Air India, All Nippon Airways to begin codeshare partnership for travel between India, Japan
Apr 23, 2024, at 11:12 pm
Aviation major Air India and All Nippon Airways, the largest Japanese carrier, have signed a codeshare agreement connecting their networks.
Good news for Indians as they can now apply for a multiple-entry Schengen visa with longer validity
Apr 23, 2024, at 02:48 pm
The European Commission on April 18 adopted specific rules on the issuing of multiple entry visas to Indian nationals, which are more favourable than the standard rules of the Visa Code that applied to date.
Montpellier: Of southern France vibe and Mediterranean light
Apr 23, 2024, at 02:55 am
A staircase of 15 ritual steps through a passageway lit by bulbs led us to an eerie underground water table. The steps were like going to a medieval dungeon for prisoners.
Apr 19, 2024, at 03:06 pm
In the run-up to its 19th anniversary on 29th April, airlines major Air India Express has announced a campaign for first-time voters, true to its legacy of connecting people, places, and cultures.
Apr 17, 2024, at 02:35 pm
The President of the UN General Assembly on Tuesday highlighted the urgent need to boost sustainable and resilient tourism practices to protect the environment while continuing to benefit local economies.
Ford's Theatre: Of President Lincoln and the Man Who Killed Him
Apr 12, 2024, at 10:14 pm
Abraham Lincoln was assassinated on April 15, 1865 (he succumbed to the bullet wound of the previous night on April 14) at the Ford's Theatre in Washington DC by stage actor John Wilkes Booth. Sujoy Dhar visits the Ford's Theatre museum ahead of yet another death anniversary of the US president whose resolve to end slavery cost him his life.
Apr 08, 2024, at 06:36 pm
Located around 2000 km off the southeastern coastline of East Africa, Mauritius is an Indian Ocean volcanic island, which boasts of a natural setting perceived by American writer Mark Twain to be better than paradise.
Singapore Tourism Board and MakeMyTrip ink year-long strategic partnership
Apr 04, 2024, at 05:01 am
Kolkata: Singapore Tourism Board (STB) and MakeMyTrip have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to promote Singapore as a key destination for Indian travellers.
Lahaul Spiti district administration directs tourists, locals to avoid unnecessary travel
Apr 01, 2024, at 08:58 pm
Lahaul Spiti district administration cautioned tourists and local people to avoid unnecessary travel as there is a high probability of avalanches in the Lahaul Valley.
Hotel Richer de Belleval: Where luxury meets bistronomy in southern France city Montpellier
Mar 30, 2024, at 07:05 pm
When the Uber driver dropped us off on the main street of Monpellier driving through the iconic city gateway that is Porte du Peyrou, I thought my five-star hotel was just around with some impressive portico.
The Frankfurt Marriott: Germany's tallest hotel is a smart pick for leisure and work visits
Mar 21, 2024, at 06:08 pm
When I checked in at The Frankfurt Marriott Hotel this February, the dawn was breaking. From the window of my 28th floor room, a vast canvas of Frankfurt was unfolding with the gradual onset of the sunlight.
Chicago paints the city green to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day
Mar 18, 2024, at 02:42 am
Throngs of revelers, comprising both locals and tourists, sporting the signature gears and cheering lustily, painted the windy city on Saturday in the colour of St. Patrick's Day as the Chicago River bled emerald green after the river dyeing, a tradition since 1962.
Mar 16, 2024, at 04:21 am
British Deputy High Commissioner to East & Northeast India Andrew Fleming on Friday stated that India is one of the most important inbound visitor markets for Britain which is forecasted to touch a billion-pound (billion dollar) visitor market for the UK from 2025.
Madhya Pradesh Tourism board signs agreement with MakeMyTrip, redBus
Mar 14, 2024, at 05:34 am
Madhya Pradesh government said it has signed an agreement with MakeMyTrip and redBus to foster sustainable tourism development and promote the state as a 'premier' tourist destination.
Uber teams up with AAI to elevate Airport Travel Experience in Kolkata
Mar 01, 2024, at 06:22 am
Kolkata: Ride-hailing app Uber Thursday announced a partnership with the Airports Authority of India (AAI) at Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International (NSCBI) Airport in Kolkata, West Bengal.
UN aviation agency says air travel boom erases COVID dip
Feb 29, 2024, at 01:33 pm
The UN aviation agency on Wednesday announced that air traffic levels were operating at around two per cent above their high in 2019, before the COVID-19 pandemic grounded much of the world’s population in lockdown.
