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TRIO EVENT TRAVEL O MANTHAN

HRE & E N GAGEMEN T EXCELLENCE AWARDS

-A ROARING SUCCESS-

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CONTE NTS THE NAZIR HOOSEIN MEMORIAL DRIVE FLAGGED OFF

PHANG NGA PROMPT :

EWD CELEBRATES 9TH YEAR

BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES TAKING OFF IN THAILAND THE SKY IS YOURS!

Anniversary with Travel Industry Veterans in Delhi

TRIO EVENT TRAVEL O MANTHAN,

HRE & ENGAGEMENT EXCELLENCE AWARDS -A ROARING SUCCESS

GRAND HYATT BALI PARTICIPATES IN THE first sustainable food festival

KUSHINAGAR INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT

amazing khao lak yao sandbox

CONSERVATION OF ELEPHANTS IN KENYA RECEIVES BOOST

TAT ORGANIZES LOY KRATHONG Festival Celebration in New Delhi

SOAK INTO ‘IMAGINARIUM’

with Kandima Maldives this festive season!

Step into an island devoted to imagination

COVID-19 VACCINE GUIDE

Remarkable Value addition to promote Buddhist Tourism and Indian Aviation

for travellers to Thailand

KRABI EVEN MORE AMAZING

as the Members take key decision at Association’s EGM

KO PHI PHI AND KO NGAI AND RAILAY BEACH

TAT ORGANIZES LOY KRATHONG

JYOTI MAYAL’S TERM AS TAAI PRESIDENT EXTENDED BY A YEAR

TAT NEW DELHI HOSTS PRODUCT Presentation & Networking Lunch in Lucknow

Festival Celebration in New Delhi

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Editor's Note Dear Readers Welcome to another power packed issue of TBN. Thanks for all the love, support and encouragement for the first TRIO Event organized by TBN , Travel O Manthan , HRE amd EEA. This issue contains special Coverage of the event.

The event was attended by close to 200 guests from the travel business. Arise Etnic Village Resort Manesar, being the venue, laid down the perfect village theme for the event. Moreover women in business , was the highlight where women business entrepreneurs showcased their business services to the entire audience , ranging from hotel supplies by Ms Naina from Hare Krishna Exports, woman promoting haryana culture, Inara Image Management working for the specially abled child and so on.

With the new variant of corona, Travel Business is again badly hit, whereas the exact results of virus are not know yet. Outbound will have to wait for more time to open. For domestic travellers, safety and precautions is the key to keep traveling TBN with Mice Affairs is coming up with first coffee table book on Indian Outbound Travel. Book your space in the same via email to travbuzz.news@gmail.com or news@travbuzznews.com Happy and Safe Travel Ahead

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THE NAZIR HOOSEIN MEMORIAL DRIVE FLAGGED OFF FROM WELCOMHOTEL BY ITC HOTELS, THE SAVOY, MUSSOORIE ‘PAYING TRIBUTE TO ONE OF THE MOST INFLUENTIAL NAMES IN INDIAN MOTORSPORT, NHMD RETRACED THE ORIGINAL ROUTE OF THE HIMALAYAN RALLY’

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ith a regal history spanning over a century, Welcomhotel The Savoy Mussoorie had the distinction of hosting extraordinary events. The Himalayan Car Rally was flagged off from Welcomhotel The Savoy Mussoorie for many years and this time again the Nazir Hoosein Memorial Drive retraced the course of the 1981 Himalayan Rally.

Welcomhotel The Savoy Mussoorie with it’s rich heritage is a one of a kind in it’s offerings and one of the finest in the entire region. We are honoured to welcome the remarkable turnout of Himalayan Rally ex-members, volunteers and dignitaries.”

Swirled in the mist of time and set against a splendid backdrop of the Garhwal Himalayan range, Welcomhotel The Savoy Mussoorie is built in the style of English Gothic architecture and stalwarts from many fields have stayed at this historic hotel.

MR. ANDREW SALDANHA AREA MANAGER, WELCOMHOTELS - NORTH STATED, “THE WELCOMHOTEL BRAND BY ITC HOTELS AIMS TO OFFER GUESTS’ ENRICHING EXPERIENCES INSPIRED BY THE DESTINATION. www.miceaffairs.com TRAVBUZZNEWS

For NHMD, 100 cars kicked off from Greater Noida on the morning of 8 th November.

The first stop was Lansdowne (8 th November), followed

by Mussoorie (9 th November) and Kufri (10 th November). On the 11 th November, drivers will tackle the iconic route of the original rally — the Jalori Pass before halting in Manali. The final day will see participants cross over the Rohtang pass before concluding the drive in Manali.

