UNWTO initiative ‘Best Tourism Villages’ to focus on those pursuing Sustainable Development Goals
May 27, 2021, at 05:52 pm
Madrid/IBNS: World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) has decided to recognise villages across the world that are committed to the promotion and preservation of their cultural heritage and sustainable development through tourism.
Spring arrives in Santa hometown, Finnish Lapland awaits a summer full of fun activities
May 26, 2021, at 08:48 pm
Rovaniemi (Finland)/IBNS: After a long winter, Rovaniemi, the official hometown of Santa Claus, is ready to bask in the glory of spring.
In the footsteps of the Buddha: A list of India's most popular places associated with him
May 26, 2021, at 08:21 pm
We bring you a list of the most popular places in India associated with the life of the Buddha this Buddha Jayanti.
Brussels Airlines' first Belgian Icon aircraft to get a fresh paint and more Tintin illustrations
May 26, 2021, at 07:53 pm
Brussels/IBNS: If all goes according to plan, Rackham, an aircraft with livery dedicated to the world famous Belgian cartoon character Tintin, will emerge in its repainted avatar in June.
Talwar Talks revisits Nakhoda Masjid of Kolkata
May 25, 2021, at 07:29 pm
Kolkata/IBNS: Arun Talwar, the creator and anchor for Talwar Talks, recently launched a new episode on an interesting landmark of Kolkata, the Nakhoda Mosque
Air passenger traffic to dip further in FY 2022: ICRA
May 24, 2021, at 10:05 pm
New Delhi/UNI: Due to second wave of COVID-19 domestic air passenger traffic is expected to see a further dip this fiscal and will return to pre-COVID level, not before FY 2023, investment information and credit rating agency ICRA said in a press release on Monday.
New low-cost US airline to take to the skies end May
May 22, 2021, at 05:50 pm
Breeze Airways, a low-cost US airline, which could not take off owing to the pandemic situation, will finally take to the skies starting May 27.
Andaman and Nicobar extends ban on tourism activities
May 21, 2021, at 06:40 pm
All tourism activities in the Andaman and Nicobar will remain suspended for another four weeks starting May 20, 2021 in view of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Six Indian sites make it to UNESCO's Tentative List of heritage sites
May 21, 2021, at 06:01 pm
Six sites in India received a nod from UNESCO for inclusion in its Tentative List of heritage sites.
How do I prepare for a trip to South Africa?
May 21, 2021, at 05:01 pm
If you are planning for a trip to South Africa, you might be aware that this place is home to 11 national languages, 6 distinct ecosystems, and 3 capitals. It also boasts the richest field of gold in the entire world and has relations of race that always take the attention of the news channels. Moreover, this country is host to zebras, giraffes, leopards, and even lions that roam around freely. However, South Africa visa renewal is not the only requirement. Prior to visiting this place, you must take into consideration several preparatory tips other than that this article will provide you with.
May 16, 2021, at 10:09 pm
Srinagar: Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Friday announced a Rs. 3 crore relief package for people associated with the tourism sector.
GoAir becomes GoFirst, embraces Ultra-Low-Cost Airline approach
May 14, 2021, at 03:26 am
Kolkata/IBNS: Go Air, one of the fastest-growing airlines in India, has revamped to become Go First.
Can Indians travel to Hong Kong now?</
May 13, 2021, at 05:38 pm
With travel restrictions constantly changing during the ongoing coronavirus pandemic, it can often be hard to decide if you can visit an international destination, including Hong Kong, as an Indian citizen. This complete guide aims to guide travelers through the current requirements to travel to Hong Kong SAR ((Special Administrative Region), including the need to complete a Hong Kong Pre-Arrival Registration for Indians (PAR).
Etihad Airways introduces Verified to Fly travel document initiative
May 12, 2021, at 03:06 am
Abu Dhabi: From 12 May 2021, travellers flying from Abu Dhabi with Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, will be able to validate their Covid-19 travel documents before arriving at the airport. Guests can arrive at the airport with confidence and with peace of mind, knowing they have met all essential requirements before their flight.
Airline major Vistara to fly Delhi-Tokyo from June 16
May 10, 2021, at 08:01 pm
New Delhi/UNI: Vistara, a joint venture of Tata group and Singapore Airlines, on Monday announced special, non-stop flights between Delhi and Tokyo starting June 16.
