Tips for First Time Overseas Travelers
Jul 26, 2016, at 04:38 am
East India Travel Awards recognises the deserving in tourism sector
Jul 21, 2016, at 10:18 pm
Kolkata, July 21 (IBNS): In its third edition, the East India Travel Awards gathered the best-known faces and companies in the industry in eastern city Kolkata recently, gifting an entertaining evening livened up by music and glamour as the proud recipients walked home with trophies that recognised their hard work in the tourism sector .
International tourism continues to grow above average in the first four months of 2016: UNWTO
Jul 20, 2016, at 04:45 am
New York, July 19 (IBNS) 2016 started on a strong note for international tourism. International tourist arrivals grew by 5% between January and April 2016 according to the latest UNWTO World Tourism Barometer. Results were robust across almost all subregions and many destinations reported double-digit growth. Prospects for May-August remain positive, with around 500 million tourists expected to travel abroad in the Northern Hemisphere summer holiday peak season.
A unique tribal culture awaits you in Koraput Valley
Jul 16, 2016, at 09:27 pm
As rightly said perhaps by the architects of DESIA, a community based Rural Tourism initiative based on Responsible Travel practice in Odisha's Koraput Valley, the story of the region cannot be said through a website or in words, unless one visits here. This story is about the Odisha tribal tour, tribal people, tribal village, their believes, their rituals, their livelihood, festivals, farming, crafts and much more.
TTF Kolkata 2016: New destinations flavour of the season
Jul 11, 2016, at 01:35 am
Kolkata, July 10 (IBNS): If everything goes according to plan, Kolkata’s Durga Puja celebration is expected to become more attractive with a procession of the best idols (based on awards won) to be held a few days after the actual festival, said West Bengal’s Tourism Minister Goutam Deb.
National workshop on cleaning up 100 iconic places in India
Jul 08, 2016, at 08:56 pm
New Delhi, Jul 8 (IBNS):The two-day National Workshop on Special Cleanliness of 100 Iconic places of India was inaugurated on Friday in New Delhi. Experts from the World Bank, officials from the concerned municipalities and state governments are attending the workshop.
‘SharodShubheccha’ from Thomas Cook India
Jul 05, 2016, at 09:28 pm
New Delhi, July 5 (IBNS) Thomas Cook (India) Ltd, India’s leading integrated travel and travel related financial services company, on Tuesday announced the launch of exclusive international packages - ‘SharodShubheccha’ for avid Bengali travelers this Durga Puja 2016.
Fun and fiesta await at Canada's French Heritage celebration
Jul 03, 2016, at 01:20 am
It's time again to turn back time during the Fêtes de la Nouvelle-France, which celebrates Canada's French Heritage- when the days of Canada's first European settlers come to life amid the real-life backdrop of historic Old Quebec City.
Rashtrapati Bhavan to open three new tourist circuits
Jun 30, 2016, at 10:49 pm
New Delhi, Jun 30 (IBNS): The President's Secretariat announced on Thursday that three tourists circuits in the Rashtrapati Bhavan premises will be inaugurated on July 25, 2016.
Apeejay Surrendra Park Hotels launches 'Zone by The Park' in Raipur
Jun 30, 2016, at 01:06 am
Raipur, June 29 (IBNS): The Park Hotels, a luxury boutique hotels group in India, entered Raipur (Chhattisgarh) with the fourth property of its Social-Catalyst brand 'Zone by The Park' on Wednesday.
Tourist flow between India and America on record high, more air connectivity needed : US Ambssador
Jun 29, 2016, at 11:26 pm
New Delhi, June 29 (IBNS) Stressing that tourism could be a key economic driver for India, US Ambassador Richar R Verma on Wednesday called for increasing air connectivity and improvement of infrastructure.
150,000 Australian visas issued to Indian tourists in 2015-16
Jun 29, 2016, at 09:45 pm
New Delhi, June 29 (IBNS) In what could indicate that of India is becoming one of the fastest growing markets for Australian tourism, the Australian High Commission in New Delhi has granted a record 150,000 Visitor visas during the 2015-16 program year.
Andhra Pradesh Tourism announces 25 tour packages covering all 5 tourist hubs in the state
Jun 24, 2016, at 09:00 pm
Mumbai, June 24 (IBNS): Andhra Pradesh Tourism, all geared up to promote tourism in the state, has announced 25 new packages for the benefit of holiday planners and travellers.
Jet Airways announces attractive India-Europe return fares
Jun 23, 2016, at 10:21 pm
Mumbai, June 23 (Not in Town/IBNS): Jet Airways, India's premier international airline, Thursday, announced a four day attractive mega sale for Premiere and Economy travel on Jet Airways’ flights from India to key destinations in Europe.
Great Barrier Reef: Australia may see a decline in number of tourists if bleaching continues
Jun 21, 2016, at 09:53 pm
Canberra, Jun 21 (IBNS): Canberra-based think tank, The Australia Institute (TAI), in a report published on Monday said that Australia's tourism industry will see a fall in visitors if severe coral bleaching continues on the Great Barrier Reef.
