COVID-19: Tourists to be allowed to enter J&K UT from July 14, guidelines released
Jul 13, 2020, at 03:41 am
Jammu/UNI: To revive the tourism activities, Jammu and Kashmir Government on Sunday issued guidelines for the tourists to be allowed to enter the Union Territory in a phased manner from July 14.
Etihad Airways to resume special passenger services to six destinations in India
Jul 12, 2020, at 03:01 am
Abu Dhabi/IBNS: Following the partial lifting of international flight restrictions by UAE and Indian authorities on travel for eligible individuals to and from Abu Dhabi to India, Etihad Airways will resume a limited number of special flights to six Indian gateways.
SpiceJet to operate scheduled flights to the UAE from July 12 to 26
Jul 11, 2020, at 11:27 pm
Gurugram: SpiceJet, the country’s favourite airline and the biggest air cargo operator, will operate flights from across four stations in India to Ras Al-Khaimah (Dubai) between 12th and 26th July, 2020 for eligible ‘Identity and Citizenship (ICA) approved UAE residents’.
Etihad Airways announces new codeshare agreement with Air Arabia Abu Dhabi
Jul 10, 2020, at 04:15 am
Abu Dhabi/IBNS: Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, has announced a codeshare agreement with Abu Dhabi’s first low-cost airline, Air Arabia Abu Dhabi.
Etihad Airways to resume wider network of flights as UAE travel restrictions ease
Jul 07, 2020, at 02:19 pm
Abu Dhabi: Etihad Airways is gradually resuming services to more destinations across its global network. This follows the easing of travel restrictions by UAE regulatory authorities on outbound and inbound travel for citizens and residents. All travel remains subject to the entry and health regulations set by the UAE authorities, and those at the end destination.
Indonesia's Bali to welcome international tourists in September
Jul 06, 2020, at 04:17 pm
Jakarta/Xinhua: Indonesia's holiday island of Bali is planning to welcome international tourists in September following the decision of the country's government to suspend entries of foreigners into the archipelagic nation for months due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
UNWTO names Giorgio Armani and Gino Sorbillo Special Ambassadors for Tourism
Jul 05, 2020, at 11:34 am
Rome/IBNS: The World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) has named renowned fashion designer Giorgio Armani and celebrated chef Gino Sorbillo as Special Ambassadors for Tourism as the sector prepares to restart across Europe.
UN World Tourism Organization marks reopening of tourism in Europe with official visit to Italy
Jul 05, 2020, at 10:16 am
Rome/IBNS: Led by Secretary-General Zurab Pololikashvili, members of the UN World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) are on an official visit to Italy as the country joins hands with the global body to restart tourism in Europe in the post pandemic phase.
Travel between Australia, New Zealand to restart by September: Aussie minister
Jul 04, 2020, at 04:48 pm
Canberra/Xinhua: Australian tourism minister has revealed that international travel between Australia and New Zealand could resume as early as September.
Coronavirus: UK allows quarantine-free entry from some countries, India, US excluded
Jul 03, 2020, at 11:37 pm
London/IBNS: In a new travel advisory, the United Kingdom on Friday informed that passengers from 59 international destinations can enter the country without the need to quarantine themselves excluding the United States and India among others.
Air Canada cancels 30 domestic routes, shuts down 8 regional airports stations
Jul 01, 2020, at 11:20 pm
Montreal/IBNS: Air Canada is suspending 30 domestic regional routes indefinitely and closing eight stations at regional airports across Canada due to an unprecedented decline in demand for air travel as a result of COVID-19, media reports said.
Private Travelling: How It Is the Need of The Hour?
Jun 30, 2020, at 07:17 pm
The outbreak of Coronavirus pandemic set into motion several changes in our lives. Social distancing and lockdown altered our daily routines. While the lockdown is lifted, social distancing will continue to be the norm until a definite cure for the virus is discovered. As the illness gets contracted with coming in touch with infected people or surfaces, it is vital to take all safety precautions. While travelling, you must continue to follow distancing as a norm. The day to day travelling, involving going to the airport should not be made using public transport. There are car rental services providing airport drop Bangalore option with the self-driving alternative.
Turkey resumes tourism and international flights
Jun 27, 2020, at 09:40 pm
Ankara/IBNS: Tourism and international flights, which remained suspended in Turkey since Mar 2020 due to the Covid-19 pandemic, resumed on Jun 15.
European Union to bar travellers from US, Russia, Brazil
Jun 27, 2020, at 04:17 pm
Brussels/UNI: The European Union (EU) on Saturday announced that it will exclude travellers coming from the United States, Brazil and Russia when the bloc reopens its borders to outsiders on July 1, citing the uncontrolled transmission of the new coronavirus in the three countries.
