Etihad Airways adds capacity as part of 10th anniversary of Australian services
Apr 26, 2017, at 08:31 pm
Abu Dhabi, Apr 26 (IBNS): As part of its 10th anniversary of flying to Sydney, its first Australian destination, Etihad Airways, on Wednesday announced that all 14 weekly flights on the popular Abu Dhabi – Sydney route will be operated with its flagship A380 aircraft, effective October 29.
Normandy in France aims to promote tourism big time
Apr 26, 2017, at 12:18 am
New Delhi, Apr 25 (NITN) The Cotentin Peninsula – also known as the Cherbourg Peninsula - in the Normandy region of France, will soon see its many tourism boards undergo a major restructuring in the next few months.
Apr 25, 2017, at 09:47 pm
Mumbai/Kolkata, Apr 25 (IBNS): Rambagh Palace was named among the top ten best heritage hotels in the world by UK publication Travel Weekly.
Indian Railways' initiatives to ease travel, especially in summer
Apr 18, 2017, at 09:24 pm
New Delhi, Apr 18 (IBNS): The Indian Railways has taken various initiatives for better passenger experience, especially during the summer months, the concerned ministry announced on Tuesday.
AirAsia India launches daily Kolkata-Ranchi and Ranchi-New Delhi flights
Apr 17, 2017, at 08:14 pm
Kolkata, April 17 (IBNS): Double daily flights on Kolkata-Ranchi and Ranchi-Delhi routes were launched on Monday by AirAsia India, a joint venture between Tata Sons Limited and AirAsia.
Lufthansa's Airbus A350-900XWB makes debut at Mumbai Airport
Apr 16, 2017, at 07:28 pm
Mumbai, Apr 16 (IBNS): The Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (CSIA) witnessed the fly-in of the Airbus A350-900 XWB by Europe's largest airline, Lufthansa German Airline.
Ras Al Khaimah Tourism of UAE woos more Indians in 2017
Apr 14, 2017, at 05:08 am
New Delhi, Apr 13 (Not in Town/IBNS): Ras Al Khaimah Tourism Development Authority (RAKTDA) of UAE, which develops the emirate’s tourism infrastructure and initiates its domestic and overseas promotions, has outlined its strategy for 2017 for the India market which witnessed a steady growth of visitors.
Cathay Pacific Airways, Cathay Dragon announce special offers for student travellers
Apr 12, 2017, at 10:59 pm
Mumbai, Apr 12 (IBNS): Cathay Pacific Airways and Cathay Dragon on Wednesday announced additional baggage allowance for students travelling from India to North America, China and Philippines.
WeAreHolidays ropes in Urrshila Kerkar as a new investor
Apr 11, 2017, at 09:41 pm
New Delhi, Apr 11 (IBNS): WeAreHolidays on Tuesday said it has brought in Urrshila Kerkar as a new investor into the company.
Emirates named 'Best Airline' in TripAdvisor Travelers' Choice Awards for Airlines 2017
Apr 11, 2017, at 12:56 am
Kolkata, Apr 10 (IBNS): Emirates has been recognised as the Best Airline in the World in the inaugural TripAdvisor Travelers’ Choice Awards for Airlines.
Vienna emerges as a city of international dialogue
Apr 05, 2017, at 11:35 pm
Bengaluru, Apr 4 (IBNS): Austrian capital Vienna has emerged as a city of international dialogue hosting 4084 congresses, conferences and corporate events in 2016. But India has had a small but growing role to play in this with the Vienna Convention Bureau reporting 14 corporate events originating from the land of the Taj Mahal.
VIA Rail Special 150 passes sold out amid high demand
Apr 01, 2017, at 04:38 am
Toronto, Mar 31 (IBNS) Via Rail, Canada's flagship railway corporation, issued 1867 unlimited travel passes to commemorate the 150th anniversary of Canadian confederation.
SOTC wins Best Travel and Hospitality Risk Management Award 2017
Mar 31, 2017, at 06:21 pm
Mumbai, Mar 31 (NITN): SOTC Travel has won the award for the Best Risk Management Practice in the Travel & Hospitality category in the 3rd edition of ‘ICICI Lombard-CNBC TV18 India Risk Management Awards 2017, an official release stated.
Trip 360º powered by Cox & Kings redefines Outdoor Adventure Tourism in India
Mar 29, 2017, at 08:53 pm
New Delhi, Mar 29 (IBNS): India’s adventure sports enthusiasts have a reason to rejoice! Fuelling the spirit of adrenaline junkies, Trip 360º, a one-stop-shop for all things adventure will revolutionize adventure travel in India.
Emirates announces A380 service to the French Riviera, adds Monaco transfers by helicopter
Mar 24, 2017, at 01:40 am
Kolkata, Mar 23 (IBNS): Emirates on Thursday announced the launch of a daily A380 service to Nice, gateway to the French Riviera and Provence.
