REVENGE TRAVEL
Techie takes revenge: Launches website to expose airlines after girlfriend's lost luggage
Pieter Levels, frustrated by his girlfriend's lost luggage incident with Vueling Airlines, launched luggagelosers.com. This innovative website ranks airlines based on their rates of lost baggage using real-time data sourced from social media. The initiative aims to empower travelers with information while advocating for improved baggage handling standards across the airline industry.
Going forward, expect good growth from Aadifidelis Solutions: Shikhar Aggarwal, BLS International
Shikhar Aggarwal, Joint MD, BLS International Services talks about inclusion in Nifty tourism index, synergies from buying stake in Aadifidelis Solutions and more. Aggarwal also discusses the major contract renewals which are expected in the next six to nine months. He also says that in one, one-and-a-half years, multiple contracts are expected from European and North American markets
Respond with a smile not a slap
A female CISF personnel at Chandigarh airport allegedly slapped MP Kangana Ranaut after a verbal altercation. Social media reactions were divided. The incident highlights the impact of social media proximity and the need for composure in such situations.
Kejriwal travelling with accused shows where his loyalty lies: BJP
BJP urges no interference in probe of alleged assault on AAP MP Swati Maliwal at Kejriwal's residence, questioning who was present and their role during the incident.
Top luggage firms see slower growth in Q4
Samsonite, Safari, and VIP Industries faced growth declines in India. Samsonite's business fell 10%, Safari's growth slid to 21%, and VIP Industries saw sales taper to 14%. China regained Samsonite's top market position post travel restrictions. Neetu Kashiramka discussed industry growth, and the shift towards hard luggage was highlighted in a RedSeer report.
Leisure is leading although individual business travel is coming back:Hyatt Hotels CEO
Hoplamazian sees a positive outlook for India's hospitality sector with strong demand drivers in domestic business travel, international tourism recovery, and a sustainable growth environment as leisure travel leads the industry. He says, the amount of money spent on domestic leisure travel versus inbound leisure travel is something like seven to one.
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Independent & global hotels find they need each other
For big chains, new franchise agreements from conversions keep investors happy by opening new hotels in the short term. Meanwhile, independent, unbranded hotels like switching to franchise agreements because it gives them greater access to potential bookings and cheaper financing from lenders.
Travel firms ramp up hiring amidst governmental push on tourism
Indian travel companies are aggressively hiring mid-senior talent with AI and automation skills from hospitality and tech sectors, offering lucrative compensation packages. Recruitment firms like Michael Page India, Fidius Advisory, and Claricent Partners witness a surge in mandates.
Falling fares and an AI arms race: What travelers can expect in 2024
Airfares in the US will decrease while international airfares will increase in 2024 due to increased airplane capacity and a drop in jet fuel costs. AI will play a bigger role in travel this year, with chatbots and biometrics being used to improve the booking process and enhance security at airports.
Bitten by the travel bug, young Indians find a cure in loans
With the market having expanded, evident in the definitive uptick in travel loans, the average loan value per person has dropped about a quarter to Rs 1.5 lakh per person. The average value has seen a reduction given the large increase of younger travellers availing of loans -- for both domestic and short-haul overseas destinations.
Soul searching, rebooting, going off the grid amongst the top travel trends for Indians
Indians are increasingly looking at travel, not as a means of escape but as a mechanism to live their best lives. Travel platform MakeMyTrip found that Indians are booking more premium accommodations for a greater number of nights, despite the typical increase in holiday fares.
Travel in 2023: 12 months that 'took chaos to a new level'
This year "took chaos to a new level," said Henry Harteveldt, a travel industry analyst for Atmosphere Research. "It seems that the world is on fire and the travel industry and travelers are affected by all of these disruptions everywhere."
DreamSetGo records 30% growth since the pandemic; facilitated 7500+ sports travelers in 2023
In 2023, DreamSetGo facilitated over 7500+ sports travelers across 14 global sporting events, a 30% increase since the pandemic. This indicates an increased appetite amongst sports travel and luxury experiences, the company said. ‘Revenge travel’ is a key factor to this demand. The insights are based on DreamSetGo’s booking and demand data between January 2023 - and December 2023.
