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Whether you’re wrapping up warm for a classic Christmas break or looking to escape to milder climes, America’s cities have plenty to offer in winter – with the added bonus of being less crowded than during peak visitor periods. Experts at the Leisure Pass Group, the world’s leading attraction pass company, have identified six favourite cities for a winter getaway, with exciting options for every member of the family. New York – great winter views from on high New York offers one of the world’s best-loved festive breaks, with spectacular holiday season store windows, great shopping and the iconic Times ... Read more

Meetings, Incentives, Conferences and Exhibitions (MICE) tourism has been evolving as an important sector in the world tourism industry. The activities of the Meetings Industry are increasingly becoming a significant element in the future growth of the global economy. It is an essential part of the spread of knowledge and professional practices, and a key factor in building better understanding and relations among different regions and cultures. A lot of destinations are undergoing changes as they attempt to adapt themselves for competitive advantage in a bigger share of the MICE industry. As a key driver of development in tourism, it ... Read more

Will there be anyone who doesn’t love to travel? Maybe; but not many. Most of us nurture a deep desire to see the beautiful world around us. However globetrotting is not as easy as short distance local trips. But if done right, such a journey can be a life changing experience. So, with the aim of shedding a bit more light for those who dream of world travel, Goutham and Thara, a travel passionate couple, jot down the things they have learnt from their backpack adventures to various global destinations. Goutham and Thara in Istanbul, Turkey The first thing that ... Read more

Sharjah has always been known for its rich cultural heritage and its picturesque landscape, adding to this, the vibrant destination is also pocket-friendly and an ideal weekend getaway as it’s only a few hours’ flight time from India. Now, the ease of visa facility adds to the attractions of Sharjah. Post-arrival, experience a captivating blend of traditional and modern, as Sharjah offers a diverse variety of attractions, which caters to the needs of the leisure traveler. Visitors will find a lot can be packed into 48-hours. Begin your day with the Al Noor Mosque, which is designed in the classic ... Read more

This is a stupendous, timeless place, virtually untouched by humanity and its destructive forces. Here, it is the weather and winds that have carved the imposing, towering skyscrapers, so elegantly described by T E Lawrence as “vast, echoing and God-like…” Wadi Rum is a maze of monolithic rockscapes that rise up from the desert floor to heights of 1,750m creating a natural challenge for serious mountaineers. Hikers can enjoy the tranquility of the boundless empty spaces and explore the canyons and water holes to discover 4000-year-old rock drawings and the many other spectacular treasures this vast wilderness holds in store. ... Read more

The concept of destination wedding has been gaining popularity in recent years. Kerala has also been in the Destination Wedding tourism map for years. However, the recent chaos that affected the entire tourism industry like the regulations on liquor, nipah outbreak, flood etc., has affected the destination wedding sector also. The recent celebrity wedding of Priyanka & Nick Jonas and Deepika Padukon & Ranweer Singh has aroused interest among prospective couples to celebrate the best moments in their life to be happened in one of their favourite tourist destinations. People select the destination for weddings based on a number of ... Read more

Millions of people travel for the holidays to spend time with family and friends, many with children in tow. Of those travellers who responded to a recent Travel Leaders Group Travel Trends survey, 61 per cent say they will fly to their holiday vacation destination in the coming weeks and 38 per cent will drive. When travelling with children, there are a variety of tips that will help smooth the journey, say expert travel advisors at Travel Leaders – one of North America’s largest retail travel agency brands with thousands of travel agents across the United States, Canada and Mexico. ... Read more

The Highest Lake Adventurer and explorer Daniel Bull has taken out one of the most sought-after titles in the field of extreme sports, achieving ‘The Highest Kayak on Earth,’ near the summit of the world’s highest volcano, Ojos del Salado. And he has been recognised by Guinness World Records for his achievement. Bull achieved the new world record for ‘The Highest Altitude Kayak’ at an altitude of 5,707 m, covering a distance of over 2.5 km and using his ice axe to pull himself and his kayak along the surface of the frozen lake to break the ice and prepare ... Read more

