Air India adds 36 extra flights to Europe and Canada
Air India will operate 36 additional flights between 19 and 28 March 2026 to meet rising international travel demand amid ongoing disruptions in West Asia. The extra services will cover key routes including Delhi and Mumbai to London, and Delhi to Frankfurt, Zurich and Toronto. The move will add over 10,000 seats, enhancing connectivity and offering travellers more options during a period of limited capacity.
Moustache expands in Himalayas with McLeodGanj launch
Moustache Group of Hotels has launched Moustache Select McLeodGanj in Dharamshala, marking its eighth property in the Himalayan region. Located in Upper Bhagsu at 2,100 metres, the hotel offers premium comfort with panoramic mountain views. Positioned under its mid-range Select brand, the property caters to rising demand for hill stays, especially ahead of the peak summer season, as Himachal Pradesh continues to see strong tourist footfall.
OPO strengthens NCR presence with Gurugram signing
OPO has expanded its footprint in the NCR with the signing of OPO Horizon Lyro in Gurugram’s DLF Cyber City. Featuring 50 rooms and a 40-cover restaurant, the property caters primarily to corporate and transit travellers. With strong connectivity to major business hubs and the airport, the hotel reinforces OPO’s presence in Gurugram, marking its third property in the city and strengthening its position in a high-demand corporate market.
Klook Index highlights Japan, South Korea Spring travel demand
Klook’s Spring Readiness Index reveals strong interest among Indian travellers for Japan and South Korea during the spring season. Japan emerged as the top choice, followed by South Korea, driven by seasonal attractions like cherry blossoms. The report highlights a shift towards experience-led travel, with many travellers booking activities closer to departure. Millennials and Gen Z dominate demand, while concerns include pricing, availability, and weather uncertainties.
#First Opinion
“StarDream Cruises is introducing first-of-its-kind Bhajan Jamming experience onboard in Southeast Asia. What makes Bhajan Jamming special is that it’s participatory and collective. It is not about watching a performance, it is about being part of the music. Bringing that same format to sea creates quite a different setting for it. When travellers step away from their everyday routines, moments like these naturally allow them to slow down, reconnect, and share the experience together.”
Naresh Rawal,
Senior Vice President – Sales & Marketing, StarDream Cruises
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