Gopanjali Roy, Author at Media India Group

Goa launches motorised paraglide at Mandrem beach to boost tourism

November 16, 2016

Goa Tourism Development Corporation (GTDC) has tied up with Pune-based Flying Safari to bring powered paragliding to Goa’s Mandrem beach. The new adventure sport will be introduced at other beaches in a phased manner.

Gujarat Tourism becomes state partner at NFDC’s Film Bazaar 2016

November 14, 2016

Gujarat, which was given the national award for 'Most Film Friendly State' last year, participated in the Film Bazaar for the first time in 2012 and set up a film office in 2015 to promote Gujarat as a filming destination.

Mega Maldives Airlines to start direct flights between New Delhi and Male

November 14, 2016

With an aim to boost the tourism potential in the Indian market, Mega Maldives Airlines will start direct flights connecting the national capitals of India and Maldives this month.

Goa to host GOAT festival – an intimate music and arts experience

November 11, 2016

The GOAT festival seeks to showcase alternative India through art, design, fashion and gastronomy. The festival is presented by GOAT Music, a London-based music and events agency, founded by Dave Gaydon and Lou Birkett.

Switzerland Tourism appoints Ranveer Singh as brand ambassador for India

November 10, 2016

Ranveer Singh will now be in charge of promoting Switzerland Tourism’s 2017 campaign.

Dubai tourism ropes in Shah Rukh Khan to highlight the best of Dubai

November 10, 2016

Conceptualised with the aim to strengthen and celebrate the bond and cultural links between Dubai and the subcontinent, the campaign underlines the importance of India as a key source market for inbound tourism to the emirate.

Destination Canada and Air Canada brands taxis and buses in New Delhi

November 10, 2016

Destination Canada along with Air Canada branded 350 radio taxis and two Hop-on and Hop-off buses to create visibility for Canada.

10th FOODWORLD INDIA ramps up for its launch

November 10, 2016

The theme of the conference is ‘Creating Successful Brands in the Food Industry’.

GMR and Goa government sign pact for international airport in North Goa

November 10, 2016

To develop and operate Greenfield airport project at Mopa in North Goa, GMR Airports, a subsidiary of GMR Infrastructure, signed a concession agreement with Goa government. Phase I is expected to be completed by 2020 and will cater to 4.4 million passengers.

Jordan to host 8th International Conference of the Royal Medical Services

November 9, 2016

In the conference themed ‘Innovation, Motivation, Integration’, esteemed guest speakers from all over the world and different medical specialties and backgrounds will be giving lectures and participating in panel discussions.

Paris unveils new tourism policy to woo back tourists

November 9, 2016

Paris is planning to launch a ‘charm offensive’ in order to bring visitors back to the city and reignite foreign visitors’ ‘love affair’ with the City of Light.