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WHY TRAVEL WITH ABN

An eco-conscious luxury collection of boutique ships, boats and jungle retreats in northeast india,    .

We offer understated luxury with a conscience, where our team of local crew and expert guides have curated a comprehensive itinerary; a remarkable Himalayan river journey filled with experiences in harmony with the local culture and nature. Together, we experience the traditions, culture, cuisine and communities of the places and people we visit, for luxury lies in genuine and often unexpected encounters and experiences, untrodden by the footprint of mass-tourism.

Community-engaged experiences​

At ABN, we approach your journey with us – from the experience on board and off, to the people you meet, from the décor of our ships, jungle lodges and houseboats, to the quality of service you receive – with consideration for the local community. Whether this means teaching an English class at the Baranagar English Tuition Centre (supported by The ABN Foundation), or meeting local change-makers like a civil rights advocate or a tea-taster at a plantation, we create experiences that foster a genuine connection between guests and the communities we interact with in the Indian Subcontinent's greatest river valleys.

​Authenticity of service​

Since the very beginning, we have been championing local in everything we do. It is our company policy to recruit young men and women from the local communities that we operate in and provide them with English language skills and hospitality training; this not only directly boosts village economies, but also means our guests are taken care of by true ambassadors of the region who can represent their own culture better than anyone. Guests from around the world benefit from our staff’s efforts: friendly, authentic, and ever ready to help. Some things can’t be taught, including our crew’s genuine desire to go the extra mile to ensure each guest is taken care of.

A trusted Himalayan river cruise operator since 2003

As the pioneer of river cruises in India in 2003, ABN is the most experienced cruising operator in India. Many of our long-standing travel partners have been with us since day one, contributing to the confidence our guests feel when travelling with ABN. Our growth as a family-owned and -operated company can be attributed to the word-of-mouth recommendations and support of our ever-growing ABN community, with a large number of guests returning time and again.

5% for the region​

In 2017, we formalised 15+ years of philanthropy into the ABN Foundation , a charitable organisation that funds education, environmental protections, and local community development initiatives. Five percent of every cabin or room booked on an ABN property goes towards making a positive impact on the region and therefore, the planet.

Eco​-conscious practices

With the growing popularity of cruising operations on India’s rivers and increasing numbers of hotels in her national parks, we are first-hand witnesses of their impact. As such, we feel an even greater sense of responsibility now to protect and preserve the environment and communities that we operate in, just as we did in 2003 when we first launched. ​

A few examples we practise to minimise our impact on the environment are:

All our ships, lodges and houseboats are deliberately boutique in size, accommodating from a couple to 44 guests, as a way to ensure that we tread lightly wherever we go.

Greatly reducing usage of single-use plastics by offering guests drinking water in aluminium flasks. 

Shopping for fresh produce at local farmers' markets.

Strict low noise and light pollution policies at Diphlu River Lodge .

Removal of all man-made barriers between Diphlu River Lodge and the national park, ensuring the animal corridor remains undisturbed.

Style that honours and supports regional communities​

At ABN, we choose to celebrate our regional heritage at every opportunity, making it the hero every time we design our ABN ships, lodges and houseboats. We take great care to evoke a sense of homecoming to the region when you visit an ABN property, through the curation of hand-crafted wooden or cane/rattan furniture, hand-woven textiles bearing indigenous motifs, and locally sourced handicrafts and antiques. From the cane jakois and polos (traditional fishing gear) on the walls of the ship's saloon to the bisoni (Assamese hand-fan) motifs on our cushions, there's a story behind each piece just waiting to be told. 

As further evidence of our commitment to supporting local communities, economies and traditional handicrafts, all ABN ships, jungle lodges and houseboats are built locally by expert craftsmen and engineers from Assam and Bengal.

Awards and accolades​ ​

ABN was awarded the National Tourism Award for Innovation for our pioneering venture in Indian river cruising. Additionally, ABN’s Diphlu River Lodge was ranked #2 in the category of India’s Best Wildlife Resorts by Lonely Planet . We were also honoured to host the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge, HRH Prince William and Catherine Middleton, at Diphlu River Lodge during their royal visit to India.

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Fact sheet: 2022 national travel and tourism strategy, office of public affairs.

The 2022 National Travel and Tourism Strategy was released on June 6, 2022, by U.S. Secretary of Commerce Gina M. Raimondo on behalf of the Tourism Policy Council (TPC). The new strategy focuses the full efforts of the federal government to promote the United States as a premier destination grounded in the breadth and diversity of our communities, and to foster a sector that drives economic growth, creates good jobs, and bolsters conservation and sustainability. Drawing on engagement and capabilities from across the federal government, the strategy aims to support broad-based economic growth in travel and tourism across the United States, its territories, and the District of Columbia.