Netflix's new K-Dramas line-up in 2024
In the year 2024, the streaming giant promises a delightful array of dramas that will undoubtedly leave audiences on the edge of their seats. From fantasy romance to action-packed thrillers, Netflix's lineup for the upcoming year is a treasure trove of storytelling diversity. Let's take a sneak peek into the compelling narratives and stellar casts that await viewers in the realm of K-dramas on Netflix in 2024.
India's hotels are getting grand central
The recent passing of P.R.S. 'Biki' Oberoi carries a certain irony and poignancy, aligning with a period of resurgence in India's hospitality industry. The sector is currently experiencing an unprecedented wave of revenge tourism, as Indians embark on longer and more luxurious holidays following the challenging Covid restrictions.
Tokyo Revengers season 3 episode 3: Release date, time and what you need to know
After the Japanese TV broadcast, the anime will be available for streaming on Disney Plus.
EaseMyTrip gained market share in last 2 quarters; there are tailwinds from aviation also: Prashant Pitti
"I do not think there is any revenge travel anymore. This is just the new way of life. One thing Covid has taught us for the long term is that life is very fragile and the best way to live in the moment is to travel and this is what we are seeing. The average ticket volume or the average value also has increased. People are opting more for four star, five star; people are opting more for villas; people are opting more for business class travel"
HDFC Bank launches new credit card with Marriott
The bank aims to cash in on 'revenge spending' by customers on travel by launching this credit card, said Parag Rao, head of digital payments at HDFC Bank.
Data protection bill will be a 'game changer' for the country: RateGain Travel Tech's Bhanu Chopra
The AI-powered SaaS solutions provider for the hospitality and travel industry reported an 80% year-on-year growth in revenues for the quarter ended June.
Remittances overseas, travel spends soared in May to beat TCS hit
Significantly RBI data indicates a surge under all major heads of eligible transactions. But Spends on overseas travel which accounts for over half of LRS or liberalised remittances scheme rose 50 percent in May to $1.5 billion.
Tokyo Revengers Season 3 confirmed, adapting thrilling Tenjiku Arc in popular manga series
Tokyo Revengers fans worldwide were thrilled by the confirmation of the release of season 3 through an exciting new teaser trailer. Here are the details of the new season.
EaseMyTrip eyes ‘significant’ revenue boost from new insurance business, COO Lokendra Saini says
EaseMyTrip, an Indian travel aggregator, expects a significant revenue boost from general insurance business that it is set to roll out. COO Lokendra Saini said insurance is a natural addition to travel-related products as customers want insurance for their lives, journeys and fulfilment. EaseMyTrip has also suggested alternatives to the government for new 20% TCS levied on overseas travel, a levy that is likely to hurt the industry.
Travel before saving, or save before travelling?
While travelholics would argue in favour of touring the world long before retirement, it may not always be the right decision to take.
Travelling this summer? Bookmark these tips
Dr. Shravan Subramanyam, former MD, Wipro GE Healthcare, often combined work trips with leisure. Here are some of his best travel tips for managing business and leisure with ease.
Revenge travel has limits, not tourism
Essentially, inflation is shoring up leisure travel numbers while business travel remains muted. Spillovers are expected into the next summer holiday season. But rapidly cooling economies will find it difficult to sustain the tempo once pent-up vacation savings are whittled down. India is likely to remain an outlier here because of its strong recovery, tourism capacity constraints and its overwhelming dependence on budget travellers.
Have travail, will travel
In practical point of view, policymakers must not ignore this kind of phenomenon that affects the tourism industry these days due to the Covid-19 pandemic. The tourism industry must be ready to accommodate revenge travellers to initiate tourism and revive the tourism industry.
From Uttarakhand to Dubai, Samantha Ruth Prabhu is on 'revenge travel' mode
The actress tried salads, Lebanese food and desserts during her trip.
Freo co-founder is in the mood for some revenge travel, wants to make up for 2 lost years
An African Safari is on Bala Parthasarathy's bucket list.
Glamping: Decoding a brand new Covid-time trend in travel & holidaying
Glamping — a portmanteau of the words “glamorous” and “camping” — is meant for those who want to experience the great outdoors but not rough it out. While glamping has, for long, had takers globally, in India the pandemic is driving the demand for it as more people are looking to holiday in the relative safety of seclusion.
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