Over the course of one year, from November 2021 – November 2022, the project will support the tourism sector in placing women’s empowerment and gender equality at the heart of recovery plans following the COVID-19 pandemic. The project will be piloted in four participating Member States in collaboration with the National Tourism Administrations of Jordan […]
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Ministry of Tourism and Ministry of I&B held Film Tourism Symposium in Mumbai
09
Nov
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The Ministry of Tourism in association with Ministry of Information & Broadcasting organized a Symposium on Film Tourism at Taj Lands End, Mumbai, on November 8, 2021. The symposium was jointly chaired by Secretary Tourism, Shri Arvind Singh and Secretary, Information & Broadcasting , Shri Apurva Chandra. The symposium aimed to promote Film Tourism by […]
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Thrillophilia launches 5 new resorts in Maldives
08
Nov
Nov
With the rise in tourism and the beginning of party season, many people are seen planning trips to far lands. Being the land of clear water and white beaches, Maldives has become one of the top favourites among Indians. According to the recent survey, out of the total tourist footfall in the Maldives, 23.3% were […]
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Aymanam Tourism: Another International Award for Kerala Tourism
07
Nov
Nov
Aymanam Responsible Tourism Village Project implemented by the Responsible Tourism Mission of the Department of Tourism has won an international award. The Aymanam Tourism Project has been recognized in the Rapid Diversification category in the tourism sector at the Indian Responsible Tourism One to Watch Award in the World Travel Market. The activities of the […]
06
Nov
Nov
With the onset of winter, the sacred portals of the Gangotri shrine in Garhwal Himalayas of Uttarakhand were closed on Friday amid Vedic hymns and elaborate rituals. Gangotri Mandir Samiti co-secretary Rajesh Semwal said the temple gates were closed at 11.45 am. The idol of Goddess Ganga was then taken on a palanquin decked with […]
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Following KSRTC, the water transport department is also gearing up to attract tourists
05
Nov
Nov
Following KSRTC, the water transport department is also gearing up to attract tourists. The Department has taken steps to launch more passenger-cum-tourist services. The Vega-2 tourism service launched by the Water Transport Department from Alappuzha to Kumarakom was a great success. The acceptance of KSRTC’s tourist services has also been a motivating factor. The Vega-2 […]
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Tourism unites behind the Glasgow Declaration on Climate Action at COP26
04
Nov
Nov
The Glasgow Declaration recognizes the urgent need for a globally consistent plan for climate action in tourism. Signatories commit to measure, decarbonize, regenerate and unlock finance. Additionally, each signatory commits to deliver a concrete climate action plan, or updated plan, within 12 months of signing. Speaking at COP26, UNWTO Secretary-General Zurab Pololikashvili stressed that “while […]
03
Nov
Nov
Punjab Chief Minister Charanjit Singh Channi on Tuesday announced that the state-of-the-art ‘Dastaan-e-Shahadat’ theme park, depicting the glorious history of Sikhs, would be inaugurated by mid-November. Chairing a high-level meeting on the matter, the CM said the theme park would contain 11 galleries equipped with ultra-modern gadgets such as revolving theatre, dome, static set, live-action […]
03
Nov
Nov
The Kerala government is planning to open pubs in the state’s IT parks. Replying to a question in the State Assembly on Wednesday, Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan said that many IT firms, keen to establish their units in IT parks in the state, have pointed out the lack of facilities like pubs there. He said […]
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Authorities locked 33863 passengers inside the Disney Land after covid confirmed one person.
02
Nov
Nov
Disneyland is one of the fascinating destinations on the map of the tourist of the world. But Disneyland is now in the news for an unfortunate incident. Authorities locked up 33,863 tourists inside the park after covid confirmed to a person arrived in Shanghai Disneyland. The park is now temporarily closed to visitors. The incident […]
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Barcelona ‘Call to Action’ Maps the Way Forward for Tourism
02
Nov
Nov
Tourism has united around a common Call to Action, outlining a shared vision for the sustainable and inclusive future of the sector. On the second day of the Future of Tourism World Summit in Barcelona (26-27 October), UNWTO was joined by fellow UN agencies, government Ministers, and public and private sector leaders, in agreeing to […]
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IndiGo starts six new flights connecting Kanpur
01
Nov
Nov
IndiGo on Monday started six new flights connecting Kanpur with Mumbai, Bengaluru, and Hyderabad, a statement said. The airline said these flights will operate on all days except Sundays. Aviation Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia virtually flagged off the flights on Monday. Kanpur is the 71st domestic city to be connected by IndiGo flights, the statement noted. […]
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KTDC’s five star resort is coming up at Muzhuppilangadi Drive-in Beach
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Oct
Oct
Muzhuppilangad in Kannur, the only ‘drive-in’ beach in Kerala, is changing drastically. KTDC’s five-star hotel comes with state-of-the-art facilities on the beach, a tourist paradise. Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan laid the foundation stone for the five-star resort at Muzhuppilangadi, the longest drive-in beach in Asia, on October 30 at 11 am. KTDC intends to develop […]
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Beypore International Water Fest is coming
31
Oct
Oct
Beypore International Water Fest aims to bring the infinite possibilities of water tourism to the world. Actor Asif Ali unveiled the logo of the fest. The function was held at the guest house in the presence of Public Works and Tourism Minister PA Mohammad Riyaz and District Collector Dr. N Tej Lohit Reddy. The logo […]
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Five-day National Tribal Dance Festival begins in Raipur
29
Oct
Oct
Dressed in festive finery and with excitement writ large on their faces, hundreds of people from tribal communities from across the country witnessed exuberant performances on the opening day of the National Tribal Dance Festival here on Thursday. From Nigeria’s Efik people’s “Ekombi” dance to Palestinian girls’ “Dabke” performance and tribals of Chhattisgarh’s Durg and […]