New Delhi, July 29, 2026: The LaLiT Suri Hospitality Group announced the launch of ‘Hospitality With A Heart’, a defining brand philosophy that brings together the values that have shaped the Group’s journey for over three decades. More than a campaign, Hospitality With A Heart reaffirms The LaLiT’s enduring commitment to authentic Indian hospitality, inclusion, sustainability and meaningful guest experiences.

Inspired by the founding vision of the founder chairman, Lalit Suri and carried forward by Dr. Jyotsna Suri, Chairperson & Managing Director, The LaLiT Suri Hospitality Group, the philosophy reflects the belief that hospitality is not merely about exceptional service, but about making every guest feel genuinely welcomed, valued and cared for.

Built around three enduring pillars—Homegrown, Inclusive and Sustainable—Hospitality With A Heart celebrates India’s rich cultural heritage while embracing diversity and responsible business practices.

As a proudly Indian hospitality brand, The LaLiT has always drawn inspiration from the destinations it calls home. From architecture and cuisine to local art, culture and craftsmanship, every hotel offers guests an immersive experience that reflects the unique identity of its region while upholding the timeless Indian tradition of Atithi Devo Bhava.

The philosophy also reinforces The LaLiT’s long-standing leadership in inclusive hospitality. Through its inclusive employment initiatives and in collaboration with the Keshav Suri Foundation, the Group has created opportunities for over 2,000 members of the LGBTQIA+ community through

skilling, employment and empowerment programmes. The organisation has also championed equal opportunities for persons with disabilities, acid attack survivors, neurodivergent individuals and people from other underrepresented communities, fostering workplaces where everyone belongs.

Sustainability remains another cornerstone of the philosophy, encompassing not just the environment but also people, communities, and long-term responsible growth. At The LaLiT, it is about creating a sustainable balance where business success goes hand in hand with the well-being of employees, local communities, and the planet. From planting over 20 lakh trees across India and operating six net-zero carbon footprint properties to promoting zero-waste kitchens, supporting local artisans and farmers through locally sourced produce, and embedding responsible practices across its operations, The LaLiT continues to make sustainability an integral part of how it operates and grows.

Announcing the launch, Dr. Jyotsna Suri, Chairperson & Managing Director, The LaLiT Suri Hospitality Group, said:

“Hospitality With A Heart reflects who we are at The LaLiT. We have always believed that true luxury is about making people feel welcome, respected and valued. As a proudly Indian hospitality group, our commitment to inclusion, sustainability and genuine care has shaped our journey and continues to guide us every day. Hospitality With A Heart brings this philosophy to life and reaffirms our promise to our guests, our people and the communities we serve.”

With this launch, The LaLiT Suri Hospitality Group reinforces its position as one of India’s leading hospitality brands—where luxury is enriched by purpose, every destination tells a local story, and every guest is welcomed with warmth, dignity and heart.

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 ITA Airways is launching the “Large Dog On Board” service, designed to allow dogs weighing up to 30 kg to travel in the cabin without a carrier on select “Large Dog” domestic scheduled flights.

The service, available for purchase starting today and operational as of August 3, can be booked through ITA Airways’ Customer Information Assistance Office (CIAO) at least four days prior to the flight date. The launch of the service follows the first demonstration flight conducted last September from Milan Linate to Rome Fiumicino, during which two large dogs traveled in the cabin without a carrier.

In this first phase, the Large Dog On Board service will initially be available on selected domestic flights operated by ITA Airways, in compliance with the maximum number of Large Dogs allowed on board under the authorization granted by ENAC.

With the launch of the “Large Dog On Board” service, a maximum of two large dogs – one weighing up to 30 kg in Business Class and another weighing up to 15 kg in Economy Class – will be transported in the cabin in spaces reserved for them. During the first two months after the service’s launch, a maximum of two standard-sized dogs (weighing up to 10 kg) will be allowed on board (only in Economy Class and at least eight rows away from the large dogs). Subsequently, the number of standard-sized dogs will increase to four. ITA Airways plans to expand the service on domestic flights and to extend it to international flights, subject to the progressive review of limits and procedures by the competent regulatory authorities.