Kuda Villingili Resort Maldives gets new Director of Sales
Feb 29, 2024, at 01:16 am
Zakwan Ahmed has joined Kuda Villingili Resort Maldives as its Director of Sales, bringing with him 15 years of extensive experience and expertise in the Maldivian hospitality industry
Saudi Arabia aiming to attract 7.5 mn Indian visitors by 2030
Feb 23, 2024, at 08:37 pm
Alhasan Aldabbagh, President - Asia Pacific, Saudi Tourism Authority, has said Riyadh aims to attract 7.5 million Indian visitors by 2030.
Akasa Air to start international operations with Mumbai-Doha flights
Feb 17, 2024, at 04:15 am
Mumbai: Budget airline Akasa Air on Friday announced its plans to enter the international market by launching flights to Doha as its first destination, starting on March 28, 2024.
Cambria Hotel in Chicago Loop: Where location meets affordable comfort
Feb 09, 2024, at 04:13 am
In Chicago's downtown Theater District if you are looking for a hotel which does not burn a hole in your pocket, but ensures affordable comfort, spacious rooms and a location that is walking distance to the top attractions of the windy city, this is the hotel you can check in.
Jabalpur to get air connectivity from Delhi & Mumbai from March
Feb 07, 2024, at 08:08 am
New Delhi: The direct flight from Delhi to Jabalpur and Mumbai to Jabalpur will be restarted from next month to expand air services in Madhya Pradesh, the Ministry of Civil Aviation said on Tuesday.
Kuda Villingili Resort Maldives woos couples with special Valentine’s Day offers
Jan 26, 2024, at 06:41 pm
As Valentine's Day approaches, Kuda Villingili Resort Maldives is wooing the guests to indulge in unparalleled luxury and to create lasting memories with their special someone amidst the breathtaking beauty of the Maldives.
Medical Tourism in India: Exploring the Growing Trend and Top Facilities
Jan 22, 2024, at 08:06 pm
Medical tourism has gained immense popularity in recent years, with people traveling abroad to seek high-quality healthcare at affordable prices. Everything from cosmetic surgery to essential medical treatments and procedures lures patients to destinations like India. These countries offer a unique combination of advanced medical facilities, highly skilled healthcare professionals, and cost-effective treatments.
OYO adds 65 new properties in Ayodhya ahead of Ram Temple consecration
Jan 18, 2024, at 02:17 am
Ayodhya: Hospitality tech company OYO has revealed the addition of 51 homestays and 14 hotels in Ayodhya onto its platform ahead of the inauguration of the Ram Temple schedule on January 22.
Jan 17, 2024, at 11:46 pm
Private carrier Air India Express launched its first non-stop flight connecting Ayodhya with Kolkata and Bengaluru, with the airline commencing operations on Wednesday, just days before the inauguration of the Ram Temple in the holy town in Uttar Pradesh.
Jan 09, 2024, at 03:11 pm
The Indian Chamber of Commerce (ICC) has urged tourism and trade associations of the country to stop promoting Maldives and divert all enquiries towards Indian islands like Lakshadweep.
MakeMyTrip says 3400 pct rise in searches for Lakshadweep since Narendra Modi visited UT
Jan 09, 2024, at 12:52 am
Travel company MakeMyTrip (MMT) on Monday said it observed a 3400 per cent spike in on-platform searches for Lakshadweep since Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited it recently.
Jan 08, 2024, at 11:34 pm
Travel booking website EaseMyTrip on Monday said it cancelled all Maldives flight bookings after a diplomatic row erupted with India over remarks against Indian PM Narendra Modi's recent visit to Lakshadweep.
Mizoram is keen to offer eco-friendly and sustainable tourism: Lalduhoma
Jan 05, 2024, at 11:19 pm
Mizoram Chief Minister Lalduhoma on Friday said his government is keen to offer eco-friendly and sustainable tourism which is going to support the fragile ecology of the state.
Ayodhya room bookings witness 70% jump on New Year's Eve: OYO CEO
Jan 03, 2024, at 03:20 am
New Delhi: As the date of the much-awaited consecration of the Ram Temple in Ayodhya is coming closer, the number of people wanting to visit the city has risen manifold after the inauguration of the Maharishi Valmiki International Airport and the revamped Ayodhya Dham railway station last Saturday by Prime Minister Narendra Modi.