National Park Week in USA: A list of the parks for your post-pandemic bucket list
May 09, 2021, at 04:26 am
The United States of America has a rich outdoor heritage of over 60 national parks that attract millions of visitors each year. In 2019 itself, more than 327 million people visited the parks to immerse themselves in natural beauty. To honor these national parks and the myriad experiences they have to offer, National Park Week 2021 was celebrated from April 17-25th.
Cathay Pacific undertakes delivery of emergency medical supplies to India
May 08, 2021, at 03:28 am
New Delhi/INS: With India facing grave medical crisis, Cathay Pacific Cargo is flying vital relief shipments to India.
IP is a key tool in promoting tourism business in the new normal say experts
May 08, 2021, at 02:03 am
Madrid/IBNS: Intellectual Property (IP), such as trademarks, geographical indications, copyright, design or patents, etc. help a business create a distinctive identity in the market.
Malaysia to ban flights from South Asian countries
May 07, 2021, at 01:06 pm
Malaysia, a Southeast Asian country, plans to ban the entry of nationals from Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, and Pakistan. The country has already banned flights from India, reported Dhaka Tribune.
Domestic air passenger traffic moves down by 29 pc in Apr: ICRA
May 05, 2021, at 10:06 pm
New Delhi/UNI: As a result of second wave of Covid-9 Indian carriers hit turbulence in April 2021 with a sharp decline in the number of flyers, said ICRA, the investment information and credit rating agency, today.
Award-winning film debuts on GoUSA TV on National Parks Adventure’s 5-yr anniversary
May 05, 2021, at 08:54 pm
WASHINGTON, D.C: Five years after its premiere, National Parks Adventure—Brand USA’s first film for IMAX® and giant-screen theaters—is now available on GoUSA TV in time to commemorate National Park Week 2021 (April 17-25), a special time to celebrate U.S. national parks and programs across the country.
Turkey to exempt restrictions for foreign tourists
May 05, 2021, at 12:49 am
New Delhi: Turkey, which is under lockdown since April 26, has decided to exclude foreign travelers from curfew, who are in the country for tourism. The lockdown will last until May 17th to curb a surge in corona virus infections in the country.
Singapore restricts entry to travellers from Bangladesh, Nepal, Pakistan and Sri Lanka
May 02, 2021, at 07:46 pm
Singapore has refused to allow entry to all those who have recently traveled to Bangladesh, Nepal, Pakistan and Sri Lanka, beginning May 2, following a huge spike in COVID-19 cases in these South Asian nations, the sovereign island-city state said in a notice.
Seychelles to allow entry to vaccinated visitors from India, Pakistan and Bangladesh
Apr 29, 2021, at 05:07 pm
Victoria: In the wake of the ongoing rise of COVID-19 outbreak in the Asian Subcontinent, Seychelles has issued new travel measures for Indian visitors in a press conference held recently in the island nation.
Spain to impose 10-day quarantine for arrivals from India
Apr 29, 2021, at 01:08 am
Madrid/UNI: Travelers arriving in Spain from India will be subject to a 10-day quarantine starting from May 1.
Indonesia plans travel bubble in Bali, Batam and Bintan to bring back foreign tourists
Apr 26, 2021, at 11:47 pm
Jakarta: Indonesia's Ministry of Tourism and Creative Economy / Tourism and Creative Economy Agency (MoTCE) is periodically monitoring the plan to implement the Travel Corridor Arrangement (TCA) or Travel Bubble in Bali, Batam and Bintan (3B) to bring foreign tourists back to the country.
Sri Lanka to remain open for tourists
Apr 26, 2021, at 11:05 pm
Sri Lanka will remain open for tourists, said officials, ending speculation around the possibility of closing down its border as the region braces a resurgent new Covid-19 wave, reported Newswire.
Jammu and Kashmir: Pahalgam witnessing slow rise in tourist numbers
Apr 26, 2021, at 12:23 am
Pahalgam: Despite a downtrend amid COVID-19 influx, Pahalgam area in Jammu and Kashmir is slowly witnessing an increase in the number of visitors in recent times.
Covid-19 surge : UAE to stop all flights from India for 10 days
Apr 24, 2021, at 11:40 pm
Chennai/UNI: In the wake of Covid-19 surge back in India, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) announced that it will stop all its flights from New Delhi for a period of 10 days from Sunday.
Did you know about these five little known UNESCO World Heritage Sites of India?
Apr 24, 2021, at 01:48 am
April 18 is observed as International Day for Monuments and Sites. It is also referred to as World Heritage Day. On this occasion we bring you five of the lesser known Indian sites inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage Site list.