The roadshow had B2B interactions and presentations that showcased the destination and also opened up new avenues to showcase Karnataka in a new light to the travel and trade community.
This exclusive B2B Roadshow had over 15 stakeholders from Karnataka and many discerning trade partners from Visakhapatnam.
Jagadeesha, IAS, Managing Director, Karnataka State Tourism Development Corporation said, “Karnataka with its diverse range of tourism products is fast emerging as one of the most interesting and productive states for both leisure and business travel.”
“Domestic tourism being the backbone of the tourism economy has a lot of potential which needs to be tapped. Post-pandemic, these roadshow activities will be an excellent occasion for our stakeholders to renew contacts with the travel-trade as well as tourists,” he added.
Venkatesh, IAS, Director, Department of Tourism said, “Karnataka is home to a large and exciting portfolio of globally acclaimed tourist attractions like UNESCO World Heritage sites, splendid wildlife and resplendent nature, virgin beaches etc. It is an around the year tourist destination. The roadshow series will provide impetus to domestic inbound travel and would enhance the marketing efforts of Karnataka.”
The event was inaugurated by K. Vijay Mohan, President, Tours & Travels Association of Andhra along with Ravi Rai, General Manager, Novotel Varuna Beach, Shivakumar, General Manager (Admin), Karnataka State Tourism Development Corporation, Indiramma BG, General Manager (Finance), Karnataka State Tourism Development Corporation & Kumar, Secretary, Tours & Travels Association of Andhra.
Some of the stakeholders, who exhibited at the roadshow included Karnataka State Tourism Development Corporation, Jungle Lodges & Resorts, Intersight Tours & Travels Pvt Ltd, TGI Hotels & Resorts, Skyway International Travels, WelcomHeritage Shivavilas Palace – Hampi, Gamyam Align Yourself Classical Ayurveda & Yoga Retreat, Paul Resorts & Hotels Private Limited, Mookanana Resort & many more.
