Through insightful conversations, expert analysis, and compelling stories, the Skift India Travel Podcast aims to delve into the dynamic and ever-evolving business of travel in India. Skift Asia Editor Peden Doma Bhutia is joined by business leaders, and experts from throughout the industry and Skift's newsroom, to explore the challenges, opportunities, and trends shaping the Indian travel industry.
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Through insightful conversations, expert analysis, and compelling stories, the Skift India Travel Podcast aims to delve into the dynamic and ever-evolving business of travel in India. Skift Asia Editor Peden Doma Bhutia is joined by business leaders, and experts from throughout the industry and Skift's newsroom, to explore the challenges, opportunities, and trends shaping the Indian travel industry.
Why There Are No Direct Flights Connecting India and China
Skift India Travel Podcast
26 minutes
1 year ago
Why There Are No Direct Flights Connecting India and China
Presented by Amadeus
In this episode of the Skift India Travel Podcast, Asia Editor Peden Doma Bhutia and India Reporter Bulbul Dhawan delve into the significant decline in India-China flight connectivity since December 2019, which saw 539 direct passenger flights reduced to none due to Covid-19 and subsequent border tensions. In sharp contrast is India’s connectivity with the Middle East which they mention is thriving, highlighted by ambitious tourism targets from countries like Saudi Arabia, UAE, Oman, and Qatar.
They also discuss the growing importance of India as a key tourism source market for the U.S., noting the surge in Indian visitors despite visa wait times. The podcast also touches on financial technology company Paytm's strategic moves to enhance its travel offerings through partnerships with travel aggregators and airlines, reflecting the company's diversification and growth in the travel sector.
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Presented by Amadeus
Skift India Travel Podcast
Through insightful conversations, expert analysis, and compelling stories, the Skift India Travel Podcast aims to delve into the dynamic and ever-evolving business of travel in India. Skift Asia Editor Peden Doma Bhutia is joined by business leaders, and experts from throughout the industry and Skift's newsroom, to explore the challenges, opportunities, and trends shaping the Indian travel industry.
