Jet Airways touches new achievement,tops India airline 'product rating’ chart
Jan 18, 2019, at 06:55 pm
New Delhi, Jan 18 (IBNS): Jet Airways, a premier international airline, on Friday said it achieved yet another milestone by securing a perfect product performance score of 7/7 as per the figures released by AirlineRatings.com, one of the world’s leading airline safety and product rating review websites.
Thailand extends visa-on-arrival fee waiver until Apr 30
Jan 17, 2019, at 05:58 pm
Bangkok, Jan 17 (IBNS): The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) on Thursday announce that the Royal Thai Government has approved the extension of the visa-on-arrival fee waiver for citizens of 20 countries until Apr 30.
70,800 Indians visited Israel in 2018
Jan 16, 2019, at 05:05 pm
New Delhi, Jan 16 (IBNS): Israel has recorded a 21% growth in Indian tourist arrivals with around 70,800 travellers visiting the country from January to December, 2018 vis-a-vis 58,700 tourists in 2017 and 44,700 in 2016.
South Eastern Railway to run six pairs weekly superfast special trains between Santragachi-Chennai
Jan 14, 2019, at 06:17 pm
Kolkata, Jan 14 (IBNS): With a view to clear extra rush of passengers, South Eastern Railway (SER) has decided to run six pairs of Weekly Superfast Special trains between Santragachi-Chennai-Santragachi from Jan 18 to Feb 23, 2019, officials said.
Vancouver is your greenest city to visit in 2019
Jan 07, 2019, at 04:38 pm
While Indian metros reel under unprecedented air pollution, Sujoy Dhar checks out the western Canadian city of Vancouver that has set the sanest target by 2020: to emerge as the world's greenest city for locals and tourists
Uzbekistan announces visa waiver for citizens of 45 countries
Jan 06, 2019, at 05:47 pm
Tashkent, Jan 6 (IBNS) Uzbekistan’s President Shavkat Mirziyoyev has announced that tourists from 45 countries will be able to visit Uzbekistan visa free, effective from 1 Feb, 2019.
Jet Airway's introduces mega sale in holiday season
Jan 05, 2019, at 05:55 pm
Mumbai, Jan 5 (IBNS): In a grand welcome to 2019, Jet Airways, India’s premier, full-service international airline, has announced an attractive seven-day global fare sale.
Air India announces launch of new flights for Kumbh Mela in Allahabad
Jan 05, 2019, at 07:51 am
New Delhi, Jan 5 (IBNS): National carrier Air India has announced new flights to Allahabad from Delhi, Ahmedabad and Kolkata for the upcoming Kumbh Mela to be hosted in the Uttar Pradesh city.
Third edition of Dwijing festival to start from Dec 27 in Guwahati
Dec 20, 2018, at 12:02 am
Guwahati, Dec 19 (IBNS): The 3rd Edition of the Dwijing Festival will start from December 27 and continue till January 7, 2019 in Assam's capital Guwahati.
Etihad Airways to introduce Boeing 787 Dreamliner to Barcelona
Dec 19, 2018, at 03:20 pm
New Delhi, Dec 19 (IBNS): Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates - Etihad Airways will introduce the Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner on its scheduled services from Abu Dhabi to Barcelona, effective from Feb 22, 2019, replacing the Airbus A330-200 currently operating the recently launched route.
Jetscapes holidays announces attractive packages for Dubai shopping festival
Dec 18, 2018, at 07:07 pm
Mumbai, Dec 18 (IBNS): Jet Airways’ JetEscapes Holidays today introduced exciting, new all-inclusive Dubai holiday packages for guests planning to travel to Dubai to indulge in retail therapy at the world’s biggest shopping festival - ‘The Dubai Shopping Festival’.
British Airways to resume flights to Pakistan from June 2
Dec 18, 2018, at 05:07 pm
Islamabad, Dec 18 (IBNS): British Airways on Tuesday announced that it will fly from Heathrow to Islamabad, the capital city of Pakistan, from June 2, 2019.
An enjoyable road trip from Dehradun to Mussoorie
Dec 15, 2018, at 12:01 pm
It was last year around Christmas when few of my friends and their families had gathered after a long time, time at another friend’s place in Dehradun. It was still a couple of days to go for the party and we were basking in the morning sun when our parents suggested that we drive up to Mussoorie for a big family brunch.
Where to travel in 2019: USTOA names Italy as top destination
Dec 14, 2018, at 05:14 pm
NEW YORK: In a recent survey conducted by PriceWaterhouseCoopers LLP (PwC), the tour operator members of the United States Tour Operators Association (USTOA) named Italy the most popular or “hot” destination for travelers in 2019.
Experience Japan's greatest gift to the world -- Wrestle like a Sumo!
Dec 12, 2018, at 01:59 pm
Experience a tour like no other -- the world famous Sumo sport and the sumo wrestlers have been Japan's greatest gift to the world! At the center of many legends and myths, you can now get an up, close and personal look at the wonderful and interesting world of sumo wrestlers.
Sai Teerth: Maharashtra gets India’s first devotional theme park
Dec 12, 2018, at 12:24 pm
Who said devotional expression cannot be fun?
