Buddhist International Travel Mart 2019, at Lumbini is in the process to explore Nepal as the Land of Lord Buddha. Various tourism organization under the Main Organizing Committee are meeting at Nepal Tourism Board to work with the best strategy to make the mart success. The selection process of the international buyer Subcommittee met on Friday, 14th December whereas the next Subcommittee of approving the transport logistic meeting was held on Wednesday, 19th December. Similarly, on 20th December another meeting was held in discussion to manage the international Bloggers, Media and Publicity as well as for the Hospitality Management Subcommittee. On the same day, in selection of potential delegates and speaker for sharing the views and experience on event, Delegates & Speaker Sub Committee meeting was held. With the continuous workout for the BITM2019, the head to head meeting has been taking place. All these ongoing plans are expected to Read More
New Members were welcomed at NATTA Secretariat on its 20th Board Meeting. New Members are: Sapphire Tours & Travels Pvt. Ltd. Aashna World Travel Services Pvt. Ltd. They were welcomed by President Mr. CN Pandey and all present board members, with Membership Certificate and NATTA’s publications.
In conjunction with Nepal Tourism Board, NATTA is coordinating Nepal’s participation in 39th FITUR-2019 which is being held in 23-27 January 2019 at Madrid, Spain. Nepal will be showcasing its tourism products in one of the coveted Fair in Europe. Nepal’s Participation is comprised of 16 participating tourism companies. On this regard, Briefing with participants along with NTB officials was held at NATTA Secretariat on 16th December 2018. The meeting was held to discusse the details about Nepal Pavilion in FITUR and certain norms to be applied during FITUR participation. Similarly, stalls of participants were allocated by lucky draw. FITUR has become a global meeting point for tourism professionals and the leading trade fair for inbound and outbound tourism markets. NATTA has been coordinating the participation since many years in coordination with NTB. NATTA has nominated 2nd Vice President, Mrs. Sangita Jirel Bade as a Coordinator for Nepal’s Participation in Read More
Meeting of NATTA Council of Past Presidents was held at NATTA Secretariat on 10th December to have the discussion on the several agendas; BITM, NATTA Statute Amendment and Updated Tourism Act. Initially, President Mr. CN Pandey familiarized on the current updates of BITM, NATTA Statute and Draft of Tourism Act. Past Presidents firstly admired on the initiation of BITM implementing by NATTA giving certain ideas and assured for their ever support in making a program success. Similarly, certain opinions were shared on the amendment of NATTA Statute including discussions of Provincial State and proposed new act of Tourism 2075. Past Presidents, Mr. Dhurba Narayan Shrestha, Mr. Ram Kaji Koney, Mr. Arjun Prasad Sharma, IPP Mr. Madhusudan Acharya were at the meeting convened by Past President and Chairperson of NATTA Council of Past Presidents, Mr. RR Pandey with their valuable inputs in the NCPP Meeting. Upcoming NATTA Statute Amendment also has Read More
NATTA organized an Interaction Program with its members on 9th December at Naxal Banquet. The objective of the program was to inform about NATTA’s upcoming event, Buddhist International Travel Mart (BITM) 2019 which is being held on January 10-12 2019 at Lumbini, Nepal and to collect the feedback and suggestions from the members before chalking out the event. President Mr. CN Pandey welcomed all the members apprising short details on upcoming NATTA endeavors. Number of members along with Past Presidents were present in the interaction program. The program was compered by Secretary General Mr. Ramesh Thapa. Program continued with the presentation led by Convener for BITM & 1st VP, Mr. Achyut Sharma Guragain informing on the specifics of Buddhist International Travel Mart (BITM). The program ended with answer to the details raised by members by President Mr. C.N Pandey. The feedback and reaction of the general members expressed on the Read More
Delegates from Import Promotion Desk (IPD), a German Organization were at NATTA Secretariat on 5th December 2018. This organisation is working on to start an initiative in supporting Nepali tourism operators to develop the business networks in Europe. The organisation will support to organisations having the Criteria such as SME with limited or no business contact in Europe, Readiness to promote their business through international platforms, Ability to communicate in English, Faith on Responsible practices and sustainable tourism. In its first mission, IPD organized information workshops in Kathmandu and Pokhara, one in each place with travel stakeholders. The workshop was held on 6th December at Hotel Himalaya and another session was held in Pokhara on 7th December. NATTA circulated its members regarding the workshop inviting for participation and had the participation of around 20 companies as NATTA Representation.
