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Edition No: 394 - 7th December, 2022
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Five reasons why vacations and travel are essential for good mental health
Travelling is considered the best medicine to please the mind, body and soul. Whenever we get bored sitting at home or are feeling stressed, everyone's advice is to take a walk outside for 5 minutes or go for a walk somewhere, the mind will become lighter. Apart from this, travelling or hanging out gives you confidence, you get to know people, you get to know about the culture of that place and yes, travelling has a good effect on your health.
DNA India
Travelling is considered the best medicine to please the mind, body and soul. Whenever we get bored sitting at home or are feeling stressed, everyone's advice is to take a walk outside for 5 minutes or go for a walk somewhere, the mind will become lighter. Apart from this, travelling or hanging out gives you confidence, you get to know people, you get to know about the culture of that place and yes, travelling has a good effect on your health.
DNA India
India to resume e-Visa facility for UK nationals
For the first time since the COVID outbreak in March 2020, India is all set to resume the e-Visa facility for UK citizens travelling to India, the High Commissioner of India to the UK, Vikram K Doraiswami announced in a video message. Doraiswami said that the service will be made available to the citizens forthwith and the dates will be announced shortly. He further added that the resumption of the facility will enable friends from the UK to travel far more easily to India.
Travel Trade Journal
For the first time since the COVID outbreak in March 2020, India is all set to resume the e-Visa facility for UK citizens travelling to India, the High Commissioner of India to the UK, Vikram K Doraiswami announced in a video message. Doraiswami said that the service will be made available to the citizens forthwith and the dates will be announced shortly. He further added that the resumption of the facility will enable friends from the UK to travel far more easily to India.
Travel Trade Journal
Akasa Air announces Lucknow as the eleventh destination on its network
Akasa Air is also enhancing connectivity between Bengaluru and Kochi by adding a third daily frequency on the route starting December 29, 2022. With this development, the airline will operate 26 daily flight departures from Bengaluru.
Business Today
Akasa Air is also enhancing connectivity between Bengaluru and Kochi by adding a third daily frequency on the route starting December 29, 2022. With this development, the airline will operate 26 daily flight departures from Bengaluru.
Business Today
ETAA partners with Global Destinations for an elaborate Vietnam Destination Session for members
As part of its endeavor to encourage and abreast members on the latest travel developments and new destination opportunities, The Enterprising Travel Agents’ Association (ETAA) organised a Destination Training Session on Vietnam in partnership with Global Destinations – an eminent representation firm, representing Threeland Travel Vietnam. It was well attended by the members across Mumbai.
Travel Trade Journal
As part of its endeavor to encourage and abreast members on the latest travel developments and new destination opportunities, The Enterprising Travel Agents’ Association (ETAA) organised a Destination Training Session on Vietnam in partnership with Global Destinations – an eminent representation firm, representing Threeland Travel Vietnam. It was well attended by the members across Mumbai.
Travel Trade Journal
Sri Lanka To Resume Flights from Jaffna To India Next Week: Aviation Minister
Sri Lanka will resume flights from the northern Jaffna peninsula to Chennai by next week, a senior minister has said, a move that will help the cash-strapped country's tourism sector and provide a fillip to its beleaguered economy. The tourism sector is the main source of foreign exchange earnings for Sri Lanka.
Outlook
Sri Lanka will resume flights from the northern Jaffna peninsula to Chennai by next week, a senior minister has said, a move that will help the cash-strapped country's tourism sector and provide a fillip to its beleaguered economy. The tourism sector is the main source of foreign exchange earnings for Sri Lanka.
Outlook
Airtel 'World Pass': How can a single pass enable users to travel across 180+ countries, easily?
Airtel has launched a 'World Pass' traveller data roaming pack for Indian customers who avidly travel. the World Pass will enable the user to travel seamlessly across 180+ countries. The 'Airtel World Pass' data pack is available at a starting price of Rs 649 for a day validity with unlimited data (500MB high speed) with 100-minute calling (local/India) for both postpaid and prepaid options and goes up to Rs 14,999 with unlimited data (15GB high speed) and 3,000 minute calling with 365-day validity (postpaid).
