Celebration on the streets of New York
Nov 18, 2016, at 07:07 pm
As a brand new Manhattanite and a seasoned walker I ventured into the streets to be part of the real New York City. To feel its pulse I had to immerse into the world of adventure called ‘life in New York City’.
Etihad Airways Partners plans to align global loyalty programmes
Nov 17, 2016, at 09:34 pm
Mumbai, Nov 17 (IBNS): Etihad Airways Partners (EAP), a unique partnership of eight airlines, has announced further steps aimed at aligning the benefits for elite tier members of the separate frequent flyer programmes operated by each of the airline partners, an official release stated.
Maharashtra's annual cultural festival Kalidas Samaroh to begin on Sunday
Nov 17, 2016, at 08:36 pm
Mumbai, Nov 17 (IBNS): Maharashtra Tourism Development Corporation (MTDC) in association with Nagpur-based Kalidas Mahotsav Samiti, will hold the 18th edition of the Kalidas Festival, from Nov 20 to 23, 2016.
Mega Maldives starts direct flights from New Delhi to Maldives from Nov 2016
Nov 11, 2016, at 08:39 pm
New Delhi, Nov 11 (Not in Town/IBNS) Now travelling to Maldives from Delhi has become even easier. Mega Maldives Airlines has announced its non-stop flights to Male from New Delhi which will start from November 15, 2016.
MTDC to assist JICA team for the Ajanta Ellora conservation
Nov 08, 2016, at 08:11 pm
Mumbai, Nov 8 (IBNS): Maharashtra Tourism Development Corporation (MTDC) is set to assist the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) team for the Ajanta Ellora conservation and Tourism Development Project Phase II.
Air Seychelles announces major expansion in Europe, Indian Ocean in 2017
Nov 05, 2016, at 01:40 am
Victoria, Nov 4 (IBNS): Air Seychelles, the national airline of the Republic of Seychelles, has announced a major fleet and network expansion that will see the airline introduce a second Airbus A330 aircraft, commence non-stop services to Düsseldorf (Germany) and Durban (South Africa), and significantly strengthen its existing regional network in early 2017.
Etihad Airways launches new android app for smartphones
Nov 04, 2016, at 03:08 am
Abu Dhabi, Nov 3 (IBNS): Etihad Airways, the national airline of the UAE, has extended its digital reach with the introduction of a new mobile application for android smartphones, enabling guests to manage their journeys with even greater ease.
Indian visitors to Canada rose by 11 percent in 2016: Destination Canada
Nov 03, 2016, at 06:36 am
Montreal, Nov 3 (IBNS-NotinTown): Canada, which is pitching itself as a top tourist destination for the wanderlust worldwide, has recorded an 11 percent rise in the number of Indian visitors to the country which targets well-heeled Indians looking for great foreign vacations, a top official said.
Turkish Airlines launches innovative in-flight safety video featuring YouTube personality Zach King
Nov 02, 2016, at 07:12 pm
Istanbul, Nov 2 (IBNS): In order to enhance security and passenger protection during air transport operations, Turkish Airlines has produced a new in-flight safety video featuring filmmaker and YouTube celebrity Zach King.
Gangotri shrine in Garwhal Himalayas closes on Monday for winter recess
Oct 31, 2016, at 08:37 pm
Dehra Dun,Oct 31 (IBNS): With winter round the corner, the doors of the Gangotri shrine in Garhwal Himalayas in Uttarakhand closed on Monday for six months, according to media reports.
CSIA announces flight operations of new international airlines
Oct 30, 2016, at 06:19 pm
Mumbai, Oct 30 (IBNS): Travelers from Mumbai can now fly non-stop to Paris, Beijing and Frankfurt as Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport announced the commencement of flight operations of international airlines – Lufthansa, Air France and Air China from Terminal 2 on Sunday.
San Diego Bay Wine + Food Festival from Nov 14
Oct 29, 2016, at 08:35 pm
San Diego, Oct 29 (Not in Town/IBNS): Local and international talent gathers at the gustatory tribute to all that’s good about wine & food (and there’s beer too) at the San Diego Bay Wine & Food Festival to be held from Nov 14 to 20, 2016.
Maharashtra tourism department organises bus tour in Mumbai
Oct 28, 2016, at 05:14 am
Mumbai, Oct 27 (IBNS): Maharashtra Tourism Development Corporation has reintroduced the Nilambari open deck bus tour in Mumbai.
Yes Bank partners Booking.com to offer travel privileges
Oct 28, 2016, at 03:10 am
Mumbai, Oct 27 (IBNS): Yes Bank, a private sector bank, has partnered with Booking.com, an accommodation booking website, to provide travel benefits for the bank's credit card customers.