TripAdvisor announces top destinations around the globe in 2017 Travelers' Choice Awards
Mar 23, 2017, at 01:32 am
Needham, Mar 22 (IBNS): TripAdvisor, the travel planning and booking site, on Wednesday announced the winners of its Travelers' Choice awards for destinations, recognizing travelers' favorite places around the world.
Jet Airways signs codeshare agreement with Jetstar Asia for flights through Singapore
Mar 21, 2017, at 01:09 am
Mumbai/Singapore, Mar 20 (IBNS): Jet Airways, India's premier international airline, and Jetstar Asia, Singapore-based low-fares carrier, on Monday announced a codeshare agreement for flights from Singapore.
Vienna voted the most livable city in the world for the eighth time
Mar 16, 2017, at 03:50 pm
Kolkata, Mar 16 (NITN/IBNS): What thrills millions of visitors to Vienna is confirmed for the eighth time by a renowned, international city comparison: Vienna is number one in every way.
Etihad Airways to launch A80 flights to Paris
Mar 16, 2017, at 05:14 am
Abu Dhabi, Mar 15 (IBNS): Etihad Airways is introducing A380 on the Abu Dhabi – Paris route this summer as part of seasonal adjustments to the airline's fleet deployment plan.
Jet Airways announces strategic tie-up with Uber
Mar 16, 2017, at 05:07 am
Kolkata, Mar 15 (IBNS): With a focus to enhance guest experience, Jet Airways, India's full-service, premier international airline, announced a strategic association with ride-hailing major Uber.
GVK MIAL bags top award at Skytrax World Airport Awards 2017.
Mar 15, 2017, at 11:57 pm
Mumbai, Mar 15, (NITN/IBNS): GVK Mumbai International Airport Pvt. Limited (MIAL), the company that administers the Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (CSIA), secured the top award for the ‘Best Airport Staff Service’ in India & Central Asia at the World Airport Awards organized by Skytrax, an official release stated.
Swedes carry the most powerful passport: Reports
Mar 12, 2017, at 11:08 pm
Kolkata, Mar 12 (Not in Town/IBNS): Imagine travelling to various countries without having to wait for a visa. While most nations would love to do so, Sweden takes the top spot for facilitating its citizens with the most hassle-free travel.
Jet Airways to facilitate summer travel with new direct flights
Mar 10, 2017, at 07:15 pm
Mumbai, Mar 10 (Not In Town): In a build-up to the forthcoming summer season, Jet Airways announced its plans to further strengthen its domestic network and provide travellers with greater choice to connect between Metro cities and Tier-II towns, an official release stated.
Etihad Airways continues sustainability drive across global airline fleet
Mar 08, 2017, at 02:17 am
Abu Dhabi, Mar 7 (IBNS): Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, has made improvements in the fuel efficiency of its fleet, resulting in substantial reductions in carbon dioxide emissions and reinforcing the sustainability credentials of the airline.
Emirates turn spotlight on women
Mar 07, 2017, at 01:06 am
Kolkata, Mar 6 (IBNS) Emirates is giving centre stage to its women employees on the upcoming occasion of International Women’s Day. Women make up close to 44% of the airline’s workforce and have been an integral part of the success story of Emirates over the last 31 years.
Emirates celebrates successful first year on A380 non-stop route
Mar 03, 2017, at 01:40 am
Kolkata, Mar 2 (IBNS): Upgrading the aircraft type to the double-decker A380 on its daily non-stop service connecting Dubai and Auckland was one of the key reasons for a successful first year on the route, the world's longest A380 flight, says Emirates.
NGT allows camping on beaches beyond 100 metre from Ganga in Uttarakhand
Mar 02, 2017, at 10:38 pm
New Delhi, Mar 2 (IBNS): The National Green Tribunal, on Thursday, lifted the ban on camping on the beaches along the River Ganga in Uttarkhand but has said they have to stay away beyond 100 metre from the river, according to media reports.
EGYPTAIR,Etihad Airways sign codeshare partnership
Mar 01, 2017, at 09:32 pm
New Delhi, Mar 1 (IBNS): Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates (UAE), and EGYPTAIR, the flag carrier of Egypt, have announced a new codeshare partnership to be introduced in phases from Mar 1.
Amarnath Yatra 2017 to begin on June 29, registrations open from Wednesday
Mar 01, 2017, at 09:09 pm
New Delhi, Mar 1 (IBNS): The Ministry of Home Affairs has issued a list of Do's and Don'ts for pilgrims and travellers undertaking the annual Amarnath Yatra in Jammu and Kashmir.
Thomas Cook India announces The Grand Indian Holiday Sale
Mar 01, 2017, at 07:09 pm
Mumbai, Mar 1 (NotinTown): In a strategic initiative to expand India’s travel market, Thomas Cook (India) Ltd. has conceptualized a unique annual property, “The Grand Indian Holiday Saleâ€, carefully timed to coincide with the peak booking window for summer vacations- India’s largest holiday season, an official release stated.