India TV News
Airtel has launched a 'World Pass' traveller data roaming pack for Indian customers who avidly travel. the World Pass will enable the user to travel seamlessly across 180+ countries. The 'Airtel World Pass' data pack is available at a starting price of Rs 649 for a day validity with unlimited data (500MB high speed) with 100-minute calling (local/India) for both postpaid and prepaid options and goes up to Rs 14,999 with unlimited data (15GB high speed) and 3,000 minute calling with 365-day validity (postpaid).
India TV News
Global airline industry to post $6.9 billion loss in 2022: IATA
The global airline industry is projected to report a lower loss at USD 6.9 billion in 2022, mainly due to stronger passenger yields and cost control by carriers amid rising fuel prices, according to industry body IATA. In June, the International Air Transport Association (IATA) projected the industry loss at USD 9.7 billion. In October 2021, it forecast a loss of USD 11.6 billion for this year.
Moneycontrol
The global airline industry is projected to report a lower loss at USD 6.9 billion in 2022, mainly due to stronger passenger yields and cost control by carriers amid rising fuel prices, according to industry body IATA. In June, the International Air Transport Association (IATA) projected the industry loss at USD 9.7 billion. In October 2021, it forecast a loss of USD 11.6 billion for this year.
Moneycontrol
India-German new mobility plan: 3,000 work visa annually, students to get extended residency permit
The India-German Comprehensive Migration and Mobility Partnership agreement that was inked on Monday is aimed at fostering the exchange of skills and talents between the two countries. As part of the agreement, 18 months extended residence permits will be given to students, 3,000 job seeker visas will be granted annually, short stay multiple entry visas will be liberalised and readmission procedures will be streamlined.
Live Mint
The India-German Comprehensive Migration and Mobility Partnership agreement that was inked on Monday is aimed at fostering the exchange of skills and talents between the two countries. As part of the agreement, 18 months extended residence permits will be given to students, 3,000 job seeker visas will be granted annually, short stay multiple entry visas will be liberalised and readmission procedures will be streamlined.
Live Mint
SanKash Plans To Hire Over 500 Workforces In India, In The Next 6 Months
SanKash, the fastest-growing travel fintech offering financial services to the travel market, today announced its plans to hire 500 professionals in India, over the next six months. All these hirings will be to fuel SanKash’s sales and operations feet on the street capability to cater to its existing travel merchant base of 6000 spread across 250+ cities and increase its ground presence at 150,000 travel Points of sale which dominate the Indian travel market.
India Education Diary
SanKash, the fastest-growing travel fintech offering financial services to the travel market, today announced its plans to hire 500 professionals in India, over the next six months. All these hirings will be to fuel SanKash’s sales and operations feet on the street capability to cater to its existing travel merchant base of 6000 spread across 250+ cities and increase its ground presence at 150,000 travel Points of sale which dominate the Indian travel market.
India Education Diary
UNESCO includes Azerbaijan’s intangible elements to the World Heritage List
Four intangible cultural elements of Azerbaijan were added to UNESCO’s World Heritage List during the 17th session of UNESCO’s Intergovernmental Committee for the Safeguarding of the Intangible Cultural Heritage in Rabat, Kingdom of Morocco. UNESCO works to preserve the traditions, practices and skills of the world nations in order to pass the legacy to future generations.
Travel Trade Journal
Four intangible cultural elements of Azerbaijan were added to UNESCO’s World Heritage List during the 17th session of UNESCO’s Intergovernmental Committee for the Safeguarding of the Intangible Cultural Heritage in Rabat, Kingdom of Morocco. UNESCO works to preserve the traditions, practices and skills of the world nations in order to pass the legacy to future generations.
Travel Trade Journal
DPDC ‘no’ to bamboo as building material at eco-tourism projects
Bamboo is the ‘Green Gold’ of the 21st century but the district administration thinks otherwise, and hence, the district planning and development council (DPDC) disapproves the use of bamboo as a construction material in eco-tourism projects. However, talking to TOI, district collector Dr Vipin Itankar denied the charge and said, “There is no such issue.” The district collector is the member-secretary of the DPDC.
Times of India
Bamboo is the ‘Green Gold’ of the 21st century but the district administration thinks otherwise, and hence, the district planning and development council (DPDC) disapproves the use of bamboo as a construction material in eco-tourism projects. However, talking to TOI, district collector Dr Vipin Itankar denied the charge and said, “There is no such issue.” The district collector is the member-secretary of the DPDC.
