Introduction to Tourism and Travel

Tourism refers to travel for pleasure, recreation, or business. The World Tourism Organization defines tourists as persons who go to and stay in places beyond their customary surroundings for more than twenty-four hours and not more than one year for leisure, business, or other objectives. Tourism is a common occurrence in human life. It has been a massive industry that has aided in economic and social development. Tourism has grown at an incredible rate all around the world. Tourism is the world's largest industry, with over 600 million people travelling each year with yearly earnings of around half a trillion dollars and a five percent annual growth rat

India, as a huge and diversified country, always has something to offer, and the development of tourism is tied to its wonderful traditions and rich cultural history. Its spectacular monuments draw a significant number of visitors.

India's Hospitality Industry Is Growing

In India, the hotel business is undergoing a transformation. The country's growing economy and significant growth in areas such as information technology, communications, retail, and real estate are two major factors driving up demand for hotel rooms. Foreign investors and multinational corporate travelers are flocking to the country to take advantage of the rising stock market and new business prospects

In India, the hotel business is undergoing a transformation. A total of 110,000 rooms are available in the business. According to the tourism ministry, 4.4 million tourists visited India last year, with demand expected to rise to 10 million by 2010 in order to accommodate 350 million domestic visitors. A lack of 150,000 rooms in India's hotels has pushed up hotel room rates across the country