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.
Sentosa Island in Singapore woos Indian tourists with more attractions on golden jubilee year
May 23, 2022, at 09:01 pm
With Indians constituting nearly 30 percent of tourists to Sentosa in Singapore, this island resort off Singapore’s southern coast is wooing tourists with more attractions on its golden jubilee year.
Sydney hosts mega tourism event
May 21, 2022, at 08:58 pm
Tourism Australia’s largest annual travel trade event, the Australian Tourism Exchange 2022 (ATE22) was successfully held at the International Convention Centre in Sydney between 15 to 18 May with over 1100 delegates comprising international buyers, Aussie tourism product sellers and media.
Global action needed to streamline pandemic travel measures
May 21, 2022, at 04:51 pm
New York: Countries must find consensus on clear, equitable and streamlined pandemic travel measures, the heads of two organizations working to improve migration said on Friday during on event on the sidelines of the International Migration Review Forum (IMRF) at UN Headquarters in New York.
Grounded for 3 years, Jet Airways to resume commercial flight operations
May 21, 2022, at 01:32 am
New Delhi/IBNS: The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has granted license to Jet Airways, grounded for three years, to resume commercial flights.
Indian hotel rooms aggregator OYO announces a free stay after 5 night stays
May 19, 2022, at 11:58 pm
New Delhi: Hospitality technology platform OYO has announced that its customers will be eligible for a free stay after every 5 night stays in an initiative to boost travel in post-pandemic India.
We know what you can do this summer in US
May 19, 2022, at 06:48 am
The United States of America is now welcoming international visitors to experience and discover the country’s natural wonders, vibrant cities and towns, iconic landmarks and diverse culture. From epic road trips along Route 66 to hiking spectacular trails at some of the USA’s top national parks, there’s an endless array of experiences to enjoy while keeping social distancing and safety guidelines in focus.
May 18, 2022, at 05:00 am
Kolkata/IBNS: Visa facilitator VFS Global said visa applications doubled in the first quarter of calendar year 2022 compared to the corresponding period last year yet the volume is nowhere close to the pre-pandemic level.
Germany: Lufthansa apologizes for not letting orthodox Jews to board
May 12, 2022, at 10:11 pm
Berlin/UNI: German airline Lufthansa has apologized after a large number of Jewish passengers travelling from New York to Hungary earlier this month were denied boarding on a connecting flight in Germany because they were Jewish, media reports said.
European Union removes mask requirement for air travel
May 12, 2022, at 04:23 am
Cologne/IBNS: International travellers visiting the European Union (EU) next week onwards will not be required to wear masks at airports or on aircraft, EU authorities informed Wednesday.
UN meets to help reverse ‘precipitous drop’ in tourism
May 06, 2022, at 07:16 pm
New York: As part of the “long journey” to recover from the ravages of COVID-19, UN General Assembly President Abdulla Shahid highlighted on Wednesday the need to build a more sustainable, resilient, and responsible global tourism sector.
Immerse in the cultural heritage of San Francisco’s Yerba Buena neighbourhood
May 04, 2022, at 01:28 am
Every neighbourhood of San Francisco is rich in its culture. Yerba Buena is one of them. Apart from the incredible world-class hotels, renowned museums, outstanding dining options, and nightlife, the area has preserved a unique identity making it the perfect locality to experience San Francisco in its cultural best.
Aapravasi Ghat: Witness to the Great Indian Migration to Mauritius
Apr 29, 2022, at 12:35 am
The largest human migration in history occurred between 1834 and 1923 when the British in its experimental bid to abolish slavery brought mostly Indians as indentured labourers to work in the sugarcane estates of Mauritius. Sujoy Dhar visits the historic Aapravasi Ghat, an immigration depot in capital Port Louis, to retrace the footprints of some half a million people who landed there over nearly a century in quest for a better future
Veranda Tamarin: Boho-chic budget beach escape in Mauritius
Apr 25, 2022, at 10:38 pm
It was on the day I was checking out that I learnt that Veranda Tamarin is a surf hotel with a surf school since this uber cool boutique property is on the only beach in Mauritius where you can surf in the absence of coral reefs under the water. I would spot the surfers on the beach silhouetted against the twilight sky walking back to their retreats with their surfboards.