Kenya Tourism Board (KTB) on Thursday said the African nation has reopened its borders for Indian travellers, which were closed for a brief period due to the second wave of Covid-19. The temporary ban of passenger flights from India was revoked after a brief period of suspension since May this year as a result of […]
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A luxury cruise ship with domestic tourists reached the shores of Kochi
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Sep
Signaling the re-opening of the pandemic-hit tourism sector in Kerala for upcountry visitors, a luxury cruise from Mumbai with 1,200 travelers on board reached the shores of Kochi today. The luxury liner MV Empress, owned by Cordelia Cruises, anchored at Cochin Port, Willingdon Island, at around 5 am. Around 800 guests on the ship, hailing […]
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Expo 2020 Dubai launches its official song ‘This is our time’
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Sep
Sep
With less than 10 days to go until it opens its doors to the world, Expo 2020 Dubai today launches its official song. Titled This Is Our Time, the song highlights pride in the UAE’s culture, celebrates the future, and brings together nations from around the world, while conveying the story of Expo’s overarching theme […]
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Relaxation of restrictions; Awakening of the tourism sector in the district
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Sep
Awakening of the tourism sector in Kozhikode district by granting concessions on covid restrictions. Tourist centers that have been closed for months have been reopened to the public with bio bubble security in compliance with covid standards. Under the supervision of the District Tourism Promotion Council, Thushara Giri Eco-Tourism Center, Arippara Falls, Vadakara Sand Banks, […]
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Sep
Sep
Renovated Helipad at Old Goa was inaugurated today by Shri G Kishan Reddy, Union Minister for Tourism, and Development of North eastern region and Chief minister of Goa Dr Pramod Sawant. The inaugural event was also attended by Union MOS Tourism Shri Shripad Naik and Shri Manohar Azgaonkar Dy CM Of Goa , Legislators and […]
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UAE will allow concessions on covid travel restrictions. The relaxation in travel restrictions comes in the context of the Dubai Expo. Travelers from India will also benefit from this. Dr. Ahmed Albana, UAE Ambassador to India, said that holders of tourist visas or work visas can visit the UAE without any additional restrictions. It is […]
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Cheers to ‘new-age’ whisky, spiked with butterscotch, tea and more
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Sep
Sep
The overtly masculine image of amber liquid sloshing gently on rocks of ice as gentlemen hold their glasses and clouds of cigar smoke swirl around is changing rapidly with whisky brands tapping into a diverse customer base and experimenting with flavours as diverse as coffee and tea. He staid whisky spirit is getting a fun […]
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Sep
The Chardham Yatra in Uttarakhand will begin on Saturday after its prolonged suspension due to COVID-19. A day after the Uttarakhand High Court vacated its stay on Chardham Yatra, the state government on Friday issued a detailed SOP to start the yatra from Saturday with strict adherence to COVID-19 norms. Imposing a daily limit on […]
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Sep
Sep
Kerala Tourism has launched a mobile app that will enable tourists visiting Kerala to ensure a smooth journey, discover attractive new tourist destinations and record their visit experiences. The app was launched by superstar Mohanlal at a function held at Ravis Hotel in Kovalam. Tourism Minister P.A. Mohammad Riyaz, Tourism Additional Chief Secretary V. Venu […]
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Impressive Time in Thailand with Happy Paradise Campaign
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Sep
Sep
On 1 July. 2021, Thailand reopened its border to welcome international tourists again since the COVID-19 outbreak. The reopening has given tourism entrepreneurs an opportunity to recover their businesses through the Phuket Sandbox programme that was followed by the “Samui Plus” Model and the extension of the Phuket Sandbox with two other destinations: Krabi and […]
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Sep
Sep
Kerala Tourism Minister P A Mohamed Riyas on Tuesday launched the Kerala Agri Tourism Network-Farm Tourism as a major initiative of the globally-acclaimed Responsible Tourism project of the state to ensure monetary benefits to agricultural community by linking farming activities with tourism. The Minister also inaugurated a state-level training programme to create trained manpower to […]
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Fairs, exhibitions to be allowed in Delhi from Thursday
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Sep
Sep
Public fairs and exhibitions will be allowed in Delhi from Thursday, under a phased reopening of economic activities interrupted by the lockdown during the second wave of COVID-19 in the city. In an order issued on Wednesday, the Delhi Disaster Management Authority (DDMA) said banquet halls in the city will be allowed to hold such […]
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Kerala announces comprehensive Caravan Tourism policy
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Sep
Sep
Rising to the demands and preferences of tourists in the post-pandemic world, Kerala on Thursday announced a comprehensive, stakeholder-friendly Caravan Tourism Policy, promising the visitors safe, customized and closest-to-nature travel experience. This marks a paradigm shift in almost three decades after the state made it big with houseboat tourism that provided a unique experience to […]
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Sep
Sep
Two new books offer readers with doable tips and innovative ways to lead a more “eco-conscious life” by cutting out on unnecessary consumption and reduce their waste footprint. Published by Hachette India, “(IM)Perfectly Zero Waste: A No-Nonsense Guide to Living Sustainably in India” and “The Everyday Eco-Warrior: 110 Easy Tips for a Zero-Waste Life”, is […]
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A two days’ conference of Tourism and Culture Ministers of North Eastern States to be held on 13-14th September in Guwahati
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Sep
Sep
Union Minister of Tourism, Culture and DoNER, Shri G. Kishan Reddy and Chief Minister of Assam Shri Himanta Biswa Sarma will address the inaugural session of two days conference of the Tourism and Culture Ministers of the states of North Eastern Region on 13th September 2021 in Guwahati. Ministry of Tourism, Government of India is […]