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Heritage Hotel of the Year 'Luxury Heritage
  1. The hotel applying for the Awards should be in operations for more than 2 years in India as on March 31, 2023.
  2. The hotel applying for the Awards should be in operations for more than 2 years in India as on March 31, 2023.
  3. The hotel applying for the Awards should be in operations for more than 2 years in India as on March 31, 2023.
  4. The hotel applying for the Awards should be in operations for more than 2 years in India as on March 31, 2023.
Heritage Hotel of the Year Boutique Heritage
  1. The hotel applying for the Awards should be in operations for more than 2 years in India as on March 31, 2023.
  2. Heritage hotel property who has its presence in India and has 50% of the property floor area built before 1950.
  3. The hotel should have a valid classification certificate by Ministry of tourism as on March 31, 2023 and local authority letter confirming that the property is a heritage property.
  4. The hotel must not have any branches and should be a standalone hotel.
  5. The hotel should provide a range of personalized services such as 24-hour security service, Parking lot/garage/valet service, Meeting room, etc.
Hotel Chain of the Year Premium
  1. The hotel applying for the Awards should be in operations for more than 2 years in India as on March 31, 2023.
  2. The hotels should be present in more than 3 states in India.
  3. The hotel should have a valid classification certificate by Ministry of tourism as on March 31, 2023.
  4. The hotel should have amenities such as private pools, spa services, and exclusive lounges for guests, fine dining options, specialty restaurants, etc.
Hotel Chain of the Year 'Mid Market
  1. The hotel applying for the Awards should be in operations for more than 2 years in India as on March 31, 2023.
  2. The hotels should be present in more than 3 states in India.
  3. The hotel should have a valid classification certificate by Ministry of tourism as on March 31, 2023.
  4. The hotel should have amenities such as comfortable rooms, basic wellness facilities, and business services suitable for both leisure and business travellers, etc.
Hotel Chain of the Year Budget
  1. The hotel applying for the Awards should be in operations for more than 2 years in India as on March 31, 2023.
  2. The hotels should be present in more than 3 states in India .
  3. The hotel should have a valid classification certificate by Ministry of tourism as on March 31, 2023.
  4. The hotel should have amenities such as basic, no-frills accommodations with fewer amenities and simpler furnishings, limited dining options, such as a basic breakfast or snacks, but do not typically feature full-service restaurants.
Business Hotel of the Year
  1. The hotel applying for the Awards should be in operations for more than 2 years in India as on March 31, 2023.
  2. The hotel should be a standalone hotel in a city.
  3. The hotel should have a valid classification certificate by Ministry of tourism as on March 31, 2023.
  4. The hotel should provide amenities such as meeting and conference facilities (board rooms, conference rooms with modern equipment), executive business lounge, luxurious and spacious rooms with ergonomic workspaces, high-speed wi-fi and wired internet access in rooms and public areas, business services and support such as concierge services for travel arrangements, reservations, and transportation, printing, fax, and courier services.
Leisure Hotel of the Year
  1. The hotel applying for the Awards should be in operations for more than 2 years in India as on March 31, 2023.
  2. The hotel should be a standalone hotel in a city.
  3. The hotel should have a valid classification certificate by Ministry of tourism as on March 31, 2023.
  4. The hotel should provide amenities such as multiple meeting rooms and event spaces, private rooms for VIPs and speakers, business centre, parking facilities, 24/7 concierge services, fitness centres, spas, and wellness facilities, etc.
Convention Hotel of the Year
  1. Recognize a standalone hotel that excels in providing exceptional facilities and services for hosting conventions, conferences, meetings, and large-scale events.
  1. The hotel applying for the Awards should be in operations for more than 2 years in India as on March 31, 2023.
  2. The hotel should be a standalone hotel in a city.
  3. The hotel should have a valid classification certificate by Ministry of tourism as on March 31, 2023.
  4. The hotel should provide amenities such as multiple meeting rooms and event spaces, private rooms for VIPs and speakers, business centre, parking facilities, 24/7 concierge services, fitness centres, spas, and wellness facilities, etc.
Wellness Hotel of the Year
  1. Recognize a hotel that excels in providing exceptional wellness and health-focused services and facilities to its guests.
  1. The hotel applying for the Awards should be in operations for more than 2 years in India as on March 31, 2023.
  2. The hotel should have a valid classification certificate by Ministry of tourism as on March 31, 2023.
  3. The hotel should provide its customers along with the basic amenities, Spa and Wellness Centre, Mental Well-being Programs, Guest Rooms with Wellness Amenities, etc.
Domestic Tour Operator of the Year
  1. Turnover more than INR 50 Cr. (as on March 2023)
  2. Turnover less than INR 50 Cr. (as on March 2023)
  1. The tour operator applying for the Awards should be in operations for more than 2 years in India as on March 31, 2023.
  2. The organization offering tours and travel services within Indian destinations for customers with its presence PAN India.
Inbound Tour Operator of the Year
  1. Turnover more than INR 50 Cr. (as on March 2023)
  2. Turnover less than INR 50 Cr. (as on March 2023)
  1. The tour operator applying for the Awards should be in operations for more than 2 years in India as on March 31, 2023.
