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Discover the 10 Must Have Accessories to Take While Traveling

Feb 25, 2017, at 02:08 am

Before you go on your next trip, there are a few essential items that you should think about packing. Here are 10 must-have accessories to take while traveling.

Air Travelers witness an attempt to create the ‘World’s largest margarine statue’ at Mumbai Airport on Maha Shivratri

Feb 24, 2017, at 09:49 pm

Mumbai, Feb 24 (IBNS): Air travelers transiting through the city were in for a visual treat on Friday as they were greeted by a giant Trimurti, in an attempt at Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport to make the World’s ‘Largest Margarine Structure’ on the occasion of Maha Shivratri.

Israel Ministry of Tourism conducts road show across 3 cities

Feb 22, 2017, at 10:44 pm

Hyderabad, Feb 22 (IBNS): The Israel Ministry of Tourism hosted their first Road Show of 2017 in Chandigarh followed by Ahmedabad and Hyderabad. The roadshow was conducted in a networking workshop format and saw an attendance from ‘3 Tour Operators’ from Israel.

Jet Airways announces frequent flyer reward promotion

Feb 21, 2017, at 04:35 am

Mumbai, Feb 20 (IBNS): Jet Airways, India's full-service premier international airline, announced frequent flyer reward promotion, with the launch of a global campaign, 'The Billion Miles Festival'.

A High Road to Scotland

Feb 20, 2017, at 07:31 pm

Craggy mountains, moors, lakes (lochs), medieval castles and scary sea cliffs, Scottish Highlands pack it all.

Jet Airways introduces Jet Global Pass for domestic and international travel

Feb 18, 2017, at 11:16 pm

Mumbai, Feb 18 (IBNS): Jet Airways has announced the availability of a new pre-paid ‘Jet Global Pass’ that will allow travellers to travel on the airline’s entire network of 66 domestic and international destinations.

Cox and Kings bags twin honours for excellence in outbound tour operations

Feb 17, 2017, at 11:59 pm

Mumbai, Feb 17 (NotinTown): Cox & Kings Ltd, one of the leading holidays and education travel group, picked up two top industry accolades.

MMPRC to participate in OTM 2017

Feb 15, 2017, at 08:54 pm

Mumbai, Feb 15 (IBNS-Not In Town) Maldives Marketing and Public Relation Corporation (MMPRC) is taking part at the travel show - Oneworld Travel Mart (OTM) which is being held in Mumbai at Bombay Convention & Exhibition Centre (Hall1) NSE Comples, Goregaon (E), from Feb 21 to 23, 2017

Mumbai: Jet Airways reschedules flights owing to closure of airport main runway

Feb 14, 2017, at 07:02 pm

Mumbai, Feb 14 (IBNS): In light of the temporary closure of Mumbai's Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport's main runway, Jet Airways has said that it has revised some of its flight schedules until April 29, 2017.

Jet Airways announces offers for Valentine's Day

Feb 14, 2017, at 05:01 am

Mumbai, Feb 13 (IBNS): Jet Airways, India's full-service, premier international airline, announced a host of specially created offers as part of its celebrations for Valentine's Day, together with its discerning guests.

Vienna woos young Indians with many attractions

Feb 13, 2017, at 10:28 pm

New Delhi, Feb 13 (Not in Town/IBNS) The Austrian capital Vienna, known for its imperial history, beautiful gardens, and magnificent palaces, received a record number of travellers from India in 2016, contributing to 115,531 overnight stays, a 28 per cent increase from 2015.

New York: Parks parks parks – from Hudson to East River

Feb 13, 2017, at 10:12 pm

The parades and annual events of Manhattan are full of action and energizing. The city also has another aspect that is calm and relaxing. They are the parks and garden of Manhattan.

Etihad Airways announces launch of 'Runway to Runway'

Feb 10, 2017, at 06:22 pm

Abu Dhabi/New York Feb 10 (IBNS): Etihad Airways on Thursday announced the launch of “Runway to Runway,” a unique rewards program specially designed to support the fashion community’s international travel requirements, an official release stated.

Kailash Manasarovar Yatra-2017: Mar 15 last date for registration

Feb 02, 2017, at 09:35 pm

New Delhi, Feb 2 (IBNS): Pilgrims and travellers wanting to go on the Kailash Manasarovar Yatra 2017, organized by the Ministry of External Affairs, have to complete their registrations by Mar 15, 2017, according to a release by the ministry.

Etihad Aviation Group and Lufthansa Group extend cooperation

Feb 02, 2017, at 04:43 pm

Abu Dhabi, Feb 2 (IBNS): Etihad Aviation Group and Lufthansa German Airlines, part of Europe’s largest aviation group, on Thursday unveiled details of a new commercial partnership, an official release stated.

John Abraham attends Arunachal Tourism Award function

Feb 01, 2017, at 06:59 pm

Guwahati, Feb 1 (IBNS): The Arunachal Tourism Award 2017 was inaugurated on Jan 31 by the state Governor P.B. Acharya at Indira Gandhi Park, Itanagar.

