Central Government to test new possibilities in tourism in India. As part of this, lighthouses in India will be turned into tourist destinations. The 65 lighthouses selected in the country will be converted into tourism hubs. The Central Government has already started efforts for this. After covid, the project aims to attract world tourists to […]
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Finland welcomes fully vaccinated travelers who have recovered from COVID-19 from EU and Schengen countries
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Until 25 July, leisure travel to Finland possible from EU and Schengen countries as well as Andorra, Ireland, Croatia, Cyprus and Monaco when the following health requirements are met You can present a certificate of having received the full COVID-19 vaccines 14 days prior to arriving in Finland. Please refer to the Finnish Institute for […]
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Bicycle sharing system is coming up in Kozhikode city
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Cycle transport in the city will be promoted as part of “Our Kozhikode” project. The aim is to make Kozhikode a green city. District Collector Tej Lohit Reddy said the plan was to implement a public cycle sharing system. The aim of the project is to facilitate the public and tourists alike to travel around […]
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Ministry of Tourism has identified “Eco Circuit” as one of the 15 thematic circuits under Swadesh Darshan Scheme
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Jul
Jul
Key Highlights: ECO Tourism being developed as part of “Niche Tourism” Financial assistance provided under Swadesh Darshan Scheme for development of tourism related infrastructure and facilities in the country Sustainable Tourism Criteria for India (STCI) for major segments of tourism industry developed Mandatory for approved Tourism Service Providers to follow Code of Conduct for safe […]
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Government has taken several steps to promote India as a Medical and Health Tourism Destination: Shri G Kishan Reddy
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Key Highlights: National Medical & Wellness Tourism Board constituted to promote Medical/Wellness Tourism, AYUSH A draft National Strategy and Roadmap for Medical and Wellness Tourism formulated ‘E- Medical Visa’ introduced for 166 countries Assistance provided under Market Development Assistance (MDA) Scheme to medical/wellness Tourism Service Providers &Centres Medical & health tourism promoted at World Travel […]
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WTTC release key guidelines for Travel & Tourism businesses to advance the prevention of illegal wildlife trade
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The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) has released major new guidelines outlining how the global Travel & Tourism sector can work together to tackle illegal wildlife trade (IWT). The new guidelines from WTTC, which represents the global private Travel & Tourism sector, with support from Animondial, a key advisor to the global travel industry […]
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Tourism Malaysia’s “AMAZING” Video Wins Global Award for best Camerawork
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A collaborated production between Tourism Malaysia, SHARP, and Chilli Pepper Films have won The Special Award for Best Camerawork at the 21st WorldMediaFestivals, under the Tourism & Travel Media Awards category. Based in Hamburg, Germany, the WorldMediaFestivals have been honouring creativity in media worldwide for the past 21 years, including audiovisual, print, and online production. […]
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Eight new routes launched to boost regional aerial connectivity
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Shri JyotiradityaScindia, Union Minister of Civil Aviation along with Shri Shivraj Singh Chauhan, Chief Minister, Madhya Pradesh and Shri Narendra Singh Tomar, Union Minister of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare today virtually flagged off 8 new routes bolstering the aerial connectivity from Madhya Pradesh to Maharashtra & Gujarat. Shri Rakesh Singh, Member of Parliament, Jabalpur, Shri […]
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Approved vaccine inconsistency could delay the restart of international travel
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The restart of international travel could be seriously delayed without worldwide reciprocal recognition of all approved COVID-19 vaccines, says the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC). The global tourism body, which represents the global private Travel & Tourism sector, has issued its warning following concerns tourists face being turned away at the borders because countries […]
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Samui Will Reopen Under Samui Plus Model From July 15 , 2021
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Missing Samui? Finally, the wait is over! Samui will reopen under “Samui Plus Model” from July 15 , 2021 onwards for fully vaccinated tourists. Did you know the paradise Island “Samui” offers more than just a Beach and the sea? The diversity of cultural architectures reflected in many interesting places throughout the island, so as […]
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WTTC and It’s A Penalty announce critical partnership to raise awareness of human trafficking
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Jul
The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) and It’s a Penalty, have joined forces to raise awareness on human trafficking and collaborate to advance the fight to put an end to this global crime. The global tourism body and It’s a Penalty (IAP), an organisation which aims to prevent abuse, exploitation and human trafficking worldwide, […]
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Minister for Tourism Shri G. Kishan Reddy chairs the BRICS Tourism Ministers’ meeting today
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Minister for Tourism Shri G. Kishan Reddychaired the BRICS Tourism Ministers’ meeting on 13 July, 2021, as part of India’s BRICS chairship. The Ministers of all the member countries viz. Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa participated in the meeting. India organized the BRICS Tourism Ministers’ Meeting as an effective means to promote tourism […]
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Restrictions lifted; Tourism centers opened in Kodagu
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Jul
Jul
Daily test positivity rates have dropped and restrictions in Kodagu have been lifted. The third phase of lockdown exemptions, including the Bangalore City District, came into effect on July 5. Accordingly, places of worship and malls were opened and business activities were allowed until 9 p.m. However, due to high diagnostic rates, the lockdown in […]
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Rail Cargo movement between India and Nepal gets a big boost.
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Jul
Jul
Rail Transportation between India & Nepal got a major boost today with coming into force of authorization to all cargo train operators to utilize the Indian railway network to carry all containers bound for Nepal whether bilateral freight between Indian and Nepal or third country freight from Indian ports to Nepal. This liberalization will allow […]
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Minister Mohammad Riyaz with world traveler Santhosh George Kulangara
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Jul
After taking on the new responsibility, Minister met Santhosh George Kulangara as part of his desire to talk to those involved in the tourism sector and hear their words. The Minister said that the conversation with Santhosh George Kulangara provided a lot of knowledge and experience. The video of the conversation will be shared on […]