Edition of 14 Nov 2026
In 30 seconds
- Hornbill Festival (1–10 Dec): Air India Express runs special Guwahati–Dimapur flights from 28 November; code HORNBILL gives up to 15% off on its own site or app.
- A 140-key Taj resort is coming to Umiam Lake at Barapani, on the Guwahati–Shillong road; no opening date yet.
- Nothing changes for trips already booked this week; both are planning and selling news.
Updates to earlier stories
- Hornbill Festival 2026: 1–10 December at Kisama, near Kohima — Air India Express is the festival's official airline partner and runs special Guwahati–Dimapur flights from 28 November, with one-stop links from Bengaluru, Delhi, Kolkata and Mumbai. The code HORNBILL gives up to 15% off when booked on the airline's own website or app.
A Taj resort is coming to Umiam Lake at Barapani, between Guwahati and Shillong
- Where Barapani, Umiam Lake, Meghalaya (Guwahati–Shillong road)
- When Signed, announced 13 November 2026; opening date not stated
- Who it affects Partners selling premium Meghalaya and North East trips
IHCL has signed a 140-key Taj resort at Barapani on the banks of Umiam Lake, converted from an existing property with Umiam Hotels. Plans include indoor and outdoor pools, a J Wellness Circle spa and a large banquet hall; no opening date was given.
What it means for your guests: Nothing new to book yet; a luxury lakeside option on the way into Shillong in future.
Source: Travel Trade Journal, 13 Nov 2026
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