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IRCTC Kashmir Tour Package: Visit Srinagar, Gulmarg, Sonmarg & more! Check details here

In this 05 Nights/06 Days tour package, passengers will get to experience the artistic beauty of Srinagar along with the…

Updated: January 21, 2022 3:36 pm

The loss of forest cover in the northeastern states—which account for nearly a fourth of the country’s overall forest cover while making up just 8% of its geographical area—should be worrying.

Punjab’s best-kept secret: Thana-Dehrian-Kukanet Jungle Safari opens for visitors

Forest Minister Giljian said the place was a best-kept secret and had the potential to become among the state’s most-visited…

Updated: January 7, 2022 12:32 pm

Tirumala Tirupati darshan: Temple board releases special tickets for January; 4.6 lakh slots booked

The Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanam released 20,000 tickets per day for January 1 and January 13 to 22 and 12,000 per…

Updated: December 25, 2021 5:29 pm

IRCTC Ayodhya Ram Mandir Trail: Visit Sarnath, Varanasi, Lucknow & more destinations! Check package details

The tour will start on 19 February 2022 and end on 24 February 2022.

December 23, 2021 5:22 pm

Best Travel Insurance: विदेश यात्रा पर जा रहे हैं? ये रहा बेस्ट ट्रैवल इंश्योरेंस प्लान चुनने का सबसे अच्छा तरीका

अच्छा ट्रैवल इंश्योरेंस कैसे चुनें? इस सवाल पर रिलायंस जनरल इंश्योरेंस के सीईओ राकेश जैन कहते हैं कि इसका चुनाव…

December 4, 2021 5:50 pm

Crisis for MSMEs in travel: This emergency step required from Modi govt is need of the hour, say experts

Ease of Doing Business for MSMEs: Currently, India’s bilateral air bubble arrangement with 28 countries, aimed at restarting commercial flight…

Updated: September 29, 2021 12:08 pm

Kejriwal launches ‘Dekho Hamari Delhi’ app that provides info about city’s tourist spots

दिल्ली सरकार ने लॉन्च किया ‘देखो हमारी दिल्ली’ ऐप, मिलेगी पर्यटन स्थलों की पूरी जानकारी, देखें, किस तरह उठा सकते हैं फायदा

केजरीवाल के अनुसार, यह ऐप निकट के पांच किलोमीटर के दायरे में मनोरंजन पार्क, खाने-पीने के महत्वपूर्ण स्थानों, स्मारकों, लोकप्रिय…

Updated: September 27, 2021 7:23 pm

Thinking of travelling to Dubai? Here are some interesting cultural facts about the Emirati city

Dubai Tourism: Financial Express Online’s Bulbul Dhawan reached out to Dubai’s Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Centre for Cultural…

July 20, 2021 7:13 pm

Green tourism to get a boost in Mumbai! First-of-its-kind eco-friendly forest trail to come up in Malabar Hill

To understand more about the walkway and how the plan of making it eco-friendly would be realised, Financial Express Online’s…

Updated: June 18, 2021 12:13 pm

Local travel no 1 choice! Indians prefer familiar destinations, holidaying with pets, shows new survey

The Booking.com Future of Travel research insights show that 49% of Indian travellers plan to visit new domestic destinations.

February 18, 2021 4:14 pm

Kerala ranked most welcoming region in India third year in row: What works in Kerala’s favour

The ranking took into account the hospitality and friendliness of these regions.

January 21, 2021 1:57 pm

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Gir to Rann: Planning to visit Gujarat? Here’s the list of must-visit destinations

There are certain key locations and destinations that the state is bringing into focus in the new tourism policy.

January 15, 2021 6:40 pm

Gujarat Tourism: From Vocal for Local to sustainable tourism, key focus areas of Gujarat’s new tourism policy

The policy, which came into force on January 1 this year, will remain functional till December 31, 2025.

January 14, 2021 11:19 am

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ASI removes cap on number of visitors at protected monuments ahead of New Year celebrations

The move comes after the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) modified its SOPs on December 18, 2020.

December 20, 2020 3:09 pm

Named Santhigiri wellness centre, the facility will offer healthcare based on Ayurveda, Siddha, Panchakarma and Yoga.

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.

October 29, 2020 5:30 pm

17 "iconic sites" will be transformed into world-class destinations to boost the tourist influx.

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.

Updated: July 8, 2019 12:56 pm

Varanasi is famous for its mentions in ancient folktales and mythology.

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…

June 27, 2019 6:50 pm

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…

June 10, 2016 4:49 pm

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…

May 23, 2016 5:25 pm

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…

Updated: May 23, 2016 11:56 am

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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…

May 18, 2016 4:36 pm

‘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…

May 16, 2016 6:04 pm

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…

May 10, 2016 2:12 pm

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…

May 9, 2016 5:44 pm

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…

Updated: May 9, 2016 5:02 pm

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…

May 5, 2016 5:59 pm

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.

