Visit Qatar Strengthens Trade Partnerships and Expands India-Focused Travel Offerings at OTM Mumbai 2026

Visit Qatar concluded its participation at Outbound Travel Mart (OTM) Mumbai 2026 by strengthening trade partnerships and reinforcing its long-term commitment to the Indian market, marked by the signing of three strategic Memorandums of Understanding (MOUs) with leading travel organisations and platforms.

Event:
Outbound Travel Mart (OTM) Mumbai 2026

Strategic Partnerships:
- Signed MoUs with TAAI (Travel Agents Association of India), OTOAI (Outbound Tour Operators Association of India), and ClearTrip. - Focused on destination training, joint marketing, and product visibility.

India Market Strategy:
- India is a priority source market, with direct connectivity from over 13 Indian cities. - Aim to convert short stopovers into multi-night itineraries. - Promote Qatar for leisure, MICE, weddings, and premium travel.

Tourism Impact:
- India generated 10.8 million room nights and QAR 8.3 billion in accommodation revenue in 2025. - Strong momentum toward longer stays and repeat visits.

Showcase at OTM:
- Pavilion featured 14 partners, including hotels, DMCs, and Qatar Airways. - Highlighted Qatar’s year-round calendar of global events, cultural festivals, and sporting fixtures.

Positioning:
- Moving beyond stopover messaging to present Qatar as a compact yet diverse destination. - Promoting Qatar as a destination wedding hub with luxury venues, accessibility, and tailored services.

Strategic Significance
This initiative underscores Qatar’s long-term commitment to the Indian travel market, aiming to deepen trade alignment and give Indian travelers compelling reasons to stay longer, return more often, and explore Qatar in greater depth.