Compiled by Debanjali Rakshit Amadeus and Shiji: The Tech Partnership Changing Hotel Operations In a world of hospitality that requires managing multiple technology vendors and partners can sometimes feel like cat herding, two behemoths have just arm-in-arm in a way that will make you look. On Sept. 15, 2025, Amadeus, the Spanish travel technology giant, […]
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August Horizons: Renewed Imagination in Tourism
August arrives with a refreshing vibrancy for the travel and tourism industry. InIndia, the monsoon has transformed the landscape into a canvas of lush greens andflowing rivers, creating experiences that are both serene and adventurous. Oncedismissed as the “off-season,” monsoon tourism today attracts travelers who seekthe magic of misty hills, backwater cruises, and cultural journeys […]
Delhi’s Heritage Finds Its Nightlife
By Spl CorrespondentDelhi after dark meant pubs, raves, coffee nights, and the occasional ice-cream runfor the longest time. But the capital has quietly begun rewriting its story. Today,when the sun dips behind Lutyens’ columns and the city’s chaos softens, anotherDelhi comes alive, its history glowing in warm lights, its monuments opening theirdoors beyond sunset.Night tourism […]
Living in Green Silence: The Untold Story of the Cholanaikkans
By Netpal Travel BureauIn the Nilgiris, hidden deep inside the forests, lives a small tribe of about 200 people,the Cholanaikkans. They call themselves Malai Nayakkar, meaning “leaders of thehills.” For centuries, they remained unknown to the outside world. It was only in thelate 1970s that the Kerala Forest Department discovered them, living quietly in rockshelters, […]
Beyond Everest’s Shadow: Nepal opens 97 mountains for free
By Spl. Reporter Climbing Mount Everest has long been the ultimate adventure dream. But with apermit alone now costing $15,000 not counting flights, guides, gear and weeks ofpreparation. The world’s tallest peak is increasingly becoming an expensive,exclusive pursuit. Add to that the crowds, queues at the summit ridge, and concernsover safety, and Everest no longer […]
‘Seasons of Travel, Moments of Meaning’
Dear Readers, As the warmth of July unfolds, we welcome you to another vibrant edition of Netpal Travel, where every page continues to be a passport to inspiration, discovery, and meaningful connections within the global travel community. This month, we celebrate the ever-evolving spirit of exploration — from rediscovering heritage trails across India to spotlighting […]
Travel Synergy Kolkata 2025: Confluence of cultures, commerce & collaboration
By Susmita Ghosh When purpose meets passion, the result is nothing short of powerful. On July 8, 2025, the Travel Network Meet (TNM) Global Forum hosted its much-anticipated Travel Synergy Roadshow at the iconic Hotel Hindusthan International (HHI), Kolkata—and what unfolded was more than just an event. It was a convergence of visions, voices, and […]
The Strategic Season: Why travel events peak between rains and rush?
By Netpal Travel BureauAs raindrops begin to rhythmically caress the earth and the monsoon settles over much of India, there’s a quiet magic in the air—an interlude of sorts. While many travellers slow down, preferring to stay indoors or escape to quieter retreats, something else begins to stir in the corridors of the travel industry.A […]
Tamhini Ghat: Where the clouds touch the Earth
By Spl Correspondent There are places where nature doesn’t just live—it performs. Then, there are seasons that bring out its best act. Come monsoon, Maharashtra’s Tamhini Ghat transforms into a stage set by the gods—lush, mist-kissed, and gently soaked in green. If you ever doubted that monsoon could be romantic, this forgotten corner of the […]
TTF Kolkata 2025: Vibrant canvas of India’s tourism revival
By Netpal Travel Bureau Kolkata, the City of Joy came alive with the hues of Incredible India as the Travel & Tourism Fair (TTF) Kolkata 2025 unfurled at Biswa Bangla Mela Prangan. Against the backdrop of monsoon drizzles and infectious energy, this year’s TTF wasn’t just a trade fair, but was a celebration of India’s […]