Apeejay Surrendra Park Hotels launches 'Zone by The Park' in Raipur

Jun 30, 2016, at 01:06 am

Raipur, June 29 (IBNS): The Park Hotels, a luxury boutique hotels group in India, entered Raipur (Chhattisgarh) with the fourth property of its Social-Catalyst brand 'Zone by The Park' on Wednesday.

Tourist flow between India and America on record high, more air connectivity needed : US Ambssador

Jun 29, 2016, at 11:26 pm

New Delhi, June 29 (IBNS) Stressing that tourism could be a key economic driver for India, US Ambassador Richar R Verma on Wednesday called for increasing air connectivity and improvement of infrastructure.

150,000 Australian visas issued to Indian tourists in 2015-16

Jun 29, 2016, at 09:45 pm

New Delhi, June 29 (IBNS) In what could indicate that of India is becoming one of the fastest growing markets for Australian tourism, the Australian High Commission in New Delhi has granted a record 150,000 Visitor visas during the 2015-16 program year.

Andhra Pradesh Tourism announces 25 tour packages covering all 5 tourist hubs in the state

Jun 24, 2016, at 09:00 pm

Mumbai, June 24 (IBNS): Andhra Pradesh Tourism, all geared up to promote tourism in the state, has announced 25 new packages for the benefit of holiday planners and travellers.

Jet Airways announces attractive India-Europe return fares

Jun 23, 2016, at 10:21 pm

Mumbai, June 23 (Not in Town/IBNS): Jet Airways, India's premier international airline, Thursday, announced a four day attractive mega sale for Premiere and Economy travel on Jet Airways’ flights from India to key destinations in Europe.

Great Barrier Reef: Australia may see a decline in number of tourists if bleaching continues

Jun 21, 2016, at 09:53 pm

Canberra, Jun 21 (IBNS): Canberra-based think tank, The Australia Institute (TAI), in a report published on Monday said that Australia's tourism industry will see a fall in visitors if severe coral bleaching continues on the Great Barrier Reef.

Jordan tourism declares new discovery in Petra

Jun 18, 2016, at 04:07 am

Amman, Jordan,Jun 17 (IBNS): The Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities has confirmed the archaeological discovery of an enormous monument in Jordan's Petra city that has no known parallels to any other structure in the Nabatean city.

Taiwan-A must-visit destination for young travellers

Jun 18, 2016, at 02:49 am

Taipei, Jun 17 (IBNS): Taiwan remains a youth magnet for the new generation willing to understand and uncover the gem that resides in its geography.

Andhra tourism promotes Srikalahasteeswara Temple as part of Tirupati

Jun 18, 2016, at 01:35 am

Mumbai, Jun 17 (IBNS): Srikalahasteeswara Temple, located in Chittoor District of Andhra Pradesh is more than 1000 years old. It is situated just 20 km from Tirupati airport.

Air India withdraws operation from Durgapur Airport

Jun 16, 2016, at 06:33 am

Kolkata/New Delhi, June 16 (IBNS) National carrier Air India on Wednesday announced it has decided to withdraw its operations on the Kolkata to Delhi via Durgapur route.

Etihad launches 9 additional weekly flights on Abu Dhabi-Doha route

Jun 14, 2016, at 12:58 am

Abu Dhabi, Jun 13 (IBNS): Etihad Airways is celebrating 10 years of flying to Qatar this summer by launching nine additional weekly flights on the Abu Dhabi- Doha route reinforcing its commitment to one of the airline's key markets in the Gulf.

Andhra Pradesh allures tourists with water sports launch in Vijayawada

Jun 10, 2016, at 08:40 pm

Mumbai, June 10 (IBNS): Tourist preference patterns over the years have shown a gradual shift from traditional tourism, with more and more tourists now inclined towards additional entertainments such as water sports, adventure tourism among others.

Festival de Cannes: A fairy tale come true

Jun 10, 2016, at 06:01 pm

Kolkata-based corporate communication professional Mahul Brahma's debut short film as a lead actor was chosen by Cannes jury for screening at the Palais de Festivals. This is a story of his date with the red carpet

Lucknow to host Mango Festival in June last week

Jun 08, 2016, at 09:07 pm

Lucknow, Jun 8 (IBNS): Uttar Pradesh Tourism is organising a Mango Festival in Lucknow in the last week of June, according to media reports.

Etihad Airways brings residence to Melbourne

Jun 03, 2016, at 10:27 pm

Abu Dhabi, June 3 (IBNS) Etihad Airways much-anticipated A380 touches down in Melbourne tonight, beginning a new era of luxury travel on the Melbourne-Abu Dhabi and Melbourne-London routes.