  2. Applications for this Award category are open for all inbound tour operators operational in India.
Outbound Tour Operator of the Year
  1. Turnover more than INR 50 Cr. (as on March 2023)
  2. Turnover less than INR 50 Cr. (as on March 2023)
  1. The tour operator applying for the Awards should be in operations for more than 2 years in India as on March 31, 2023.
  2. Applications for this Award category are open for all outbound tour operators operational in India.
MICE Tour Operator of the Year
  1. Outbound
  2. Domestic
  1. The tour operator applying for the Awards should be in operations for more than 2 years in India as on March 31, 2023.
  2. Applications for this Award category are open for all MICE tour operators operational in India.
Offline Travel Agent
  1. Outbound
  2. Domestic
  1. Applications for this Award category is open for all offline travel agents operational in India for more than 2 years as on March 31, 2023.
  2. The agent should provide amenities such as ticket booking, including flights, hotels, and other transportation options, as well as provide personalized travel advice and assistance to meet the specific needs of clients.
Online Travel Agent of the Year
  1. Applications for this Award category is open for all online travel booking sites operational in India for more than 2 years as on March 31, 2023.
  2. Should provide services wherein the customer can book their travel on their own i.e., without any middlemen/ agents involved.
B2B Travel Technology Company of the Year
  1. Applications for this Award category is open for all B2B travel technology company operational in India for more than 2 years as on March 31, 2023.
  2. Should focus on innovative technology solutions for businesses in the travel industry.
B2B Agent of the Year (offline)
  1. Applications for this Award category is open for all offline B2B travel agent operational in India for more than 2 years as on March 31, 2023.
  2. Should exclusively cater to the travel needs of businesses and other B2B partners in the travel industry.
DMCs/ Travel Rep Company of the Year
  1. Inbound
  2. Outbound
  1. Applications for this Award category is openfor all DMCs/ TravelRepresentativeCompanies operationalin India for more than 2years as on March 31,2023.
  2. Specialized in providing destination-specific, ground-level services and are primarily B2B-focused.
Convention & Exhibition centre of the Year
  1. The centre applying for the Awards should be in operations for more than 2 years in India as on March 31, 2023.
  2. The centre should provide exhibition space, which can include both covered and open areas, along with a combination of indoor and outdoor meeting venues.
  3. The centre should operate as a standalone facility, and have a seating capacity of minimum 300 seats.
  4. The centre should offer amenities and facilities for differently abled individuals, as well as parking, service entrances, warehousing, and essential services such as fire safety, electrical systems, water supply, waste disposal, and housekeeping, etc.
Luxury Car Tourist Transport Operator of the Year
  1. The operator applying for the Awards should be in operations for more than 2 years in India as on March 31, 2023.
  2. Applications for this Award category is open for all tourist transporters providing luxury cars operational in India.
Travel Influencer of the Year
  1. Applications for this Award category are open for all influencer operated by individuals based out of India in the travel and tourism industry.
  2. The minimum number of followers / subscribers on a single platform should be more than 1000.
  3. The overall number of followers/ subscribers across platforms cannot be clubbed to meet the minimum criteria of 1000 followers / subscribers.
Travel Influencer of the Year
  1. Applications for this Award category are open for all influencer operated by individuals based out of India in the travel and tourism industry.
  2. The minimum number of followers / subscribers on a single platform should be more than 1000.
  3. The overall number of followers/ subscribers across platforms cannot be clubbed to meet the minimum criteria of 1000 followers / subscribers.
State Tourism Board
  1. The destination’s state tourism board applying for the Awards should be in operations for more than 2 years in India as on March 31, 2023.
  2. The initiatives taken by the board to promote tourism must be implemented between April 01, 2022, to March 31, 2023, in the Indian markets or major part of the project falls in the above-mentioned period.
International Tourism Board
  1. The destination’s tourism board applying for the Awards should be in operations for more than 2 years as on March 31, 2023.
  2. The initiatives taken by the board to promote tourism must be implemented between April 01, 2022, to March 31, 2023, or major part of the project falls in the above-mentioned period.
Cruise of the Year
  1. Domestic Cruise of the Year
  2. International Cruise of the Year
  1. The cruise applying for the Awards should be in operations for at least 1 years in India as on March 31, 2023.
  2. The cruise should be headquartered in India and operates cruise within India.
  3. The cruise should comply with all the rules and regulations laid down by the Ministry of Ports, Shipping, and Waterways.
  1. The Cruise applying for the Awards should be in operations for at least 1 Year as on March 31, 2023.
  2. The cruise should have registered presence in India and operates cruise to international destination.
  3. The cruise should comply with all the rules and regulations laid down by the Ministry of Ports, Shipping, and Waterways.
Airline of the Year
  1. Domestic Airline of the Year
  2. International Airline of the Year
  1. The airline applying for the Awards should be in operations for at least 1 year in India as on March 31, 2023.
  2. The airline should be headquartered in India and operates flights within India.
  3. The airline should comply with all the rules and regulations laid down by the Ministry of Civil Aviation.
  1. The airline applying for the Awards should be in operations for at least 1 year in India as on March 31, 2023.
  2. The airline should have registered presence in India and operates airline to international destination.
  3. The airline should comply with all the rules and regulations laid down by the Ministry of Civil Aviation.