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EWD CELEBRATES 9TH YEAR ANNIVERSARY WITH TRAVEL INDUSTRY VETERANS IN DELHI

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ravel Industry parties again, AFTER A BREAK GIVEN BY COVID SITUATION EWD collaborates with Ayu Hotel, Delhi to celebrate 9th year Anniversary inviting key stakeholders from the industry. Chief Guest of the event Mr. Himmat Anand, Founder Tree of Life Resorts and Hotels graced the evening and congratulated EWD Founders for putting this event in most unique and innovative manner.

The evening also saw presence of IATTE officials, Mr Naveen Manchanda, Mr. Subhash Verma , WICCI National President Ms Mamta Pall, Mr Rajiv Chawla (HoneyGold) , Mr Imran Khan (Visawaale.com), Sunil Mishra (IATO), Ms Ritu Satija (Kunj Events), Geeta Maheshwari ( HNM Hospitality) and other industry leaders.

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ravel O Manthan 2.0 event, organized by Trav Buzz News, brings back industry together enabling face-to-face interaction via an in-person event in the outskirts of Delhi NCR. 195+ Industry Professionals marked their presence in this lively & open-air day event, one of its kind. The event was organized in a village theme resort Arise Ethnic Village Resort Manesar, outside the city limits.

Travel O Manthan Conference, dedicated to the issues faced by travel, tourism, and hospitality

business, which entered its second edition this year, was graced by the presence of Mr. Rajeev Kohli, Joint Managing Director of Creative Travel. Mr. Kohli shared his views on the real challenges for the industry and put forth a global perspective in front of the audience. Other valued speakers Dr. Manoj Matta from IATO, Mr. Ajay Seth from Delmos World, Ms. Mamta Pall from WICCI, presented their views on Business Opportunities and Challenges.

The event was kicked off with Vedic Havan, wishing for the welfare of the industry , first time in the history of travel & tourism events. Other key attractions were open networking, Hotel and Resort Expo (with 20 Exhibitors showcasing their services), adventure activities, and the traditional village food.

During the event, a special session was arranged to recognize the efforts of Tourism Organizations, Trade Associations, and allied bodies. The award ceremony was organized to put the extraordinary efforts of all these bodies on record, via Engagement Excellence Awards 2020-21. Organizations were selected basis their work and commitment towards industry, organizing engagement programs for travel industry mates in tough times of covid. www.miceaffairs.com TRAVBUZZNEWS www.miceaffairs.com TRAVBUZZNEWS

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SINGAPORE TOURISM BOARD STB AREA DIRECTOR, NORTH AND EAST INDIA, RAYMOND LIM RECEIVING THE AWARD

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MAURITIUS TOURISM PROMOTION AUTHORITY MTPA AND INDONESIA TOURISM REPRESENTATIVE RECEIVING THE AWARD

MONACO GOVERNMENT TOURIST BUREAU

MR. RAJEEV NANGIA, DIRECTOR INDIA, MONACO GOVERNMENT TOURIST BUREAU, RECEIVING THE AWARD

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KUSHINAGAR INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT Remarkable Value addition to promote Buddhist Tourism and Indian Aviation

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ravel Agents Association of India wishes to extend its profound and sincere gratitude to the Government of India, Uttar Pradesh Government and Airports Authority of India for this remarkable achievement.

India had a huge opportunity and as our infrastructure connectivity progresses there will be no looking back on the growth and economy of the country. As per data, Airports Authority of India manages 137 airports, which clearly reflects the growth opportunities and business potential we have in India for both domestic and international traffic. With the launch of the Kushinagar Airport, UP has added 3rd International Airport to its now existing capacity of total 18 Airports (Domestic and International) which is indeed a great and commendable achievement and progress towards

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development of Air Infrastructure in the State.

Jyoti Mayal, President, TAAI while congratulating and thanking the Hon’ble Prime Minister for emphasising the importance and vision to further develop Buddhist Tourism in India said that South-East and East Asia has scores of followers of Buddhism. And, providing them with an opportunity to travel hassle-free to Buddhist sites like Kushinagar will certainly further boost their confidence and rejuvenate the trust in the Indian government for delivering and keeping their promises of promoting tourism.

Ministry of Civil Aviation has played a crucial role in connecting Buddhist sites and significantly reducing the Travel time for followers, said Jay Bhatia, Vice President, while extending his congratulations to the Ministry and the Government.

Bettaiah Lokesh, Honourary Secretary General, welcomed the move made and specifically mentioned the role of the Uttar Pradesh Government in providing land and funds to support such a remarkable achievement.