Did you know Museumplein is also the biggest square in Amsterdam?

Jan 30, 2017, at 11:05 pm

Amsterdam has a number of special squares, each with its own character. One can find the best terraces and go for sparkling nightlife. Explore art and culture at Museumplein, dive into nightlife on Leidseplein and Rembrandtplein or stroll past the market stalls on Waterlooplein, Amsterdam offers something for all.

The Peninsula Chicago woos loving hearts with Valentine’s Day offers

Jan 28, 2017, at 09:42 pm

Chicago, Jan 28 (IBNS-Not in Town) For the ultimate Valentine’s Day, celebrate at The Peninsula Chicago, one of the most romantic settings in the city, pitches the hotel located on the “Magnificent Mile” of the city .

AirAsia X cleared to fly to the US

Jan 27, 2017, at 11:09 pm

Sepang, Jan 27 (IBNS-NotinTown) AirAsia X has received clearance from the Federal Aviation Authority (FAA) to fly to the US, according to the Asian low cost airline.

Jordan is one of the safest destinations to visit: Ashit Taneja

Jan 26, 2017, at 07:28 pm

With Jordan becoming one of the most sought after tourist destinations in India, Ashit Taneja, Country Head, Jordan Tourism Board, Representative Office of India, states how the country is gaining its leverage and has managed to be identified as a stable place. Excerpts of his interview:

New Taj app to offer seamless research-to-reservation journey

Jan 23, 2017, at 11:02 pm

Mumbai/ Kolkata, Jan 23 (IBNS): Taj Hotels Resorts and Palaces on Monday announced the launch of its new mobile application, which offers guests a seamless booking experience and access to exclusive offers at their convenience from their mobile phone.

Kolkata is one of its key markets says Kerala Tourism, in city to promote monsoon tourism

Jan 21, 2017, at 11:06 pm

Kolkata, Jan 21 (IBNS): Kolkata is one of the major markets for Kerala Tourism, said Nandakumar K.P., Deputy Director, Kerala Tourism in Kolkata on Friday.

Kerala govt organises roadshows in Kolkata to attract tourists

Jan 21, 2017, at 02:06 am

Thiruvananthapuram, Jan 20 (IBNS): Considering the uptick in inbound tourism from Kolkata, the Department of Tourism, Government of Kerala organised B2B roadshows in Kolkata on Friday.

SATTE 2017: South Asia travel trade show to be held in Delhi in February

Jan 20, 2017, at 10:58 pm

New Delhi, Jan 20 (IBNS): SATTE, one of South Asia's leading travel trade shows, is scheduled to begin on Feb 15 at Pragati Maidan in New Delhi.

Maharashtra Tourism supports Presidency Group in introducing Koyana in Mahabaleshwar

Jan 18, 2017, at 01:13 am

Mumbai, Jan 17(IBNS): Maharashtra Tourism Development Corporation is supporting Presidency group, Koyana Mahabaleshwar in introducing Koyana, an unexplored tourist destination in Mahabaleshwar.

Dr Jitendra Singh discusses tourism promotion plans for Shillong

Jan 17, 2017, at 03:28 am

New Delhi, Jan 16 (IBNS): Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Development of North Eastern Region (DoNER), MoS PMO, Personnel, Public Grievances, Pensions, Atomic Energy and Space, Dr Jitendra Singh discussed here on Monday the tourism promotion plans for Shillong and other surrounding areas of Northeast with a group of professionals led by Member of Parliament from Tura, Meghalaya, Conrad K. Sangma.

Emirates to launch daily flights to Croatia

Jan 17, 2017, at 01:34 am

Kolkata Jan 16 (IBNS): Airlines major Emirates on Monday announced that it will further expand its European network with the introduction of a daily flight from Dubai to Zagreb (ZAG), the capital of Croatia from June 1, 2017.

Bengal Chamber of Commerce launched West Bengal weekend destinations website, app to come soon

Jan 14, 2017, at 08:11 pm

Kolkata, Jan 14 (IBNS): Kolkata-based Bengal Chamber of Commerce and Industries (BCCI), who has been taking a keen interest in promoting tourism in West Bengal for sometime, launched a special weekend destination website (www.bengalweekend.com) on Friday.

REVIEW: Radisson Blue Paschim Vihar: Where marriages are solemnized

Jan 14, 2017, at 07:13 pm

Marriages are made in heaven. But in India's prosperous capital city New Delhi, the well heeled love to solemnize them in a star hotel that over the years has emerged as one of the most sought after wedding venues of the west Delhi.

UK encourages Indian visitors to apply for early visas

Jan 13, 2017, at 04:51 am

London, Jan 12 (IBNS): The UK has launched a new campaign to encourage Indian visitors to apply early for their visas in the quieter, off peak period, during January and February.