Andhra & Telangana vie for Tourism Investment surge
Andhra Pradesh has secured over ₹10,600 crore in tourism investments, anchored by plans for 10,000 homestays across key regions and the development of 50,000 hotel rooms. Meanwhile, Telangana has unveiled a bold new tourism policy targeting ₹15,000 crore investment and an estimated 50,000 jobs through PPP-led initiatives including resorts, wellness centres, and eco-tourism projects. Together, both states are positioning themselves as emerging tourism powerhouses in South India.
LOT Polish Airlines expands to Stavanger from November 2025
LOT Polish Airlines will launch four weekly flights from Warsaw to Stavanger, Norway, starting 24 November 2025. Operated by Boeing 737 MAX 8, the year-round service will fly on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays. Stavanger, known as the gateway to Norway’s fjords and hub of its oil industry, adds to LOT’s growing European network. Indian travellers can connect via LOT’s daily nonstop flights from Delhi and Mumbai, ensuring seamless access across Europe and beyond.
Malaysia Airlines & Firefly open new ASEAN Gateways
Malaysia Airlines, with subsidiary Firefly, is boosting regional access through Kuala Lumpur with new routes to Krabi (17 Nov 2025), Siem Reap (27 Nov 2025), and Cebu (2 Dec 2025). Travellers from India, Australia, the UK, and more can connect via Malaysia Airlines’ global network. Fares start at INR 20,999 for Economy, with attractive Business Class options. The campaign, valid until 2 October 2025, covers travel until 31 August 2026.
Club Med to debut first resort in South Africa
Club Med will enter South Africa in July 2026 with the opening of Club Med South Africa Beach & Safari on KwaZulu-Natal’s Dolphin Coast. Sales open in October 2025. Spread over 32 hectares, the resort will feature 411 rooms, including an Exclusive Collection section, and combine luxury beach holidays with Big Five safari experiences. Located just 30 minutes from King Shaka International Airport, the property highlights Zulu culture and sustainable design.
#First Opinion
“We are extremely delighted to sign this Memorandum of Understanding with Thomas Cook India. The idea behind this collaboration is to see how Ministry of Tourism can collect real-time feedback from users at key destinations across the country. Our aim is to use this data as a foundation to identify and promote destinations that are able to provide great experiences. This marks the first step in a long journey ahead, and we hope this partnership proves fruitful for both of us.”
Suman Billa,
Additional Secretary & Director General – Ministry of Tourism, Government of India
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