NOTES ON TAAI ,TAFI AND IATO

NOTES ON TAAI ,TAFI AND IATO

1. NOTES ON TAAI,TAFI& IATO

2. What is TAAI ? TAAI is a professional coordinating body of different segments of the travel and tourism industry TAAI is the Nodal Association of India . TAAI is non political , non - commercial and a non - profit making organization . TAAI is recognized as the main representative body of the travel and tourism industry

3. Historical Development Established back in 1951 by N.J Katgara Travel Agents Association of India ( TAAI ) is perhaps the largest Travel Association of India . Started with just twelve travel agents , TAAI has got a staggering 2400 members under its banner with the objective to promote the interest of the Indian tourism industry and the entities associated with it . Down the years , TAAI has earned the reputation as the voice of the Travel and Tourism industry in India by dint of their dedicated , dynamic and professional service .

4. TAAI Managing Committee President Vice President Hon . Secretary General Hon . Treasurer

5. TAAI Charter / Mission The set of primary objectives for TAAI has been clearly mentioned as : Apply superior technical skills to the job on hand . Deliver the highest quality of service . Act with responsibility within sound financial parameters . Build trust and credibility in the marketplace .

6. TAAI'S Objectives To protect the interest of Indian Travel Companies . To organize training and development program . To provide means for collaboration . To develop and promote tourism . To provide timely , upto date & reliable information to members .

7. About TAFI The Travel Agents Federation of India ( TAFI ) was established in 1986 . It is a dynamic organization that guides the travel industry in India. It is a professional body of Travel Agents coordinating different segments of the travel trade and is a non political . non - commercial not - for - profit body .

8. About TAFI TAFI's membership today comprises of 1400 Active , Associate , Allied and Affiliate [ Travel Service Intermediaries - Non IATA ) members from all over India.. Over 70 % of the ticketing business is handled by TAFI members . TAFI is a proud member of World Travel Agents Associations Alliance ( WTAAA ) and an Affiliate member of the Southern African Tourism Services Association ( SATSA ). Recently had there 11 convention on the theme " Sustainable Success Smart Way Forward "

9. Organisational Structure PRESIDENT VICE PRESIDENT NATIONAL GENERAL SECRETARY TREASURE IMMEDIATE PAST PRESIDENT COMMITTEE MEMBERS CO-OPTED MEMBERS

10. Aims Protect & promote the orderly growth & development of the industry. Safeguard the Interests of the travelling public & to maintain high standards within the travel trade . Safeguard the interest of the Travel Agents , service providers such as airlines , consulates , several Government authorities.

11. Objective To increase the development of the travel industry in India . To spread awareness and updated information on travellers . To promote schemes which would benefit the members of TAFI as well as to the airline industry for better growth of travel.

12. Types of Members Chartered Members Active Members Allied Members Associate Members Affiliate Members Overseas Allied Members Government Representatives Honorary Members

13. About IATO Is the national apex body of the tourism industry It has 4000 members covering all segments of tourism industry. Is the association of expert inbound tour operators whose members are approved by Ministry of Tourism, Government of India. . The membership of IATO symbolizes trust,quality,and transparency in travel and tourism related services. IATO MEMBER YOUR - RELIABLE PARTNER. It act as a forum for tourism industry for addressing crucial industry issues, at various levels

14. Missions To spread goodwill and maintain harmony in promoting and assisting the tourism sector with along term goal, rendering an unbiased service to all visitors. To work as a medium to facilitate the mutual understanding among the tour operators. To assure the travelers an honest service. To undertake various welfare activities for benefits of the members and the travelers.

15. Aims and objectives.. To maintain high ethical standards in the industry. To take all steps for promoting, encouraging and assisting in the development of tourism throughout the country. To take initiatives to secure the welfare of the Tourism Trade in all respects. To correspond with various foreign and local associations and corporations, companies and concerns To promote measures in the interests of the travel trade and nominate members. To defend the interest of the members of this Association from the malpractices of foreign tour operators. To provide equal opportunities for all visitors to enjoy the Tourism & Travel facilities without distinction of race, color, creed or nationality. To produce regular reports about the achievements of the member of the association.

16. IATO MEMBERS TRAVEL AGENCY GOVERNMENT TOURISM DEPARTMENTS EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTIONS TRANSPORT OPERATORS HOTELS AIRLINE TOUR OPERATORS

17. THANK YOU AMALA RACHEL SHAJI KERALA INSTITUTE OF TOURISM AND TRAVEL STUDIES