National Geographic Traveler magazine reveals its 28 must-see destinations and travel experiences for 2019. Together, Traveler editors and National Geographic Explorers have selected their top places to travel across four categories: Cities, Nature, Culture, and Adventure. The year’s Best Trips list is relevant, surprising and inspiring, highlighting a globe-spanning mix of destinations from the Peruvian Amazon to Kansas City, Missouri. “Our Best Trips issue features 28 destinations and experiences that can inspire us, change our perspectives and connect us with cultures, places and ideas that matter in the world,” says George Stone, National Geographic Traveler editor in chief. “The issue ... Read more

Searching for the perfect gift for the travel lover in your life? eBags curated a list of their most popular and highest-reviewed items. With over 33 million bags sold and millions of customer reviews, eBags knows a thing or two about giving thoughtful gifts. In fact, every product in the eBags brand lineup was designed based on feedback from real travelers like you—and each person on your list. The Do-It-All Mom eBags recommends the Anti-Theft Carry All Crossbody bag. With pockets for everything, this versatile bag has a place for water bottles, snacks, wipes, diapers, and a padded sleeve for ... Read more

A group of ten exceptionally talented social media influencers from Middle East are touring the God’s Own Country at present and, are all praising the land, its culture, cuisine and hospitality. The all-ladies group include travel bloggers, social media influencers, food bloggers and photographers from the different Emirates. The group have started their FAM tour from Kochi on November 24. The familiarisation trip organized by East Bound Discoveries, in association with Luxury Travels Kuwait, will conclude on November 30. The FAM trip, which is also partially supported by Kerala Tourism, is organized as part of an effort to revive Kerala Tourism in Middle East ... Read more

Last winter, 24 named winter storms hit the US, causing record travel delays and canceling trips around the country. Following the first winter storm of the season, travel insurance comparison site, Squaremouth, breaks down 3 travel insurance tips for travellers. Once a Winter Storm is named it’s too late to get coverage Travel insurance can cover travellers whose trips are impacted by a winter storm, as long as the policy is purchased before the storm was named. Once a winter storm is given an official name by The Weather Channel, it’s considered a foreseen weather event, and it is too ... Read more

Ideal weather, Christmas decorations, street entertainment, festive atmosphere and spectacular fireworks will let you celebrate Christmas and New Year holidays in the most spectacular way in Portugal. Go Ho! Ho! Ho! and all merry in absolutely amazing Lisbon. The churches and streets are so wonderfully decorated that gets you going all Christmas-y. Plenty to shop for in the amazing Christmas markets of Lisbon. Climb to the castle of Sao George and take a stroll through festally decorated Alfama and if you are lucky, you may get to treat your ears with Fado. Explore the festive beauty of nearby Belem district, ... Read more

Thailand’s highest 360-degree observation deck and rooftop bar at 314 meters high, offers spectacular panoramic views of the city from Thailand’s tallest building. The new premium attraction opened its doors to the public on 16 November 2018. Located on the 74th, 75th and 78th floor of the King Power Mahanakhon Building, highlights of the indoor and outdoor observation deck include one of the world’s largest glass tray floors, Thailand’s highest Rooftop Bar, and Thailand’s fastest video-themed elevators — which allows visitors to ascend to the 74th floor in 50 seconds. Located in the heart of Bangkok’s central business district and ... Read more

Photo courtesy: Travel to Blank Colombian tourism sector is in a coming back after the peace agreement signed by Juan Manal Santos, the President in 2016 to end five decades of violent civil war, which earned him the Nobel Peace Prize. Colombian President Juan Manuel Santos receives 2016 Nobel Peace Prize. Though the country is still struggling to carry out the agreement amid a new government, Colombia is seeing massive growth in its tourism sector. As per reports from the trade ministry more than 3 million people visited Colombia in 2017, marking a 200 per cent hike since 2006, as ... Read more