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Etihad Airways to start new service to Barcelona from Abu Dhabi

Jun 04, 2018, at 02:50 pm

Abu Dhabi, Jun 4 (IBNS): Motor racing enthusiasts will be able to avail Etihad Airways' new scheduled service connecting Barcelona (Spain) and Abu Dhabi (UAE), in time for the 2018 Formula 1 Etihad Airways Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, one of Middle East’s largest sporting event.

Vistara offers a two-day window for booking special fares

May 24, 2018, at 06:57 pm

New Delhi, May 24 (IBNS): If you have plans to travel in June, a discount offered by the Indian domestic airlines Vistara may just come in handy for you. But rush for the offer as it is for two days only starting Thursday.

Royal Sundaram launches overseas travel insurance policy

May 20, 2018, at 05:35 pm

Kolkata May 20 (IBNS): Royal Sundaram General Insurance Co. Limited has launched an overseas travel insurance policy–Travel Secure.

Jet Airways to connect Mumbai and Manchester with non-stop service from November 2018

May 18, 2018, at 05:49 pm

Mumbai, May 18 (IBNS): Indian airline company Jet Airways has announced on Friday that beginning Nov 5, 2018, it will launch its first non-stop service between Mumbai and Manchester, thus further strengthening its connect to the United Kingdom (UK).

On a tasty treasure hunt in Miami's beating heart

May 18, 2018, at 01:02 am

Ashley, a smart, lithe looking young woman, was right there with the sign "Miami Culinary Tours" when I reached Bolivar Restaurant on Washington Avenue, South Beach, in the historic Art Deco district of this south Florida gem.

Jet Airways to commence operations under 'Regional Connectivity Scheme'

May 15, 2018, at 12:52 am

Mumbai, May 14 (IBNS): Jet Airways, India’s full-service international carrier, on Monday announced the launch of operations under the ‘Ude Desh ka Aam Naagrik’ (UDAN) scheme.

Priya Entertainments Pvt Ltd announces special packages for boosting tourists at Khairabera Eco Adventure Resorts

May 10, 2018, at 11:54 pm

Kolkata, May 9 (IBNS): Priya Entertainments Pvt Ltd has announced several packages to attract tourists for the summer season at their Khairabera Eco Adventure Resorts.

All you ever wanted to know about Portugal

May 10, 2018, at 11:40 pm

Portugal has seven regions, which in itself indicates that there is a lot to visit and get to know, and below is all you ever wanted to know about Portugal… The country’s history and culture, gastronomy and wines, are among the main attractions, not to mention the beaches, surfing, music festivals, golf, the varied landscapes and, above all, the Portuguese people, who are seen as affable, open and sincere.

Jazeera Airways commences direct flight between Mumbai and Kuwait

May 10, 2018, at 02:32 am

Mumbai, May 9 (IBNS): Mumbai’s Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (CSIA) is set to welcome another international airline, Kuwait’s Jazeera Airways, which will commence operations between the Middle Eastern country and India’s financial capital, Mumbai from May 10, 2018.

5 Most Exotic Destinations for a Dream Wedding in India

May 09, 2018, at 02:23 am

Looking forward to making your wedding a dream affair? Start with finalising an exotic location. India is full of breathtakingly picturesque and romantic places to take a pick from. From sandy beaches to hill stations and from royal palaces to historic sites, you have much to choose from. Here are some of our top destination picks for making your special day an unforgettable one –

Emirates to launch a daily service to Edinburgh

May 09, 2018, at 01:18 am

Kolkata, May 8 (IBNS): Emirates, the largest international airline in the world, on Tuesday announced it will start a daily service between Scotland’s capital city, Edinburgh, and Dubai, from Oct 1, 2018.

Port Lincoln/South Australia: Beauty rich and rare

May 08, 2018, at 06:13 pm

“Our land abounds in nature’s gifts of beauty rich and rare”, is a line from Australian national anthem which once again aptly appeal to me when exploring Port Lincoln and its spectacular surrounds in South Australia. says Sandip Hor

Exotic Things to Do in Hawaii

May 05, 2018, at 03:13 am

Whenever you think of an adventurous holiday, Hawaii will be on the top of the list. From experiencing the stunning sunset at Lumahai Beach to having the exotic lunch Da Imu Hut Café in Eleele, Hawaii will surprise you in every turn. You can enjoy the best of Hawaii while you arrange the luxurious accommodation over there and the mansions in Hawaii are there only to make your vacation full of fun. Before knowing more about things to do in Hawaii, you should know a bit more about this volcanic island. Located in the Central Pacific, Hawaii is the archipelago of nineteen volcanic islands of which six are famous as major tourist destinations.

A Thirsty Dragon's Chicago Evening

Apr 28, 2018, at 04:45 pm

In Jack Kerouac's iconic book "On the Road", which kind of became a Bible for roadtrippers across the world for nearly seven decades now, main characters Sal Paradise and Dean Moriarty reach Chicago in a borrowed 1947 Cadillac and then frantically hop from bar to bar and club to club looking for sensational times.

Jet Airways and Aeromexico connect India and Mexico

Apr 24, 2018, at 04:28 am

Mumbai, Apr 23 (IBNS): Jet Airways, India’s premier international airline and AeroMexico, Mexico’s global airline, will enable codeshare sales effective on Monday for travel commencing May 1, 2018 between Delhi and Mumbai in India and Mexico City via the Heathrow Airport in London.