Times of India
Few Chinese keen to travel abroad, even if COVID-19 curbs ease: Report
More than half of Chinese say they will put off travel abroad, for periods from several months to more than a year, even if borders re-opened tomorrow, a study showed on Tuesday, a sign that consumer recovery from COVID-19 measures will take time. Mainland China retains some of the world’s most stringent measures on PCR testing and quarantine for international travelers, despite some domestic easing of curbs after last month’s unprecedented COVID protests.
English Alarabiya
More than half of Chinese say they will put off travel abroad, for periods from several months to more than a year, even if borders re-opened tomorrow, a study showed on Tuesday, a sign that consumer recovery from COVID-19 measures will take time. Mainland China retains some of the world’s most stringent measures on PCR testing and quarantine for international travelers, despite some domestic easing of curbs after last month’s unprecedented COVID protests.
English Alarabiya
World’s Newest Cruise Ship Arrives In New York City
The world’s newest cruise ship lit up the pre-dawn sky this morning when MSC Cruises’ new U.S. flagship—MSC Seascape—sailed past the Statue of Liberty and up the Hudson River to dock at Pier 88 at the Manhattan Cruise Terminal. MSC Seascape is one of the largest cruise ships ever to dock in Manhattan, at more than 170,000 gross tons with a capacity of 5,877 guests. She is also one of the more environmentally advanced cruise ships at sea, featuring a wide range of latest generation environmental technologies and solutions.
Breaking Travel News
The world’s newest cruise ship lit up the pre-dawn sky this morning when MSC Cruises’ new U.S. flagship—MSC Seascape—sailed past the Statue of Liberty and up the Hudson River to dock at Pier 88 at the Manhattan Cruise Terminal. MSC Seascape is one of the largest cruise ships ever to dock in Manhattan, at more than 170,000 gross tons with a capacity of 5,877 guests. She is also one of the more environmentally advanced cruise ships at sea, featuring a wide range of latest generation environmental technologies and solutions.
Breaking Travel News
New Zealand hopes high on the India market
Tourism New Zealand is looking to attract high value travellers from India who are seeking unique experiences with a strong connection to people, culture and nature. Indian arrivals to New Zealand doubled with almost a 15% CAGR in the last 5 years.
Travel Trends Today
Tourism New Zealand is looking to attract high value travellers from India who are seeking unique experiences with a strong connection to people, culture and nature. Indian arrivals to New Zealand doubled with almost a 15% CAGR in the last 5 years.
Travel Trends Today
Ananta Hotels & Resorts in collaboration with BurdaLuxury announce first edition of the Soul Festival
Ananta Hotels & Resorts, India's luxury hospitality brand, today announced a new collaboration with BurdaLuxury, Asia's leading media company, and experiential marketing firm, The Envelop, to create the first-ever edition of the 'Soul Festival', an exclusive, by invite only event to be held at The Ananta, Udaipur from 3rd-5th March 2023.
ANI News
Ananta Hotels & Resorts, India's luxury hospitality brand, today announced a new collaboration with BurdaLuxury, Asia's leading media company, and experiential marketing firm, The Envelop, to create the first-ever edition of the 'Soul Festival', an exclusive, by invite only event to be held at The Ananta, Udaipur from 3rd-5th March 2023.
ANI News
Oyo: From redefining Indian hotel industry to fresh restructuring
Hospitality and travel tech startup Oyo, which on Saturday laid off 600 of its 3,700-strong workforce as part of a restructuring, has otherwise made a tremendous impact on the Indian hotel industry. According to the Federation of Hotel and Restaurant Associations of India’s (FHRAI) estimate, it generated total revenue of $22 billion pre-Covid. It is perhaps one of the few unicorns that solved an actual pain point in the consumer internet domain — helping travellers find budget and premium hotel accommodation via the internet.
Financial Express
Hospitality and travel tech startup Oyo, which on Saturday laid off 600 of its 3,700-strong workforce as part of a restructuring, has otherwise made a tremendous impact on the Indian hotel industry. According to the Federation of Hotel and Restaurant Associations of India’s (FHRAI) estimate, it generated total revenue of $22 billion pre-Covid. It is perhaps one of the few unicorns that solved an actual pain point in the consumer internet domain — helping travellers find budget and premium hotel accommodation via the internet.
