Kerala optimistic with tourist arrival from Australia
Sep 16, 2018, at 02:51 pm
Kochi, Sep 16 (IBNS/NITN): A chartered flight from Australia, the first this season, landed at the airport here on Saturday, reports said. Forty-six tourists came on the flight.
Marathon to revive quake-hit Lombok tourism in Indonesia
Sep 16, 2018, at 01:52 pm
Jakarta, Sep 16 (IBNS/NITN): A marathon will be held to revive tourism in the Lombok island of Indonesia, which experienced a series of earthquakes recently, Xinhua reported.
Famous temples to see in Rajasthan
Sep 14, 2018, at 01:35 pm
Rajasthan is mostly known for its royal history which dates back to as early as 7th century. The state is named as the princely state because many royal dynasties ruled over here and even today, a few of these royal families are still living in the state. The royal state does have a lot of monuments, forts, palaces, lakes which makes it evident that Rajasthan had a close relationship with many kings and queens. Though most of the tourists flock to Rajasthan to witness the historical establishments, one should also seek out to visit some of the famous temples spread across the state and are equally important in the history of Rajasthan.
Vanishing ice boost to polar bear tourism in Alaska
Sep 13, 2018, at 12:37 pm
Anchorage, Sep 13 (IBNS/NITN): A remote village in Alaska is seeing a boom in tourism because of the spurt in the number of polar bears in the area.
Sep 13, 2018, at 12:26 pm
Madrid, Sep 13 (IBNS/NITN): United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) called for wine tourism to be made part of national tourism and rural development policies at the 3rd UNWTO Wine Tourism Conference in Chisinau, Republic of Moldova, held during 6-7 September, 2018.
Norwegian Escape cruise ship lights up the stage with Broadway star power
Sep 11, 2018, at 01:36 pm
Mumbai Sept 11 (IBNS) Norwegian Cruise Line announced that three award-winning Broadway songstresses, Melinda Doolittle, Sharon Wilkins and Melba Moore, will be performing in the Tony Award®-winning musical, After Midnight, as well as their own Supper Club Cabaret Show, aboard Norwegian Escape.
Oman’s true natural wonder is ‘Al Hoota Caves’
Sep 11, 2018, at 01:05 pm
Estimated to be over 2 million years old, the Al Hoota Cave is one of Oman’s most popular natural tourist attractions.
Top 10 Most Beautiful Travel Hotspots in India
Sep 11, 2018, at 12:56 am
India is a place of great beauty. If you were to list every beautiful spot in the country it would take you many years of writing to do the subject justice.
5 plus 1 reasons to fall in Love with Greece
Sep 08, 2018, at 11:47 am
Greece is endowed with a long history and fascinating culture that holds plenty of myths and traditions. Choose to travel to the country not only for its incomparable islands but also for its fascinating mainland packed with lesser known destinations. This is definitely the land you will fall in love with at a glance; so let the country’s historical wealth and sunshine captivate you.
Emirates announces codeshare partnership with Jetstar Pacific
Sep 07, 2018, at 06:55 pm
Kolkata, Sept 7 (IBNS): Airlines majors Emirates and Jetstar Pacific have announced a new codeshare agreement, expanding the existing partnership between the Dubai-based carrier and Jetstar Group.
Post flood, Kerala campaigns to bring back tourists
Sep 05, 2018, at 04:33 pm
Kochi, Sep 4 (IBNS): The South Indian state of Kerala has started an intensive tourism promotion campaign ahead of the high season that begins in a few weeks, reports said.
From November, tourists to UAE can claim VAT refund
Sep 05, 2018, at 03:57 pm
Dubai, Sep 5 (IBNS/NITN): The UAE has announced that eligible tourists will be able to receive a proportion of the VAT as a refund when they shop at registered stores from later this year, the Khaleej Times reported.
Jorpokhri--where the wind sings among pines
Sep 04, 2018, at 01:20 pm
The blue-green hills of eastern Himalaya beckons us ever so often. In our quest to go far from the jaded monotone of city life last month we travelled to Jorpokhri, a pine-wrapped, mist-enveloped mountaintop in Darjeeling district of India's West Bengal state.
Nine stops you make on a road trip though The Yellowstone Loop
Sep 03, 2018, at 02:03 pm
A vast, scenic landscape provides the timeless backdrop for the western United States. Mountains rise against big blue skies, geysers and hot springs bubble up from the earth, and wildlife abounds.
Best Ski Destinations in the USA for this Winter
Sep 03, 2018, at 12:46 pm
From lakeside mountain ranges to perfect alpine powder, these vacation destinations in USA are perfect for snow-loving families and couples.
Israel to host Bollywood Forever concert in October
Aug 31, 2018, at 04:13 pm
Kolkata, Aug 31(IBNS): If you are one of those who love to follow the Bollywood stars, Israel's Ministry of Tourism has some exciting news for you.
