‘We Encourage Either Price Or Product Driven Packages’
The tourism industry in Mauritius is considered to be the third pillar of the economy after the manufacturing sector and agriculture. Tourism contributes significantly to economic growth and has been a key factor in the overall development of the island. Kavi Ghei, director of Trac Representations, representing Mauritius Tourism Promotion Authority (MTPA) in India, talks to Jyoti Koul about his plans to promote the destination in the country.

Indo-Irish Commonalities Are A Key Strength
Leo Ganter, market development manager, Tourism Ireland tells Bhisham Mansukhani why Indian arrivals to Ireland have only one way to go .

‘We Must Work Together To Promote Hospitality And Tourism’
India and Maldives recently signed a Memorandum of Under standing (MoU) to promote intra-regional tourism within both countries. One of the key focus of that agreement is to further relations through hospitality projects. In conversation, Dr Mahamood Shougee, minister of tourism and civil aviation of Maldives tells Savio Rodrigues about the new developments.

Tourism Malaysia, A-I Announce Joint Initiatives
Tourism Malaysia, the nodal agency to promote Malaysia as a preferred tourist destination among Indians, and Air India, the national carrier of the country, announced a series of joint initiatives planned for the Indian market in promoting Malaysia- Truly Asia.

South Africa Picks India For Two Key Pilot Projects
South African Tourism has chosen its Indian market for two key pilot projects that it may roll out globally in the future.