With the introduction of this service on its flights, ITA Airways is playing a leading role in another historic milestone for Italian commercial aviation by implementing the new regulations on the transport of dogs in the cabin adopted by ENAC, the Italian Civil Aviation Authority. 

“With the launch of the Large Dog On Board service, ITA Airways is taking a concrete step toward a way of traveling that is increasingly attentive to the needs of its passengers”, says Joerg Eberhart, CEO and General Manager of ITA Airways. “We have listened to our customers’ requests and worked together with ENAC – whom I would like to thank – to allow them to travel with their four-legged friends, avoiding separation and making the flight experience more comfortable for the whole family. This achievement confirms our commitment to promoting innovative, responsible air travel that combines customer care, the well-being of dogs, and full compliance with safety requirements”.

The launch of the first domestic scheduled flights open to large dogs marks a significant evolution in the travel experience offered by ITA Airways. The new service underscores the airline’s focus on customer needs and its commitment to offering innovative solutions, while fully complying with safety requirements and ensuring the well-being of all passengers.

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Whether families are looking for a short cultural break, an adventure-filled holiday, or a relaxing beach retreat, Royal Jordanian presents an array of destinations perfectly suited for monsoon
travel.

Discover the Wonders of Jordan

Jordan offers Indian families a unique blend of history, adventure, and natural beauty. From exploring the ancient city of Petra and floating in the Dead Sea to experiencing the dramatic landscapes of Wadi Rum, travellers can enjoy a destination that caters to all age groups. Jordan’s welcoming hospitality, family-friendly attractions, and rich cultural heritage make it an
ideal monsoon escape.

Beyond Jordan: Explore Europe and North America

Through its hub in Amman, Royal Jordanian connects travellers to a diverse portfolio of destinations across Europe and North America, including cities such as Paris, Rome, Amsterdam, Frankfurt, Toronto, and New York. Families can enjoy cooler weather, world-class attractions, and memorable experiences while benefiting from convenient connections and a seamless travel experience. Royal Jordanian serves an extensive international network through Amman, offering onward connectivity to dozens of destinations across multiple continents.

Exclusive Monsoon Travel Offers

To inspire Indian travellers to make the most of the season, Royal Jordanian is introducing limited-period monsoon fares and exclusive travel offers across select destinations. In addition to attractive promotional fares, the airline is also extending special Student Fare discounts for students travelling overseas for higher education and Marine Fare discounts tailored for seafarers, making international travel more affordable for these segments. Travellers can also benefit from convenient schedules, generous baggage allowances, and the renowned Jordanian hospitality that has made Royal Jordanian a preferred choice for international travellers.

Families, students, and marine professionals planning their monsoon travel are encouraged to book early to take advantage of these limited-time offers and secure their preferred travel dates.

Enhanced Connectivity for Indian Travellers

Royal Jordanian has strengthened its presence in the Indian market with direct connectivity between India and Amman, providing travellers with greater convenience and access to the airline’s global network. The service reinforces Royal Jordanian’s commitment to supporting the growing demand for outbound leisure travel from India while offering seamless connections to key destinations worldwide.

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The comprehensive trade event took place in Goa from 20–23 July; and brought together 75 leading travel buyers from across India and 49 New Zealand tourism businesses. This year’s event has been designed to strengthen commercial partnerships, build trade capability and increase consideration for New Zealand as a year-round holiday destination. The flagship event continues its momentum, as New Zealand recorded Indian arrivals at 125% of 2019 levels in the year ended May 2026. Visitor expenditure (in YE March 26) climbed to NZD229M, nearly 49% higher than pre-pandemic levels.

Commenting on the success of this year’s event, Gregg Wafelbakker, Regional Director Asia, Tourism New Zealand, says, “The Indian traveller is looking beyond traditional holidays towards richer, more immersive experiences across culture, adventure, culinary discovery, and wellness. New Zealand delivers this holiday experience, and more. Kiwi Link India reflects Tourism New Zealand’s commitment to working closely with our trusted travel trade partners to unlock demand, deepen relationships, share market intelligence, and inspire confidence in promoting destination New Zealand.” 

