41 entrepreneurs from tribal villages of Tamil Nadu choose IndiGo for their first flight
Jul 20, 2022, at 09:37 pm
New Delhi: In its endeavor to support social outreach initiatives, IndiGo, India’s leading carrier supported by Isha Outreach flew 41 tribal folks from the foothills of Velliangiri, Coimbatore on their maiden air travel to Chennai today via IndiGo flight 6E 238.
Sri Lanka: The Indian Ocean magnet for explorers
Jul 20, 2022, at 04:16 pm
Sri Lanka is in the news for all the wrong reasons these days. But this tourist magnet reeling under economic and political turmoil is sure to make it back on the bucket list of global travellers for its innate beauty and spirituality, says Supriyo Hazra as he completes a weeklong visit to the island nation which began in Colombo and ended in Galle
Relive Virginia's music legacy in USA
Jul 19, 2022, at 10:46 pm
You can listen to the beat of the Commonwealth’s rich music scene while you plan your music lovers’ holiday for 2022 and beyond in Virginia, USA
SpiceJet announces daily non-stop flights between Jabalpur and Kolkata
Jul 19, 2022, at 06:44 pm
Kolkata: Private airline major SpiceJet on Tuesday announced the launch of new daily flights connecting Jabalpur with Kolkata starting July 22.
SpiceJet announces daily non-stop flights between Jabalpur and Kolkata
Jul 19, 2022, at 04:41 pm
Indian airline SpiceJet has announced the launch of new daily flights connecting Jabalpur with Kolkata starting Jul 22.
Sri Lanka tourism sector takes huge blows amid ongoing crisis
Jul 17, 2022, at 12:33 am
Colombo: Sri Lanka's hotel industry appears to be on the verge of collapse due to unending political instability, worsening economic crisis and curfews.
Deoghar in Jharkhand gets new airport, to ease travel for pilgrims
Jul 15, 2022, at 06:21 pm
Kolkata/IBNS: For pilgrims who are planning to visit Deoghar in Jharkhand during the famous Shravani Mela can now avail direct flights to the city from Kolkata and Delhi, thanks to the newly opened airport.
SpiceJet completes seven years of flying with highest occupancy in India
Jul 13, 2022, at 12:09 am
Kolkata: Airlines major SpiceJet has flown with the highest load factor in the Indian skies for a record seven years.
Flydubai suspends flights to Colombo amid economical and political upheaval
Jul 12, 2022, at 07:32 pm
Colombo: Flydubai's flights between Dubai and Colombo have been suspended until further notice, it was reported on Tuesday.
Canada: Windsor's boat tours return to Peche Island after 2 years
Jul 12, 2022, at 04:59 am
Windsor/IBNS: The City of Windsor is bringing back boat tours to Peche Island this month after two years due to the Covid-19 pandemic.
Belarusian lawmakers mull temporary bans on travel abroad
Jul 11, 2022, at 11:49 pm
Minsk/UNI/Sputnik: Belarusian lawmakers will debate a bill that will propose temporary bans on travel abroad for certain Belarusian citizens, according to a motion submitted to the parliament.
Indians enthusiastic to travel in coming months
Jul 09, 2022, at 12:51 am
New Delhi/IBNS: Indians are willing to overlook travel restrictions and book their tickets to fly for a vacation, as per a report by Booking.com.
Rakesh Jhunjhunwala backed Akasa Air introduces employee-centric cabin crew look
Jul 08, 2022, at 09:39 pm
Mumbai: The Billionaire Rakesh Jhunjhunwala backed Akasa Air on Thursday got one step closer to begin operations after receiving its Airline Operator Certificate (AOC).
Storytelling by locals makes Madhya Pradesh tiger safaris more interesting: MP Tourism
Jul 08, 2022, at 03:11 am
With tourism back with a vengeance after a pandemic-induced hiatus and Work-From-Home (WFH) fatigue, Madhya Pradesh, the heart of India, has geared up to receive visitors from across the country. Yuvraj Padole, MP Tourism Dy. Director (Events, Marketing & Film), was in Kolkata to attend the Travel and Tourism Fair (TTF). Sujoy Dhar catches up with him on the latest offerings from the state
SriLankan Airlines denies media reports on reducing Tiruchirappalli flights
Jul 07, 2022, at 04:41 pm
Colombo: SriLankan Airlines has confirmed that claims made about reducing or discontinuing its operations to Tiruchirappalli in a recent news article in a South Indian daily newspaper are completely untrue.
Canadian airlines, airport delays top global list during weekend
Jul 05, 2022, at 05:50 am
Montreal/IBNS: Canadian airlines and airports’ flight delays over the July long weekend claimed top spots around the world during the weekened.
