Skift India Travel Podcast

Podcasts

Tapping India’s $20 Billion Corporate Travel Opportunity

In India’s corporate travel landscape, small is big as small and medium enterprises shape the future of the sector. Their growing travel demand is a key factor driving the market’s expected doubling by 2030.

Peden Doma Bhutia | 3 weeks ago

Tapping India’s $20 Billion Corporate Travel Opportunity

Hotels

Rethinking Hospitality Through Design and Eco-Conscious Travel

The hospitality scene in India is changing, and it’s giving rise to brands like Minimalist Hotels that cater to travelers who look for places that strike a balance between quality and experience. Lavish amenities might not be a priority, but they're happy to splurge on things like specialty coffee or other premium touches.

Peden Doma Bhutia | 1 month ago

Rethinking Hospitality Through Design and Eco-Conscious Travel

Podcasts

Can India’s New Tourism Push Close the Gap in Inbound Travel?

India needs to close the gap between its thriving outbound market and untapped inbound potential, along with what the future might hold for the country's place in global tourism.

Peden Doma Bhutia | 1 month ago

Can India’s New Tourism Push Close the Gap in Inbound Travel?

Podcasts

What Makes Religious Tourism A Strong Investment for Hotels in India

Hospitality companies are adapting to the growing demands of Indian travelers, driven by rising disposable income and greater global exposure. Customizing products to meet these evolving preferences is crucial for survival in an increasingly competitive and discerning market.

Peden Doma Bhutia | 2 months ago

What Makes Religious Tourism A Strong Investment for Hotels in India

Hotels

What Leela’s IPO Signals About the Future of Luxury Tourism in India

India’s travel scene is witnessing rapid growth. With Leela Palaces' $599 million IPO, smart acquisitions, and growing aviation, things are taking off. Visa relaxations just sweeten the deal.

Peden Doma Bhutia | 2 months ago

What Leela’s IPO Signals About the Future of Luxury Tourism in India

Podcasts

Air India-Vistara Merger: Strategic Win or Tata’s Gamble?

While the merger is a necessary step to consolidate Tata Group’s airline assets, Air India faces stiff competition on both the international and domestic fronts. Its ability to overhaul operations, modernize services, and win back market share will determine whether it can compete effectively against heavyweights like Emirates and the ever-dominant Indigo.

Peden Doma Bhutia | 2 months ago

Air India-Vistara Merger: Strategic Win or Tata’s Gamble?

Podcasts

The Great Digital Shift of India’s Road Transport

To meet the demands of India’s mobile-first consumer economy, the ground transportation sector is undergoing a significant digitization boom. A shift that reflects broader trends in how people prefer to navigate their journeys.

Peden Doma Bhutia | 2 months ago

The Great Digital Shift of India’s Road Transport

Hotels

Factors Driving Growth in India’s Hotel Industry – India Report

The Indian hotel industry is expected to grow over the next three years for several reasons: limited room supply, growing demand, better infrastructure. The demand-supply gap is a positive aspect, but could also cause issues if not carefully dealt with.

Bulbul Dhawan | 2 months ago

Factors Driving Growth in India’s Hotel Industry – India Report

Podcasts

What India Must Do to Revitalize Inbound Tourism

A 44% increase in foreign arrivals in 2023, may suggest recovery for Indian inbound tourism, but the country has a long way to go to realise its true potential in tourism.

Peden Doma Bhutia | 2 months ago

What India Must Do to Revitalize Inbound Tourism

Podcasts

India’s Tourism Boom: Middle Class Drives Surge, Global Brands and Hotels Pivot

India's travel and tourism sector is witnessing a boom. But making the most of it will need smart ideas and investments. The next few years will show how well global and local companies can seize this chance.

Peden Doma Bhutia | 3 months ago

India’s Tourism Boom: Middle Class Drives Surge, Global Brands and Hotels Pivot