launch seamless train bookings.. The nation had significant change over past 4-5 years for International Travel with room for growth in outbound travel. While approximately 40% Indians still prefer to travel within Asia, many are also planning trips to parts of Africa, America and Europe. Those willing to spend a little more and in search of something offbeat, chose destinations such as Hungary, Austria, Czech Republic, Estonia and more. Solo travelling is a great idea, anyday! New Zealand: An abode of adventures & welcome one with glaciers, rainforests, and the peaks of the Southern Alps. While here, try bungee jumping, boat cruises, bike rides, and hikes. Spain is an excellent option for solo travellers. Spanish people are known for their affectionate and talkative nature-- so making friends here is a cakewalk.” Even today people make sure to take out time to travel, not just because they need a break but also to get to explore what’s new and unseen. From travel blogs to trip planning sites the internet Aloke Bajpai, is full of information targeted at not just inspiring you but compelling you to make travel plans. Founder Ixigo NEW ZEALAND New Zealand is a country of stunning and diverse natural beauty with jagged mountains, rolling pasture land, steep fiords, pristine trout- filled lakes, raging rivers, scenic beaches, and active volcanic zones. New Zealand is one of the most peculiar bioregions, inhabited by flightless birds seen nowhere else such as a nocturnal, burrowing parrot called the kakapo and kiwi. These islands are sparsely populated away from the North Island. There are sparklingly modern visitor facilities, and transport networks are well developed with Airports throughout the country and well maintained highways. New Zealand adds as a perfect adventure twist with bundle of activities like jet-boating through shallow gorges and bungee jumping. Māori culture, the base of ethnicity in New Zealand which continues to be the symbolism with abundant opportunities for visitors to understand and experience both the history and present day forms of Māori life. New Zealand has a temperate climate wherein the winters are fairly cold in the south of the South Island but mild in the north of the North Island. The nature of terrain, the prevailing winds and the length of nation lead to sharp regional contrasts. New Zealanders still prefer a relaxed eating environment and lamb is considered high value in the nation which is mostly enjoyed with rosemary and some seasonal vegetables. Summer usually means barbecues and alfresco dining where the emphasis is on fresh and simple fare. May 2018 trendy travel trade with food & shop 19
Cover Story The journey through 2017-2018 was fantastic and the tourist traffic movement to the CIS countries, where we specialize in, have consistently risen. Besides, we have introduced new multi-country combo tours across Azerbaijan, Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, Tajikistan, Russia etc. These can be connected through flights. On the other hand Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Uzbekistan and Tajikistan are connected by road and road trips for nature and culture explorers are getting increasingly popular. Dook Travels published the first ever handbook called Dossier for travel agents with all the basic information about destinations in the CIS countries to start with. We distributed complimentary copies to thousands of agents in India to create awareness of these countries. This year we’re laying our emphasis on Azerbaijan and Ukraine while introducing premium single or multiple destination tour packages. We have fixed departures to our destinations and special offers going on throughout the season. We have achieved a great deal in fetching the best of tour packages at the most affordable prices. We have pro-actively offered new destinations to our existing clients and offered very lucrative tour packages to new prospects. We have floated special packages during festivals. A large chunk of the travelers (especially MICE) are now looking for newer destinations and for them we have packages that all are complete with conferences, gala dinners and all-inclusive.” Overall, I would say, the international travel has boomed, especially the CIS countries where the increase in tourist traffic Gopal Krishna Kapoor is staggering. At the same time people are looking for newer destination to travel each year thus the Indian market has Director changed over past 4-5 years as well. Last year, we flew approximately 9,500 tourists to Kazakhstan, 9800 to Uzbekistan Dook Travels and 7,000 to Kyrgyzstan. Destination would you like to offer to the solo travelers in respect to International Destinations will be new destinations in Central Asia fascinated by the Silk Route tales and the pristine nature. Fortunately, with our fixed departures, we are able to accommodate these solo travelers providing very affordable packages. T3FS being a medium between your tourism board and aspiring travelers, I