New global tourism initiative to 'steer industry onto a truly sustainable path' UN
Nov 07, 2014, at 08:39 pm
New York, Nov 7 (IBNS) Tourism is one of the largest and fastest-growing economic sectors in the world contributing 9 per cent to global GDP, accounting for one in 11 jobs worldwide and for 6 per cent of global exports, the United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) reported on Thursday as it launched a programme aiming to catalyze a shift to more sustainable tourism.
Honeymoon in quintessential Jordan!
Nov 04, 2014, at 08:42 pm
New Delhi, Nov 4 (Not in Town/IBNS) It is wedding time and the rich and well heeled Indians are shortlisting already for their honeymoon destinations. Begin your life’s journey with your spouse in beautiful Jordan that offers a mix of history, culture, sightseeing, superb food and wellness.
Taiwan Cycling Festival begins on Nov 8
Oct 22, 2014, at 10:23 pm
Taipei, Oct 22 (IBNS) It's the season of festivals in Taiwan! The Taiwan Cycling Festival is scheduled between Nov and 16 and the Taroko Gorge Marathon will be held on Dec 13 this year.
Tourism key for India's recovery and forex: Shripad Yesso Naik
Oct 13, 2014, at 11:35 pm
Kolkata, Oct 13 (IBNS) The Union Government regards tourism as a key sector which can contribute to India's recovery and valuable foreign exchange earnings.
Indian travellers' stay in Vienna grows 12.7%
Oct 07, 2014, at 07:36 pm
Mumbai, Oct 7 (IBNS) Vienna, celebrated as the most liveable and safest cities in the world, continues to attract Indian travellers in large number. The Austrian capital charmed nearly 25,000 Indian visitors with its cultural heritage, distinctive architecture and priceless collection of artworks in the year ending August 2014.
DTEA begins campaign to correct Indian image for foreign tourists
Oct 06, 2014, at 10:39 pm
New Delhi, Oct 6 (IBNS) To promote foreign tourism in India, which has gone down by as much as 40 percent in the last two years, DTEA (Delhi Tour Escorts Association -Regd.) has started a social campaign in the heart of the country, Delhi.
Anuja Kapur speaks to woo back foreign tourists in India
Oct 06, 2014, at 10:31 pm
New Delhi, Oct 6 (IBNS): To promote foreign tourism in India, which has gone down by as much as 40 percent in the last two years, DTEA (Delhi Tour Escorts Association (Regd.) has started a social campaign in the heart of the country, Delhi.
On World Day, UN spotlights tourism's role in promoting sustainable development
Sep 28, 2014, at 07:33 pm
New York, Sept 28 (IBNS) In harnessing the benefits of global tourism, the international community will take "critical" steps forward in advancing the United Nations' sustainable development goals and post-2015 development agenda, Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon said on Saturday.
Goa Tourism to organize World Tourism Day celebrations
Sep 27, 2014, at 04:23 am
Panjim, Sept 26 (IBNS): Goa Tourism is organizing celebrations for the World Tourism Day themed around Tourism and Community Development in various places across the state from Sept 27 to 29.
Look for the spooky tale and paranormal in Scotland
Sep 26, 2014, at 09:37 pm
Edinburgh, Sept 26 (Not in Town/IBNS) Scotland has long been known as a country of myths, legends and spooky stories: from the Loch Ness monster to notorious criminals Burke & Hare; to the 'ghosts' of soldiers at Culloden Battlefield, to reports of an unseen, lone bag piper heard playing at Edinburgh Castle. Not to mention other terrifying tales waiting to be told at locations across the land.
Bumper year for whisky tourism toasted at Ryder Cup
Sep 26, 2014, at 09:32 pm
Edinburgh, Sept 26 (Not in Town/IBNS) The growing importance of two of Scotland's biggest global icons whisky and golf to the country's tourism industry has been highlighted at The 2014 Ryder Cup.
Jet to introduce fifth daily Mumbai-Dubai service
Sep 19, 2014, at 10:43 pm
Mumbai, Sept 19 (IBNS): Jet Airways, India’s premier international airline, has enhanced its connectivity with the United Arab Emirates, through the introduction of a fifth daily service between the two financial hubs of Mumbai and Dubai.
Goa Tourism launches 'Clean Goa Beautiful Goa campaign'
Sep 18, 2014, at 04:12 am
Panjim, Sept 17 (IBNS): Goa with its scenic beauty and splendor beaches gets a facelift to its beaches across the State. Goa Tourism has taken up the task of cleaning the beaches through manual means to have clean and hygienic beaches which will help improve tourism potential in the State.
Jordan plays host to Indian television stars for shoot
Sep 13, 2014, at 06:39 am
New Delhi, Sept 12 (IBNS) Jordan Tourism Board in association with Marinating Films took the small screen stars of India to Jordan recently to shoot the glamorous Telly Calendar 2015! The stunning sites of Jordan including Dead Sea, Jerash, Automobile Museum, Citadel, Mount Nebo, Madaba, Ma’in Hot Springs, Aqaba, Wadi Rum and Petra were used as stunning backdrop for the photos that the stars posed for.
Finding Fanny associates with Goa Tourism
Sep 12, 2014, at 05:41 am
Mumbai, Sept 11 (IBNS) Goa Tourism is roped in as the destination partner for the English- Hindi satirical Bollywood movie Finding Fanny scheduled to be released soon.