The federal government will work to implement the strategy under the leadership of the TPC and in partnership with the private sector, aiming toward an ambitious five-year goal of increasing American jobs by attracting and welcoming 90 million international visitors, who we estimate will spend $279 billion, annually by 2027.

The new National Travel and Tourism Strategy supports growth and competitiveness for an industry that, prior to the COVID-19 pandemic, generated $1.9 trillion in economic output and supported 9.5 million American jobs. Also, in 2019, nearly 80 million international travelers visited the United States and contributed nearly $240 billion to the U.S. economy, making the United States the global leader in revenue from international travel and tourism. As the top services export for the United States that year, travel and tourism generated a $53.4 billion trade surplus and supported 1 million jobs in the United States.

The strategy follows a four-point approach:

• Promoting the United States as a Travel Destination Goal : Leverage existing programs and assets to promote the United States to international visitors and broaden marketing efforts to encourage visitation to underserved communities.
• Facilitating Travel to and Within the United States Goal : Reduce barriers to trade in travel services and make it safer and more efficient for visitors to enter and travel within the United States.
• Ensuring Diverse, Inclusive, and Accessible Tourism Experiences Goal : Extend the benefits of travel and tourism by supporting the development of diverse tourism products, focusing on under-served communities and populations. Address the financial and workplace needs of travel and tourism businesses, supporting destination communities as they grow their tourism economies. Deliver world-class experiences and customer service at federal lands and waters that showcase the nation’s assets while protecting them for future generations.
• Fostering Resilient and Sustainable Travel and Tourism Goal : Reduce travel and tourism’s contributions to climate change and build a travel and tourism sector that is resilient to natural disasters, public health threats, and the impacts of climate change. Build a sustainable sector that integrates protecting natural resources, supporting the tourism economy, and ensuring equitable development.

Travel and Tourism Fast Facts

• The travel and tourism industry supported 9.5 million American jobs through $1.9 trillion of economic activity in 2019. In fact, 1 in every 20 jobs in the United States was either directly or indirectly supported by travel and tourism. These jobs can be found in industries like lodging, food services, arts, entertainment, recreation, transportation, and education.
• Travel and tourism was the top services export for the United States in 2019, generating a $53.4 billion trade surplus.
• The travel and tourism industry was one of the U.S. business sectors hardest hit by the COVID-19 pandemic and subsequent health and travel restrictions, with travel exports decreasing nearly 65% from 2019 to 2020. 
• The decline in travel and tourism contributed heavily to unemployment; leisure and hospitality lost 8.2 million jobs between February and April 2020 alone, accounting for 37% of the decline in overall nonfarm employment during that time. 
• By 2021, the rollout of vaccines and lifting of international and domestic restrictions allowed travel and tourism to begin its recovery. International arrivals to the United States grew to 22.1 million in 2021, up from 19.2 million in 2020. Spending by international visitors also grew, reaching $81.0 billion, or 34 percent of 2019’s total.

More about the Tourism Policy Council and the 2022 National Travel and Tourism Strategy

Created by Congress and chaired by Secretary Raimondo, the Tourism Policy Council (TPC) is the interagency council charged with coordinating national policies and programs relating to travel and tourism. At the direction of Secretary Raimondo, the TPC created a new five-year strategy to focus U.S. government efforts in support of the travel and tourism sector which has been deeply and disproportionately affected by the COVID-19 pandemic.

Read the full strategy here

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Since our inception in 2007, our focus has always been on customer satisfaction above all else. Every touch is designed to create an everlasting experience for you.

With a team of premier industry specialists, we bring our collective experience across all the verticals of the travel and tourism industry. Our assets include global strategic partners, representatives across the world, and the latest technologies,which enables us to cater to all your travel and logistics needs on every continent.

We believe that we do not simply provide service, but rather an experience that should be delivered with the highest level of care. It is our pleasure to serve you on your next trip, and we look forward to being a part of your journey.

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Great that you have a trip coming up! We will be pleased to help you arrange travel insurance that suits your situation. Whether you go camping in the Netherlands or fly to Canada for a extended trip. Having good insurance gives you a bit more peace of mind. And with travel insurance from ABN AMRO, you can count on 24/7 emergency assistance.

Our annual travel insurance has been rated 5 stars by Moneyview this year. This makes us one of the top 3 insurers, thanks to our excellent price.

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With annual travel insurance , you are well insured throughout the year. You can go on holiday as often as you like. With short-term travel insurance , you are only insured for a single trip. If you go on holiday more than twice a year, an annual travel insurance policy will usually cost you less.