Adding to the role and contribution of the Airports Authority of India and Directorate General of Civil Aviation, Shreeram Patel, Honourary Treasurer applauded the efforts made by the teams, in conjunction with both the Central and State Government.

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KRABI EVEN MORE AMAZING

KO PHI PHI AND KO NGAI AND RAILAY BEACH fully vaccinated visitors under the “Sandbox” programme to Ko Phi Phi, Ko Ngai, and Railay Beach are welcome to stay within the destination for seven days, and afterwards will be able to continue their journey to other parts of Thailand.

During the seven nights, visitors can go anywhere within the ‘Blue Zone Free Travel’ in the Ko Phi Phi, Ko Ngai, and Railay Beach areas. They are required to undergo two RT-PCR tests – first upon arrival on Day 0-1, and the second before finishing the stay period on Day 6-7.

On Day 7, after receiving a negative test result, travellers can obtain a ‘Release Form’ and from Day 8 travel to other parts of Thailand.

Subsequently, from 1 November, 2021, visitors will be able to stay in any areas in Krabi for seven days before continuing their journey to other Thai destinations.

Kindly note that in order to be eligible to enter in Thailand under the ‘Sandbox’ programme, fully vaccinated international travellers still need to have all of their advance arrangements in good order for arrival and entry.

or Consulate, a COVID-19 health insurance policy, confirmation of a hotel booking, and a negative RT-PCR test result (COVID-19 not detected) issued no more than 72 hours before departure.

These include a valid visa or re-entry permit, a Certificate of Entry (COE) issued by the Royal Thai Embassy

Interested vaccinated foreign tourists are recommended to enquire at the Royal Thai Embassy or Consulate in their home country for more details.

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PHANG-NGA PROMPT: AMAZING KHAO LAK-KO YAO SANDBOX fully vaccinated visitors under the “Sandbox” programme to Khao Lak and Ko Yao in Phang-Nga are welcome to stay within the destination for seven days, and afterwards will be able to continue their journey to other parts of Thailand.

During the seven days, visitors can go anywhere within the ‘Blue Zone Free Travel’ in the Khao Lak and Ko Yao areas.

They are required to undergo two RT-PCR tests – first upon arrival on Day 0-1, and the second before finishing the stay period on Day 6-7.

Subsequently from 1 November, 2021, visitors will be able to stay in any areas in

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Phang-Nga for seven days before continuing their journey to other Thai destinations.

Kindly note that in order to be eligible to enter in Thailand under the ‘Sandbox’ programme, fully vaccinated international travellers still need to have all of their advance arrangements in good order for arrival and entry.

These include a valid visa or re-entry permit, a Certificate of Entry (COE) issued by the Royal Thai Embassy or Consulate, a COVID-19 health insurance policy, confirmation of a hotel booking, and a negative RT-PCR test result (COVID-19 not detected) issued no more than 72 hours before departure.

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WITT Fostering Wellness and Promoting Tourism

Travel Agents Association of India (TAAI) through its contemporary and unique initiative, Women in TAAI and Travel (WITT), organized its first web workshop on Friday, 20th August.

WITT aims to leverage the Indian travel and hospitality industry to empower women with the opportunity to fulfil their economic and individual potential while growing the sector.

Rolled out only last month, WITT’s voluntary membership reached a magical number of 300 within a month. Keeping in mind the issues and challenges faced by the women in the industry, WITT decided to organize its first web workshop on Wellness. The Guest of Honour, for the event, was Dr. Manjari Chandra.

Initiating the Coffee Conversation, Mrs. Jyoti Mayal, President, WITT & TAAI welcomed Dr. Chandra and other participants and apprised them about the purpose of organizing the web workshop. Mrs. Mayal said that the Women is a full Circle, within her is the power to create, nurture, and transform.

She also said that Wellness could be related to

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Physical, Spiritual, Social, Occupational, Cultural etc.

And, hence, we should remember that wellness is not simply the absence of illness or stress, but a broad practice of internal and external behaviours even when experiencing challenges, she added.

Dr. Chandra, who is a renowned Functional Nutritionist, Wellness Coach, Speaker and Author of the Book “Eat Up Clean Up”; has worked for leading hospitals of India, namely Max Healthcare, Manipal Hospitals, Columbia Asia etc. Addressing the attendees, Dr. Chandra gave her insights and solutions to the modern day & post covid issues being faced by the women in the industry. She emphasised on the need of reducing inflammation and living a healthy life. For beginners, Dr. Chandra advised the need to reduce weight, avoid all toxins, get adequate sleep, and practise gratitude and forgiveness.

Being the first of its kind under the banner of WITT, participants were really delighted to attend and expressed their gratitude to the entire team of WITT. Ms. Tina Kanuga, Member, TAAI and Devika Jeet, Chief Executive of WITT moderated the workshop and thanked the attendees.

