As tourism, the worst-hit sector during the pandemic, attempts revival; Biden’s policies can be catalytic. It was detrimental; ‘Trump Effect’, also termed ‘Trump Slump’ marred the US tourism’s growth prospects for a few years. Global tourism too faced a pinch of it. Far-reaching policies of the former President of the US could create havocs and […]
Category Archives: Column
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Apr
Apr
This is the fourth consecutive year that Kerala and the state tourism department have been faced with a massive disaster. Covid-19 or Novel Corona Virus as it is called, came to the state soon after the industry had entered a path of recovery path from a devastating cyclone like Ockhi, the Nipah outbreak and then […]
Column, Interview, Kerala, Write Up
Quantitative study on post-epidemic travel shows Kerala cannot just depend on its medical advantage
18
Apr
Apr
Kerala Tourism, like any other tourism entity, stands still at the moment with lot of uncertainty ahead. Whether one is looking at it positively or negatively, the uncertainty remains etched in the minds of each investor and employee. No one really knows how long the current situation will prolong. At the moment, India is being […]
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Apr
Apr
I am sure the impact of the killer virus Covid-19 has created sleepless nights for millions of people around the globe. The most devastated sectors – tourism and travel – are at a standstill. But it is not the time to find fault or beg for financial packages from governments, which are looking only to […]
Column, Homepage English, India, Kerala, News, Round Up
Introduction of TCS at this stage will destroy tourism sector
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Mar
Mar
by Benny Thomas, Director, Holiday Shop The Union government’s new proposal to collect Tax Collected at Source (TCS) from customers, will affect the travel and tourism industry very adversely. There is already a 5% GST on the holiday packages and an additional 5% of TCS will be a heavy burden for the prospective clients. So […]
Column, Destinations, Featured, Kerala, Places to See, Short Escapes
Trivandrum diaries: Napier Museum
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Apr
Apr
Thiruvananthapuram has a host of architecturally, historically, religiously and aesthetically beautiful places in and around. It may not be possible for you to cover all of it in a day. But, the Napier Museum, zoo and the nearby Kanakakkunnu palace are ideal for a one-day tour. This edition of Trivandrum Diaries is taking you to […]
Column, Destinations, Featured, India, Places to See
“India is indubitably bee’s knees for nature lovers, foodies and metrosexuals”
15
Apr
Apr
India is indubitably bee’s knees for nature lovers, foodies and metrosexuals- no ifs, ands, or buts about it. Well, if I am being brutally honest, India has got everything to cater to the needs of every kind of traveller. Be that as it may, the thing that inspires most of the tourists about this incredible […]
Column, Featured, Interview, Special
The biggest challenge for travel operators will be new innovations, AI & Augmented Reality
11
Apr
Apr
A veteran in the travel and tourism industry in India, E M Najeeb, Senior VP of IATO and President of the Confederation of Kerala Tourism Industry, has seen many changes including the rise and fall of tourism and the golden rise of the God’s own Country. The tourism industry veteran brings with him a wealth of […]
Column, Destinations, Eco Tourism, Featured, Kerala, Places to See, Short Escapes, Special
Pambadumshola National Park – Our green on the “parched”
25
Mar
Mar
….Once upon, as all the stories gears up, here is a story of a grassland! When the greedy minds multiplied, they wandered searching of plots to wreck the good and create what benefits them the most! They cut the grasses, they implanted wattles, synonym to weed! The wattle trees, literally ruled, swallowing the last drop […]
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Feb
Feb
Tinge is an in-house restaurant of Hotel Delmon in Panaji, Goa. Earlier the restaurant was called Malaka Spice which served some really fancy food. Now the restaurant has changed to Tinge which serves several cuisines. Tinge’s menu is a flavourful journey across India’s coastal belt. The blend of spices and flavours, ‘Tinge’ comes from the […]
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Jan
Jan
It would give boundless happiness if I start this column, writing about something which belongs to our creation, and something which makes us proud being a traveler and a woman! Being responsible while travelling! Its quiet plain sailing to be read but arduous to execute! We are trying to make this possible with our travel […]
Asia, Column, Destinations, Headlines Slider, Places to See, Special
Pakistan – an embodiment of lasting beauty and diverse culture
12
Jan
Jan
Watching out what’s hidden in the small country of an area 796,096 sq.km? Your excitement would know no bounds after you landed in this land of beauty. Each part of Pakistan has an enriched speciality of beauty to which you will be spellbound. Your words would not quite enough to praise the scenes that this […]
Column, Kerala, News, Top Stories, Videos
Tour with Shailesh: 66th Nehru Trophy Boat Race in Alappuzha
10
Nov
Nov
The 66th edition of the Nehru Trophy Boat Race (NTBR) took place at the Punnamada lake in Alappuzha on 10th November 2018. Around 81 boats, including 25 snakeboats, made a splash on Punnamada Lake. The event gave the much-needed impetus to the flood-ravaged backwater tourism sector. Kerala Governor P Sathasivam has inaugurated the event in […]
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Nov
Nov
Surrounded by the Vembanad Lake, Vaikom embraces travellers with its beautiful water bodies and serene village life. Exploring the backwaters, narrow canals and life of the small villages of Vaikom is best possible through canoe cruises which are close to the hearts of nature lovers since it is eco-friendly. A laid-back cruise in a canoe […]
02
Nov
Nov
After a gap, Chef Tim Robinson is back with an exciting dish. Elish Maccher Paturi, a Bengali favourite, is a fish lover’s delight. Ingredients 8 pieces hilsa fillets, cleaned 1 half tbsp mustard paste, very finely ground ½ tbsp fresh turmeric paste ½ tsp red chili paste Salt to taste 100 ml mustard oil 4-5 green […]
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