Ras Al Khaimah Tourism registers record-breaking H1 performance
Ras Al Khaimah welcomed 654K visitors in H1 2025, marking its highest-ever half-year performance with 6% YoY growth and a 9% rise in tourism revenues. Strong arrivals from India (+25%), UK, China, Russia, and CIS markets powered the surge. MICE and Weddings revenue grew by 36%, while expanded air connectivity boosted visitors from Romania, Poland, and Uzbekistan. Key hotel signings and strategic global partnerships further cement RAK’s goal to double hotel keys by 2030.
Taiwan sees 30.73% surge in Indian tourist arrivals in early 2025
Taiwan continues its impressive growth in the Indian market, recording a 30.73% rise in Indian arrivals from January to May 2025, reaching 19,202 visitors compared to 14,688 during the same period in 2024. This follows a strong 20.81% annual growth last year, with 38,158 Indian travellers. Taiwan Tourism Administration’s strategic 360° market development plan, launched in January 2024, has driven this momentum.
Uber Intercity expands to 3,000+ routes
Uber has expanded its Intercity service to over 3,000 routes across India, boosting its city-to-city footprint by 50%. To further promote outstation travel, it has introduced limited-period, custom-designed Uber Intercity Motorhomes in Delhi NCR, offering a premium and comfortable travel experience. This growth aligns with India’s expanding highway infrastructure and rising demand for long-distance road travel.
Andaman to open Aves Island for Tourism
Andaman & Nicobar to launch luxury eco‑resorts across five islands including uninhabited Aves Island—the first time it will be open to tourists. The administration has invited PPP bids for five‑star resorts at Aves, Neil, Long, Smith and Port Blair’s Megapode Resort, with projects ranging from ₹36 crore to ₹391 crore for between 50 and 220 rooms. Planned amenities include wellness centres, shopping, scuba‑diving, trekking and camping.
#First Opinion
“I am glad to share that Sarova Hotels & Resorts has been recognised with top accolades at the 2025 World Travel Awards. Sarova Stanley was named Africa’s Leading City Hotel, Sarova Whitesands Beach Resort & Spa was recognised as Kenya’s Leading Beach Resort, and Sarova Mara Game Camp was awarded Kenya’s Leading Tented Safari Camp. These awards honour our deep bond with Kenya’s land, its people, and our guests. At Sarova, we don’t just host travellers—we immerse them in stories of the wild, flavours from our soil, and moments that linger for a lifetime. For Indian travellers, whether for intimate escapes or grand celebrations, we promise experiences that feel personal, soulful, and unforgettable.”
Mita Vohra,
Board Director, Sarova Hotels & Resorts
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