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STIC Travel Group, Celebrating 5 Decades of Evolution

By Disha Ghosh Friday, 15 September 2023, 5:00 PM 751

Established on September 14, 1973, as a Student Travel Information Centre, STIC Travel Group, has emerged into a company with focus on all aspects of the travel & tourism value chain. “Today, our journey encompasses partnerships with 12 international airlines, 4 cruise companies, and 3 car rental brands. Our portfolio has grown exponentially to encompass […]Continue Reading

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STB appoints Lim Kean Bon as Area Director, India, South Asia, and Africa

By TBM Staff - Mumbai Tuesday, 5 September 2023, 11:00 AM 617

The Singapore Tourism Board (STB) announced the appointment of Lim Kean Bon as Area Director, India, South Asia, and Africa on September 1. He will succeed Raymond Lim as the India market lead based in New Delhi, leading STB’s promotion, and travel trade engagement activities in Northern and Eastern India to sustain and grow affinity […]Continue Reading

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The Lalit Suri Hospitality Group appoints Rajan Kalra as Head of Sales (MICE) for Mumbai region

By TBM Staff - Mumbai Monday, 4 September 2023, 11:00 AM 640

The Lalit Suri Hospitality Group has appointed Rajan Kalra as the Head of Sales (MICE) for the Mumbai region. With an impressive career spanning over 17 years, Kalra will assume responsibility for the development and execution of comprehensive sales strategies aimed at enhancing revenue, increasing visibility, and elevating the overall perception of the esteemed Lalit […]Continue Reading

Domestic MICE Top Stories

MICE centre in Jodhpur likely to give tourism a boost in Rajasthan

By TBM Staff - Mumbai Tuesday, 29 August 2023, 3:15 PM 1138

The Chief Minister of Rajasthan Ashok Gehlot has approved an initial amount of approximately INR 25 crore to set up a MICE (Meeting Incentive Conference and Exhibition) centre in Jodhpur, which is becoming popular for hosting national and international events. A tourism department official said the MICE centre would be built on 5,650 square metres […]Continue Reading

Cruise Top Stories

Thomas Cook, SOTC launch extensive range of cruise holidays

By TBM Staff - Mumbai Tuesday, 8 August 2023, 1:30 PM 1772

Thomas Cook India & SOTC’s India Holiday Report 2023 highlights unique trends – including a 70% surge in cruise holidays/sea-cations. To capitalise on this significant potential, Thomas Cook (India) Limited and its Group Company, SOTC Travel, have launched an extensive range of Cruise Holidays: from short cruise getaways/weekenders, river cruises, Polar cruises Continue Reading

Interviews Top Stories

‘Currently, Indian travellers constitute the largest proportion of Sentosa’s international guests’

By Prasenjit Chakraborty Saturday, 5 August 2023, 4:10 PM 984

We are working with the right people and partners to penetrate the Tier-II & III markets. Therefore, the cities with direct air connectivity to Singapore are on our radar, says Chin Sak Hin, Assistant Chief Executive & CFO, Sentosa Development Corporation, in an exclusive interview with Prasenjit Chakraborty. Q. What is the purpose of your […]Continue Reading