April 21, 2016 3:43 pm

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…

April 20, 2016 1:49 pm

Montego Bay, Jamaica

Montego Bay, also known as the tourist capital of Jamaica, is the second largest city in Jaimaica and one of…

April 19, 2016 9:43 am

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…

April 18, 2016 2:14 pm

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…

Updated: April 13, 2016 5:35 pm

Khajuraho, Madhya Pradesh

Located in Madhya Pradesh’s Chhatarpur district, Khajuraho holds great significance for temple tourism in India

April 12, 2016 11:16 am

Rajasthan’s top tourism offerings

Rajasthan, India’s largest state, offers rich history, majestic monuments, colourful culture, lively festivals and adventurous gateways to tourists

April 4, 2016 5:09 pm

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…

March 31, 2016 6:19 pm

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…

March 30, 2016 10:23 am

MoT’s 24×7 Toll Free Tourist Infoline gaining popularity

The recently launched 24×7 Toll Free Tourist Infoline – 1800111363 or a short code 1363 is gaining popularity among tourists,…

March 25, 2016 3:47 pm

Valley of Flowers

Spread across 87 sq km in the Chamoli District of Uttarakhand, the Valley of Flowers is set in the backdrop…

March 23, 2016 5:43 pm

Shigmo Festival

Shigmo is celebrated in Goa as spring’s biggest festival which honoured the homecoming of the warriors who had left their…

March 23, 2016 5:41 pm

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…

September 12, 2015 11:11 am

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

Updated: August 3, 2015 12:38 pm

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Goa likely to see 10 million tourists by 2017

Tourists arrival in the state may rise up to 10 million by 2017…

May 15, 2015 4:36 pm

Tourism industry welcomes GST bill, but hopes it will not be taxed as luxury sector

The tourism industry was pinning hopes on the Modi Government to put forth a definitive timeline for a nationwide roll…

Updated: May 7, 2015 11:50 am

Tourism fetches Rs 3.22 lakh cr foreign exchange in 3 years

India earned over Rs 3.22 lakh crore worth of foreign exchange through tourism in the last three years, Lok Sabha…

Updated: April 27, 2015 3:08 pm

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Swiss travellers top spenders at Indian hotels: Report

Globetrotters from Switzerland shelled out maximum money for their stay in India among the foreign tourists in 2014, an 11…

Updated: April 3, 2015 12:57 pm

UK to overhaul visa regime to boost business

The new easier-to-understand range of visitor visas carry greater flexibility for people using them

February 13, 2015 1:16 pm

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Trip Tips: Living the good life way, way Down Under

There was a time, not all that long ago, when the remote island of Tasmania off Australia’s southern…

Updated: February 13, 2015 11:26 am

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Dubai eyeing to become world’s most popular city by 2020

The UAE’s most populous city Dubai is aiming to become the world’s most popular city destination by 2020…

Updated: January 29, 2015 6:38 pm

St. Francis Xavier Exposition attracts over 50 lakh pilgrims in Goa

The 17th Exposition of the sacred relics of St Francis Xavier concluded on January 4, 2015. More than 50 lakhs…

January 6, 2015 5:21 pm

CII Tourism Fest 2014 kicks-off in Chandigarh

The fest aims to aggressively showcase the enormous tourism potential in the north region

December 5, 2014 10:59 am

CII Tourism Fest 2014 kicks-off in Chandigarh

The fest aims to aggressively showcase the enormous tourism potential in the region

December 5, 2014 10:56 am

Top 7 destinations for honeymooners

As wedding bells start chiming, all newly-weds get set to take off on their honeymoon

December 4, 2014 4:51 pm

Active Holiday Company launches Outbound Adventure Tourism Report

Active Holiday Company, an adventure tour company in India, has launched its first Outbound Adventure Tourism Report. The report highlights…

December 3, 2014 4:52 pm

Active Holiday Company launches Outbound Adventure Tourism Report

The company also recently organised International Adventure Travel Symposium

December 3, 2014 4:34 pm

Govt of India launches E-Visa enabled with ETA for 43 countries

ETW Staff– Mumbai Union home minister Rajnath Singh, along with Dr. Mahesh Sharma, minister of state (I/C), tourism and culture…

November 28, 2014 10:04 am

Govt of India launches E-Visa enabled with ETA for 43 countries

The facility will be available at nine international airports in the country

November 28, 2014 10:00 am

Central Govt to support Chhattisgarh Tourism to combat Naxalism

With its bio-diversity, tribal culture and tourism opportunities, Chhattisgarh is emerging as one of the top tourism destinations

November 27, 2014 4:15 pm

Tourism New Zealand partners with Malaysia Airlines to tap Indian market

ETW Staff– Mumbai Tourism New Zealand has announced a new partnership with Malaysia Airlines and Auckland International Airport promoting special…

November 25, 2014 3:49 pm

MakeMyTrip to launch mobile apps in 4 vernacular languages

Online travel firm MakeMyTrip is expanding its presence on mobile platform by bringing in apps in vernacular languages

Updated: November 28, 2014 8:38 am

Canary Island front runner in the list of winter getaways for Indian travellers

Fuerteventura in Canary Islands offers the best value winter sun break for Indian families this year

Updated: November 28, 2014 8:39 am

Mahindra Racing and Tourism Malaysia partners for Putrajaya Formula E race

ETW Staff– Mumbai Mahindra Racing have announced a partnership between the team and Tourism Malaysia which will see the two…

November 20, 2014 4:56 pm

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