tourism
Statue of unity: दिसंबर तक शुरू हो जाएगी ट्रेन, सिर्फ 5 km दूर होगा नजदीकी स्टेशन
स्टेच्यू ऑफ यूनिटी से महज 5 किमी दूर केवडिया स्टेशन को विकसित किया जा रहा है.
Budget 2019: Modi govt plans to boost tourism with development of 17 iconic tourist spots
Finance Minister said that the government will build 17 iconic sites to encourage the arrival of tourists in India.
No one wants to bathe at this Varanasi Ghat; know the mystery!
Varanasi has 88 ghats which are famous for bathing in Ganga to wash away their sins and for puja ceremony of Lord Vishwanath.
Turkey increases charter flight subsidies to try to boost tourism
The government is offering a 30 percent increase on the $6,000 subsidy for charter flights carrying at least 150 passengers between June 1-Aug. 31, the height of the summer season.
FTAs grow over 10% in April 2016
Growth of 10.7 per cent in foreign tourist arrivals (FTAs) has been recorded in April 2016 over the same period in 2015, revealed a PIB release
Bollywood Parks Dubai to open doors in October 2016
To add another feature to its tourism portfolio, the region of Dubai will witness a state-of-the-art Bollywood theme park, which will be part of its mega project Dubai Parks and Resorts
Plan an island getaway this summer at NYC’s Staten Island
With its sandy beaches and nature trails, free summer concerts on the beach and historic homes, Staten Island is New York City’s hidden secret waiting to be explored
‘Hats Off’ To milliner Emily Baxendale at Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park, London
Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park, London has announced an exclusive collaboration with British couture milliner Emily Baxendale, to create the first 'Hats Off' collection of fashionable hats and specialised headpieces
Canada focuses on millennial travel
Bardish Chagger, minister of Small Business and Tourism, Canada is among the four Indian-origin cabinet ministers in Canadian prime minister Justin Trudeau's new government. In an exclusive interaction with Express TravelWorl
Florida Attractions Finder puts travellers in front-row seat
Visit Florida has unveiled the Florida Attractions Finder, an interactive vacation planning tool that allows travellers to virtually experience their Florida thrills from a front-row seat
Exports from international tourism rise 4% in 2015
For the fourth consecutive year, international tourism grew faster than world merchandise trade, raising tourism’s share in world’s exports to seven per cent in 2015; the total export value from international tourism amou
Orlando hits record 66 m visitors in 2015
In 2015, 66.1 million people visited Orlando, growing 5.5 per cent from 2014 and solidifying Orlando’s position as the most visited destination in the nation
Goa looks at medical tourism to boost footfalls
Goa offers certain lifestyle to its inhabitants and travellers. That makes this place the best choice for medical tourism.
FTAs mark 12.1% growth in March; Bangladesh tops source countries
Foreign tourist arrivals in March 2016 has recorded 12.1 per cent growth over the same period last year, according to Ministry of Tourism's monthly compilation of estimates of FTAs
Montego Bay, Jamaica
Montego Bay, also known as the tourist capital of Jamaica, is the second largest city in Jaimaica and one of the most popular summer destinations
Shrek The Musical comes to the Venetian Macao
DreamWorks Theatricals, Broadway Entertainment Group and NETworks Presentations have announced that the production of Shrek The Musical is coming to Macao for the first time as part of its first international tour
The Lalit promotes tourism in Bekal with ‘The LaLiT Cycle-on’
As part of its ‘Developing Destinations’ initiative to promote tourism, environmental friendliness, public participation and healthy living, The Lalit Suri Hospitality Group organised a cycle rally – ‘The LaLiT Cycle-
Khajuraho, Madhya Pradesh
Located in Madhya Pradesh's Chhatarpur district, Khajuraho holds great significance for temple tourism in India
Rajasthan’s top tourism offerings
Rajasthan, India’s largest state, offers rich history, majestic monuments, colourful culture, lively festivals and adventurous gateways to tourists
Rajasthan to showcase lesser known tourism offerings
Rajasthan Government's Tourism, Art and Culture Department recently conducted the annual Rajasthan Festival to commemorate the 67th year of the state's foundation, aimed at highlighting the state's art, culture, tradition and
Rajasthan celebrates 67th foundation day
Rajasthan Diwas, the state's annual celebration of its formation, is being held today to commemorate the 67th year of Rajasthan's foundation
MoT’s 24×7 Toll Free Tourist Infoline gaining popularity
The recently launched 24x7 Toll Free Tourist Infoline – 1800111363 or a short code 1363 is gaining popularity among tourists, and has received a total of 17,911 calls as on March, 20 2016
Valley of Flowers
Spread across 87 sq km in the Chamoli District of Uttarakhand, the Valley of Flowers is set in the backdrop of the Zanskar Ranges
Shigmo Festival
Shigmo is celebrated in Goa as spring’s biggest festival which honoured the homecoming of the warriors who had left their homes and families at the end of Dussehra to fight the invaders
US eyes 1.2 million Indian tourist in 2016
In 2014, US had 9,61,790 arrivals from India. This year, the country is aiming to attract nearly 1.2 million visitors from India.
Vistara and MIAL launch mobile phone boarding pass facility
Mumbai International Airport (GVK MIAL) and Vistara has announced the launch of mobile phone boarding pass facility for Vistara’s customers
