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Trek in Morocco: Mohamed Imerhane’s Journey from the High Atlas to Global Hearts

By Susmita Ghosh In the land where the peaks of the Atlas Mountains meet the golden expanse of the Sahara, a humble yet passionate man is quietly building a bridge between cultures through the power of travel. Meet Mohamed Imerhane, a multilingual, government-certified mountain guide, and the soul behind Trek in Morocco—a travel experience company […]

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Tourism Budget 2025: India charts a bold path to global leadership

By Netpal Travel BureauIn an innovative move to redefine India’s place on the global tourismmap, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman presented the Union Budget2025-2026 with a strong drive on the travel and tourism sector. Thebudget outlines a future-forward roadmap centred on infrastructuredevelopment, sustainability, digital transformation, and inclusivegrowth.“Tourism is not just a sector, it is a powerful […]

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February 2025: India’s Travel Industry Takes Centre Stage with Trade Shows

By Spl CorrespondentAs the global travel industry surges back with renewed energy, India set the tone inFebruary 2025 with two of its most dynamic travel trade events—SATTE in NewDelhi and IITM in Kolkata. These landmark gatherings not only showcased India’sdiverse tourism offerings but also fostered meaningful global collaborations, industryinsights, and innovative networking opportunities.Held from February […]

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OTM Mumbai 2025: Asia’s largest Travel Trade Show unveils a world of destinations

By Susmita Ghosh in Mumbai Mumbai once again played host to the much-anticipated Outbound Travel Mart (OTM) 2025, Asia’s largest and most influential travel trade show, held from January 31 to February 2 at Jio World Convention Centre. With an impressive line-up of over 2,100 exhibitors, the event brought together tourism boards from more than […]

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What Rail Travel Looks Like in 2025

‘Innovations Set to Transform Train Journeys in India’ By a Staff Reporter As 2025 approaches, India’s railways are on the brink of a transformative era, redefining how the nation travels. From the long-awaited debut of high-speed bullet trains to the introduction of cutting-edge sleeper services, the rail sector is poised to deliver faster, more comfortable, […]

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Durga Puja: A UNESCO ‘Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity’

By Susmita Ghosh Exciting news for culture lovers—Durga Puja in Kolkata has officially been recognized by UNESCO as part of its Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity! This global acknowledgment places Durga Puja among 14 other cultural treasures from India, showcasing the country’s vibrant and diverse traditions. Durga Puja is one of West Bengal’s most beloved […]

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“India Surges Ahead: Nepal’s Premier Inbound Tourism Market in February”

In a resounding testament to Nepal’s burgeoning tourism recovery, India has emerged as the leading inbound tourist market in February. Despite the challenges posed by the ongoing pandemic, the Himalayan nation is witnessing a gradual resurgence in its vital tourism sector. According to data released by the Nepal Tourism Board (NTB), of the total 97,426 […]