Financial Express
The Leela Palaces, Hotels And Resorts Launches ‘the Leela Palace Trail’
The Leela Palaces, Hotels and Resorts announced the launch of ‘The Leela Palace Trail’ - a thoughtfully curated itinerary that is a majestic celebration of India’s palatial grandeur defined by its rich cultural heritage, immersive rituals and bespoke signature programing with the true graciousness of Indian hospitality.
Breaking Travel News
The Leela Palaces, Hotels and Resorts announced the launch of ‘The Leela Palace Trail’ - a thoughtfully curated itinerary that is a majestic celebration of India’s palatial grandeur defined by its rich cultural heritage, immersive rituals and bespoke signature programing with the true graciousness of Indian hospitality.
Breaking Travel News
Hyatt to expand independent Collection brands in key global destinations through 2025
Hyatt announces continued global growth of its Independent Collection brands, including recent openings and a strong development pipeline through 2025 across The Unbound Collection by Hyatt,
Business Traveller
Hyatt announces continued global growth of its Independent Collection brands, including recent openings and a strong development pipeline through 2025 across The Unbound Collection by Hyatt,
Business Traveller
Radisson Collection Brand continues rapid expansion of iconic hotel properties
Radisson Hotel Group has had a stellar year of openings and looks forward to more compelling new additions to its already impressive collection of properties comprising the Radisson Collection brand. Launched in 2018 as a new luxury lifestyle collection of hotels for experience-driven travellers, Radisson Collection’s rapid growth marks the notable momentum of Radisson Hotel Group’s foray into luxury.
BW Hotelier
Radisson Hotel Group has had a stellar year of openings and looks forward to more compelling new additions to its already impressive collection of properties comprising the Radisson Collection brand. Launched in 2018 as a new luxury lifestyle collection of hotels for experience-driven travellers, Radisson Collection’s rapid growth marks the notable momentum of Radisson Hotel Group’s foray into luxury.
BW Hotelier
Ananta Hotels & Resorts in collaboration with BurdaLuxury announce first edition of the Soul Festival
Udaipur (Rajasthan) [India], December 6 (ANI/BusinessWire India): Ananta Hotels & Resorts, India’s luxury hospitality brand, today announced a new collaboration with BurdaLuxury, Asia’s leading media company, and experiential marketing firm.
The Print
Udaipur (Rajasthan) [India], December 6 (ANI/BusinessWire India): Ananta Hotels & Resorts, India’s luxury hospitality brand, today announced a new collaboration with BurdaLuxury, Asia’s leading media company, and experiential marketing firm.
The Print
Active GCC Hotel Development Pipeline Now Equal to 40% of Existing Room Supply, Compared with 11% Globally
According to new research commissioned by Arabian Travel Market (ATM), and conducted at the end of September 2022 by hotel market intelligence and global benchmarking company STR, the GCC region now has over 170,000 hotel rooms under active development (planning, final planning & under construction).
Tourism Quest
According to new research commissioned by Arabian Travel Market (ATM), and conducted at the end of September 2022 by hotel market intelligence and global benchmarking company STR, the GCC region now has over 170,000 hotel rooms under active development (planning, final planning & under construction).
Tourism Quest
FHRAI requests FM for infra status, enhancement of loan repayment period under ECLGS
Delegates of FHRAI attended a pre-budget meeting chaired by the FM where it put forth requests with special emphasis on granting infrastructure status to the hospitality industry.
Tourism Breaking News
Delegates of FHRAI attended a pre-budget meeting chaired by the FM where it put forth requests with special emphasis on granting infrastructure status to the hospitality industry.
Tourism Breaking News
Delta Hotels By Marriott opens 100th property in DIP
Marriott International said that Delta Hotels by Marriott, part of Marriott Bonvoy’s extraordinary portfolio of 30 hotel brands, has opened its 100th property – Delta Hotels by Marriott, Dubai Investment Park (DIP). Delta Hotels by Marriott –– now offers two properties in Dubai and three overall in the Middle East.