4 best places to explore in Lonavala, the land of mystic beauty
Dec 08, 2018, at 09:04 pm
Maharashtra is mainly known for Mumbai and Pune, two commercialized cities, but there are a lot more to explore in this state, and one place that is beauty personified in every manner is Lonavala. Lonavala is a hill station that is located near to Mumbai and Pune and presents a picturesque beauty of Mother Nature with beautiful hills, great landscape as a backdrop, lakes, falls and many more. The place is so tranquil and peaceful that it even contrasts with the crowded city of Mumbai. People often visit Lonavala as a weekend gateway that brings peace and calmness and is an ideal way to escape from the unending chaos of life in a metro city.
Pursuit announces re-imagined Canadian Rocky Mountain glacier retreat
Dec 07, 2018, at 11:33 am
JASPER, Alberta: Experiential adventure travel company Pursuit has announced a new premium retreat located alongside one of Canada’s most iconic glacier destinations in the heart of the Canadian Rockies. The Glacier View Lodge, set to re-open June 1, 2019, will unveil an all-inclusive high alpine experience set amongst the dramatic backdrop of the Columbia Icefield.
Need for strong links among tourism, culture & local community
Dec 06, 2018, at 12:20 pm
Istanbul, Dec 6 (IBNS): The third cultural tourism conference (3-5 December) organized jointly between the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) and the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) concluded here on Wednesday. Participants declared their support for cultural tourism as a driver for safeguarding living heritage, catalyzing creativity in cities, and spreading tourism’s socioeconomic benefits to all.
Amtrak offers 2-for-1 roomettes for select US destinations
Dec 06, 2018, at 09:37 am
Washington DC, Dec 6 (IBNS/NITN): Amtrak has launched a deal offering rooms for two for the price of one for a select range of destinations across America. The offer is valid for journeys made between January 7 and May 23, 2019.
Experience adrenaline rush in Oman
Dec 04, 2018, at 10:01 pm
Popular among evolved travellers, Oman mesmerises visitors with its authenticity, natural beauty and rustic adventure terrain. One must plan a trip to Oman to relax, rejuvenate and indulge in adventurous activities like sand dune bashing, mountain treks, water activities and much more. Here is some of the must-do things while for an adrenaline-filled holiday.
Indian tourists make use of Thailand visa fee waiver
Nov 30, 2018, at 07:42 pm
Bangkok, Nov 30 (IBNS/NITN): A large number of Indian tourists are making plans to visit Thailand now with the country making visa on arrival free for the citizens of several countries, including India, from November 15, 2018 to January 13, 2019.
Great websites to pass the time on while traveling overseas
Nov 29, 2018, at 09:38 pm
If you're constantly back and forth between countries, particularly on long journeys from India to elsewhere, the travel can get pretty boring, to say the least. Luckily, a lot of airlines now come equipped with Wi-Fi, so you don't need to disconnect while flying through the air.
Scotland lures Indian tourists with Bollywood & more
Nov 28, 2018, at 08:20 pm
Edinburgh, Nov 28 (IBNS/NITN): This week sees a plethora of exciting Scottish industry and governmental activity happening across India. VisitScotland, the national tourism organisation for Scotland, is hosting an influential group of travel business leaders as they journey to Mumbai and New Delhi for strategic business development workshops in partnership with Emirates.
Beverly Hills awarded most prestigious Luxury Destination of the Year in USA
Nov 28, 2018, at 04:30 pm
Los Angeles, Nov 28 (IBNS/NITN) Beverly Hills has won the prestigious “Luxury Destination of the Year – USA” as part of this year’s Luxury Travel Guide (LTG) Americas Awards 2018.
Australia collaborates with Shikhar Dhawan to boost up tourism industry
Nov 28, 2018, at 03:12 pm
Sydney, Nov 28 (IBNS): Australia has collaborated with Indian cricketer Shikhar Dhawan with an aim to boost up their tourism industry and give a push to their 'UnDiscover Australia' campaign.
Khairabera Eco Adventure Resorts announces special packages
Nov 26, 2018, at 03:18 pm
Kolkata, Nov 26 (IBNS) Khairabera Eco Adventure Resorts in West Bengal's Purulia district has announced special packages and discounts for tourists. It offers 15% discount on guests from Monday-Thursday all of November.
JetEscapes Holidays offers new holiday packages to Meghalaya
Nov 22, 2018, at 08:54 pm
Bengaluru, Nov 22 (IBNS): With the onset of the holiday season, JetEscapes Holidays from Jet Airways - India’s full-service, premier international airline is offering a new all-inclusive holiday packages to visit the ‘Scotland of the East’ - Meghalaya in the country’s north-eastern reaches from the Silicon Valley of India, Bengaluru.
Nov 21, 2018, at 11:36 am
Philadelphia, aptly called the City of Brotherly Love, happens to be the first World Heritage City of the U.S. Having said that, the city has so many awesome hotspots that one can never fall short of things to do.The travel guide to Philly - the place of birth of the Constitution, will definitely make your visit to this city a memorable one.
Jazeera Airways launches flights to New Delhi starting Dec 15
Nov 20, 2018, at 04:58 pm
Kolkata, Nov 20 (IBNS): Jazeera Airways, Kuwait's leading low-cost airline, operating regionally and internationally, on Tuesday announced it will start serving New Delhi with four return flights weekly starting from Dec 15, 2018.