First of all, you are insured against theft and damage to your belongings during your trip. Even more importantly, you will get financial assistance in unexpected situations. Such as if you fall ill during your trip and cannot return home on the scheduled date. Or maybe you get injured and need special transport back to the Netherlands. The chances of this happening are of course low, but the financial costs involved are huge. Much better if you don't have to pay for it all yourself.

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Travel insurance is not compulsory, so why is it one of the most popular insurances in the Netherlands? Nobody refuses to take a holiday, but anything can happen. For example, you may fall ill unexpectedly or lose your luggage. Travel insurance can then prevent many financial problems. So you can enjoy your holiday with peace of mind.

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ATM 2024 to Focus on India’s Outbound Tourism Potential, Over 30% of Indian Travelers Choose to Visit Middle East Destinations

• ATM 2024 to host dedicated India summit as 70% of Indians traveling overseas choose nearby destinations, one-third trip to the Middle East

• Survey reveals Indians are willing to spend up to $7,000 on international trips; UAE is the top destination, followed by KSA

• India one of the top three fastest-growing outbound tourism markets – driven by the growing middle class

DUBAI, UAE [ ABN NEWS ] ― With the Indian outbound market forecast to be worth $143.5 billion annually by the end of this decade, the Indian tourism sector will come under the spotlight during Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2024, which returns to the Dubai World Trade Center (DWTC) for its 31st edition from 6-9 May.

According to a report by booking.com and McKinsey, 70% of Indians traveling overseas choose nearby destinations, with one-third choosing destinations in the Middle East. The UAE is the top regional destination, followed by Saudi Arabia. According to the DET, India is Dubai’s top source market, with 1.9 million visitors in the first 10 months of 2023. Saudi Arabia is aiming for 7.5 million visitors by 2030.

To illustrate the sheer size and potential growth of India’s overall outbound market, prior to the pandemic in 2019, Indians made 26.9 million overseas trips; the report predicts that by 2030, that number could increase to 50 million departures.

Danielle Curtis, Exhibition Director ME, Arabian Travel Market, said: “The boom in outbound travel from India is being driven primarily by the growing middle class. In 2020, only 37 million households had annual income between $10,000 and up to $35,000, but due to India’s rapid economic growth, by 2030 that number will rise significantly to 177 million households.

“More specifically, households earning over $35,000 per annum will also increase from two million in 2020 to 13 million by 2030, a sixfold increase!

“And with India’s median age being just 28 years, it’s little wonder that the UNWTO recognizes India as one of the top three fastest-growing outbound markets in the world. By 2030, India’s total travel expenditure will be valued at $410 billion.

“Putting that into perspective, prior to Covid, in 2019, it was worth just $150 billion, an increase of 173%.”

Furthermore, it is not just the volume of Indian travelers that is getting Middle East destinations excited. According to a survey by Acko Insurance, the majority of Indian travelers who responded were willing to spend up to $7,000 on international trips.

Another reason already alluded to is the close proximity of the Gulf states, Dubai is the most popular city destination for Indian travelers, just three hours flight time from Mumbai. In addition, increased connectivity and affordable air travel from tier-two cities are also driving demand, particularly direct flights with low-cost carriers.

“And with over 8.5 million Indian expatriates currently working in the GCC, business travel and leisure, will undoubtedly underpin this growth,” added Curtis.

ATM 2024 is expecting a record number of travel professionals representing outbound as well as inbound travel to India. Delegates, exhibitors and attendees will be given ample opportunity to network and make new and business contacts as well as the opportunity to explore the Indian travel sector through various show features, including a dedicated India Summit, which will look deeper into this vibrant market.

ATM 2024 will feature a dedicated India summit entitled, ‘Unlocking the True Potential of Inbound Indian Travelers,’ which will take place at ATM’s Global Stage on Day 1 of the show, Monday 6th May, from 14:45 to 15:25 in conjunction with VIDEC Consultants Private Limited. The Summit will explore the dynamics of India as a key source market for tourism growth, as well as current and future opportunities.

Last year’s ATM hosted several high-profile exhibitors from India, including Air India, who exhibited for the first time, the Goa Department of Tourism, Madhya Pradesh Tourism Board, Uttar Pradesh Tourism, Karnataka Department of Tourism, Odisha Tourism and Puducherry Tourism. This year, with an anticipated 20% increase in exhibitors from India expected, TBO.com, Taj Hotels, Rezlive, and Rategain have already confirmed. New exhibitors to feature in the 2024 edition of the show include Verteil Technologies, Tulah Clinical Wellness, ZentrumHub and The Paul Resorts & Hotels.

In line with its theme, ‘Empowering Innovation: Transforming Travel Through Entrepreneurship’, the 31st edition of ATM will once again host a range of stakeholders from across the Middle East and beyond.

