Passengers welcomed at the Brunei International Airport during the inaugural direct flight from Chennai. - Photo: Borneo Bulletin/ANN
BANDAR SERI BEGAWAN: Brunei Darussalam warmly welcomed passengers from the inaugural Royal Brunei Airlines (RB) direct flight from Chennai, India to Bandar Seri Begawan with a vibrant cultural reception at Brunei International Airport on Wednesday (Nov 6).
The event marks a new milestone in strengthening bilateral ties between Brunei and India, showcasing the growing potential for travel and tourism between the two nations.
Present at the reception were representatives from Tourism Development Department and RB.
According to a press release from the Brunei Tourism Development Department, India has consistently been one of Brunei Darussalam’s top 10 source markets for tourism arrivals by air.
As of June 2024, Brunei has already welcomed 4,398 tourists from India, a significant increase that surpassed the total arrivals of 3,555 recorded for 2023.
This notable increase reflects the appeal of Brunei as a unique destination for Indian travellers, with its rich cultural heritage, natural landscapes, and exciting adventures.
The launch of a direct flight from Chennai, the department said, is expected to further strengthen this upward trend, providing more convenient travel options and encouraging even greater numbers of visitors from India in the coming years.
The department also said that it looks forward to collaborating on joint promotions, marketing campaigns, and other initiatives with stakeholders to attract more visitors to the Sultanate.
“With the growing number of tourists travelling between Brunei and India, it is hoped that this trend will support the development of additional routes in the future.” - Borneo Bulletin/ANN