Priya Entertainments and Sikkim government collaborate to develop tea-tourism in Temi

Apr 23, 2018, at 11:08 pm

Kolkata, April 23 (IBNS): Good news for those who love a cozy holiday in the hills. Priya Entertainments Private Limited in association with Sikkim state government is developing the Temi tea garden area as a tea-tourism zone, including restoring an old-world bungalow on the estate.

Australia showcases tourism treasures in Adelaide

Apr 20, 2018, at 01:34 am

Adelaide, Apr 19 (IBNS): Australian Tourism Exchange (ATE) is the annual travel and tourism business-to-business event, which was held at the Convention Centre in Adelaide between Apr 15-19 to showcase the tourism experiences, that will drive future travel to Australia.

Lemon Tree Hotels opens its first hotel in West Bengal

Apr 18, 2018, at 08:40 pm

Siliguri, April 18 (IBNS): Lemon Tree Hotels, one of India’s popular hotel chains in the mid-priced hotel sector, on Wednesda,y announced the formal opening of its new hotel, Lemon Tree Hotel, Siliguri, marking its entry into West Bengal.

Jet Airways introduces special offers for travelling to destinations in Europe in winter

Apr 18, 2018, at 12:23 am

Mumbai, Apr 17 (IBNS): Aviation major Jet Airways on Tuesday said it is offering its guests substantial savings on bookings for travel to destinations in Europe, this winter season.

Spice Jet to introduce Delhi-Leh-Delhi flight starting May 1 this year

Apr 14, 2018, at 06:48 pm

New Delhi, Apr 14 (IBNS): Travelers planning to visit Ladakh in summer will be happy to note that travelling between Delhi and Leh will get a little more convenient with the addition of a new flight by Spice Jet.

This Kolkata cafe tickles your wanderlust buds

Apr 11, 2018, at 09:03 pm

Cafes are dime a dozen in every neighbourhood of Kolkata now, competing with the big brands like CCD or the newly opened Starbucks. But how about visiting several destinations of the world at one stop? With the launch of Travelistan cafe ahead of the Bengali new year in Golf Green, Kolkatans can now go places with their favourite cuppa.

PEPL offering special Poila Boisakh packages to tourists

Apr 04, 2018, at 11:34 pm

Kolkata, Apr 4 (IBNS): This Poila Boisakh ( Bengali New Year) PEPL is offering double bonanza for tourists and wanderlusts with special offers at KEARS ( Khairabera Eco Adventure Resorts, Purulia) and at Priya Villa, Shantiniketan with attractive discounts and complimentary breakfasts.

Jet Airways to celebrate King's Day in Amsterdam, announces new offers

Apr 04, 2018, at 04:56 pm

Mumbai, Apr 04 (IBNS): Jet Airways along with its codeshare partners, KLM Royal Dutch Airlines, announced new offers on its direct flights, facilitating passengers with substantial savings on bookings for travel to Amsterdam from Bengaluru, Delhi and Mumbai.

From media to hospitality: a journey to remember for Sajan

Apr 02, 2018, at 09:22 pm

It's amazing how life can take different turns at unexpected times. The unpredictability of it all and the will to chase one’s dreams, is what makes life so interesting and thrilling.

Uzbekistan Embassy in India launches online campaign “Visit Uzbekistan - 2018”

Mar 30, 2018, at 06:32 pm

New Delhi, Mar 30 (IBNS) With the aim of boosting tourist flow from India the Embassy of Uzbekistan in Delhi has started an online campaign “Visit Uzbekistan - 2018”.

Omni Hotel Chicago: Feel Magnificent on Magnificent Mile

Mar 23, 2018, at 02:56 pm

Even before I had checked into this magnificent property in the heart of the Magnificent Mile in Chicago, what attracted me to Omni Chicago Hotel was an image of a suite with a white vintage ornamented emblem of Chicago's signature architecture on a deep Yale blue wall right above a luxurious bed, neatly draped in white hypo-allergenic linens.

Changi Airport Singapore achieves 2018 World Airport Awards

Mar 22, 2018, at 11:19 pm

New Delhi, Mar 22 (IBNS): Changi Airport Singapore achieved great success at the 2018 World Airport Awards, being voted by air travellers as the World’s Best Airport for the sixth consecutive year.

It's service over money for Kerala hospitality service provider Sajan

Mar 14, 2018, at 10:54 am

The world has changed a considerable lot in the past few decades. Life has become fast-paced and there's hardly time for people to stop and think about themselves, let alone others. Above everything, money has taken centre-stage and well, everyone is involved in a rat race to have their pockets full, at the end of day.

Vistara launches ‘Airborne’ initiative to educate children and young flyers about air travel

Mar 13, 2018, at 01:32 am

New Delhi, Mar 12 (IBNS): Vistara, a full-service carrier, released ‘Airborne’ – a first-of-its kind comic book designed to educate and sensitize its ‘Young Stars’ or young travellers to the nuances of air travel. 

302,200 Indians visited Australia in 2017, says Australian Bureau of Statistics

Mar 12, 2018, at 11:10 pm

New Delhi,Mar 12 (IBNS): Visitor arrivals from India to Australia have crossed the 300,000 mark as recorded by the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) for the year ended December 2017, an increase of 15.4% over the previous year.