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Corporate Travel News: August 2024


India emerged as Global Leader in LCCs

India has emerged as a global leader in low-cost carrier (LCC) market as reported by Tourism Breaking News and OAG or Official Airline Guide, a global travel data provider that offers information about airlines, including schedules, flight status, and connection times. The report reveals that Indigo accounts for 71% of India's total airline capacity surpassing the global average of 34%. 

 

OAG has also mentioned that over the past decade, India's international travel market has grown on average by 4.5% per year, from 4.7 million seats in April 2014, to 7.3 million in April 2024. Surely this is a fascinating data for India and India Travel.




Mastering Travel Expense Management for Business Trips

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New Lufthansa Premium Lounge at Newark Liberty International Airport

Lufthansa Airlines has inaugurated its new premium lounge located in Terminal B at Newark Liberty International Airport in New Jersey. This expansive 600 square meter area provides guests with a comfortable environment to either unwind or address work-related tasks prior to their flights.  

 

The lounge features the prominent Skyline Bar at its center and culinary offerings in the bistro area include a variety of fresh regional products.  Passengers traveling in First Class and HON Circle members are afforded the privilege of an à la carte menu within a private dining space. They also have access to a curated selection of premium wines and champagne.



Sri Lanka announces visa-free entry for Indians

The island nation and a picturesque destination has recently announced visa free entry to citizens from 35 countries including India. The policy will be effective from 1st October'24 and will be valid for 6 months according to the report from Ministry of Tourism, Sri Lanka. This would certainly come as good news for Indian travellers willing to explore the nature and wildlife of the island.



Air India announces discounted fares for Sr. Citizens

Eligible passengers as announced by Air India are Indian nationals, permanent residents of India and at least 60 years of age on the date travel commences. Mandatory documents are any valid photo ID with date of birth, including a voter ID card, Aadhaar card, valid passport, driving license, or a Senior Citizen Identification Card issued by the Government of India. Applicable for domestic travel in economy classes.



New Flight Updates for You
  • Air India

    Delhi - Toronto (increased frequency from 01 Sep'24)

    Delhi - Kolkata (increased frequency already started)

    Bangalore - Kolkata (From 29 Sep till 10 Nov'24)

    Kolkata - Hyderabad (From 29 Sep till 10 Nov'24)

    Mumbai - Kolkata (from 25 Sep'24)


  • Air Asia 

    Kolkata - Phuket (from 28 Oct'24)


  • Singapore Airlines 

    Ahmedabad - Singapore (from 01 Sep'24)


  • Indigo

    Chennai - Jaffna,SL (from 01 Sep'24) 

    Kolkata - Ahmedabad (from 16 Sep'24) 

    Kolkata - Chennai (from 21 Sep'24) 

    Kolkata - Jaipur (from 25 Sep'24) 

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