Trade Arabia
Marriott International said that Delta Hotels by Marriott, part of Marriott Bonvoy’s extraordinary portfolio of 30 hotel brands, has opened its 100th property – Delta Hotels by Marriott, Dubai Investment Park (DIP). Delta Hotels by Marriott –– now offers two properties in Dubai and three overall in the Middle East.
Trade Arabia
Hilton partners with Saudi TDF; signs multiple hotel deals
Hilton, a global hospitality company, has announced a strategic partnership with the Saudi Tourism Development Fund (TDF) – as well as agreements with several public and private developers for new hotels in destinations across Saudi Arabia. In the coming years, Hilton expects to grow its portfolio to more than 75 hotels in the Kingdom across multiple award-winning brands.
Trade Arabia
Hilton, a global hospitality company, has announced a strategic partnership with the Saudi Tourism Development Fund (TDF) – as well as agreements with several public and private developers for new hotels in destinations across Saudi Arabia. In the coming years, Hilton expects to grow its portfolio to more than 75 hotels in the Kingdom across multiple award-winning brands.
Trade Arabia
Bharatmala project: Hyderabad’s RRR set for expansion
The Centre has decided to take up the northern portion of the proposed 350km-long Hyderabad regional ring road (HRRR) project along Sangareddy-Narsapur-Tupran-Gajwel-Yadagirigutta- Choutuppal section of NH-161 under phase-1 of the Bharatmala Pariyojana.
Times of India
The Centre has decided to take up the northern portion of the proposed 350km-long Hyderabad regional ring road (HRRR) project along Sangareddy-Narsapur-Tupran-Gajwel-Yadagirigutta- Choutuppal section of NH-161 under phase-1 of the Bharatmala Pariyojana.
Times of India
Nashik airport allowed to handle immigration facilities
The Union ministry of home affairs (MHA) has given its approval to Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd (HAL), a defence PSU, to handle immigration facilities at the Nashik airport. Confirming the development, HAL sources told TOI that the MHA nod would enable the airport to handle international flights in future. Nashik airport is located around 20 km from the city in the Ozar area. At present, a low-cost airline is operating Nashik-Delhi and Nasik-Hyderabad return flights on all weekdays.
Times of India
The Union ministry of home affairs (MHA) has given its approval to Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd (HAL), a defence PSU, to handle immigration facilities at the Nashik airport. Confirming the development, HAL sources told TOI that the MHA nod would enable the airport to handle international flights in future. Nashik airport is located around 20 km from the city in the Ozar area. At present, a low-cost airline is operating Nashik-Delhi and Nasik-Hyderabad return flights on all weekdays.
Times of India
Goa: MGP To Back Central Government Over Naming Of Mopa Airport
The Maharashtrawadi Gomantak Party (MGP) on Tuesday said it would back the decision of the Central government on naming of the new airport at Mopa in North Goa. Chief Minister Pramod Sawant had on Monday announced that Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate the first phase of the international airport at Mopa on December 11. The airport, being built at a cost of Rs 2,870 crore, will be the second facility in the state in addition to the existing airport at Dabolim.
Outlook
The Maharashtrawadi Gomantak Party (MGP) on Tuesday said it would back the decision of the Central government on naming of the new airport at Mopa in North Goa. Chief Minister Pramod Sawant had on Monday announced that Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate the first phase of the international airport at Mopa on December 11. The airport, being built at a cost of Rs 2,870 crore, will be the second facility in the state in addition to the existing airport at Dabolim.
Outlook
Ex-servicemen to ensure tourist safety in Odisha
The government has decided to employ ex-servicemen to manage security at major tourist destinations in Odisha. Though tourist police cells have been functioning at some places, the move to deploy retired personnel from the army and paramilitary is aimed at reinforcing the safety of tourists.
Times of India
The government has decided to employ ex-servicemen to manage security at major tourist destinations in Odisha. Though tourist police cells have been functioning at some places, the move to deploy retired personnel from the army and paramilitary is aimed at reinforcing the safety of tourists.