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CONSE RVAT ION OF ELEP HAN TS

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he conservation of Elephants in Kenya has received a major boost after the Ministry of Tourism and Wildlife announced that it had mobilised 16.5 million shillings towards this initiative against the target of 100 million within the financial year 2021 – 2022.

This announcement was made today during the inaugural Magical Kenya Tembo Naming Festival held at the Amboseli National Park, Kajiado County. During the event, corporates and individuals were allowed to adopt and name select elephants after donating funds towards the initiative, which is aimed at boosting conservation efforts of the endangered species.

The elephants were adopted and named during the event which was officiated by the Tourism and Wildlife Cabinet Secretary Hon. Najib Balala. The CS lauded the initiative as a move towards the inclusion of the public in conservation as well as providing enough resources for the protection of Elephants in Kenya. The elephants to were named include baby elephants (2020 – 2021), the big tuskers and twins.

“This is certainly a great milestone for Kenya, this initiative that will go a long way in ensuring that Elephants are protected in Kenya not only for ourselves, but also for the future generations. We all have a role to play in conservation and I therefore commend the team that has worked tirelessly to ensure that this is a success. I urge other like-minded individuals and organizations to join us in this noble initiative now and in the future,” said CS Hon Balala He also noted that the namers in the 2021 Magical Kenya Elephant Naming Festival had set a president that the ministry would be working towards achieving every year going forward. “We have raised 16.5 million so far this year and we plan to hit our target at the close of the financial year. roving this every year; I congratulate all the namers and assure them that the funds will be used to ensure that our majestic elephants are well conserved. We want to look at issues concerning human Wildlife conflict, tracking of the elephants though collaring as well as construction of electric fences and community engagement among other issues” On her part, Kenya Tourism Board CEO Dr. Betty Radier thanked the sponsors for embracing the initiative, noting the huge role conservation plays in tourism and by extension supporting livelihoods.

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being largely dependent on our natural resources including wildlife, it is important that we all ensure they are well protected and maintained. By so doing, we will ensure that tourism continues playing its key role in spurring the economy and supporting the many livelihoods that depend on it,” said Dr Radier KWS Director General Brigadier (retired) John Waweru said that the goal of the festival is to secure a future for elephants and their habitats in peaceful co- existence with humans while providing benefits and for posterity.

“As revealed during the recently concluded Wildlife Census, there is an urgent need to conserve our wildlife, especially the species classified as endangered or threatened. While it is important to note that we have made huge progress in this, the continued loss of ecosystem and rising human-elephant conflicts continue to derail our efforts in this regard,” Said Waweru The population of African savannah elephants has plummeted by at least 60% over the past 50 years, resulting in their classification as & endangered in the latest update of the IUCN & danger list The Amboseli ecosystem is home to

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about 1,800 elephants with the highest population found in the Tsavo national parks standing at 14,000.

In recent years, elephant poaching has reduced significantly leading to a surge in elephant populations in Kenya. According to the Kenya Wildlife Census Report, Kenya is home to a total of 36,280 elephants, representing a 21 percent growth from 2014, when poaching was at its peak. This increase has been thanks to the sustained government crackdown on poaching and illegal ivory trade.

However, the report also notes that human-elephant conflict has increased in many regions within the country as a result of the increasing loss of habitat and competition in land use.

Through the Tembo Naming Festival which will be an annual event, the government seeks to address these challenges with the hope of increasing the numbers of these species.

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BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES

TAKING OFF IN THAILAND The Sky is Yours!

At present, Thailand is all set to welcome worldwide travelers to our Sandbox provinces now with reduced quarantine nights. And recently, Thailand has warmly opened arms for *fully vaccinated foreign arrivals with pre-flight negative test results from 46 countries, including China, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, Malaysia, Singapore, South Korea, UAE, UK, USA just to name a few, to enter the Kingdom by air without mandatory quarantine, from this 1 November onwards. The list will be expanded from this coming 1 December and further enhanced to an extensive list from 1 January 2022.

Effective from 16 October, the Thai government has given green light for event organization to take place under “COVID Free Setting” protocols, aiming to stimulate the broader economy. By joining forces with the private sector, the government is planning a huge extravaganza to celebrate the reopening. This substantially demonstrates

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the Kingdom’s preparation to welcome international business travellers following the easing of quarantine rules and pandemic control measures, and speedy vaccination rollout. It is a great opportunity for Thailand Convention and Exhibition Bureau (TCEB) to signal to international organizers that Thailand is ready to stage global trade shows from November 2021 onwards.

