Corporate Travel News: April 2025

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7 days ago
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Southeast Asian countries growing as Favourites among Indian Business Travellers

Countries like Thailand, Malaysia, Singapore, Indonesia, Taiwan, Vietnam etc. are experiencing high demand from Indian business travellers. A strong combination of strategic, logistical, and experiential factors is making all the difference and they are:

a. Easy connection: Well-connected direct flights from Indian cities and e-visa or visa on arrival reduces travel time.

b. World class infrastructure: Modern convention centers, luxury hotels, efficient public transport, and tech-enabled venues are specifically designed for MICE.

c. Value for spend: These regions offer affordable luxury with top services at considerably lower costs compared to Europe or North America.

d. Tailored services for Indians: Most of the countries include Indian cuisine, language support, and cultural customization and also offer subsidies for event organizers.

Plan your next MICE travel with us and experience seamless operations.

Track Your Baggage with Apple Air Tag & Air India

You do not need to panic anymore as Air India will assist you to track your lost or delayed baggage with the help of your Apple Air Tag. Following are the steps:

a. Place the Apple Air Tag in your baggage.

b. For lost or delayed baggage, report to Air India’s Mishandled Baggage Counter at the arrival airport

c. Air India staff will guide you through the process of filing a Property Irregularity Report (PIR) and obtain your PIR number.

d. Tap Share Item Location in the Find My App on the iPhone for lost baggage and follow the steps.

e. Submit the Share Item Location Link in Air India’s app by following these steps: Menu>>Customer Support Portal>>Baggage>>Lost and Found Check-in Baggage.

f. You will receive an acknowledgement email with a link to check baggage status. Air India team will use your AirTag location to track and recover your baggage within the airport premises.

g. Once your baggage is located, Air India’s customer Service Department will notify you.

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Special Student Fares from Lufthansa Airlines

If your family member is planning to study abroad then do not worry about high fares or other amenities as Lufthansa Airlines is offering special students fares for both one-way and return trips from selected countries including India. All you need is to simply register for Travel ID and verify your student status to get started.

The following are the benefits:

a. Extra savings on fares

b. Most student fares include a baggage allowance of 2 X 23KG

c. Enjoy flexible rebooking conditions for student fares

d. All student fares offer the option of a refund

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Thailand issues new Entry Guidelines

A recent report is revealed from Thailand Tourism stating a key guideline for entering into the nation. Starting 1 May 2025, all non-Thai nationals entering Thailand by air, land, or sea must complete the Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC) online within 3 days before arrival.

This new digital system makes immigration processing faster, easier, and more secure—no more paper forms! This will certainly make our Indian travellers happy looking for a Thailand trip in coming days.

Significant Reasons for opting Travel Advisor

A global survey conducted by Expedia Group in association with Wakefield Research has revealed prominent and strong data on "Why would travellers rely on Travel Advisors". The report is based on valuable insights from Indian travellers who have availed the services of travel advisors in the past 18 months. The essential factors that have been highlighted are - time savings (68%), expert advice (60%), personalised services (58%), ability to handle emergencies (50%), selecting destinations and stays (49%).