MNTO gears up for OTM 2026 as Morocco records 224% surge in Indian tourist arrivals
The Moroccan National Tourism Office (MNTO) has confirmed its participation at OTM 2026, to be held February 5–7 at Jio World Convention Centre, Mumbai. The announcement follows Morocco’s record year, welcoming 19.8 million global tourists, a 14% rise from the previous year. Indian arrivals reached 53,697 visitors, showing 31% year-on-year growth and a remarkable 224% surge since 2019, reinforcing India as a key source market.
Raffles Udaipur appoints Sukhpreet Singh Bath as Hotel Manager
Raffles Udaipur has announced the appointment of Sukhpreet Singh Bath as its new Hotel Manager. In his role, he will oversee overall hotel operations, ensuring service excellence and upholding the brand’s signature standards of refined hospitality. Sukhpreet will lead strategic operational planning, enhance guest satisfaction, and collaborate closely with the Executive Committee to strengthen performance, culture, and brand integrity.
QUICKBITES
Your most unexpected skill outside travel?
A trained singer—I’ve done professional gigs and still sing passionately as a hobby.
One mistake in travel you’re glad you made?
Planning my first 62-pax Egypt incentive without a site visit—chaotic, but we fixed it on ground and won future business.
The travel buzzword you’re officially tired of hearing?
“Offbeat destination” — because once everyone promotes it, it’s no longer offbeat.
Your go-to travel hack that always works?
Slow down, don’t overpack the itinerary—explore deeply and enjoy the moment.
If travel had a theme song, what would yours be?
Yunhi Chala Chal Rahi — because the journey itself is beautiful.
Dipti Pradhan Thakoor, Director, Adventure Holidays, National Board Member & Event Head – ETAA
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