Jet Airways announces Diwali special offer on domestic travel
Oct 26, 2016, at 12:46 am
Mumbai, Oct 25 (IBNS): Jet Airways, India's premier international airline, on Tuesday announced a special Diwali offer -effective midnight of Oct 25, with all-inclusive fares starting at INR 921, for guests flying select sectors across the airline's domestic network.
New York City: Captured by the hotspots
Oct 23, 2016, at 03:17 pm
In the first part of her series on New York, Suparna Banerjee relives her experiences of exploring the great American melting pot
Oct 21, 2016, at 02:53 am
Vijayawada, Oct 20 (IBNS): The sunrise state of Andhra Pradesh being ranked No. 2 in Ease of Doing Business by World Bank (2014-15) beckoned international investors for developing tourism projects in 79 virgin land parcels spread across 13 districts in the state at the UAE-India Economic Forum 2016 in Dubai.
IATA forecasts passenger demand to double over 20 years
Oct 20, 2016, at 12:51 am
Geneva, Oct 19 (IBNS): The International Air Transport Association (IATA) on Wednesday said it expects 7.2 billion passengers to travel in 2035, a near doubling of the 3.8 billion air travelers in 2016.
46% Indians do not wait for a special occasion or holiday to travel: OYO Survey
Oct 19, 2016, at 09:20 pm
New Delhi, Oct 19 (IBNS): According to a recent survey by OYO, Indians no longer look for a special occasion or holiday to travel.
Jet Airways enhances connectivity between India and SAARC
Oct 19, 2016, at 12:50 am
Mumbai, Oct 18 (IBNS): Jet Airways, India's premier international airline, is set to enhance connectivity between India and SAARC as well as Gulf.
Priya Entertainments Pvt Ltd sets up ecotourism hub at foothills of Baghmundi
Oct 14, 2016, at 10:01 pm
New Delhi, Oct 14 (IBNS): Taking a step ahead in making tourism more sustainable, an ecotourism hub has been set up at Khairabera, foothills of Baghmundi, by the bioscope brand Priya Entertainments Pvt Ltd (PEPL) to grant nature lovers an experience “far from the madding crowdâ€, in the lap of nature.
Jet Airways announces Dussehra offer on international and domestic travel
Oct 12, 2016, at 04:35 pm
Mumbai, Oct 12 (IBNS): Jet Airways on Wednesday announced a special Dussehra offer, effective from midnight of Oct 12, for six days, for passengers flying from India across the airline’s entire network, an official release stated.
Jet Airways to connect Kozhikode and Sharjah with a new daily service
Oct 11, 2016, at 01:50 am
Mumbai, Oct 10 (IBNS): Jet Airways is set to launch a daily service from Kozhikode to Sharjah, further expanding its network, an official release stated.
Andhra Pradesh attracts 9.78 Cr tourists in the first 8 months in 2016
Oct 10, 2016, at 07:28 pm
Vijayawada, Oct 10 (IBNS): Andhra Pradesh, which is blessed with some of the most spectacular tourist destinations in the country, has registered a 20 percent growth in tourist arrivals in the first 8 months of 2016 over the corresponding period last year, an official release stated.
Etihad Airways wins honours at TTG Travel Awards
Oct 01, 2016, at 04:09 am
Mumbai, Sept 30 (IBNS) Etihad Airways has been named 'Best Airline-Business Class' at the TTG Travel Awards for the second consecutive year.
Andhra Pradesh CM unveils new program for active tourism promotion
Sep 28, 2016, at 04:44 am
Vijayawada, Sept 27 (IBNS): Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh N. Chandrababu Naidu, commemorating World Tourism Day 2016, unveiled a plethora of activities on tuesday which the state is undertaking to promote tourism in Andhra Pradesh.
Air Canada announced new Montreal-Shanghai regular flights
Sep 24, 2016, at 04:12 am
Toronto, Sept 23 (IBNS): According to reports from Air Canada there would be daily year-round direct flights between Montreal and Shanghai, China, starting Feb 16, 2017.
Andhra Pradesh CM pitches for promoting tourism to create employment
Sep 24, 2016, at 01:55 am
Mumbai, Sept 23 (IBNS): Emphasizing on the potential of tourism which can lead to employment generation and better infrastructure, Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu pitched for developing an ecosystem in India which is favourable for tourism.
New travel restrictions to enter Canada in effect from October
Sep 23, 2016, at 04:05 am
Toronto, Sept 22 (IBNS): According to a statement released by the immigration ministry of Canada, visa exempt foreign nationals, including Europeans, who fly or transit through the country will soon need to obtain an electronic travel authorization (eTA).
Bukhara at ITC Maurya recognised amongst 'Best Restaurants in the World'
Sep 22, 2016, at 04:54 am
New Delhi, Sep 21 (IBNS): ITC Hotels' globally acclaimed Indian restaurant brand, Bukhara, has been recognised amongst the 'Best Restaurants in the World' by Conde Nast Traveler, U.S.A.