Air India announces launch of new flights for Kumbh Mela in Allahabad
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
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
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
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
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.
Where to travel in 2019: USTOA names Italy as top destination
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!
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
Who said devotional expression cannot be fun?
Pursuit announces re-imagined Canadian Rocky Mountain glacier retreat
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
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.