Welcome to the New Year issue of Destination Reporter. On the cover is South Africa, our first international destination cover since launch. For adventure and wildlife enthusiasts, it doesn't get better than South Africa. We also look at how Punjab is attempting to rewrite its tourism fortune by focusing on farm, culture and heritage tourism. Ratna Chadha of TIRUN talks about her successful journey on 'cruise control' mode in It's My Life. And many more interesting features, event updates and news items. 

This special issue did not travel to ITB Berlin because the show was canceled for the first time in history due to the coronavirus.  Read about the impact of COVID19 on hospitality industry in Asia and how they should cope.  The India Hotel Survey throws up some surprises - in our Trends section. On the cover, enjoy reading about executive editor Athul Lal's wild encounters in Uganda. In interviews this month, we caught up with leaders of Oman Air, Israel Tourism and Rail Europe. And in Explore, we compiled experiences up in the air.

Kanchanaburi and Khao Yai make it to our cover - two hidden gems in Amazing Thailand worth exploring. The new leaders of TAAI ( Travel Agents Association of India) and Outbound Tour Operators Association of India - OTOAI spell out their agenda. Post event report on SATTE 2020. Srilankan and Ethiopian announce new routes. South Africa's new e-visa program. Not the perfect time to talk about Chinese outbound market but this too shall pass.

In this New Year issue on the cover is the historic gateway city of Asia and Europe, Turkey as we travel through Istanbul and Antalya.  Read all about the IATA 2019 Global Passenger Survey which reveals that passengers are looking at technology to improve their travel experience.  EbixCash has big plans for holidays business says new COO JP Singh; Visa Lounge's online visa processing platform has grown ten fold since 2016; a new Africa focussed DMC has commenced operations - Calculus Holidays; we review St Regis Doha; and explore Street Shopping.; and under It's My Life, we feature Sheetal Munshaw, Director, Atout France in India

Inspite of the blockade, Qatar has grown by leaps and bounds in the last few years. Thanks to huge investments in world-class meeting facilities and hotels, the Arab State is now one of the hottest destinations for business.  Read our cover story Yallah Qatar.  SOTC Travel's India Holiday Report 2019 reveals that travel has become an indispensable part of the Indian consumers’ lifestyle across all age groups. CLYMB Abu Dhabi adds excitement to Yas Island. Ground reports from WTM London. Explore the best Christmas markets from around the world. Ark Travels' Kishan Biyani features in It's My Life. 

Magical Kenya is our cover story this month. In domestic tourism, read a critical evaluation of what ails India's sought after beach destination, Goa. Winter experiences from around the world make it to our Explore series. And we find out what helps VFS Global keep growing. From the ground event reports on Islamic Travel Mart, Magical Kenya Travel Expo 2019 and  Goa International Travel Mart 2019. It's a packed issue. And yes we love the cover image way too much! Happy reading.

This month we feature Ras Al Khaimah, the emirate of adventure on the cover. In less than a decade, RAK under its visionary ruler has transformed into a modern business hub and sought after adventure tourism destination especially with the world's longest zipline. Its white sandy beaches and spectacular hotels have also made it an attractive wedding destination for Indians. Coorg, the Scotland of India, offers an ideal setting for a family holiday with lot of interesting places and activities around. In Explore, we present restaurants from around the world, where dining is a life changing experience.

Every country has golf courses, however, if one is looking for the world’s best golfing experience, then head to Thailand – Asia’s most popular golfing destination. Chiang Mai, the ‘Rose of the North’ is a green revelation! Read our cover story.  The heavenly retreat known for its bewitchingly beautiful landscape, the Toy Train and the world’s best tea, Darjeeling continues to amaze even a repeat traveller.  Celebrate cultures from around the world in our Explore series.  And check our Levi, a unique all-year-round holiday destination in Lapland, Finland’s northern-most region known for its vast sub-arctic wilderness, ski resorts and the Northern Lights.

