QUICK SHOTS
What does travel mean to you? Define it in one word.
Passion.
If you could sell only one experience for the rest of your career, what would it be?
A serene Kerala backwaters escape.
If your work life had a movie title, what would you call it?
The Road Less Travelled
What is one life lesson the travel industry has taught you?
Forgive quickly, move forward, and keep building relationships.
Name one destination that deserves more love from the travel trade.
Kerala, beyond the usual postcard experiences.
Geeta Maheshwari, Founder & Director, H&M Services
Oman Air offers connectivity from India to three new destinations
Oman Air has announced seamless connectivity from India to three new destinations via Muscat — Tashkent, Sochi and Abu Dhabi. The airline is offering all-inclusive return fares starting from ₹60,565 for Tashkent, ₹73,058 for Sochi and ₹36,930 for Abu Dhabi in Economy Class. Business Class fares start from ₹2,77,745 for Tashkent, ₹2,53,501 for Sochi and ₹98,372 for Abu Dhabi. Terms and conditions apply.
Minor Hotels reports strong rebound in Middle East bookings
Minor Hotels has reported a strong rebound in travel demand across the Middle East, with room-night bookings rising 143 per cent in the last week of June. International wholesale bookings surged 575 per cent, driven by markets such as the UK, Germany and Russia. The group also recorded a 23 per cent increase in rooms revenue during Eid Al Abha, reflecting renewed travel confidence and strong regional demand.
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Gaurav Jain appointed Chief Financial Officer at Cygnet Hotels & Resorts