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Can Indians travel to Hong Kong now?</

May 13, 2021, at 05:38 pm

With travel restrictions constantly changing during the ongoing coronavirus pandemic, it can often be hard to decide if you can visit an international destination, including Hong Kong, as an Indian citizen. This complete guide aims to guide travelers through the current requirements to travel to Hong Kong SAR ((Special Administrative Region), including the need to complete a Hong Kong Pre-Arrival Registration for Indians (PAR).

IntrCity RailYatri and SBI General Insurance collaborates to provide domestic travel insurance to bus travelers

Dec 19, 2020, at 07:01 pm

Kolkata/IBNS: SBI General Insurance, a leading general insurance company in India, has partnered with IntrCity RailYatri, a multi-modal intercity mobility platform, to provide Domestic Travel Insurance to customers opting to travel or commute through IntrCity RailYatri.

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.

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?

Sarovar Hotels and Resorts implements touchless service and other protocols for post pandemic opening

Jun 01, 2020, at 12:27 pm

New Delhi/IBNS: As restrictions imposed to contain th COVID-19 pandemic are being gradually relaxed, the Indian hospitality industry is getting ready to implement hygiene protocols to ensure a safe environment for guests and staff.

Top Leisure Activities for Introverts

Apr 09, 2020, at 07:09 pm

Nowadays, introverts get a lot more publicity, as this type of personality isn’t only associated with being shy. In fact, there’s a silent power behind introverts that it is even more noticeable in our modern society. But, one of the main differences between them and more extroverted personality types, is they need some alone time to tend to their own needs and recharge. Maybe it looks like that they aren’t so outgoing as extroverts, but they also crave the same things as we all do. Hence, they need to have fun and relax like everyone else. Our article includes six great ideas for introverts that want to relax and have fun on their own.

Kerala sees spurt in domestic tourism numbers, holds pan-India campaign to showcase the state's attractions

Feb 02, 2020, at 01:43 pm

Kolkata/IBNS: Kerala Tourism, which saw a 16 per cent rise in domestic tourist numbers in the first three quarters of 2019 is holding a pan India campaign.

Planning 'Dilli' Darshan? Rent a Car to Witness the Best in the City

Jan 22, 2020, at 12:23 am

Are you exhausted of slogging at the officeor bored with your routine? If you are looking for a fun-filled break with your family and friends, thenworry not. Whether you are a Delhiite or visiting the city from another town, the capital of India can offer you wholesome travel experience. From historical places such as forts and tombs, spiritual sites like mosques and gurudwaras to exciting places like Delhi Haat and Connaught place, there’s something for everyone.

3 Ways to Fund your Long Pending Dream International Trip

Aug 30, 2019, at 12:49 pm

You work hard so that you can enjoy all the good things in life. However, still, limitations like that of time and money often prevent you from realising your personal goals. But life is short and therefore, you shouldn’t postpone such kind of happiness for long. Take time by the forelock, and fight against all limitations to enjoy all the things that your heart yearns for.

Over 503,000 Indian nationals received visitor visas for year ending on June 2019: British govt

Aug 23, 2019, at 07:41 pm

London, Aug 23 (IBNS): Over half-a-million Indians visited the UK within a 12-month period, according to the latest quarterly report on Migration Statistics published by the UK’s Office for National Statistics.

Holiday planners and tourists flock to the 30th edition of TTF Kolkata

Jul 16, 2019, at 05:04 pm

Kolkata, July 16 (IBNS): The Travel and Tourism Fair, popularly known as TTF, returned to the city of its origin, Kolkata, with the three-day annual edition.

Madhya Pradesh Tourism targets increase in tourist arrivals in the upcoming tourist season

Jul 01, 2019, at 06:15 pm

Kolkata, July 1 (IBNS): Madhya Pradesh Tourism aims to increase the number of travellers visiting the state in the monsoon season, and is participating in a number of travel fairs to disseminate latest information about the state.

What Factors to consider when comparing Travel Insurances

Jun 18, 2019, at 09:30 pm

Selecting the correct travel insurance plan for you and your family is as important as selecting which doctor to go to for medical treatment. It affects things in the larger scheme of things and is not a decision that should be made in haste. It protects you from unforeseen events and ensures that you travel stress free and make the most of your experience while visiting a place. However, how do you select the plan that is best for you? There are a lot of international travel insurance plans available which one can read through, analyze, compare and make a decision on your own. To do this, you must know the factors that you must consider while comparing different plans.

Chardham Yatra: Kedarnath opens doors to public

May 09, 2019, at 12:34 pm

Kedarnath, May 9 (UNI): The holy portals of the Kedarnath temple in Uttarakhand&#39;s Rudraprayag district were thrown open for the public on Thursday.

Transformational Travel Council Brings 80 Partners Together for an Enlightened Action-tank

May 01, 2019, at 11:17 am

Seattle: The Transformational Travel Council (TTC), which was formed in 2016 to inspire, empower, and support people in using travel as a catalyst for creating deeper connections with self and nature, is welcoming 80 aligned organizations from around the world as Partners. This pioneering group includes inns, lodges, travel companies, social enterprises, destinations, life coaches, wellness retreats, social travel enterprises and others purposeful organisations.

Bengal Chamber and West Bengal Tourism collaborate to create awareness about weekend travel

Nov 18, 2018, at 10:37 pm

Kolkata, Nov 18 (IBNS): The &#39;Weekend Wonders&#39; fair recently organised in Kolkata by West Bengal Tourism and the Bengal Chamber of Commerce & Industries focused on an important segment of travel - weekend trips.

World Tourism Day: harnessing new technologies to transform travel

Sep 28, 2018, at 07:57 am

New York, Sept 28 (IBNS): The United Nations is marking this year’s World Tourism Day by exploring how technological advances such as big data, artificial intelligence and digital platforms can contribute to the way people travel and foster innovation in the tourism industry.

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.

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.

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).

Glampacker Vs Backpacker

Aug 25, 2017, at 07:06 pm

3 Wild Camping Locations in Nainital

May 23, 2017, at 03:59 am

Camping is generally not for the idle, loner types like me, that is for sure. However, gladly for mother earth, most of the people love adventures and thus, camping is nice enough idea for them, especially when it is in the pleasant weather and breathtaking surroundings of Nainital. If you are among these active, fun-loving, on the go, happy go lucky (and similar phrases) people, you will love camping. Jokes apart, camping allows us to connect to the mother nature like nothing else.

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 Sale”, carefully timed to coincide with the peak booking window for summer vacations- India’s largest holiday season, an official release stated.

Cox and Kings bags twin honours for excellence in outbound tour operations

Feb 17, 2017, at 11:59 pm

Mumbai, Feb 17 (NotinTown): Cox & Kings Ltd, one of the leading holidays and education travel group, picked up two top industry accolades.

New travel restrictions to enter Canada in effect from October

Sep 23, 2016, at 04:05 am

Toronto, Sept 22 (IBNS): According to a statement released by the immigration ministry of Canada, visa exempt foreign nationals, including Europeans, who fly or transit through the country will soon need to obtain an electronic travel authorization (eTA).

‘SharodShubheccha’ from Thomas Cook India

Jul 05, 2016, at 09:28 pm

New Delhi, July 5 (IBNS) Thomas Cook (India) Ltd, India’s leading integrated travel and travel related financial services company, on Tuesday announced the launch of exclusive international packages - ‘SharodShubheccha’ for avid Bengali travelers this Durga Puja 2016.