Dear Readers,

As we step into the heart of 2025, the Indian travel and tourism sector continues to reshape itself with remarkable purpose and vision. From spiritual and cultural circuits to high-value experiential travel and now, education tourism, India is broadening its horizons and unlocking the potential of its soft power to attract global attention.

In this July Edition of Travel Heights, we cast a spotlight on Education Tourism, a rapidly emerging sector catalysed by the “Study in India” initiative. Guided by the vision of Hon’ble Prime Minister Narendra Modi and integrated with the larger goals of Viksit Bharat 2047, India is now positioning itself not just as a destination for leisure but as a hub of academic excellence, research, and cultural learning. Our cover story dives deep into how universities, tourism boards, and private stakeholders are working together to create a compelling education-led travel ecosystem.

This month also captures the build- up to the highly anticipated 40th IATO Annual Convention in Puri, which promises to be a melting pot of ideas, innovation, and renewed partnerships. As stakeholders gear up for this landmark gathering, we present

exclusive interviews, state-centric initiatives, and thought-provoking insights from association leaders who are steering the narrative of inbound tourism’s resurgence.

At Travel Heights, our mission remains firm: to empower the industry with information, connect policymakers with practitioners, and champion India’s tourism vision globally. Whether it’s through spotlighting destination marketing strategies or supporting state-led campaigns at international platforms like WTM and ITB Berlin, we are proud to be the bridge between aspiration and action.

We thank our contributors, advertisers, and readers for their continued support and engagement. Here’s to a new wave of purposeful travel and partnerships that go beyond borders and truly shape the future of tourism in India.

Happy Reading!

Richa Jain

Editor-in-Chief

Travel Heights Magazine