Times of India
Air India Bans Gray Hair On Its Cabin Crew
Some airlines are relaxing their restriction on cabin crew looks. However, for Air India, this move is going in the opposite direction. The company has recently issued sweeping new style regulations for its cabin staff. The Indian airline is banning everything from gray hair on flight attendants to pearls for their female counterparts as new owners seek to reinvent the former state carrier. As Bloomberg News reported, female cabin crew members will only be permitted to wear gold or diamond round-shaped earrings without design or ornamentation; pearl earrings won’t be allowed.
Travel Noire
Some airlines are relaxing their restriction on cabin crew looks. However, for Air India, this move is going in the opposite direction. The company has recently issued sweeping new style regulations for its cabin staff. The Indian airline is banning everything from gray hair on flight attendants to pearls for their female counterparts as new owners seek to reinvent the former state carrier. As Bloomberg News reported, female cabin crew members will only be permitted to wear gold or diamond round-shaped earrings without design or ornamentation; pearl earrings won’t be allowed.
Travel Noire
AirAsia India launches Season Sale
AirAsia India announced the launch of its Season sale with fares starting at INR 1,497 (approx. USD 18.39), for routes like Bengaluru-Kochi, in addition to similar discounted sale fares across its network. The offer is applicable on bookings till 6th December 2022 for travel between 10th January and 13th April 2023.
Travel Daily Media
AirAsia India announced the launch of its Season sale with fares starting at INR 1,497 (approx. USD 18.39), for routes like Bengaluru-Kochi, in addition to similar discounted sale fares across its network. The offer is applicable on bookings till 6th December 2022 for travel between 10th January and 13th April 2023.
Travel Daily Media
Blue Cross Launches Mega Sale 79% off on Travel Smart Single Trip Cover
With the gradual lifting and eventually removal of entry restrictions across many countries and regions around the world, people's desire for travel is on the rise. In view of this, Blue Cross (Asia Pacific) Insurance Limited ("Blue Cross") today announces the launch of Mega Sale from 12 December to 16 December 2022 (the "Period"), during which customers who successfully obtain the promo code can enjoy 79% off on Travel Smart Single-trip Cover.
Malay Mail
With the gradual lifting and eventually removal of entry restrictions across many countries and regions around the world, people's desire for travel is on the rise. In view of this, Blue Cross (Asia Pacific) Insurance Limited ("Blue Cross") today announces the launch of Mega Sale from 12 December to 16 December 2022 (the "Period"), during which customers who successfully obtain the promo code can enjoy 79% off on Travel Smart Single-trip Cover.
Malay Mail
EaseMyTrip to acquire air charter service provider Nutana Aviation
EaseMyTrip will invest in and acquire Gujarat’s GIFT city-based Nutana Aviation. The acquiree company is in the business of offering charter solutions to clients in India and abroad. Nutana Aviation leases charter aircraft enabling operators to run efficiently along with proving charter booking services to its clients, within and outside India.
The Tourism International
EaseMyTrip will invest in and acquire Gujarat’s GIFT city-based Nutana Aviation. The acquiree company is in the business of offering charter solutions to clients in India and abroad. Nutana Aviation leases charter aircraft enabling operators to run efficiently along with proving charter booking services to its clients, within and outside India.
The Tourism International
Combined entity of Air India and Vistara in line with India’s aspirations: CAPA
Sharing its perspective on the merger of Air India and Vistara, CAPA India said in a report that it expects to see the emergence of Air India as a global network carrier in terms of size, scale and service standards. The combined entity is in line with India’s aspirations to be a USD 5 trillion economy.
Tourism Breaking News
Sharing its perspective on the merger of Air India and Vistara, CAPA India said in a report that it expects to see the emergence of Air India as a global network carrier in terms of size, scale and service standards. The combined entity is in line with India’s aspirations to be a USD 5 trillion economy.
Tourism Breaking News
Go First offers free tickets to all 17-Years Olds
GO FIRST (formerly known as GoAir) announced three celebratory offers as the airline completes 17 years of successful operations. Marking the 17th-year milestone, GO FIRST will be providing a free ticket to all 17-year-olds for their next trip with GO FIRST.
Travel Daily Media
GO FIRST (formerly known as GoAir) announced three celebratory offers as the airline completes 17 years of successful operations. Marking the 17th-year milestone, GO FIRST will be providing a free ticket to all 17-year-olds for their next trip with GO FIRST.