Obviously, COVID has had a significant impact on all of us, but Thai exhibition stakeholders have adapted their strategies and tactics to speed their recovery and their ability to be a catalyst for recovery and reinvention for the markets. Venue operators across the country not only have strictly followed TCEB’s “New Normal” certified standards, but also have started to market and promote “new normal” event organization through TCEB’s subsidy and an

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introduction of innovation technology such as virtual inspection and online reservation system for exhibition venues. This September and October in Bangkok also see a virtual edition of major trade shows including SUBCON Thailand, Medlab Asia and Asia Health, Thaifex, V-Connect Asia, LED Expo Thailand – Smartech ASEAN, Building Construction Technology Expo. The launch of virtual and digital solutions using cutting-edge technology demonstrates the resilience of Thailand's exhibition industry in challenging times.

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ASEAN is the third-largest in Asia, powered by a population of **677.4 million and a fast-growing economy. Thanks to the strategic geographic location, ongoing mega-investment, state-of-the-art exhibition venues, well-connected infrastructure, business-friendly policies and talented human capitals, Thailand is not only the first choice of cross-border travel destination of ASEAN residents which gives the country an edge to serve as the conduit for regional businesses, but also the door to ASEAN for international exhibition stakeholders. Exclusively complemented with TCEB’s 360-degree “Re-Energizing Exhibitions” campaign, 70 new international trade shows are in the pipeline until 2022.

ASEAN is rising with plentiful opportunities. Thai exhibition stakeholders are not only ready to showcase their capability and readiness but also keen to collaborate with international organizers whereas TCEB counts for global partnership to re-energize the exhibition industry together again.

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TAT organizes Loy Krathong Festival Celebration in New Delhi Keeping the festive spirits alive and in following the tradition, Tourism Authority of Thailand (New Delhi) along with Royal Thai Embassy and Radisson Blu Plaza Delhi Airport Hotel, celebrated the Thai festival of lights –

‘Loy Krathong’ on 19 th November 2021 at Radisson Blu Plaza Delhi Airport Hotel.

It was a beautiful and picturesque evening as several floating candles, flowers and krathongs decorated the venue showcasing Thai festivals & traditions.

Guests including diplomats, corporates, media and members of the travel fraternity were invited to celebrate the magical festival of lights where candle- lit krathongs twinkled on the water creating unforgettable experiences.

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The evening was inaugurated with a welcome speech by Mr. Thirapath Mongkolnavin, Minister & Deputy Chief of Mission, Royal Thai Embassy who thanked the guests for joining the event and celebrating the Thai festival of lights.

This was followed by a welcome remark from Mr Nitin Kapur Director Radisson Blu Plaza Delhi Airport Hotel.

The event was highlighted by cultural

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dance performances depicting the strong cultural and religious links between India & Thailand. Other performances included a traditional Loy Krathong dance and a dance from the four different regions of Thailand.

This was followed by the beautiful Loy Krathong procession that was led by Nang Noppamas who invited the guests to release the candle and incense lit krathongs into the water thereby paying respect to the water goddess.

Guests at the event learnt the art of traditional Krathong making and decoration which they floated into the water.

The event included demonstrations of a popular Thai noodle dish - Pad Thai which was greatly enjoyed by the guests.

Office of Thai Commercial Affairs also showcased Thai products which are being imported into India and used in Thai cuisine.

Mr Vachirachai Sirisumpan, Director Tourism Authority of Thailand, New Delhi said “We are very grateful to be able to celebrate the Loy Krathong festival in New Delhi and pay respect to our Thai festivities as well as highlight the strong cultural bond between India and Thailand. I hope this event has given the guests a glimpse of Thai traditions, art culture and a taste of delicious and authentic Thai food by Soy Neung Roi restaurant at the Radisson Blu Plaza Delhi Airport Hotel. We would like to thank all our guests who joined us and of course our hotel partner Radisson Blu Plaza Delhi Airport Hotel for their continuous support in making this a memorable celebration. Now that Thailand is open for fully vaccinated travellers from India, we look forward to welcoming travellers to experience Amazing Thailand which is now “Even more Amazing.” About Loy Krathong Festival Loy Krathong: or festival of lights is a Thai festival celebrated annually throughout the Kingdom of Thailand.

The festival takes place on the evening of the full moon of the 12th month in the traditional Thai lunar calendar , thus the exact date of the festival changes every year. The word “loy” means to float, while “krathongs” are small baskets traditionally made from banana tree wood and carefully folded banana leaves, each containing sticks of incense, candles, and an offering of a few coins. On the night of the full moon, People in Thailand float their krathong on a river, canal, or a pond, making a wish as they do so. The festival may originate from an ancient rural ritual of paying respect to Goddess of water, while the krathongs floating away symbolizes letting go of all one hatred, anger, and defilements.