To tackle over tourism, Venice to charge entrance fee from Jan
Jul 02, 2022, at 06:57 pm
Rome/UNI: Italian city Venice is all set to become the world's first city to make an entrance fee compulsory for its tourists from next January in a bid to tackle overtourism.
Air Canada to cut dozens of daily flights this summer
Jul 01, 2022, at 03:30 am
Toronto/IBNS: Dozens of daily flights this summer would be cut by Air Canada as it faces challenges amid soaring demand for travel
IndiGo introduces additional flights on Delhi-Leh, Delhi-Srinagar and Lucknow-Pantnagar routes
Jun 29, 2022, at 10:32 pm
New Delhi: Private airlines major IndiGo on Wednesday announced additional frequencies between Delhi- Leh, Delhi-Srinagar, and Lucknow-Pantnagar effective from July 1 and July 15, 2022, respectively.
Jun 29, 2022, at 07:42 pm
Kolkata: Airlines major SpiceJet has added visa service to its bouquet of offerings for international travellers who can now apply for visas through a fully online process without the hassle of physically applying or waiting at destination airports for visa on arrival.
3 Things You Have to Experience on Your Trip to India
Jun 28, 2022, at 08:34 pm
If you’re looking for a place to travel with tons of culture, tasty cuisines, and inspiring landscapes, you should think about booking a trip to India. The country has managed to maintain true to its culture while modernizing certain elements of its everyday life, and the results are truly awe-inspiring. From its structures to its closeness to nature, India is well worth a visit.
Boutique resort 3102bce opens in Goa near Vagator beach
Jun 25, 2022, at 11:05 pm
Panaji/IBNS: India’s sunny state Goa now gets a boutique resort which will take you down the corridors of time without compromising on the 21st century luxuries.
Cruising with Cordelia: 6 highlights from Vizag-Chennai tour
Jun 25, 2022, at 06:41 pm
India's premier cruise liner Cordelia Cruises embarked its journey from Vizag-Chennai with an intended stop at Puducherry between Jun 8-11 taking its guests to the middle of sea cutting away from the webbed world. IBNS correspondent Souvik Ghosh was on board
Ministry of Civil Aviation to celebrate International Yoga Day 2022 at Gwalior Fort
Jun 20, 2022, at 07:00 pm
New Delhi: The Ministry of Civil Aviation will celebrate International Day of Yoga on Tuesday, by organizing a massive Yoga demonstration of more than 2,000 people at Gwalior Fort.
A Scenic Summer Adventure in Mammoth Lakes in California
Jun 14, 2022, at 06:33 am
Mammoth Lakes in California is the gateway to Eastern Sierra’s magnificent natural wonders with a landscape comprising ancient formations. Its rich diversity and resources preserve a wonderland of nature’s best-kept secrets and therefore, the scope of exploration, adventure, and activities is limitless. The Yosemite National Park, Mono Lakes, Mammoth Lakes Basin, Hot Creeks, and Inyo Craters are some of the most iconic assets in and around the area, which are all just a day trip from Mammoth Lakes.
Tourism federations and West Bengal government collaborate to prepare strategic tourism road map
Jun 10, 2022, at 05:23 pm
Kolkata/IBNS: In order to develop a strategic tourism roadmap for West Bengal, the state’s Department of Tourism and the Federation of Associations in Indian Tourism & Hospitality (FAITH) recently held a day-long workshop in the city.
Thomas Cook-SOTC offer Indian travellers special packages to overcome visa challenges
Jun 10, 2022, at 05:07 pm
Mumbai/IBNS: Despite the pent up demand for travel, the late reopening of India’s skies has led to considerable problems in the visa process for several mid and long haul destinations, according to sources in the Indian travel industry.
Marvel Avengers Campus at Disneyland Paris set to empower the next generation of Super Heroes
Jun 07, 2022, at 06:09 pm
Marvel Avengers Campus will open at Disneyland Paris on July 20, 2022, with the promise to empower guests to take an active role alongside Earth’s Mightiest Heroes and live out their own heroic story.
New restaurants in Philadelphia to look out for
May 27, 2022, at 11:05 pm
Philadelphia’s food scene is a global confluence of different flavors and ingredients that continue to flourish with new dining options added on a regular basis. Chefs and restaurants reinvent themselves bringing a delectable spread to the table, that makes the city stand out as a food capital of the USA. From award-winning restaurants to small joints, the extensive food scene in Philadelphia is a collective of culinary innovation, old-school recipes, and diverse flavors. With the easing of restrictions in effect to the pandemic, the city’s food scene is expanding yet again with new restaurants and culinary ideas.
Sea, sand, sugar and history: A 7-day trail of Mauritius' symphony of nature and Indian heredity
May 26, 2022, at 04:11 am
‘Mauritius was made first and then heaven, heaven being copied after Mauritius’- Mark Twain.