In this issue, we feature Hong Kong, the tourism hotspot in Asia, simmering for the past few months due to the democratic dissent against the now defunct extradition bill.  Tourist numbers have declined week after week and HK may not achieve its targeted numbers if the various stakeholders fail to resolve their differences soon. On the domestic front, we take a critical look at Andhra Pradesh and why inspite of great tourism potential, the State's administration is squandering away the future with its 'two steps forward - three steps backward' approach.  'It's My Life' tells the story of Mahesh Shirodkar, MD of Tamarind Global, a tour-weddings-events powerhouse. And 'Explore' the world's best wellness retreats.

Lace up, gear up and get ready to explore Ontario’s amazing places by foot, pedal and paddle. There’s more to Ontario than Toronto and Niagara, says our cover story this month.  In other features, Odisha is fighting hard to regain lost ground after Cyclone Fani; Mobile payments market is growing in travel and tourism according to WTTC study;  comprehensive coverage of Canada's biggest travel marketplace Rendez-vous Canada; and in our 'Explore' series read about innovative incentive ideas from around the world.

Some cities are known for their vibe, others for their culture, some else for their efficiency. For Liverpool, it's the atmosphere. On the cover this month, we are Livin' it up in Liverpool. 9 hours in transit in Addis Ababa allows a sneak peak into Ethiopia, the spirit of emerging Africa. And Wayanad in Kerala takes the electoral route to limelight, thanks to Rahul Gandhi. Eastbound Group co-founder Amit Kishore shares his entrepreneurial journey in It's My Life.

Until you set foot on Andaman and Nicobar Islands, it is difficult to believe India has white sand aquamarine beaches, a la Mauritius and Maldives. On the cover is Andamans, untouched and unspoilt. In our international segment, we feature Sharjah. Exploring the emirate helps a traveller discover a blend of modernity and traditions that the 'Cultural Capital of the Arab World' has to offer. Plus we explore 'summer escapes' around the world. And Tree Of Life Resorts & Hotels founder Himmat Anand says It's My Life. 

As Dubai gets ready to host Arabian Travel Market (ATM), the biggest, international travel and tourism event in the Middle East, we focus on how the Emirate has become the surreal oasis of business events, in the region.  The world's largest shipping company MSC, recently launched 'beauty at sea', its brand new Meraviglia class ship MSC Bellissima. We were on-board at Southampton, UK. Goa, India's most sought after tourism destination is in ruins. Read all about the sorry state of affairs in feature titled Go, Goa, Gone!

In March, we focus on Germany's many scenic routes and why it has become the most sought after European destination by Indian travellers. On the domestic front, we focus on Uttarakhand, India's new adventure tourism hot spot. We also discover South Africa's Panorama Route and numerous sites of cultural significance.  In January, we met many travel business leaders and the complete low down is available in this issue. Bonus: Music Mania, the complete list of must attend music festivals from around the world in 2019.

Our cover story this month takes you to Sikkim and its Himalayan charm. In international focus, we bring you Jeju Island in South Korean peninsula. Destination Canada wants Indians to look beyond Toronto and Vancouver. MSC Cruises is expanding its fleet feverishly. And read about Sartha Global Marketing founder Seema Vohra's journey in It's My Life. Plus all the action from IITT, SATTE, BLTM, GPS Nagpur and OTM. January could not have been busier.

Grand. Grander. Grandest. Gujarat is on the cover this month. From Navratri to step wells, walled city of Ahmedabad to Mahatma's Footsteps, and Double Ikat Silk of Patan to Rann, Gujarat has a lot to offer tourists. In our International Destinations segment, we discover sides of Bali and Thailand, beyond the ordinary.  We feature Blue Square Consultants COO Lubaina Sheerazi under 'It's My Life' series.  Comprehensive WTM 2018 post event report and a business story on TrawellTag Cover-More, this is one issue packed with information.

Three detailed features capturing first-hand experiences make the November issue special. "Ladakh, a land like no other", "Manchester, the cradle of everything modern", and Genting Dream, now that's what you call a 'dream' holiday". All of them courtesy Global Panorama Showcase (GPS) EDWIN (Educational Destination Workshop International) initiative. 

Plus event reports on TAFI Annual Convention Abu Dhabi and the first ever Islamic Travel Mart in Mumbai.

