Need for strong links among tourism, culture & local community
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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.
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
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.
India tops Travelport’s global ranking of digital travelers
Kolkata / New Delhi, Nov 20 (IBNS): Travelers in India are increasingly using digital technology and platforms such as voice search, digital payments, e-tickets, social media etc to plan, manage and enhance their travel experiences.
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Bengal Chamber and West Bengal Tourism collaborate to create awareness about weekend travel
Kolkata, Nov 18 (IBNS): The 'Weekend Wonders' fair recently organised in Kolkata by West Bengal Tourism and the Bengal Chamber of Commerce & Industries focused on an important segment of travel - weekend trips.
Gül Baba tomb in Budapest attracts thousands
Budapest, Nov 17 (IBNS/NITN): The recently-renovated Tomb of Gül Baba in Budapest is attracting a large number of visitors since its opening a little more than a month ago.