Kiwi Link India builds on more than two decades of Tourism New Zealand’s trade engagement in India, consistently building commercial relationships, deepening destination knowledge, negotiating new business, and helping curate experiences that reflect the evolving preferences of Indian travellers.

As Tourism New Zealand continues to invest in the Indian market, Kiwi Link remains a cornerstone of its trade engagement strategy, creating stronger industry connections, expanding destination knowledge and supporting the travel trade in converting growing interest into future visitation.

Prospective participants for Kiwi Link India 2027 are advised to monitor this link for updates regarding application dates and the event prospectus.

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Travelling across Mumbai, Delhi, Chandigarh, Indore, Kolkata, and Ahmedabad, the delegation interacted with more than 350+ travel planners and tour operators, creating a platform focused on business development, product education, and long-term partnerships.

The roadshow reflected the growing participation of New Zealand’s tourism suppliers in engaging directly with the Indian travel trade. Bringing together diverse tourism experiences under one platform, the delegation showcased the depth and variety of experiences available across New Zealand while strengthening long-standing relationships with travel professionals across India.

Joining the delegation were Air New Zealand, the country’s national carrier, alongside leading tourism partners including Entrada Travel Group, Hobbiton™ Movie Set, Polynesian Spa, Destination Queenstown and Lake Wānaka Tourism, RealNZ, RotoruaNZ, Skyline Enterprises, Sudima Hotels, Te Puia, Development West Coast, Distinction Hotels Group, Ngāi Tahu Tourism, Waimangu Volcanic Valley, Terra and Tide and General Travel’s own product Kiwiway Vacations.

The roadshow featured destination presentations, product showcases, scheduled business meetings and networking sessions, allowing Indian travel professionals to engage directly with suppliers and gain deeper insights into New Zealand’s diverse tourism offerings, ranging from luxury and self-drive holidays to Māori cultural experiences, wellness, adventure, premium accommodation and bespoke itineraries.

Anna Black, Executive Director, General Travel New Zealand, said: “India continues to be one of our most valued international markets, and this roadshow reaffirmed the importance of engaging directly with the travel trade. Bringing together such a diverse group of tourism partners allowed us to showcase the breadth of experiences New Zealand has to offer while strengthening relationships with travel professionals across the country. The enthusiasm and quality of conversations across all six cities were extremely encouraging, and we’re excited to build on the momentum generated through this initiative.”

The six-city roadshow underscored the growing collaboration between New Zealand’s tourism businesses and the Indian travel trade, providing a valuable platform to exchange market insights, strengthen commercial partnerships and inspire new travel opportunities. As Indian travellers continue to seek authentic and immersive experiences, initiatives such as these play an important role in equipping travel advisors with the knowledge and confidence to curate memorable New Zealand holidays.

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The partnership marks an important milestone in Aero Nomad Airlines’ international growth strategy and reinforces the airline’s commitment to expanding air connectivity between Kyrgyzstan and India.

Under the agreement, DEX Group will oversee the airline’s commercial activities across India, including sales, marketing, travel trade development, reservations support and distribution. With extensive experience representing international airlines and long-established relationships with travel agencies, online travel agencies (OTAs), consolidators, tour operators and corporate travel partners, DEX Group will play a key role in strengthening Aero Nomad Airlines’ presence throughout India’s rapidly expanding outbound travel market. 