would like to point to the fact that travel destinations need not be crowded places and tour packages need not be expensive. It gives us a great deal of satisfaction knowing the fact we have been able to introduce to the Indian market new destination, develop them for the Indian tourist and offer it at a price we hadn’t imagined before. We have something for everyone. That’s what we’re most happy about! MOROCCO The intersection of Europe and Africa make Morocco a real defining moment to justify that love and beauty has no boundaries. The nation has been bordered by the waters of the Mediterranean and open to the vast stretches of the Atlantic Ocean and is known as "farthest land of the setting sun". The rich contrast destination indicates millennia of the precedent. Morocco is home to both, sea as well as mountains. Being a home to Mediterranean climates, country surrenders itself to the sands of the famous Sahara deserts. The cultural side of Morocco imbibes thousands of years of legacy with its inherited traditions and customs. Morocco is a land of contrasts being affected by a host of climatic influences. Morocco and its inhabitants espouse an enviable Mediterranean lifestyle even being recognized by the UNESCO. Going to the front of its cuisine culture, spices are given pride of place with major spices like coriander, saffron and cumin which are elevated in variety of recipes with a hint of spiciness in the best taste. Islam is the majority and constitutionally established state religion in Morocco 20 trendy travel trade with food & shop May 2018
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Spesial Focus Odisha A Charismatic Islet Located on the eastern coast of India, Odisha is the majestic land that mesmerizes with its exquisite natural bliss and breeze. The coastal state is known for its vivid cultural prospects, warmth of tribal races, spiritual values and spectacular views of natural and man-made sightseer spots. The 485 kilometers of beauty is surrounded by the states of West Bengal to the north-east, Jharkhand to the north, Chhattisgarh to the west and north-west and Andhra Pradesh to the south. • T3FS Desk Odisha – A Dream Destination It will be unfair to say that no one dreams to visit one place that brings solace to his soul with its exquisite and unreal beauty spread across lush green plains, proud altitude peaks, pious spiritual bliss and a varied series of heritage with the finest art, architecture and crafts. And, keeping this matter of fact into consideration, one destination that justifies all is this pretty state called Odisha with a lot of diversity and history that adds smiles to the voyager when he visits. Odisha has an ample number of temples, carcass, wildlife and beaches to be explored within this coastal state. With destinations like Puri, Konark, Bhitarkarnika, Udaigiri, Lalitgiri & Ratnagiri; beaches of Chandipur, Puri, Garhimata and cuisines like Luchi, Pkhara, Dalma, Kakara Pitha, no doubt Odisha is the place that you must plan to travel once in a lifetime. Behold Splendor…….Behold Odisha The Holy Bhubaneshwar The heritage capital of the state is known for its high-end spiritual values is what makes it one dream land to step in and be soaked in the most propitious air. The state capital is with more than hundreds of temples contribution as the rich share of heritage of the state. The temples like Lingaraja, Rajarani, Laxmaneshwar , Satrughaneshwar and Bharateshwar (6th Century Ad), Aisanyesvara Siva Temple (13th Century AD), Akhadachandi Temple (10th Century AD), Ananta Vasudeva Temple (13th Century AD), Astasambhu Temples (10th Century AD), Brahma Temple, Bindusagar, Brahmeswara Temple, Yogini Temple and so many more set the perfect base to call it a temple city. The Beach City Puri The Astute Wisdom of Ratnagiri The Eco-City of Satkosia Puri is the another place that marks a compulsory Exploring the most religious and paramount Buddhist Amidst the natural bliss of dense forests, attendance to get the most spectacular views of sculptures, especially around the hills is what mighty mountains, steep valleys and sunrise and sunset in its naturally best settings Ratnagiri of Jajpur, one of the famous destinations serene waterfalls with stunning wildlife near the beach, beneath the golden sky and in Buddhist destination in Odisha lets its explorers and an unreal beauty of lakes, Odisha is above the sandy land. The city is mostly famous experience. The history of the city dates back to surely a wonderland, so is the Satkosia the for Jagannath Temple but what give us another the Dynasty of Guptas. It has been spiritually and eco-city of the state. The state counts to a best reason to pay a visit are the vibrant and heritage-wise treasured with significance making it a total of 110 species of reptiles including enticing beaches of the city. One must not superlative target to explore. The place is known for three crocodilian species, 20 species of forget to wet himself in the waves of Puri beach, its Buddhist monastery that relates to Mahayana Sect amphibians, 479 species of birds which is Golden beach, Beleshwar beach and Balighai which associates to famous kings like Ashoka and a treat for the nature lovers. beach. others from Gupta Dynasty. Ratnagiri is even popular for the flow of main rivers like Mahanadi, Brahmani, Kimiria and Birupa. 22 trendy travel trade with food & shop May 2018
