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Vol XV Issue XI Pages 44 September 2018 Rs 60 THE ONLY MULTI DESTINATION EVENT MUMBAI: 28, 29, 30 SEP THE ONLY TRADE DELHI: 04, 05, 06 OCT SHOW FOCUSSED ON HYDERABAD: 23, 24, 25 NOV PUNE: 30 NOV, 01, 02 DEC OUTBOUND KOCHI: 03, 04, 05 JAN KOLKOTA: 22,23, 24 FEB TRAVEL Vol XV Issue XI Pages 44 September 2018 Rs 60 Southeast Asia 01st - 05th October 2018 Bangkok | Kuala Lumpur | Jakarta | Singapore (Optional) India Edition 1 8th - 15th January 2019 Delhi | Kolkata | Hyderabad | Ahmedabad | Mumbai Unearthing Middle East 10th - 13th February 2019 Dubai | Kuwait | Qatar | Oman (Optional) India Edition 2 25th February 2019 - 1st March 2019 Mumbai | Bengaluru | Chandigarh | Delhi STRATEGY A B2B trade event connecting buyers & suppliers of outbound travel industry from across the globe, oering unparalleled networking & contracting oppertunities. • The Middle East Edition of OTR - 2018 witnessed a footfall of 550 eminent buyers across Dubai - Kuwait - Qatar - Oman. • Over 1800 buyers attended the India - Edition 1 of OTR in January, 2018 across Mumbai - Chennai - Bengaluru - Delhi. • India Edition 2 for 2018 held across Delhi - Ahmedabad - Mumbai witnessed an overwhelming presence of over 1200 buyers. • OTR is the only focused buyer event on invitation basis; & witnesses key decision makers amongst the travel trade For Participation Please Contact: Email: [email protected] | [email protected] Mob: +91 9945279001 | +91 9845238980 For Sponsorship Please Contact: Voyager’s World @VoyagersWorld Email: [email protected] Mob: +91 8748929534 www.outboundtravelroadshow.com A NEW GATEWAY AND GETAWAY IN SENTOSA Home to a host of world-class attractions and The Barracks The Outpost Village Hotel easily accessible from Singapore’s central Hotel Hotel at Sentosa business district, Sentosa island is one of Asia’s most-visited tourist destinations, both for leisure and business. Opening in phases from April 2019, Far East Hospitality presents Village Hotel at Sentosa, The Outpost Hotel, The Barracks Hotel and Events Centre. The new getaway will be home and host to a wave of brand new amenities and activities; from dining at exciting F&B concepts, to soaking up some golden rays, there is always something for everyone. F&B and Retail Become a Rail Expert F&B and Retail Events Centre F&B and Retail Artist’s impression NOW AVAILABLE IN INDIA! EXPERIENCE SENTOSA IN A NEW WAY Sign up for Rail Europe’s exclusive training program on Artist’s Impression of the Events Centre European trains, and win great prizes along the way. Village Hotel at Sentosa offers an experiential stay for meeting and leisure groups with 2018 opportunities to bond and discover the rich culture and heritage of its surroundings. The hotel has 606 cosy guestrooms decorated in sun-washed hues of nature by the sea. For a trendier island getaway, The Outpost Hotel delivers an authentic experience with 193 rooms in a stylish interpretation of colonial black and white design. Its rooftop pool and bar with a picturesque panaromic view is great for evening cocktails, networking and social events. Promising an array of exquisite services, The Barracks Hotel offers WHAT YOU’LL DO: 40 premium guestrooms with direct pool access for a dip or lounge amidst the tranquillity Learn the ins and outs of selling key European rail products with one and privacy of the heritage buildings. comprehensive program The adjacent Mess Hall, an ex-military outpost is re-imagined as a global village offering Complete weekly training modules (8 total) and test your knowledge diverse and shared experiences, with new retail and international F&B concepts. with a quiz after each session from October 1, 2018 through November 30, 2018 Artist’s impression of rooftop pool, ADVENTURE AND ROMANCE IN EVERY EXPERIENCE The Outpost Hotel WHAT YOU COULD WIN: Situated on elevated ground, the Pool Deck presents unique themed pool experiences and Successfully complete each module and earn a chance to win one of various outdoor spaces for all guests. The Pamukkale Pool, inspired by the dramatic 6 prizes throughout the program. The better your score, the better cascading pools in Turkey, will be the prime spot to chase the sunset on the island. Against the backdrop of the glistening sea or lush nature, it is the ideal setting for corporate your chances to win! launches, networking and even team building activities. 