Sri Lanka Tourism showcases MICE potential at Bengaluru Roadshow
Sri Lanka Convention Bureau, supported by Sri Lanka Tourism Promotion Bureau, recently hosted a successful MICE Roadshow and Press Conference at Taj Westend, Bengaluru. The event attracted top Indian MICE planners and corporate travel experts, with a strong Sri Lankan delegation comprising 20 DMCs, hotels, and tourism officials. The initiative reinforced India’s position as a key source market, contributing over 204,000 visitors in the first five months of 2025.
IEML to launch Plume Hotels in Greater Noida
Building on the success of ExpoInn Suites & Convention, India Expo Mart Limited (IEML) is set to launch Plume Hotels, a new mid-scale lifestyle brand catering to modern travellers. Strategically located within walking distance of India Expo Mart, Greater Noida, Plume is designed for exhibitors, business travellers, and urban explorers seeking comfort, convenience, and character. The brand promises thoughtfully designed spaces, efficient service, and seamless accessibility.
FAITH Conclave 2025 to spotlight Indian Tourism’s invincible spirit
FAITH will host its annual Conclave on August 12–13 at Taj Palace, New Delhi. Titled “Indian Tourism: Invincible Spirit!”, the event will feature high-level sessions on exponential tourism growth, MSMEs, inbound strategies, and border tourism. Senior government leaders, policy makers, and industry stalwarts like Amitabh Kant, Puneet Chhatwal, Rajesh Magow, and Pieter Elbers are expected to participate, shaping a bold vision for Indian tourism’s future.
Ventive Hospitality expands partnership with Marriott International
Ventive Hospitality along with its promoter group companies, has expanded its partnership with Marriott International through management contracts for seven luxury, upper upscale, and upscale hotels totaling 1,548 rooms across India and Sri Lanka. This includes new developments in Varanasi, Mundra, Pune, Navi Mumbai, and Sri Lanka. The collaboration features multiple brand entries, including Ritz-Carlton Reserve, JW Marriott, and Moxy.
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“At One Above, our goal has always been simple — to make global travel easy, efficient, and reliable for the Indian market. Today, with a presence in over 30 countries across the Middle East, Europe, Africa, and Southeast Asia, we’re proud to represent destinations that are diverse, dynamic, and demand-driven. Handling this scale requires more than strong partnerships — it demands innovation. That’s why we’ve built ONEGLOBE, our all-new online B2B portal designed to give travel agents instant access to real-time itineraries, competitive rates, and immediate confirmations. Whether it’s FIT, MICE, exotic escapes, or family holidays — the platform brings it all together, seamlessly.”
Rahim Aslam,
Founder, One Above Global DMC
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