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Soak into ‘Imaginarium’ with Kandima Maldives this festive season!

Step into an island devoted to imagination

Kicking off this December, Kandima Maldives will transform into a spectacular Imaginarium for guests. Kandima, the game changing resort with a passion on being #anythingbutordinary is fulfilling everyone’s wildest dreams.

Kandima presents the very kool festive theme ‘Imaginarium’ for all its guests this season. A place devoted to imagination, this festive season has been designed to stimulate the senses and ignite guests’ creative fantasies yet again. With a 2 weeks long schedule of activities, performances and imagination infused art installations, guests at Kandima Maldives will be endlessly entertained, whether it’s the Mad Hatter’s Tea Party, DELI Of Illusions, Kocktail Making Masterclasses, Resin Art Exhibition, Gingerbread House Decorating or Island Scavenger Hunts and not to forget the legendary Kula Run, there’s something for every imaginative traveller. Whether you are a family, a couple or just a solo traveller, Kandima is the place to be this festive season!

A KANDIMA CHRISTMAS Everyone’s invited to take part in Kandima’s Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony on the 22nd of D ecember. Kandima’s Breeze Beach will be transformed into a tree lighting e xtravaganza, w ith decorations, creative tropical lights, and singing Christmas carols. On Christmas Day itself, forget the city grotto and line up for a photoshoot with Santa!

With an in-house photographer to capture memories, everyone can put down their screens and have a wonderful time relishing the stunning Maldivian sunsets against the backdrop of the festivities. For the Christmas day buffet, expect delicious menus serving classic Christmas dishes with a Maldivian twist. Fresh seafood and accompanying imaginative cocktails and bubblies will whet your appetite with live music to enjoy whilst dining. Try five imaginative and wonderful chocolate flavours specially curated by the Kandima pastry chefs all available to be picked at Kandima’s kool food retail outlets.

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ENDLESS ENTERTAINMENT From incredible bands such as the high-octane group Nothing but Hits to globally renowned DJs such as Tanya Vie and famous children’s entertainer Mr. Marvel, Kandima has music and dancing to everyone’s taste from day to night to mark your perfect Maldivian festive holiday. With 10 unique dining choices, from restaurants and bars, Kandima is the best place to keep the party going.

The oh-so-kool resort will be throwing a festive bash on Christmas Eve before Christmas day but the party doesn’t stop there day next brings on a retro party before a big adult’s only white party hosted at the islands forbidden bar on the 28 th , but don’t let the name fool you, nothing is forbidden at Kandima! Every generation has been thought of, with pool parties, guest football matches, kids crab hunts and karaoke at the island so parents can enjoy themselves without worrying about the kids.

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to the entertaining art illustrations to the super kool entertainment with fireworks to bring in the New Years! Maritime imaginers and adrenaline chasers will be delighted to discover a calendar of paddle board races, water volleyball, night snorkelling, dolphin cruises and diving with Santa during the period of imaginarium festivities!

ARTS, CRAFTS &K’REATIVITY The Imaginarium theme will see the anything but ordinary Kandima’s DELI transformed intoa ‘DELI Of Illusions’ where guests will have the chance to experience the entertaining illusionary illustrations while they sip their kool-coffee’s and get creative at the nearby spaces with a Tattoo Parlour, resin art painting, Kocktail creation masterclasses or just a wellness filled vacation at the resorts esKape Spa to relax your imaginative soul. The guests are also invited to join Kadima’s resident artist for painting sessions and unleashing creativity at the Kula art studio at Kandima. Located at the edge of a natural lake with a special ecosystem also boasting of the Aroma Café with a view, take a moment of peace to marvel at the work of talented local

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artists and their inspiring. And for anyone looking to keep fit during the festivities, join the endless sports activities including football matches for the guests. Getting even more imaginative, everyone is invited to take part in the KULA Colour Run, an epic trail that sees guests run through clouds of colour as they explore one of the Maldives’ longest stretches of beach.

in paradise or the Imaginarium New Year’s to give you that rush. Equipped with all the couple or family feels of a yearend holiday in the middle of the blue azure but none of the winter blues, guests find their imaginations ignited at Kandima this Christmas.