Held in conjunction with Dubai World Trade Centre, ATM 2024’s strategic partners include Dubai’s Department of Economy and Tourism (DET), Destination Partner; Emirates, Official Airline Partner; IHG Hotels & Resorts, Official Hotel Partner; Al Rais Travel, Official DMC Partner and Rotana Hotels & Resorts, Registration Sponsor.

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Arabian Travel Market (ATM), now in its 31st year, is the leading international travel and tourism event in the Middle East for inbound and outbound tourism professionals. ATM 2023 welcomed over 40,000 attendees and hosted over 30,000 visitors, including more than 2,100 exhibitors and representatives from over 150 countries, across 10 halls at Dubai World Trade Centre. Arabian Travel Market is part of Arabian Travel Week. #ATMDubai

Next in-person event: 6 to 9 May 2024, Dubai World Trade Centre, Dubai. https://www.wtm.com/atm/en-gb.html

Arabian Travel Week is a festival of events taking place from 6 to 12 May, within and alongside Arabian Travel Market 2024. Providing a renewed focus for the Middle East’s travel and tourism sector, it includes Influencers’ events, GBTA Business Travel Forums, as well as ATM Travel Tech. It also features the ATM Buyer Forums, as well as a series of country forums.

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Airbnb pledges $1M to rural tourism exchange program between US and Japan

To mark the first ever US – Japan Tourism Year, and in celebration of Airbnb’s mission to connect people from across the world through travel, Airbnb has pledged $1 million to fund a multi-year rural tourism exchange program between the US and Japan with an aim to strengthen economic opportunities through tourism in rural areas in both countries.  

This announcement coincides with the Official Visit of Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida to the US this week and supports Airbnb’s commitment to promoting travel to lesser known destinations through tourism dispersal that contributes to visitor economies in more places.

The exchange program would bring two cohorts of 15-20 Japanese tourism and hospitality professionals to the US in 2024-2025 to collaborate with their American peers and study best practices in rural tourism through the State Department’s flagship professional exchange, the International Visitors Leadership Program (IVLP). Through this tourism-related exchange, Japanese tourism professionals will learn from industry leaders in the US about the opportunities inherent in rural tourism. Japanese alumni of previous IVLP exchanges include four former Prime Ministers, and current members of Japan’s parliament.

In 2023, Airbnb guests traveled to more than 100,000 cities and towns across more than 200 countries and regions, making it the most dispersed year of travel ever on the platform.

In the US, nearly 600 cities and towns received their first Airbnb booking in 2023 — and more than 80 percent of these were in non-urban places. In Japan, the number of cities and towns that welcomed their first guests in 2023 grew by almost 10 percent with the majority being in non-urban areas. 

As part of the program, Japanese participants will stay in Airbnb listings around the US, enabling them to benefit from a cultural exchange by staying in local homes, building people-to-people ties with Hosts, and seeing the positive impact this type of tourism has on local economies in rural areas. 

“Japan is one of our most popular markets and the cornerstone of our international expansion efforts in Asia Pacific. As more Japanese guests embrace home sharing to explore beautiful remote and rural destinations, we’re excited by the opportunity to play a role in supporting the development of tourism across more parts of the country. Fostering connections between people through travel is a core value at Airbnb and this exchange program builds off that premise, with the aim of bringing tourism leaders together to share key learnings and insights.” Jay Carney, Global Head of Policy and Communications, Airbnb

“The U.S. Department of State is proud to partner with Airbnb. Thanks to this new partnership, we have the unique opportunity to strengthen our bilateral relationship, create cross-cultural connections, and expand economic opportunity to improve the lives and livelihoods of people in both rural America and rural Japan through tourism.” Lee Satterfield, Assistant U.S. Secretary of State for Educational and Cultural Affairs.

Funding for this exchange program is part of a broader effort to support communities and revitalize tourism in Japan. In February, Airbnb.org helped house evacuees impacted by the Noto peninsula earthquake in Ishikawa Prefecture, which built on a separate Memorandum of Understanding signed by Airbnb in November 2023 with Tokyo’s Sumida ward to provide temporary shelter to local residents displaced by natural disasters. In January the company provided an additional $250k in funding to a $1m contribution in 2023 to the Japanese Kominka Association, an organization committed to restoring and maintaining Japan’s traditional homes.

Note: The U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Educational and Cultural leads the United States’ global efforts to engage individuals through academic, cultural, professional, sports, film, music, and youth exchanges, thereby promoting peace and increasing mutual understanding between the people of the United States and the people of other nations.  Through these people-to-people exchanges and programs, the Bureau supports broader U.S. foreign policy goals, including access to education, economic opportunity and equity, and societal inclusion.