Jordan tourism declares new discovery in Petra
Jun 18, 2016, at 04:07 am
Amman, Jordan,Jun 17 (IBNS): The Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities has confirmed the archaeological discovery of an enormous monument in Jordan's Petra city that has no known parallels to any other structure in the Nabatean city.
Taiwan-A must-visit destination for young travellers
Jun 18, 2016, at 02:49 am
Taipei, Jun 17 (IBNS): Taiwan remains a youth magnet for the new generation willing to understand and uncover the gem that resides in its geography.
Andhra tourism promotes Srikalahasteeswara Temple as part of Tirupati
Jun 18, 2016, at 01:35 am
Mumbai, Jun 17 (IBNS): Srikalahasteeswara Temple, located in Chittoor District of Andhra Pradesh is more than 1000 years old. It is situated just 20 km from Tirupati airport.
Air India withdraws operation from Durgapur Airport
Jun 16, 2016, at 06:33 am
Kolkata/New Delhi, June 16 (IBNS) National carrier Air India on Wednesday announced it has decided to withdraw its operations on the Kolkata to Delhi via Durgapur route.
Etihad launches 9 additional weekly flights on Abu Dhabi-Doha route
Jun 14, 2016, at 12:58 am
Abu Dhabi, Jun 13 (IBNS): Etihad Airways is celebrating 10 years of flying to Qatar this summer by launching nine additional weekly flights on the Abu Dhabi- Doha route reinforcing its commitment to one of the airline's key markets in the Gulf.
Andhra Pradesh allures tourists with water sports launch in Vijayawada
Jun 10, 2016, at 08:40 pm
Mumbai, June 10 (IBNS): Tourist preference patterns over the years have shown a gradual shift from traditional tourism, with more and more tourists now inclined towards additional entertainments such as water sports, adventure tourism among others.
Festival de Cannes: A fairy tale come true
Jun 10, 2016, at 06:01 pm
Kolkata-based corporate communication professional Mahul Brahma's debut short film as a lead actor was chosen by Cannes jury for screening at the Palais de Festivals. This is a story of his date with the red carpet
Lucknow to host Mango Festival in June last week
Jun 08, 2016, at 09:07 pm
Lucknow, Jun 8 (IBNS): Uttar Pradesh Tourism is organising a Mango Festival in Lucknow in the last week of June, according to media reports.
Etihad Airways brings residence to Melbourne
Jun 03, 2016, at 10:27 pm
Abu Dhabi, June 3 (IBNS) Etihad Airways much-anticipated A380 touches down in Melbourne tonight, beginning a new era of luxury travel on the Melbourne-Abu Dhabi and Melbourne-London routes.
Emirates SkyCargo launches new Hong Kong-Delhi freighter service
Jun 02, 2016, at 09:32 pm
Kolkata, June 2 (IBNS) Emirates SkyCargo, the world’s largest international air cargo carrier, is strengthening its footprint in the Far East and Indian subcontinent with the launch of a new weekly freighter service from Hong Kong to Dubai via Delhi from June 1.
All underground stations of Kolkata Metro will be Wifi enabled from June 15
Jun 02, 2016, at 02:29 pm
Kolkata, June 2 (IBNS): The Kolkata Metro Railway authority on Wednesday declared to provide free Wifi access to its passengers at all underground stations, from Dumdum to Tollygunj (Mahanayak Uttam Kumar), from June 15.
Etihad Airways opens world leading Abu Dhabi first class lounge ,spa
May 31, 2016, at 03:27 am
Abu Dhabi, May 30 (IBNS) Etihad Airways on Monday officially opened its new flagship First Class Lounge & Spa at Abu Dhabi International Airport’s Terminal 3. The spectacular new space showcases the airline’s commitment to providing unparalleled and aspirational hospitality experiences.
Infosys partners with MTDC, to open a Tourism Pavilion at its Pune Development Center
May 30, 2016, at 04:52 pm
Pune, May 30 (IBNS) Infosys recently announced the inauguration of Maharashtra Tourism Development Corporation’s (MTDC) Tourism Pavilion at its Pune Development Center (DC).
Valley of Flowers national park of Uttarakhand to open on June 5
May 28, 2016, at 07:39 pm
Dehra Dun, May 28 (IBNS) Valley of Flowers, the national park located in Uttarakhand and known for its endemic alpine flora, will remain open to travellers from June 5 to Oct 30, 2016, according to media reports.
Mahindra Holidays offers members to visit Angry Birds Activity Park in Finland
May 28, 2016, at 02:35 am
Mumbai, May 27 (IBNS): In an attempt to provide its members with diverse and memorable vacation experiences, Mahindra Holidays & Resorts India Ltd. is offering its new members a chance to visit the exciting Angry Birds Activity Park at its Holiday Club Resort in Finland.