A NEW YEAR LIKE NO OTHER Welcome 2022 with tasty treats at the 2 expansive all-day diners Zest, Flavour & other fine dining restaurants, offing a worldly New Year’s Eve selection. Think of a world of choices, from the freshest seafood to the choicest of meats or the Asian delicacies to the mouthwatering delicious desserts – there is something for everyone’s palate. After dinner, guests are invited to party the night away on the white sandy beach for a night with live entertainment and oh-so bedazzling fireworks display, a NYE that will be for the books, an unforgettable night of fun fit for the imagination, but in the real world. The day after, guests can sooth aching heads with an indulgent New Year brunch, an intimate floating breakfast or lunch in your private villa, plan a castaway island experience for the couple /family or simply soak up the sun discovering the incredible reefs around the island.

With great accommodation options for every type of traveller and enough space to discover something new each day, Kandima is the fail-safe recipe for escapism this winter.

After months of stunted summer plans, it’s the perfect time to start a tropical tradition of Christmas

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MEETING INCENTIVE CONFERENCE EXHIBITION

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COVID-19 vaccine guide for travellers to Thailand Thailand currently approves 8 COVID-19 vaccines, and everyone 18 years of age and older should get fully vaccinated for COVID-19 before travelling to the Kingdom, while rules differ for those under 18 years. Here’s an update to our guide to COVID-19 vaccines for international travellers to Thailand.

International travellers, including returning Thais and foreign residents, who are above 18 years of age should get fully vaccinated for COVID-19 with a vaccine approved

by Thailand’s Ministry of Public Health (MoPH) or the World Health Organisation (WHO) no less than 14 days before their travel date.

For travellers under 18 years, the following new rules will apply from 16 December, 2021, pending official announcement in the Royal Thai Government Gazette.

Travellers 12-17 years of age, travelling with parents under the TEST & GO entry scheme and Sandbox Programme, are not required to be vaccinated but must have a negative RT-PCR test result within 72 hours before travelling.

Those unaccompanied must get vaccinated with at least one dose of an approved vaccine and must have a negative RT-PCR test result.

Travellers 6-11 years of age, travelling with parents under the TEST & GO entry scheme and Sandbox Programme, must have

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a negative RT-PCR test result within 72 hours before travelling.

Travellers under 6 years of age, travelling with parents with a negative RT-PCR test result within 72 hours before travelling, are not required to have a pre-arrival negative RT-PCR test result and can have saliva test when entering to the Kingdom.

Travellers previously infected within 3 months before travelling must have a medical certificate of recovery or get vaccinated with at least one dose of an approved vaccine for an unspecified period of times before travelling.

List of approved COVID-19 vaccines Currently, the MoPH has approved the following manufacturers and vaccines: CoronaVac by Sinovac Biotech Ltd – 2 doses needed / 2-4-week interval; AstraZeneca or Covishield by AstraZeneca and the University of Oxford, SK Bioscience (South Korea), Siam Bioscience, and Serum Institute of India (Covishield) – 2 doses needed / 4-12-week interval; Pfizer–BioNTech or Comirnaty by Pfizer Inc. and BioNTech 2 doses needed / 3-week interval; Janssen or Janssen/Ad26.COV2.S by Johnson & Johnson Services, Inc. – 1 dose needed;

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Moderna by Moderna Inc. – 2 doses needed / 4-week interval); Sinopharm or COVILO by Sinopharm Co., Ltd. – 2 doses needed / 3-4-week interval); Sputnik V by the Gamaleya Research Institute of Epidemiology and Microbiology – 2 doses needed – 3-week interval); Covaxin by Bharat Biotech International Limited – 2 doses needed / 4-week interval.

Have you been fully vaccinated?

According to the MoPH, travellers are considered fully vaccinated if: They get their second dose of a 2-dose vaccine; such as, the AstraZeneca or Pfizer vaccines, no less than 14 days before their travel date to Thailand.

They get a single-dose vaccine; such as, Janssen vaccine, no less than 14 days before their travel date to Thailand.

In case of mix-and-match vaccines, travellers should get their second dose of a different vaccine within the recommended interval of the first vaccine no less than 14 days before their travel date to Thailand. For example, if the first vaccine is CoronaVac from Sinovac Biotech and the second vaccine is AstraZeneca, the time between the two doses is 2-4 weeks.

Travellers who do not meet these criteria may be denied entry into Thailand.

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Requirements for the ‘Certificate of COVID-19 Vaccination’ The travellers’ Certificate of COVID-19 Vaccination should contain the following details: Given name and last name; Date of Birth; Nationality; Passport or Identification No.; Name of the COVID-19 vaccine; Vaccination dates; Vaccine manufacturer and lot/batch number; Authorised organisation in the country of origin.

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Jyoti Mayal’s term as TAAI President Extended by a year as the Members take key decision at Association’s EGM TAAI's Extra-Ordinary General Meeting (EGM) held virtually on Monday, 29th November, 2021 at 11:30am, where the members took call on the functioning of the Association as the Managing Committee recommended to extend the term of the current team.