Travel Daily Media
Ethiopian Airlines set to expand operation in India
Indian market is one of the vast markets where we have a lot of potential and Ethiopian Airlines has realized that India is one of the strategic markets, Bilen Arefaine, Regional Director – India Subcontinent, said in Mumbai.
Travel Trends Today
Indian market is one of the vast markets where we have a lot of potential and Ethiopian Airlines has realized that India is one of the strategic markets, Bilen Arefaine, Regional Director – India Subcontinent, said in Mumbai.
Travel Trends Today
Tamil Entrepreneurs Arrive At Kashi To Attend ‘Kashi Tamil Sangamam’
A batch of Tamil entrepreneurs reached the holy city of Kashi by Ernakulam-Patna superfast express train to attend ‘Kashi Tamil Sangamam’. On their arrival, the delegates were welcomed by Shri Lalji Chowdhary, Additional Divisional Railway Manager yesterday night at Varanasi Cantt. railway station with garlands and showering of flower petals.
India Education Diary
A batch of Tamil entrepreneurs reached the holy city of Kashi by Ernakulam-Patna superfast express train to attend ‘Kashi Tamil Sangamam’. On their arrival, the delegates were welcomed by Shri Lalji Chowdhary, Additional Divisional Railway Manager yesterday night at Varanasi Cantt. railway station with garlands and showering of flower petals.
India Education Diary
Rajasthan govt implements Rural Tourism Scheme
With an aim to generate employment opportunities in the state, Rajasthan government has implemented the Rajasthan Rural Tourism Scheme-2022. Announced in the state budget to promote tourism in rural areas, the Rajasthan Cabinet under the chairmanship of Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot on November 24 had given its approval for the scheme.
The Print
With an aim to generate employment opportunities in the state, Rajasthan government has implemented the Rajasthan Rural Tourism Scheme-2022. Announced in the state budget to promote tourism in rural areas, the Rajasthan Cabinet under the chairmanship of Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot on November 24 had given its approval for the scheme.
The Print
Amazing Thailand Fest 2022 in Saudi Arabia strengthens Saudi-Thai tourism cooperation
The first ever Amazing Thailand Fest 2022, together with the Amazing Thailand Networking Lunch 2022, in Riyadh marks another important step to further promote mutual tourism between Saudi Arabia and Thailand. H.E. Mr. Phiphat Ratchakitprakarn, Minister of Tourism and Sports said, “After Thailand and Saudi Arabia resumed diplomatic ties in January, this year, the Thai tourism industry has coordinated efforts to promote Thailand as a preferred destination for Saudi travellers through a series of activities such as these Amazing Thailand Fest and Networking Lunch events.”
The Tourism International
The first ever Amazing Thailand Fest 2022, together with the Amazing Thailand Networking Lunch 2022, in Riyadh marks another important step to further promote mutual tourism between Saudi Arabia and Thailand. H.E. Mr. Phiphat Ratchakitprakarn, Minister of Tourism and Sports said, “After Thailand and Saudi Arabia resumed diplomatic ties in January, this year, the Thai tourism industry has coordinated efforts to promote Thailand as a preferred destination for Saudi travellers through a series of activities such as these Amazing Thailand Fest and Networking Lunch events.”
The Tourism International
Hilton Garden Inn Pune Hinjawadi appoints Anuj Majumdar as Assistant General Manager
Hilton Garden Inn Pune Hinjawadi is pleased to announce the appointment of Anuj Majumdar as Assistant General Manager. With over 25 years of experience in the hospitality industry, Anuj’s expertise will play vital role in elevating the property to new heights.
Hospitality Lexis
Hilton Garden Inn Pune Hinjawadi is pleased to announce the appointment of Anuj Majumdar as Assistant General Manager. With over 25 years of experience in the hospitality industry, Anuj’s expertise will play vital role in elevating the property to new heights.
Hospitality Lexis
Abhijeet Adurkar joins The Resort as Hotel Manager
The Resort, Madh-Marve in Malad is pleased to announce the appointment of Abhijeet Adurkar as its Hotel Manager. Abhijeet brings with him extensive experience of over 14 years in the hospitality industry.
