DGCA terms 'zero commission' system illegal

Korea Tourism, Cathay Pacific and TCI to jointly promote Korea

Oman Tourism opens a representative office in Mumbai

ITB ASIA 2010 targets 15% increase in floor space sale this year

IATO to conduct roadshow in Sri Lanka on June 17, 2010

IATO demands extension of mandatory registration deadline

IATO demands extension of mandatory registration deadline
 
The Indian Association of Tour Operators has sought extension of the mandatory registration policy deadline till mid of August 2010. Lately, the Delhi Government had extended the date of submissions of application till 30 June 2010, but it has not yet issued the revised guidelines for submitting the application. Since the department has not issued any fresh guidelines, and stakeholders in travel trade in Delhi will need some time for filling up the form, the date is likely be extended further.
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IATO to conduct roadshow in Sri Lanka on June 17, 2010
 
To leverage the advantage of revival in the global economy and to develop newer markets, Indian Association of Tour Operators (IATO) is starting off with its roadshow initiative in Sri Lanka, which will be extended to key old and new markets. The first a roadshow will be conducted on June 17, 2010 in Sri Lanka. IATO has also sent proposals to the Ministry of Tourism, Government of India, for more road shows that are under advance stages of consideration.
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DGCA terms 'zero commission' system illegal
 
Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has termed the adoption of ‘zero commission’ practice by some international airlines as "illegal”. In its response to a complaint filed by TAAI with the Competition Commission of India (CCI), DGCA has said that the commission should be a part of the fare itself. It also expressed the need to do away with 'zero commission' system as it eventually leads to charging of transaction fees from the passenger as a compensation for the agent.
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ITB Asia 2010 targets 15% increase in floor space sale this year
 
ITB Asia 2010 is looking at growing by around 15 per cent in terms of floor space sold to exhibitors this year. According to Nino Gruettke, executive director – ITB Asia, already around 15 per cent more floor space has been sold so far this year, compared to same period last year. Also, ITB Asia 2010 has already received application from over 900 travel industry buyers, who have applied for hosted buyer status – 4 ½ months before the show. The number of hosted buyers will be limited to 700.
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Korea Tourism, Cathay Pacific and TCI to jointly promote Korea
 
In a first of its kind destination promotion initiative KTO has joined hands with Cathay Pacific and Thomas Cook India to jointly promote South Korea in the months of June and July this year. Three packages are on offer including a 7 night package that combines Seoul with Hong Kong. As part of the arrangement Cathay is offering special fares whereas Thomas Cook is responsible for creating packages and itineraries. KTO will assist with advertisement and promotion of these packages through various means. informed Kim.
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Oman Tourism opens a representative office in Mumbai
 
Blue Square Consultants (BSC), a Mumbai based representation company, has been mandated to promote Oman as a tourist destination in the Indian market with emphasis on the B2B and the B2C segments. Among its various tourist attractions Oman is blessed with majestic mountain ranges, serene sandy beaches, lush green jungles, forts, wildlife and rustic villages. The destination is connected by air with its national carrier Oman Air operating to 10 points in India.
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