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From Long-haul to Smart haul: INR fall reshapes Indian travel trends

From Long-haul to Smart haul: INR fall reshapes Indian travel trends

The fall of the Indian Rupee (INR) past the INR 95 mark against the US dollar is not just a currency story, it is a turning point for India’s tourism sector as well. One of the sharpest declines in over a decade, it is already changing how Indians plan, spend, and travel.

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From Long-haul to Smart haul: INR fall reshapes Indian travel trends

From Long-haul to Smart haul: INR fall reshapes Indian travel trends

The fall of the Indian Rupee (INR) past the INR 95 mark against the US dollar is not just a currency story, it is a turning point for India’s tourism sector as well. One of the sharpest declines in over a decade, it is already changing how Indians plan, spend, and travel.

Hotels and Resorts

Hyatt appoints Vikas Chawla as President – India & Southwest Asia

Hyatt appoints Vikas Chawla as President – India & Southwest Asia

Hyatt Hotels Corporation announced the next stage of growth of Hyatt’s business in India with the appointment of Vikas Chawla in the newly created senior role of President – India & Southwest Asia to lead the business in the region, effective April 1, 2026. The new leadership position reflects Hyatt’s commitment to accelerating its expansion and deepening its brand presence in one of...

Technology

Booking Holdings plans to combine B2B operations across platforms; Asia to lead the travel growth in '26: Agoda

Booking Holdings plans to combine B2B operations across platforms; Asia to lead the travel growth in '26: Agoda

As announced at the recent Agoda Media roundtable, Booking Holdings will soon be unifying Agoda, Booking.com & Priceline B2B arms, aiming at simplifying engagement for global partners and enhancing innovation capabilities. Agoda senior officials also shared some interesting data around the APAC region highlighting a growth of about 9% CAGR (2025–2027), far outpacing other regions.

International

South African Tourism concludes 11th edition of ‘Learn SA’ workshop in Lukcnow

South African Tourism concludes 11th edition of ‘Learn SA’ workshop in Lukcnow

South African Tourism concluded its multi-city ‘Learn South Africa’, which culminated in its final leg in Lucknow on March 31, 2026. The 11th edition of ‘Learn South Africa’ in Lucknow marks a key milestone in South African Tourism’s continued endeavour to strengthen its partnerships with India’s travel trade professionals. Strengthening its efforts to tap into the growing appetite for...

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