10 lucky travel agents will be invited on an exclusive Rail Expert Fam Trip to Europe based on quiz scores and module completion rate The meticulously restored Events Centre heritage building and the new Village Square, housed in Village Hotel at Sentosa, provide over 800 square metres of flexible space suitable for hosting small and mid-scale events, from corporate launches to social events. Thoughtfully crafted and designed to reflect the charming uniqueness of its locale, the Revelry Hall at the Events Centre is a beautiful space for meetings, conferences and corporate dinners. Artist’s impression of The Outpost Hotel guestroom www.railexpertindia.com Rise to the challenge! Register today to FAR EAST HOSPITALITY become a proven Rail Expert in your market. Regional Sales Office, India Phone: 011-4600 0735, 4600 0760 Email: [email protected] ©Rail Europe. 2018. All Rights Reserved. Do not litter. www.StayFarEast.com/Sentosa Rail Europe, a French simplifi ed joint-stock company, with a capital of 1 179 655 Euros, recorded in the Web: business register of Nanterre under number 401 714 933, having its registered offi ce at Les Collines de l’Arche, Immeuble Concorde B, 76, route de la Demi-Lune, 92800 Puteaux, France. Photo credits: © Renfe-SNCF en cooperation; © Awara Diaries Created by: Rebekah Owens A shared vision to promote India ndia is among the countries show- Iing the keenest interest in disrupt- ing the tourism sector. The challenge is no longer is about gaining access to foreign markets, but about enter- ing them wisely. Elaborate mecha- nisms are in place to emphasize qual- Our Team ity over quality, as both government and private players are looking at Managing Editor fulfilling long-term goals over short- Rohit Hangal term returns. [email protected] Besides conducting roadshows across the world, the tourism min- Editor istry is holding bilateral meetings to Caroline Diana rope in more travellers to the country. [email protected] As part of this initiative, India recent- ly signed a memorandum with Bul- garia. A similar agreement is in the Content Writer pipeline for Morocco as well. Jeelani MN The government is also enthusiastic [email protected] The industry veterans are optimistic convention centres under the existing about promoting cruise tourism. It that the government will address the schemes. is now trying to break the myth that uncertainly and turbulence plaguing Meanwhile, down south, Kerala is Creative Head cruises are expensive and are unveil- the sector. limping back to normalcy. Sending Shyam Vishnot ing newfangled strategies to boost Meanwhile, on the business tour- out a strong message that tourism [email protected] cruise tourism in the country. An ac- ism front, the Ministry of Tourism in the flood-battered Kerala will be tion plan was chalked out last year by has recognized Meetings, Incen- back on track, Kerala Travel Mart Senior Designer Nitin Gadkari, Minister of Shipping tives, Conventions and Exhibitions (KTM), will host its biennial meet in and Road Transport and Highways, (MICE) as a niche tourism product to Kochi from September 27 to 30. Devaraj Varma who called upon the state govern- [email protected] overcome the aspect of ‘seasonality’ KTM will focus on measures that ments to play an active role in pro- and to promote India as a 365-day would lead to a strong resurgence moting cruise holidays. Since then destination. of tourism, which is the mainstay of Advertising & Marketing the Ministry of Shipping has been The ministry provides financial as- Kerala’s economy. Mob: +91 98440 92150 working in tandem with all relevant sistance under Market Development With a can-do approach, significant [email protected] ministries and departments within the Assistance (MDA) scheme to ‘Ac- strides have been made by both the government to develop, package, and tive Members’ of India Convention government and the private players market tourist attractions across the Promotion Bureau (ICPB) towards in the industry. It remains to be seen Published By country. Private players are equally bidding for International Confer- how their strategic thinking would Surinder Hakhu enthusiastic about the industry. At ences/Conventions, thereby bringing change the face of India tourism for [email protected] a recently hosted event in Mumbai more MICE business to the country. the better. by India Cruise Lines Association It also provides Central Financial Rohit Hangal (INCLA), a White Paper titled ‘Rec- Assistance to the state governments [email protected] ommendations for the Indian Cruise for development of tourism infra- Caroline Diana Industry’ was submitted to Gadkari. structure including the setting up of Editor COVER PHOTO: TOM GRIMBERT Printed By Pentaplus Printers Pvt. Ltd. #20/1, Pg26 5th Cross, 4th Main Raod, Indus- India’s Blue Ocean Should Indian trial Town, Rajajinagar, Bangalore - Strategy city hotels 560044. Ph: +91 98440 87068 look at MICE Pg34 and leisure? 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