Spesial Focus The Creatively Popped-up Pipli & Culinary Skills of Odisha Raghurajpur Aromatic majesty state of Odisha is known for its less spicy and much healthier with the ample They're interesting, they are artistic, they are creative and minimal amount of oil used while cooking the delicacies. Odia food as they call in the and they are unadulterated warm people who attract native place is in vivid varieties and all tastes what makes the cuisines much multi-hued and every person who hails a personal touch to the sumptuous to be lost into. Come let’s explore the various gastronomy of the state. artistic and creative talents in the state and they are Dahibara Aloodum, needs no introduction in the coastal state of Odisha and edges over any the democrats of Pipli and Raghurajpur. If you love other food variants of the state which is when served with the Dahi Bara takes you to the handicrafts and antique then these two small villages abode and nothing less. Chenna Poda is the exemplary cheese dessert made up with over- are destination to your hunt as they are with beautiful cooked cottage cheese dipped in sweet sugar syrup and makes the experience of Chhena handicrafts called Applique and Pattachitra paintings. Poda unforgettable. Mudhi-mansa is a combination of puffed rice and mutton and it is an Their history hails back to the 10th century, craftsmen amazing sumptuous treat for the meat lovers here. Kora Khai is a traditional food recipe used to make applique umbrellas and canopies for the which has special stature since it is being offered to the lords in temples of the state and later annual Jagannath Temple Rath Yatra. A village of just the devotees as a Prasad. Ghee Pitha are the most delectable sweet dish in the state of Odisha 100 households, Raghurajpur is an artist's studio at which is prepared out of love and compassion at every household and cherished by all. every house. Pattachitra paintings with religious and tribal themes are done over a piece of cloth. The Artisitc Odisha Chhau Dance is such a practice and art form which heals Chhau is one of the ancient dance form which soul and composure of it does wonders not to the was originated in the mock fights of the Oriya body but the soul as well. The art forms of dances in warriors who fought as in a part of the same Odisha tell the tales of the society from ancient and dance form performed rhythmically to the ages of Rama and Krishna. It is believed that they accompanying indigenous music instruments. are also performed with dancing before the god to please them and the temple rituals also indulge them. Dalkhai In Odisha, one can find like Odissi, Chhau, Gotipua Dalkhai is another populous ancient dance etc. Odyssey has a tradition of 2,000 years and form that is majorily performed on the occasion finds mention in the Natyashastra of Bharatamuni, of Dusserah especially in the regions of possibly written circa 200 BCE below. We will find Sambalpuri folk dance Dalkhai. It is performed some more interesting facts about those arts... in other festivals such as Bhaijiuntia, Phagun Odyssey Puni, Nuakhai, etc. Odyssey dance is a spectacular depiction of Karam the love saga of Radha and Lord Krishna. Karam or Karma literally means ‘fate’ and the The lyrical dance form inhibits such that pastoral Sambalpuri folk dance that is mainly body position that requires no vocabulary or performed while worshipping the god or frame-work as the posture itself conveys a goddess of fate the Karma Devta or Karamsani particular mood or message. These postures Devi, to whom the people consider as the root too express the moods they represent. cause of good and bad fortune. FACT FILE OF ODISHA • Biggest kitchen in the world lies in the Jagannath Temple, Puri in Odisha wherein more than 400 people cook food for lakhs of people. • The largest salt water lagoon lies in the Chilka Lake, Odisha which spreads around the area of 916 sq. km. • The Olive turtle beach of Odisha is the largest nestling ground for the turtles in the entire world. • One of the longest dam in the world lies in the Hirakund Dam, Sambalpur in Odisha and the largest man-made lake in Asia. • Shadow cast by the Konark Temple, Konark through its wheel spokes can also be used to calculate the time of the day in the most accurate manner. • Odisha has as many as 62 tribes of distinctive human kind. BY TRAIN BY ROAD Bhubaneshwar Railway Station Puri Railway Station BY AIR National Highway -5, 6, 23, 42 and 43 Rourkela Railway State The Biju Patnaik Airport, Bhubaneshwar May 2018 trendy travel trade with food & shop 23
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