“India is one of the key international markets for Aero Nomad Airlines and an integral part of our long-term growth strategy. We are delighted to partner with DEX Group, whose expertise and strong industry network make them the ideal representative for our airline in India. Together, we aim to increase brand awareness, expand our commercial footprint and create new travel opportunities between India and Kyrgyzstan. This partnership will support the continued growth of tourism, education, business travel and transit traffic through Bishkek.” said, Nuradin Kasymov, CEO, Aero Nomad Airlines LLC 

“We are honoured to represent Aero Nomad Airlines in India. Kyrgyzstan is rapidly emerging as an attractive destination for Indian travellers across leisure tourism, student mobility, MICE and corporate travel. Our immediate priority is to establish a strong nationwide sales network, engage leading travel partners and build long-term recognition of Aero Nomad Airlines within the Indian travel industry.” said, Ramesh Marwah, Director, DEX Group

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SATTE (South Asia’s Travel & Tourism Exchange), South Asia’s leading travel and tourism exhibition, has announced the introduction of its AI-Powered Visitor & Buyer Qualification Framework, making it among the first travel trade exhibitions in India to leverage artificial intelligence to enhance visitor qualification, buyer intelligence and business matchmaking.

As the business events industry evolves, exhibitors are increasingly looking beyond visitor numbers and focusing on meaningful business outcomes. Responding to this shift, SATTE has introduced an intelligent visitor qualification framework that will help create more relevant business connections and improve the overall quality of engagement across the exhibition.

The AI-powered framework intelligently analyses visitor profiles to better understand business relevance and buyer intent, enabling more meaningful exhibitor-buyer interactions while supporting a smarter, more personalised event experience.

Integrated with SATTE 365, the initiative extends the value of the exhibition beyond the show floor by enabling year-round engagement, stronger business networking and continuous relationship building across the travel ecosystem.

The introduction of the AI-powered framework reflects SATTE’s commitment to creating a more intelligent business ecosystem where technology enhances the quality of conversations, strengthens buyer relevance and enables exhibitors to maximise every business opportunity.

Rather than simply increasing visitor numbers, SATTE is focused on ensuring exhibitors meet the right people, engage in more meaningful conversations and generate stronger commercial outcomes.

Pallavi Mehra, Senior Group Director, Informa Markets in India, said:

“For over three decades, SATTE has connected the global travel industry with the Indian market. As our industry evolves, our responsibility is to continuously enhance the value we deliver to exhibitors and buyers. This AI-powered initiative reflects our commitment to creating a smarter marketplace where every business interaction is more relevant, more meaningful and more valuable.”

As SATTE enters its 34th year, it continues to redefine how the global travel industry connects, collaborates and grows. The introduction of AI-powered visitor intelligence is another step in SATTE’s journey towards becoming a more intelligent, data-driven and business-focused marketplace that delivers value before, during and after the exhibition.

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Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan will inaugurate KTM 2026 on September 24 at the Grand Hyatt Convention Centre, Bolgatty, Kochi. The event assumes added significance as the first major tourism industry gathering following the formation of Kerala’s new government, reflecting the state’s commitment to strengthening tourism as a key economic driver. Business sessions and B2B meetings will continue from September 25 to 27 at the Sagara and Samudrika Convention Centres on Willingdon Island.

Announcing the event, Kerala’s Minister for Tourism and Culture, P.C. Vishnunadh, said the government is working on implementing the proposal announced in the recent state budget to accord industry status to the tourism sector. He described KTM as a strategic platform that reinforces Kerala’s position in the global marketplace, noting that the state competes with leading international destinations rather than domestic tourism markets. The minister also highlighted plans to reposition Kerala’s renowned Ayurveda and wellness offerings to better align with evolving global travel preferences.

The enthusiasm surrounding KTM 2026 is already evident. Nearly three months before the event, the mart has recorded an unprecedented 2,360 buyer registrations, including 610 international buyers and 1,750 from across India. Media participation is equally impressive, with 117 accredited journalists—60 international and 57 domestic—expected to cover the event. The exhibition will bring together 366 exhibitors, supported by delegates representing sponsors and government agencies.

Widely regarded as India’s premier tourism networking platform, KTM 2026 will feature structured B2B meetings, policy discussions and knowledge sessions led by distinguished tourism experts from India and overseas. The programme is designed to foster new partnerships, explore emerging market opportunities and facilitate meaningful dialogue on the future of travel.

Following the business sessions, international and domestic buyers will embark on curated familiarisation tours across twelve tourism circuits from September 28 to October 3, offering immersive experiences of Kerala’s diverse tourism products, from backwaters and beaches to heritage, wellness and nature-based experiences. Invited journalists will also participate in specially curated pre-mart media tours.

