Of approx. 140 countries, India has ranked 52nd in
the World Economic Forum’s recent list of travel and tourism. This is yet
another morale booster for the T&T industry.
The list states that Spain has topped the charts, followed by
France, German, the USA, Britain, Switzerland, Australia, Italy, Japan, and
Canada in the top 10 rankers. India’s competitiveness in travel industry looks
stronger than ever, now as it has managed to climb up 13 places to reach this
rank.
India’s economic growth is catching up speed as it is gradually
growing as a top business travel destination. This is a sign of good scope for
the current and coming financial years.
Hey Travel
Agents in Delhi NCR, you better keep an energy drink handy, as
a lot of business prospects are coming your way!
Travel and Tourism Competitiveness Index (TTCI) 2013 had
reserved 65th rank for India. This year’s report features ranking
across 141 countries in 14 dimensions. The report also states that India needs
to improve health, hygiene, information, communication and technological
aspects of the travel industry, in order to establish a higher rank for itself.
Tour operators in Delhi NCR must start paying attention to
the kind of vendors for transport, food, accommodation, etc. they tie-up with
for their travel packages. They must ensure that hygiene is well-maintained to
have enhanced health value. Additionally, facilities of urgent health care or
first aid should also be arranged.
Security is another concern. Hence, the tour operators must make
sure that their agencies offer secured and safe options to the clients. God
forbid, yet if anything goes wrong, then along with the agency’s India’s
reputation and the market scenario would be at stake.
Current India’s travel and tourism sector accounts for 5 percent
of India’s employment. The potential of employability and business growth is
huge, considering India’s 7 million international visitors in relation with
China’s 55 million. Probably, a microscopic focus on domestic tour packages in India for the offbeat cities would
add to huge value additions, in addition to other strategies that can be
implemented for expanding the potential of this sector.
India’s travel and tourism industry is likely climb clouds nine
or maybe higher. Let’s watch how the industry resolves all the bottlenecks to
reach that high and keep our fingers crossed.
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