Canada woos Indian tourists for winter fun
Sep 09, 2014, at 11:14 pm
New Delhi, Sept 9 (Not in Town/IBNS) See ribbons of green, red, blue and purple rippling across the sky, gathering momentum until the Northern Lights shimmer and loop over the entire horizon in surreal swathes of colour.
Experience the breathtaking Bakubung Bush Lodge on foot in South Africa
Sep 05, 2014, at 12:06 am
Johannesburg, Sept 4 (IBNS) Just a two-hour drive from the commercial capital of South Africa, Johannesburg and a 15-minute ride from Sun City, lies Bakabung a place of breath-taking beauty and serenity.
Tourism Ministry launches 'Incredible India' mobile app
Sep 03, 2014, at 11:24 pm
New Delhi, Sept 3 (IBNS): Union Tourism Secretary Parvez Dewan on Wednesday launched the 'Incredible India' mobile application that will assist international and domestic tourists to access information about Ministry of Tourism recognized tourism service providers namely approved Inbound Tour Operators, Adventure Tour Operators, Domestic Tour Operators, Tourist Transport Operators, Travel Agents, Regional Level Guides, Classified Hotels available in respective cities/Tourist centers.
Putting the best paw forward to head to Scotland
Aug 22, 2014, at 11:15 pm
Edinburgh, Aug 22 (IBNS) They have been in training for months to compete with the very best in their 'field'; with rigorous exercise and only the best treats…. And plenty of scratches behind the ears. Now the world's canine elite will come together for an action-packed four days in the World Sheepdog Trials, 3-6 September 2014, as the event is held in Scotland for the first time.
Aug 22, 2014, at 11:08 pm
New Delhi, Aug 22 (IBNS) Jordan touches every one of your senses from spicy aromas and culinary pleasures to an invigorating mud wrap, or the first glimpse of Petra's Treasury to the sound of desert silence.
Jordan Tourism Board hosts "Moments of Wellness" Evening in New Delhi
Aug 22, 2014, at 11:05 pm
New Delhi, Aug 22 (IBNS) It was an evening celebrating wellness, fashion and the beautiful, culturally rich country of Jordan! Held recently at the Third Eye - Eros Hotel, New Delhi, the "Moments of Wellness" event was hosted by the Jordan Tourism Board in association with Fashionomical India's First & Most Viewed Fashion and Lifestyle Magazine.
Dubai is the latest muse of Indian travellers
Aug 20, 2014, at 04:36 am
Kolkata, Aug 19 (IBNS) According to the latest Hotels.com Hotel Price Index (HPI), Bangkok, which ranked number 1 consecutively for 2 years for being the most preferred overseas destination by Indian travellers, loses out to Dubai in the first six months of 2014.
Goa all set for Bonderam festival on Aug 23!
Aug 19, 2014, at 02:34 am
Panaji, Aug 18 (IBNS) Goa is now geared up for the Bonderam festival, which is celebrated in the island of Divar, located 12 kms from Panjim city, on the fourth Saturday of August. This year the festival falls on August 23, 2014.
Aug 16, 2014, at 07:57 pm
Want that famous "been there done that" picture of reading a book while floating on your back in water? Well, Dead Sea in Jordan beckons tourists offering not just the FB cover photo, but also a healing touch to skin and lungs . Sujoy Dhar checks out the lowest point on earth
Goa Tourism hosts #GoaInstawalk 2.0
Aug 14, 2014, at 02:22 am
Panjim, Aug 13 (IBNS): Goa Tourism conducted the '#GoaInstawalk 2.0' in association with WelcomHeritage Hotels on Aug 9 and 10.
Gujarat Tourism to promote private tour operators, hotels
Aug 08, 2014, at 11:36 pm
Mumbai, Aug 8 (IBNS) There needs to be a political will and a burning desire to develop tourism in any region, and Gujarat, having recognised its potential has initiated a unique model of public private partnership to further strength tourism growth in the region and offer better facilities to the tourists.
Emirates touches down in Chicago, begins daily flight
Aug 07, 2014, at 10:18 pm
New Delhi, Aug 6 (IBNS) Emirates has commenced a daily nonstop passenger service to Chicago's O'Hare International Airport from Dubai.
Hilton Shillim introduces '20% off Weekend Stays'
Aug 06, 2014, at 10:35 pm
Mumbai, Aug 6 (IBNS) Hilton Shillim Estate Retreat & Spa near Mumbai and Pune has introduced a '20% Off Weekend Stays' Offer.
Goa Tourism to host GoaInstawalk 2.0
Jul 31, 2014, at 03:30 am
Panjim, July 30 (IBNS): Post the success of '#GoaInstawalk' that was held at the Goa Forest Department in Panjim on Nature Photography Day, Goa Tourism is all set to conduct the second version of Goa Instawalk in association with the Welcome Heritage Hotels on August 9-10.
Goa Tourism to cash in on wedding tourism market
Jul 29, 2014, at 03:43 am
Mumbai, July 28 (IBNS) Realizing the potential wedding tourism market , Goa Tourism has decided to host its first 'Goa Wedding Show' on Aug 16 and 17 at The Grand Ballroom in Delhi.