The Managing Committee of the Travel Agents Association of India (TAAI) on behalf of the members has proposed to extend the term of the existing office officers for another year as a tenure of the team neared completion. The same required statutory approval by the General Body of the Association.

Jyoti Mayal, Director, New Airways Travels (Delhi) Pvt. Ltd, who got elected as the President of the Association in 2019 for a two-year term will remain at the helm of affairs for another year till September 2022.

Jay Bhatia, Vice President, Bettaiah Lokesh, Hon. Secretary General and Shreeram Patel, Hon. National Treasurer will also continue to be at the helm and carry on with their active duties and take forward the Association and sail them through a path of the recovery along with the entire Managing Committee. The term of the Region & Chapter Office Bearers also has got extended.

The current team has been very active in terms of organising activities for members in form of roadshows, virtual meetings, webinars, and knowledge sessions & workshops. They have also been in regular communication with the

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government taking up various issues faced by the members and the travel trade.

The Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the Association was also held virtually on 29th November 2021 at 1400 hours, to complete the statutory requirements. During her annual address to the members at the AGM, President Mayal, commented that the agenda for the next year was discussed while highlighting the key achievements of the Association in the last two years.

“I would like to extend my gratitude to all the members for their support extended to TAAI, especially to our team led by VP Jay Bhatia, HSG Bettaiah Lokesh, HNT Shreeram Patel and the entire Managing Committee in the last two years. During our tenure, the travel & tourism industry has faced extraordinary circumstances and faced the toughest challenges in many decades. It is only due to the

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support of all members, TAAI managed to keep the industry’s confidence intact, where we made representations and reached out to the highest echelons in the country for their support,” she mentioned.

While updating a ten points agenda, the TAAI President highlighted the Association’s achievements through a well-drafted communication strategy, where she shared details of different MoU’s signed to educate and update the travel fraternity; efforts

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taken to restart businesses in form of air bubbles, selling through GDS; issues taken up at IATA/ APJC; initiatives under UFTAA, FAITH, THSC, WITT; Tie-ups with Universities; taking out NamasTAAI; and organising a successful Knowledge Conclave in Kevadia, Gujarat in March 2021.

During the meetings, Vice President, Jay Bhatia extended his support and jointly conveyed thanks to the membership and appreciated everyone’s effort and support during the year. Hon Secretary

General, Bettaiah Lokesh led the proceedings during the meetings and briefed the members about agenda points and the meetings were conducted smoothly.

While, Hon National Treasurer, Shreeram Patel updated on the annual finances, the house approved the same unanimously.

GMJ & Co., were re-appointed as the Auditors for the Financial Year 202122.

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TAT New Delhi hosts Product Presentation & Networking Lunch in Lucknow To update the Lucknow, Kanpur & Varanasi Travel trade about the gradual re-opening of Thailand for tourism from India, Tourism Authority of Thailand New Delhi organized the Amazing Thailand Presentation & Networking Lunch at Taj Mahal Hotel on 27th November 2021.

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Thailand Re-opening and situation update was given by Mr Vachirachai Sirisumpan, Director- Tourism Authority of Thailand - New Delhi.

He highlighted TAT’s new marketing campaign “Visit Thailand Year 2022” that will emphasize Thailand’s strength in biological diversity and cultural richness under the Amazing New Chapter’s concept.

This was followed by a product presentation promoting popular destinations in Thailand like Bangkok, Pattaya, Phuket, Koh Samui and Chiang Mai. The presentation also introduced new products and activities in Thailand that Indian travelers could enjoy. The afternoon ended with a Q&A session where members of the travel trade engaged Event highlights: Visa On Arrival facilities for Indian Covaxin already approved by MoPH. Test and Go for 63 Countries include India.

Blue Zone Sandbox for 17 Sandbox Destinations Happy Quarantine nationwide

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he announcement done by Ministry of Tourism earlier, came to fruition during the 'Distribution of Loan Cheques/ Sanction Letters to Registered Tour Guides and Operators' event, when the cheques were handed out physically by Hon'ble Union Minister for Tourism, Culture and Development of North Eastern Region - DoNER, to tour operators in New Delhi. The distribution of cheques to some of the registered tour operators and guides was administered in order to initiate the loan scheme MICE AFFAIRS | 33

and encourage tour operators to come forth and avail the loan scheme, being provided by the Ministry. During the concluding segment of the event, Hon'ble Minister addressed the gathering focusing upon the significance of such initiatives in revival of the tourism industry. He also mentioned that for the first time, appointment of tourism officers is about to take place in Indian embassies of 20 nations to facilitate the tourism operation in India in an effective manner.

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