Issue dated - 16th- 31st July 2002  

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Karnataka Acquires New Tourism Minister
The winds of change seems to have finally caught up with the hospitality and tourism sectors in the state.

Tourist Guides Retirement Age To Be Revised
Amongst the various issues raked up at the recently concluded Tourist Guide Federation of India’s (TGFI) sixth annual general meet, the retirement age of guides took precedence over all else.

The Grand Hyatt Delhi Makes Its Presence Felt In Mumbai
Mumbai recently witnessed the brand launch of The Grand Hyatt Delhi, to showcase the new modern hotel that is located near to the airports, central business districts of Gurgaon, near South Delhi.

IITM Draws Increased Response From Southern Markets
The recently concluded fifth India International Travel Mart (IITM) 2002, which was hosted in Bangalore, ended off on a high note with an increase in overall participation from international airlines and tourism boards.

NIFAST Showcases Potential Of North Indian Destinations
The Northern India Forum for Aviation and Sustainable Tourism (NIFAST) recently held it’s first convention in Delhi.

Galileo India Announces The ‘Be A Visawhiz’ Contest
Galileo India in partnership with TMart solutions recently announced its ‘be a visawhiz’ contest targeted at travel agents.

Integrated Effort - A Must...
We need to highlight the Indian potential in terms of religious tourism and that each religion takes us higher towards spiritualism. A number of developmental projects and plans are also in the pipeline and I assure you of progression in tourism. Though, I have just assumed the position, I will do my best.”

On The Move
Aditya Sahdev has been appointed as general manager - sales and marketing for Fortune Park Hotels Ltd by ITC Hotels Ltd.
Ajit Sharma has been appointed as general manager - sales and marketing, Jaypee Hotels. Prior to the appointment, he was general manager with Jaypee Palace, Agra and Jaypee Residency Manor, Mussoorie.
Scott Wilson has been appointed general manager, Parkroyal Inter-Continental, New Delhi. Prior to the appointment, he was in charge Holiday Inn Resort Phi Phi Island.
Nidhi Sharma has been appointed head sales and marketing, Mercury Travels. Prior to the appointment, Sharma was working with the Australian Tourist Commission as country manager - India.

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