Emirates SkyCargo launches new Hong Kong-Delhi freighter service

Jun 02, 2016, at 09:32 pm

Kolkata, June 2 (IBNS) Emirates SkyCargo, the world’s largest international air cargo carrier, is strengthening its footprint in the Far East and Indian subcontinent with the launch of a new weekly freighter service from Hong Kong to Dubai via Delhi from June 1.

All underground stations of Kolkata Metro will be Wifi enabled from June 15

Jun 02, 2016, at 02:29 pm

Kolkata, June 2 (IBNS): The Kolkata Metro Railway authority on Wednesday declared to provide free Wifi access to its passengers at all underground stations, from Dumdum to Tollygunj (Mahanayak Uttam Kumar), from June 15.

Etihad Airways opens world leading Abu Dhabi first class lounge ,spa

May 31, 2016, at 03:27 am

Abu Dhabi, May 30 (IBNS) Etihad Airways on Monday officially opened its new flagship First Class Lounge & Spa at Abu Dhabi International Airport’s Terminal 3. The spectacular new space showcases the airline’s commitment to providing unparalleled and aspirational hospitality experiences.

Infosys partners with MTDC, to open a Tourism Pavilion at its Pune Development Center

May 30, 2016, at 04:52 pm

Pune, May 30 (IBNS) Infosys recently announced the inauguration of Maharashtra Tourism Development Corporation’s (MTDC) Tourism Pavilion at its Pune Development Center (DC).

Valley of Flowers national park of Uttarakhand to open on June 5

May 28, 2016, at 07:39 pm

Dehra Dun, May 28 (IBNS) Valley of Flowers, the national park located in Uttarakhand and known for its endemic alpine flora, will remain open to travellers from June 5 to Oct 30, 2016, according to media reports.

Mahindra Holidays offers members to visit Angry Birds Activity Park in Finland

May 28, 2016, at 02:35 am

Mumbai, May 27 (IBNS): In an attempt to provide its members with diverse and memorable vacation experiences, Mahindra Holidays & Resorts India Ltd. is offering its new members a chance to visit the exciting Angry Birds Activity Park at its Holiday Club Resort in Finland.

Emirates offers Iftar service for Ramadan

May 28, 2016, at 02:20 am

Kolkata, May 27 (IBNS) Emirates is bringing back its Iftar service for customers travelling during the holy month of Ramadan.

Cathay Pacific, Dragonair tie up with Regal Hotels to offer discounts

May 28, 2016, at 01:06 am

New Delhi, May 27 (IBNS): Cathay Pacific Airways and Dragonair have tied up with Regal Hotels to offer their passengers a flat 18% discount on hotel reservations at any Regal Hotel property in Hong Kong.

Cabinet gives ex-post facto approval to India-Maldives' MoU on tourism

May 26, 2016, at 01:10 am

New Delhi, May 25 (IBNS): The Union Cabinet chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday granted ex-post facto approval to the Memorandum of Understanding signed between the Ministry of Tourism, Government of India and the Ministry of Tourism, Government of Maldives for strengthening cooperation in the field of tourism.

Jet Airways to offer branded sandwiches, doughnuts onboard flights

May 22, 2016, at 07:09 pm

Mumbai, May 22 (IBNS): Jet Airways, India's premier international airline, will offer sandwiches and doughnuts from internationally renowned food brands Subway and Krispy Kreme onboard select flights.

Government enables E-Tourist Visa facility

May 22, 2016, at 06:59 pm

New Delhi, May 22 (IBNS): The Ministry of Tourism has been working very closely with Ministry of Home Affairs and Ministry of External Affairs for easing of the Visa Regime in the country over a period of time.

Air India launches 'Super Sale'

May 21, 2016, at 09:49 pm

New Delhi, May 21 (IBNS): National carrier Air India has launched special 'Super Sale' scheme for travelers.

New Australian and UK Visa Application Centre opens in Thimphu

May 20, 2016, at 01:59 am

Thimpu, May 19 (IBNS): Australian Ambassador to Bhutan Harinder Sidhu and Honorary Consul for the UK in Bhutan Michael Rutland, OBE, formally opened the new joint Visa Application Centre in Thimphu on Thursday.

Thailand's popular Koh Tachai island closed for indefinite period

May 17, 2016, at 06:03 pm

Bangkok, May 17 (IBNS) With increasing concern over threats to coral reefs around the world, Thailand has decided to close down one of its leading tourist destinations, Koh Tachai, for an indefinite period, from the season starting mid-October, according to media reports.

The under rated emperor of Varanasi

May 14, 2016, at 05:04 pm

One of the oldest cities of the planet, Varanasi is situated between the confluences of Ganges with Varuna river and that of Assi river. Regarded as one of the holiest places for Hindus, the city is also known as Benares and Kashi.