NATTA delegation visited Royal Thai Embassy in Bansbari, Kathmandu to have a meeting with Ambassador, HE. Mr. Bhakavat Tanskul on 4th December 2018. The meeting was arranged with H.E to discuss on the current issues arising in visa processing. The issues raised were while applying for visa in a group, as some are rejected showing certain defaults. In this case, the delegates urged Embassy to aware formerly if there are any problems in documents which would be supportive while applying for the visas. Also, requested for reducing from 5 to 3 days in receiving applied visa for easy travel to the travelers. Likewise, the delegations also requested HE to have the provision of multiple visa for at least 2-3 years for the traveler traveling for medical treatment or business purpose. Secretary General, Mr. Ramesh Thapa, Executive Members Mr. Ramesh Paudel and Mr. Shreeram Pandey were the NATTA Delegation visiting the Read More
Mr. Christain Blondin, an International Consultant at the World Bank, who is currently in Nepal on an assignment was at NATTA Secretariat on 29th November 2018 to review opportunities for public and private sector engagement as well as academia, for increasing sustainability of weather, climate and hydrological (hydromet) service delivery in Nepal. GFDRR Hydromet is a team of World Bank staff and consultants, which is actively engaging with World Bank stakeholders to improve weather, climate and hydrological service delivery in support of mainstream development activities in several World Bank regions. The work focuses on three primary areas: capacity building and technical assistance; analytical support and knowledge management; and portfolio development. President Mr. CN Pandey and 1st Vice President Mr. Achyut Sharma Guragain had a conversation on this matter with Mr. Blondin.
Trans Holiday Travel & Tours Pvt. Ltd. was welcomed as a new member on NATTA’s 18th Board Meeting. New member was welcomed by President Mr. CN Pandey and all present board members, with Membership Certificate and NATTA’s publications.
Representatives from Finn Airlines were at NATTA Secretariat on 23rd November 2018 with the purpose of the study of Nepal market in the sector of aviation. Finn Airlines which is the national carrier of Finland, is trying to operate its airlines in Nepal as per the ongoing Market trend of Nepal in Europe. In the meeting, Secretary General Mr. Ramesh Thapa suggested operating the flight in Nepal that makes intact to develop in the Nepal and Europe market. Likewise Executive Member, Mr. Amrit Kumar Dhakal conversed on further information about the operating Finn Airlines. It is appreciating that international airlines from various nations are interested in bringing their wings to Nepal that shows Nepal is being widespread globally.
Meeting with Airlines In Request for Support in upcoming Buddhist International Travel Mart (BITM) 2019, a joint meeting with international airlines and GDS operating in Nepal was held at Alice Receptions convened by NATTA. The meeting firstly apprised on the information about BITM and requested for suggestion and advice to make this event a grand success in the benefit of tourism in Nepal. Also, requested to suggest for Bloggers, Media and Buyers in the program and share the event among their associates. All the represents in the meeting praised for the initiation of organizing first ever Buddhist International Mart with their valued suggestions to work and jointly agreed to collaborate in a grand manner. Meeting of BITM Main Organizing Committee The first meeting of Buddhist International Travel Mart (BITM) Main Organizing Committee was held at Lecture Hall, Nepal Tourism Board on 16th November 2018 chaired by Secretary of MoCTCA Read More
In follow up of inviting Former Secretary General of UN, Mr. Ban Ki Moon as a Key note Speaker to Buddhist International Travel Mart (BITM) which is going to be held from January 10-12 2019, NATTA President Mr. CN Pandey and Secretary General Mr. Ramesh Thapa visited Embassy of Republic of Korea (South) and met H.E Park Young Silk. On request of NATTA, Ministry of Culture, Tourism and Civil Aviation (MoCTCA) had invited Mr. Ban Ki Moon as a Key Note Speaker in the event and the industry is positive in confirmation of his arrival.
Preparations for Nepal's participation in FITUR 2019 is in progress. A total of 16 participants have already registered their names and the further process in conjunction with NTB is being carried out. FITUR – 2019 is scheduled to be held in Madrid (Spain) from 23rd – 27th January, 2019. FITUR 2019 is being coordinated by NATTA 2nd Vice President Mrs. Sangita Jirel Bade.
The first meeting of Buddhist International Travel Mart (BITM) Main Organizing Committee was held at Lecture Hall, Nepal Tourism Board on 16th November 2018 chaired by Secretary of MoCTCA and Chairperson of BITM. The meeting had the presence of all the represents from the Main organizing committee. Convener of Buddhist International Travel Mart, Mr. Achyut Sharma Guragain gave the PowerPoint presentation regarding the updates on BITM and discussed on certain agendas. The major concept of Presentation was in explaining the tagline EXPLORE THE BUDDHALAND, A GATEWAY TO BUDDHIST CIRCUITS, BIRTHPLACE OF GAUTAM BUDDHA, LUMBINI, NEPAL, HIGHLIGHT the BUDDHIST SITES and promoting Nepal through Spiritual Travel Mart. Representatives from all organizations suggested on certain topics and assured on full support from their side in making a successful event.