Hotelier India
The Resort, Madh-Marve in Malad is pleased to announce the appointment of Abhijeet Adurkar as its Hotel Manager. Abhijeet brings with him extensive experience of over 14 years in the hospitality industry.
Hotelier India
Singapore Christmas Wonderland Is Back
In addition to the Garden Rhapsody light and sound display, Santa photos ride on the Venetian Double-Storey Carousel, “snow,” and carnival games, Christmas Wonderland 2022 will have six unique holiday zones. And during the event, guests may enjoy shopping for gifts, feasting on seasonal fare, and listening to music performed by local artists each day in the spirit of the season.
Travel Daily Media
In addition to the Garden Rhapsody light and sound display, Santa photos ride on the Venetian Double-Storey Carousel, “snow,” and carnival games, Christmas Wonderland 2022 will have six unique holiday zones. And during the event, guests may enjoy shopping for gifts, feasting on seasonal fare, and listening to music performed by local artists each day in the spirit of the season.
Travel Daily Media
Odisha to develop master plan for 17 tourism sites
The Govt. of Odisha has become quite aggressive to promote the state as a major tourism destination. The Govt has been active on developing tourism infrastructure and promoting its tourism products.
Travel Trends Today
The Govt. of Odisha has become quite aggressive to promote the state as a major tourism destination. The Govt has been active on developing tourism infrastructure and promoting its tourism products.
Travel Trends Today
Chandipur Beach, where the sea disappears and reappears daily!
Have you seen things disappearing in front of your eyes? Well, such things happen at times, when we keep things at some place, and just forget where we have kept them. But, what if we tell you about a sea that disappears? Yes, you read that right. We are talking about a secluded beach in Odisha, where one can witness the sea disappearing mysteriously. This is the Chandipur Beach, and is known for its unique feature of playing hide and seek with its visitors.
Times Travel
Have you seen things disappearing in front of your eyes? Well, such things happen at times, when we keep things at some place, and just forget where we have kept them. But, what if we tell you about a sea that disappears? Yes, you read that right. We are talking about a secluded beach in Odisha, where one can witness the sea disappearing mysteriously. This is the Chandipur Beach, and is known for its unique feature of playing hide and seek with its visitors.
Times Travel
20 Best Places To Visit In January In India To Make The Most Of Winters
2023 is about three weeks away now. All of us are busy planning year-enders, setting resolutions and goals, and amping up our savings. What most of us might also be planning is a fun, adventurous or relaxing trip to bring in the new year with a sense of calm. However, in case you’re short of travel ideas, we’re here to help. Check out these places to visit in January in India for a fun-filled and memorable start to the year.
Travel + Leisure
2023 is about three weeks away now. All of us are busy planning year-enders, setting resolutions and goals, and amping up our savings. What most of us might also be planning is a fun, adventurous or relaxing trip to bring in the new year with a sense of calm. However, in case you’re short of travel ideas, we’re here to help. Check out these places to visit in January in India for a fun-filled and memorable start to the year.
Travel + Leisure
Rishikesh, Manali to Lansdowne: Here are some weekend getaways from Delhi
Delhi has an array of options for quick trips, from alpine adventures to serene seaside escapes. There are many places to explore close to the national capital, whether you're looking for an outdoor adventure, a summertime getaway to the hills, a weekend of safaris and camping, or even a cultural experience.
India TV News
Delhi has an array of options for quick trips, from alpine adventures to serene seaside escapes. There are many places to explore close to the national capital, whether you're looking for an outdoor adventure, a summertime getaway to the hills, a weekend of safaris and camping, or even a cultural experience.
India TV News
Christmas events and days out for the family – from meeting Santa to light trails
It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas and we’re all busily planning which events to go to over the next few weeks. There’s nothing that will get you into the festive mood like a proper Santa themed day out whether that’s at a Christmas market, theme park or train ride. This year, there’s plenty to do as it’s the first proper Christmas when the threat of Covid doesn’t loom over everything.
Daily Star UK
It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas and we’re all busily planning which events to go to over the next few weeks. There’s nothing that will get you into the festive mood like a proper Santa themed day out whether that’s at a Christmas market, theme park or train ride. This year, there’s plenty to do as it’s the first proper Christmas when the threat of Covid doesn’t loom over everything.
Daily Star UK