Eastern India is now a focus on the map of Israel tourism promotion
Aug 31, 2018, at 01:11 pm
Kolkata: Aug 31 (IBNS) The East, including the North East, is gaining in importance for Israel tourism with an increasing volume of visitors from the region, said Hassan Madah, director, Israel ministry of tourism- India and Philippines, on a visit to Kolkata.
Australia: Top end attractions
Aug 27, 2018, at 12:12 pm
“There’s nothing like Australia” is a campaign slogan of Tourism Australia which perhaps can be best appreciated when exploring Northern Territory – a vast area occupying the continents top end, very different to other parts of the mainland in terms of geographical settings, culture, and climate. Sandip Hor writes after touring the region
Mid-year vacations and solo travel picking pace among Indian travellers: OYO
Aug 14, 2018, at 04:55 pm
New Delhi, Aug 14 (IBNS): With Independence Day just around the corner, travel enthusiasts are all set to explore India during this year’s break with their loved ones.
Emirates revamps its premium offering in First and Business Class
Aug 10, 2018, at 06:57 pm
Kolkata, Aug 10 (IBNS): Airlines major Emirates has refreshed its premium offering with new luxury products in First and Business Class for a more comfortable travel experience.
Aug 10, 2018, at 06:35 pm
Kolkata, Aug 10 (IBNS): Celebrating 260 years, Cox & Kings Ltd., the oldest and leading tour operator with operations in 22 countries across continents has observed a considerable demand from West Bengal travellers for Exotic Destinations this Durga Puja season that begins in October.
Aug 10, 2018, at 03:26 pm
The Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan is a country that is rich in culture and heritage. Over the years, Jordanians have diligently preserved what has been handed over to them through the centuries. The Kingdom has as many as 17 art exhibition spaces ranging from cultural centers, large private art institutions to privately owned exhibition halls.
Fall in love with the very best of autumn in Japan
Aug 10, 2018, at 01:37 pm
After bidding farewell to the Fireworks Festival of Japan, which concludes in the summers, the blue sky adopts a gentler hue welcoming the Autumn season.
Aug 03, 2018, at 05:15 pm
New Delhi / Vienna, Aug 3 (IBNS): Even as four eagles fitted with cameras have been circling over Vienna capturing breathtaking images of the Austrian capital, on the ground the city has hosted 7.2 million travellers in January-June 2018 – a 4.1 per cent increase in tourist arrivals over the same period last year.
Khairabera Eco Adventure Resort in West Bengal wins prestigious recognition from India Tourism
Aug 02, 2018, at 09:55 pm
Kolkata, Aug 2 (IBNS): Khairabera Eco Adventure Resorts, located in Purulia, West Bengal, and owned and operated by Priya Entertainments Pvt. Ltd, becomes India's second tented resort to be recognised by India Tourism, Government of India.
Dubai maintains sustained tourism volumes with record overnight visitors in first half of 2018
Aug 01, 2018, at 07:24 pm
Kolkata, Aug 1 (IBNS): Dubai welcomed a record 8.10 million international overnight tourists during the first six months of 2018, representing a consistent increase on the same period last year, officials said on Wednesday.
Jet Airways to commence services from Indore to Hyderabad an Chandigarh four times a week
Jul 31, 2018, at 07:17 pm
Chandigarh/Indore/Hyderabad, July 31 (IBNS): India's aviation major Jet Airways on Tuesday said it will be introducing new flights effective Aug 1, 2018, on the Indore – Chandigarh – Indore – Hyderabad and Bengaluru – Guwahati routes, thus connecting guests from emerging cities to our metropolises.
Etihad Airways to increase frequency to Canada
Jul 31, 2018, at 05:56 pm
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates (UAE), July 31 (IBNS): Effective from Oct 28, airlines major Etihad Airways on Tuesday said it will increase its flights from Abu Dhabi to Canada’s largest city, Toronto, from three to five weekly services.
8 ‘MUST TRY’ San Francisco food and drinks
Jul 28, 2018, at 12:58 pm
As the song goes, "If you're going to San Francisco, be sure to wear some flowers in your hair." We're going to amend that statement to say that you should also be sure to bring some stretchy pants. That's because San Francisco is a culinary mecca on par with some of the greatest cities in the world. From San Francisco sourdough to the original Mission burrito, the City by the Bay offers a bevy of famous eats that you can't experience anywhere else.
Etihad Airways to introduce Boeing 787 dreamliner to Moroccan capital Rabat
Jul 25, 2018, at 05:23 pm
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates (UAE), July 25 (IBNS): Effective 3 October 2018, airlines major Etihad Airways will introduce the Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner on its scheduled services from Abu Dhabi to Rabat, capital of the Kingdom of Morocco, replacing the Airbus A330-300 currently serving the route.