The 7th APJC Meeting was held on 16th November at Hotel Radisson with APJC Members. While discussion at the meeting, NATTA strongly commended on consideration of deferral date of IATA payment at least after 3 days on a special occasion especially during Dashain/Tihar. Whereas airlines had proposed only for 2 days for deferral. Similarly, on the date of payment of IATA BSP, it has always been a major issue of very limited time for IATA members, for which NATTA requested IATA Official to request for exceeding additional hours in payment at Standard Chartered Bank (SCB) and if possible to have options for transaction in other banks as well. Mr. Rodney D’ Cruz, Assistant Director of IATA responded that SCB has to report to IATA on the same day so this might be difficult for them but will put forward this issue in head office, Singapore and will also try requesting Read More
In Request for Support in upcoming Buddhist International Travel Mart (BITM) 2019, a joint meeting with international airlines and GDS operating in Nepal was held at Alice Receptions convened by NATTA. The meeting firstly apprised on the information about BITM and requested for suggestion and advice to make this event a grand success in the benefit of tourism in Nepal. Also, requested to suggest for Bloggers, Media and Buyers in the program and share the event among their associates. All the represents in the meeting praised for the initiation of organizing first ever Buddhist International Mart with their valued suggestions to work and jointly agreed to collaborate in a grand manner.
Nepal Government, Ministry of Culture Tourism and Civil Aviation has announced the Buddhist International Travel Mart (BITM) in January 2019. The event is going to be held on 10-12 Jan 2019 at Lumbini and Bhairahawa in Nepal. Mr. Krishna Prasad Devkota, Secretary, Ministry of Culture, Tourism and Civil Aviation is the chair of the main organizing committee, Nepal Tourism Board is organizing partner and NATTA become the implementing organization together with all tourism-related pioneer organizations. In this connection, NATTA Vice President & Convener of BITM Mr. Achyut Guragain, Secretary General Mr. Ramesh Thapa and Executive Director, BITM Mr. Vinaya Shakya, had visited the Embassies in Kathmandu. Convener Mr. Guragain briefed their Excellency regarding the upcoming BITM 2019. Mr. Guragain mentioned that Buddhist Travel Mart is first of its kind in International Travel Mart in Tourism market. This event will be the platform to meet buyers and sellers. It is a Read More
NATTA Team led by President Mr. C. N. Pandey consisting of VP Mr. Achyut Gurgain, Secretary General Mr. Ramesh Thapa, Joint Treasure Mr. Surendra Bhattarai visited PATA Nepal Chapter office on 29 Oct 2018 regarding Buddhist International Travel Mart (BITM 2019). The meeting was focused on the pros and cons of the event. NATTA President Mr. C. N. Pandey briefed the relation between two organization NATTA and PATA Nepal Chapter. Mr. Achyut Guragain, VP and Convener of BITM explained the concept of Buddhist Travel Mart. President of PATA Nepal Chapter Mr. Sunil Sakya congratulated the NATTA for the initiation taken for such an event. He extended the full support from PATA Nepal Chapter team to make this event a grand success. General Secretary of PATA Nepal Mr. Bibhu C. Thakur and Treasurer Mr. Shiva Dhakal extended their best wishes for the success of the BITM 2019. Those present were Mr. Read More
NATTA welcomed four New Members on its 17th Board Meeting on 28th October 2018. Malashree Travels & Tours Nepal Pvt. Ltd., Holiday Bookers Nepal Pvt. Ltd., Long Vision Tours & Travels Pvt. Ltd. and Dream Destiny International Travel Pvt. Ltd. were presented with NATTA Membership Certificate along with its publication materials. President CN Pandey, addressing the program welcomed them as a member of NATTA and highlighted on the activities of NATTA. New members as well expressed their delight on being part of NATTA.
Kathmandu has been selected as one of the must-see Top 5 cities in the world by Lonely Planet for the year of 2019. Qatar Airways recently organized a function on 24th October to celebrate this recognition with NTB, NATTA and the travel fraternity. Addressing the event, Qatar Airways Country Manager Mr. Jayaprakash Nair praised the effort of NTB, NATTA and the travel fraternity for this international recognition which will help Nepal in achieving its dream of welcoming 2 million tourists by 2020. NTB CEO Mr. Deepak Raj Joshi said the recognition was a result of joint efforts by the government, NTB, airlines, and tourism entrepreneurs. Mr. CN Pandey, President of NATTA congratulated all stakeholders on achieving the feat.
