Shimla Flying Festival and Hospitality Trade Expo 2024
The Shimla Flying Festival and Hospitality Trade Expo 2024 is a landmark event hosted by THE GLIDE INN, designed to rejuvenate tourism in Shimla and Himachal Pradesh jointly organised by Tourism Department, Govt. of H.P., Distt. Administration and The Glide Inn. The Paragliding Spot Landing Championship, Hospitality Trade Expo where different stake holders of hospitality industry will be showcasing their products and finally the Brainstorming Sessions on topics relevant to Tourism industry .
Aims and Objectives
​Promote Adventure Tourism
The festival aimed to position Shimla as a prominent adventure tourism destination, particularly through the Paragliding Accuracy Championship.
Facilitate Cultural Exchange
Integrating traditional Himachali music, art, and crafts, the event provided visitors an immersive experience of the region’s rich heritage.
Support Business Development and Trade
Through the Hospitality Expo, the festival created a marketplace for local businesses, artisans, and hospitality providers to showcase their products and services.
Prepare for Future International Events
​Building on the success of the previous edition, the 2024 event aimed to lay the groundwork for the 2025 Pre-World Cup Championship.
Paragliding
Accuracy Competition
The Spot Landing Championship at the Shimla Flying Festival showcases the precision and skill of paragliders as they aim to land on a designated target with pinpoint accuracy. This thrilling event highlights the expertise of pilots and adds a competitive edge to the festival's adventurous spirit.Witness breathtaking performances by top paragliding experts as they compete in a precision flying challenge. Marvel at their skills and enjoy the spectacular aerial views . The pilots across the globe will participate int his Spopt Landing Championship to win exciting prizes worth 5.35 lakhs rupees.
Hospitality
Trade Expo
The Shimla Flying Festival and Hospitality Expo 2024 provided a dynamic platform for networking opportunities, facilitating meaningful connections between various stakeholders in the tourism and hospitality sectors. The Hospitality Expo, in particular, acted as a hub for business development and trade promotion, helping exhibitors and attendees explore new partnerships, business prospects, and collaborations.