India keeps all international passenger flights suspended till Jul 15
Jun 26, 2020, at 05:19 pm
New Delhi/IBNS: The Indian government on Friday extended the suspension of all international passenger flights till Jul 15 in a bid to curb the spread of the pandemic Covid-19.
Cabinet approves declaration of Kushinagar Airport in Uttar Pradesh as an International Airport
Jun 24, 2020, at 05:39 pm
New Delhi/IBNS: The Union Cabinet chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi has given its approval for declaration of Kushinagar Airport in Uttar Pradesh as an International Airport.
Etihad Airways partners with Medicus AI to launch Covid-19 risk assessment tool
Jun 22, 2020, at 09:16 pm
Abu Dhabi/IBNS: Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, is partnering with Austrian-based healthcare technology company Medicus AI to launch a Covid-19 risk-assessment tool that will empower guests to make informed decisions about travelling.
IndiGo repatriated 751 Indian Nationals from Qatar
Jun 20, 2020, at 10:34 pm
New Delhi/IBNS: Airline IndiGo has operated four special international charter flights from Qatar to repatriate 751 Indian citizens.
Sri Lanka Tourism opens for international tourists from Aug 1
Jun 17, 2020, at 05:28 pm
Colombo: Sri Lanka, the island of Paradise in the Indian Ocean, is ready to welcome global travelers from all countries starting from Aug 1, following the country's successful containment of COVID-19.
Jun 13, 2020, at 06:39 pm
New Delhi: In accordance with the latest directive released by India's Ministry of External Affairs and the Department of Civil Aviation, to bring back stranded Indians in the country, airline CapaJet has announced that it would be operating more special charter flights from New Zealand and Australia for Indians who are stuck or are willing to return home.
IndiGo repatriated 643 Indian citizens from Qatar and Maldives
Jun 12, 2020, at 08:55 pm
New Delhi/IBNS: In line with its commitment to support the nation and reunite the families amidst this pandemic, IndiGo operated four special international charter flights from Qatar and Maldives.
Star Air flight services to resume from June 13
Jun 11, 2020, at 04:27 pm
Kalaburagi, June 11 (UNI) The Star Air flight services between Kalaburagi and Mumbai will begin from June 13, said Kalaburagi Airport Director Mr Jnaneshwar on Thursday .
6 Reasons to Opt for Overseas Travel Insurance
Jun 10, 2020, at 01:05 pm
There is a lot of this beautiful world to explore. Foreign countries have everything that fascinates you to plan an overseas trip. But, these days, due to major coronavirus outbreak, overseas travel has put on a halt to curtail the spread of the virus. However, considering the repercussion of coronavirus on the global economy, now the authorities of different countries are planning to resume international travel. So, hopefully, with safety measures and guidelines, you can travel overseas for your different purposes soon. However, if the question strikes in your mind that after travel guidelines and safety precautions, you still need overseas travel insurance, then here is your answer?
Indonesia's Lion Air to resume domestic flights as economy gradually reopens
Jun 09, 2020, at 03:59 pm
Jakarta/Xinhua/UNI: Indonesia's Lion Air and its units of Batik Air and Wing Air have decided to restart flights for domestic routes on Wednesday as the country's economic activities have gradually been picked up, the airline said on Tuesday.
Hospitality in the time of a pandemic
Jun 09, 2020, at 12:25 pm
Amid the Covid-19 scare and continued lockdown, travel and tourism is the industry hardest hit across the globe. Young journalists from USA's University of Missouri and India Blooms News Service report on the crisis in the hospitality sector from two sides of the world
IndiGo operates flight chartered by NALSAR to transport 174 migrant workers
Jun 05, 2020, at 06:26 pm
New Delhi: In line with its commitment to support the country in the current scenario, IndiGo operated a charter flight today from Bengaluru to Raipur to transport stranded citizens.
Etihad Airways lands in Cuba for first time
Jun 05, 2020, at 06:12 pm
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates/IBNS: Etihad Airways has operated its first ever flight to Havana, Cuba.
Etihad Airways to offer special transfer flights connecting key cities
Jun 04, 2020, at 10:52 pm
Abu Dhabi/IBNS: Effective Jun 10, Etihad Airways will link 20 cities in Europe, Asia and Australia via Abu Dhabi.
Covid-19 Lockdown hits Tourism sector; Taj Mahal worst affected
Jun 03, 2020, at 03:59 pm
Agra/UNI: Two-month long lockdown seems to have hit the Tourism sector the most in the country and its revival looks distant.
World slowly starts travelling again: UN Tourism Organization
Jun 02, 2020, at 09:15 am
New York/IBNS: After months of lockdowns, countries are cautiously starting to ease travel restrictions put in place to stop the spread of COVID-19, according to research published Monday by the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO). Secretary-General Zurab Pololikashvili, stressed "the need for vigilance, responsibility and international cooperation as the world slowly opens up again."