In this issue we showcase the South Indian State of Tamil Nadu steeped in tradition and culture. TN consistently outperforms many other States in terms of domestic visitors and foreign tourist arrivals. In our international focus, we feature Fiji, the island paradise, more and more high value travellers from India are visiting. Plus all the download from ITM, IATO Convention and FHRAI Convention. Special features on PITE 2018 and Oman's hidden secrets also included. 

Continuing our series North East Escapades, we feature Meghalaya on the cover.  With tourism in India looking east, the tiny North Eastern State has everything to make its way into the travel bucket-list. Welcome to the Age of Meghalaya! And in our international segment we showcase Bahrain, fast evolving into the perfect family-friendly destination for those looking for a weekend escape. Check out TBO's expansion plans and 8 reasons to visit Lake Geneva Region.

We kick start a new series - North East Escapades. First in the series is Nagaland, the land of festivals. In our international segment we look at Japan and its rising prominence as a tourist destination sought after by Indian travellers - the Alpine Route and Nagasaki form the itinerary with Tokyo as the base. Overtourism is ruining our destinations says P K Mohankumar in his Opinion piece and North East tourism will boom like no other predicts Vinod Zutshi in his article.  How deep is your love? Read the feature on underwater weddings.

Go off-grid, off-beat this monsoon in Maharashtra. Read our cover story 'Maha Magic'.  Travelling abroad on holiday? Check out the city of dreams Abu Dhabi, as it gets ready to open Warner Bros. Theme Park. In 'Opinion', Vinod Zutshi writes about 'tapping the adventure tourism market'. PK Mohankumar discusses the 'opportunity posed by sick premium hotel units'. Wanna go 'glamping'? Check out TUTC's luxury camps in Leh, Ladakh and Kohima. Re-live GPS' Telangana Tourism Conclave in our photo feature.

India Destination Focus: The Alchemy of Rajasthan
International Destination Focus: Innsbruck's Date with Summer
Travel: Andaman & Nicobar - Unwinding at Emerald Isles
Travel: Self-Drive 365 all set to redefine road trips
Hospitality: Tamara Group sets a target  of 1000 keys by 2025
Experiences: Peru - Grape Expectations
Experiences: Diva - Antwerp Home of Diamonds
Pre-event: GPS making inroads into Tier II and III cities
Pre-event: MHWTC - Boost for Maharashtra Health and Wellness Tourism
Post event: ITB China - The Cynosure of Global Travel Industry
Opinion by Vinod Zutshi IAS (Retd.): India's Heritage Tourism's Moment of Truth
Opinion by P K Mohan Kumar: Rise of the Mid-market, Economy Hotels

India Destination Focus: Karnataka Escapades
International Destination Focus: MSC Meraviglia - An Ocean of Surprises
Hospitality: Leeu Collection - Turning Farms in to Fairylands
Aviation: Ethiopian Airlines to spread wings in India
Pre-event: ITB China 2018 to explore, embrace new trends
Post-event: ATM 2018 - Muslim travellers would spend $157 bn by 2020
Opinion by Vinod Zutshi IAS (Retd.): Luring Chinese Outbound Travellers to India

India Destination Focus: Pondy - Relive the French Dream
International Destination Focus: Stroll in to the Soul of Thailand
Hospitality: Palladium Hotel Group - Spanish Luxury Woos Indian Travellers
Pre-event: ITB China 2018 to roll out red carpet
Pre-event: ATM Study projects bright prospects for GCC
Opinion by Vinod Zutshi IAS (Retd.): Middle East set to ride the Digital Wave

Inaugural issue of Destination Reporter - India Travel Magazine

India Destination Focus: Tales from Telangana
International Destination Focus: Rwanda - The Compelling African Experience
Industry Report: Ushering in the Golden Era of Cruise Tourism in India
Travel: Hampi - A Solo Traveller's Delight
Pre-event: Focus on Future Tech at ITB Berlin 2018
Opinion by Vinod Zutshi IAS (Retd.): Key Pillars of India's Futuristic Tourism Policy

India Destination Focus: Kerala Tourism 2.0
International Destination Focus: Rediscovering Lebanon
Travel: The Secret of Yorkshire Moors
Pre-event: ITB Berlin 2018 - Spotlights on Shifts in Tourism Sector
Opinion by Vinod Zutshi IAS (Retd.): Decoding the Event Marketing Doctrine

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