The Finnish Government has announced plans to introduce new legislation that would allow municipalities to levy a tourist tax, creating an additional revenue stream from tourism.

The Ministry of Finance has assessed the feasibility of adopting a tourist tax in Finland. A preliminary report has been drawn up and key stakeholders consulted in preparation for the drafting...

ITC Hotels Limited has announced the signing of two new properties under its Fortune Hotels brand, Fortune Select Nashik and Fortune Jungle Resort Tadoba, strengthening its expansion strategy in Maharashtra.

The twin signings emphasise ITC Hotels’ focus and strategic expansion across high-growth leisure, pilgrimage and emerging urban destinations, while deepening its f...

IHG Hotels and Resorts has announced the opening of voco Amritsar, marking the debut of its premium voco brand in Punjab. The hotel is positioned as a contemporary stay option catering to leisure, spiritual and business travellers in the city.

Strategically located close to key landmarks such as the Golden Temple, Jallianwala Bagh and the Wagah Border, the property off...

Strengthening its operational leadership as it expands across the Eastern Himalayan region, Summit Hotels and Resorts has appointed Deepak Bothra as Corporate General Manager.

With close to three decades of experience in hospitality, Deepak Bothra brings deep expertise across hotel operations, pre-opening projects, quality control, and revenue management.

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TrueNorth DMC, a USA-based destination management company, has announced its entry into the Indian travel trade market, positioning itself as a dedicated ground partner for Indian travel agents and tour operators across the United States and the Americas.

The company aims to cater specifically to the Indian outbound segment by offering end-to-end travel solutions spann...