This year’s edition also marks KTM’s digital transformation. For the first time, registrations, appointment scheduling and event management will be integrated through a dedicated software platform and mobile application, delivering a seamless experience for exhibitors, buyers and delegates.

The organisers also highlighted the momentum created by the recently concluded Wedding and MICE Conclave, jointly organised by KTM and Kerala Tourism. The conclave resulted in key initiatives, including the proposed Kerala Convention Promotion Bureau and the formulation of a dedicated MICE policy, signalling the state’s intent to expand its footprint in the lucrative business events segment.

Tourism Secretary K. Biju said KTM has the potential to evolve into one of Asia’s leading tourism trade events through greater international participation and stronger industry engagement. Tourism Director M. Anjana noted that the mart will provide valuable insights into emerging travel trends while creating new opportunities for stakeholders across the tourism value chain. Meanwhile, KTM organisers confirmed that focused international marketing campaigns are underway to attract buyers from both established and emerging markets, further strengthening Kerala’s standing as one of the world’s most compelling travel destinations.

With record buyer registrations, a future-focused agenda and renewed government support, Kerala Travel Mart 2026 is poised to reinforce the state’s reputation as a global tourism powerhouse while opening new avenues for business, investment and international collaboration.

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Paisabazaar, India’s leading marketplace for financial products, today announced the launch of PB Pass, a complimentary airport lounge access, benefit for credit card users in India. Developed in partnership with Collinson International, a global leader in the provision of airport experiences, loyalty and customer engagement solutions, PB Pass provides access to a global network of over 1,800 airport lounges and travel experiences across more than 800 domestic and international airports, powered by LoungeKey.

Designed to reward customer engagement and foster platform loyalty, PB Pass will be offered to select customers who pay their credit card bills through the Paisabazaar app. Every credit card bill payment will provide an opportunity to participate in a “Spin the Wheel” contest, with selected winners receiving a complimentary PB Pass each month.

In addition, PB Pass will be offered as an assured benefit for customers who apply for a new credit card through Paisabazaar. Eligible users can unlock a complimentary PB Pass upon activating their new card and making their first credit card bill payment through the Paisabazaar app.

Each PB Pass offers seamless access to an airport lounge or a travel experience within the LoungeKey network, a digital travel experiences programme operated by Collinson International (owner and operator of Priority Pass). Access is enabled via a QR code, without the need for additional memberships or registrations. Participating airport experiences include the newly opened Travel Club Lounge at Thailand’s Don Mueang International Airport, Kyra Lounge near gate 40 at Hong Kong International Airport, Rose Lounge at Vietnam’s Tan Son Nhat International Airport, among others.

Santosh Agarwal, CEO, Paisabazaar, said: “At Paisabazaar, we are focused on delivering value beyond acquisition, and building deeper engagement across the customer lifecycle. PB Pass is a key step in that direction. Airport lounge access continues to be one of the most valued travel benefits for credit card users, and through PB Pass, we are making this experience more accessible, rewarding and convenient. Backed by LoungeKey’s global network of airport lounges and travel experiences, PB Pass enables us to offer a differentiated benefit that our customers can continue to enjoy as they engage with the Paisabazaar platform.” 

Rom Remy, Managing Director for South and Southeast Asia, Collinson International said: “Travel demand in India continues to gain strong momentum, with consumers placing increasing importance on travel-focused benefits such as airport lounge access. Our research shows that 81% of travellers in India believe access to airport lounges and travel experiences enhances their journey. We are delighted to partner with Paisabazaar to elevate the travel experiences of their customers through our LoungeKey network, and we look forward to welcoming them to our network of airport lounge and travel experiences worldwide.”

While airport lounge access remains one of the most valued benefits associated with credit cards, it is often subject to card-specific eligibility criteria, spending thresholds and visit caps, making the experience complex for many consumers. PB Pass provides an additional way to access airport lounges and travel experiences through a simple QR code-based journey and broad network coverage, complementing the travel benefits already available on credit cards.

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