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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.

Maharashtra Tourism Development Corporation strengthens ties with Wakayama Prefecture Government, Japan

Jan 13, 2017, at 04:38 am

Mumbai, Jan 12 (IBNS): Minister of Tourism, Government of Maharashtra, Jaykumar Jitendrasinh Rawal called on Governor of Wakayama Prefecture Yoshinobu Nisika, Japan as part of his maiden visit to strengthen the MOU between Wakayama Prefecture, Japan and Maharashtra especially with Maharashtra Tourism Development Corporation.

REVIEW: The Peninsula Chicago: Of touchscreen rooms and eyeglass-cleaning cloth

Jan 11, 2017, at 08:28 am

Right in the middle of downtown Chicago, The Peninsula is an upscale hotel that one can always check out- well check in- for a host of reasons- from its location, touch screen tablet technology rooms, mood lighting of the chic marble bathrooms and the courteousness of the staff who form the backbone of any hotel irrespective of its material appeal.

MMPRC launches new 'VisitMaldives' website

Jan 05, 2017, at 01:56 am

Male, Jan 4 (IBNS): Maldives Marketing & Public Relations Corporation launched the brand new 'VisitMaldives' website with new interactive features at a recent event.

Bargarh in Odisha hosts one of the world's largest open air theatre festival

Jan 02, 2017, at 07:27 pm

Bargarh, Odisha, Jan 2 (IBNS): Bargarh, about 50km from Sambalpur town in western Odisha, is celebrating its annual Dhanu Jatra festival from Monday, according to media reports.

Mumbai Airport’s Domestic Terminal 1B is now Terminal 1

Jan 02, 2017, at 06:39 pm

Mumbai, Jan 2 (IBNS): GVK MIAL, the company that administers Mumbai’s Domestic and International Airport, has renamed the airport’s domestic Terminal - 1B to Terminal 1 with effect from Jan 1 2017.

Cambridge, Ontario: Butterfly snowfall

Dec 31, 2016, at 09:40 pm

Take a flight of fancy with the Rice Paper butterflies at this tropical conservatory of Ontario until Jan 29, 2017.

Jet Airways introduces widebody aircraft on additional domestic, international routes

Dec 27, 2016, at 12:44 am

Mumbai, Dec 26 (IBNS): Jet Airways, India's premier full service international airline, will introduce its wide-body Airbus A330 aircraft on certain additional domestic and international routes, thereby boosting capacity on other key sectors and extending guests, a superior onboard experience.

Frozen Fantasy: The Niagara Falls

Dec 25, 2016, at 10:01 pm

Enjoy a slice of Canadian winter at the Niagara falls, especially if you have not planned anything during the school break

Revisit the history of Jesus Christ this Christmas in Jordan

Dec 25, 2016, at 12:22 am

Mumbai, Dec 24 (IBNS): This Christmas vacation, book your tickets to Jordan and visit the Jesus Baptism Site: Bethany Beyond the Jordan.

Lumina Borealis: A secret wonderland in Canada

Dec 22, 2016, at 08:02 pm

Breaking the myth that winter evenings are meant for staying indoors, Lumina Borealis debuts this winter in Ontario, Canada.