UP launches India’s first Vistadome Jungle Safari Train
Uttar Pradesh has become the first state in India to launch a Vistadome jungle safari train, connecting Katarniaghat Wildlife Sanctuary in Bahraich with Dudhwa Tiger Reserve in Pilibhit. The service, currently operational on weekends, offers a unique wildlife experience through panoramic glass-roof coaches, showcasing the region’s rich biodiversity. Plans are underway to expand the service to daily operations.
Auxilia Networks appointed India Rep for European Tourism Association (ETOA)
Indian tourism consultancy firm Auxilia Networks has been appointed India representatives for ETOA, Europe’s premier tourism association. With over 1,100 members from global brands to independent small businesses, serving 63 origin markets, ETOA is a powerful platform with a strong voice to enable a sustainable business environment for the development and growth of both European tourism and tourism entities in other markets.
OYO adds 3500 corporate clients in FY25, records 20% YOY growth
OYO has announced that its business accelerator division has added over 3500 new corporate clients in FY25, marking a 20% year-on-year growth in its corporate portfolio. OYO now has a network of more than 6500 corporate clients with this addition. Mumbai emerged as the top-performing market, adding over 700 new corporate clients in the past year, followed by Hyderabad with 400 and Pune with 350. Other major metro cities include Chennai and Bangalore.
FHRAI hosts Harit Yoga at Nandi Hills in collaboration with Prestige Group
The Federation of Hotel & Restaurant Associations of India (FHRAI), in collaboration with Prestige Group and supported by the Ministry of AYUSH, successfully organized the “Harit Yoga” event on May 17, 2025, at JW Marriott Prestige Golfshire Resort, Devanahalli, Nandi Hills. The event witnessed enthusiastic participation from over 150 individuals, including 85 students from REVA University, 55 from Lakshmi Group of Institutions, and additional attendees from the local community and hospitality sector.
#First Opinion
“Recognising the need for collective insight and decisive action, the Adventure Tour Operators Association of India (ATOAI) is stepping up with a timely and thought-provoking virtual event: ‘Turning Tides: Navigating Upcoming Tourism Trends’. Scheduled for May 20, 2025, from 4 – 5 PM (IST), this one-hour online dialogue will bring together some of the most respected voices in the Indian travel and tourism landscape. The tourism industry has weathered many storms—and every time, we have emerged stronger. We are at another such inflection point, offering us the chance to pause, reset and reimagine.”
Ajeet Bajaj,
President, ATOAI
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