Norwegian Cruise Line, the world’s third-largest cruise operator, has warned there is “substantial doubt” that it will be able to continue in the industry, following the severe impact of the corona virus pandemic on travel. The company, which is listed on the New York stock market, said: “Covid-19 has had, and is expected to continue […]
Tag Archives: covid-19 crisis
06
May
May
Punjab may not be on top of the chart for many of the domestic Indian travellers, but the sheer variety of attractions that it offers is difficult to match. Let’s look at some of the destinations you may want to visit in Punjab. There are very few places in India that can match Punjab for […]
05
May
May
U.S. Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin when asked about resuming international air travel – “It’s too hard to tell at this point. Domestic travel will be a better option. For business people who do need to travel, there will be travel on a limited basis. We want people to travel safely and be able to visit […]
05
May
May
Carnival Cruise Line is looking to resume service in North America on August 1, in a gradual “phase-in” approach. “We are taking a measured approach, focusing our return to service on a select number of home-ports where we have more significant operations that are easily accessible by car for the majority of our guests,” the […]
Interview, Kerala, News, Wellness Tourism
APS chalks out multi-pronged strategy to promote Ayurveda: Sajeev Kurup
05
May
May
Ayurveda is the biggest revenue earning sector as far as Kerala Tourism is concerned. Ayurveda tourism in Kerala comprises two categories 1. Wellness Ayurveda2. Therapeutic Ayurveda The first one is more connected to the tourism angle and are mostly represented by beach properties. This segment has always attracted great demand. Around 65% of the Ayurveda clients come into […]
04
May
May
Mahindra Holidays & Resorts India Ltd (MHRIL) has said it will first reopen resorts that are at a drivable distance from the metro cities once the coronavirus lockdown is lifted. The Mahindra Group firm has currently suspended operations at its resorts in compliance with government directives. “Once travel restrictions are relaxed and state borders open […]
04
May
May
Puerto Rico is trying out innovative methods to keep tourists interested. Discover Puerto Rico has been aiming to keep their destination in the thoughts of past and potentially new visitors through videos and Instagram live sessions, and is now looking to take the next step. It is taking virtual experiences of the island a step […]
Asia, Headlines Slider, News
Tourism major TUI commences travel business in China, urges EU to lift restrictions
04
May
May
German firm TUI AG, the world’s largest tourism group, has restarted its travel business in China, offering trips and flights within the country to local customers. The business is resuming after the government lifted a three-month sales ban, and operations will gradually be expanded amid a backlog of demand by Chinese customers, Chief Executive Officer […]
04
May
May
In the first half of April, a New York Times article wrote on a couple stranded in Maldives on a “never-ending honeymoon”. They are still stuck there along with hundreds of other tourists, as flights have been cancelled. “There is nowhere to go. The couple reign like benign yet captive sovereigns over their islet. The […]
Hotels, Kerala, News, Second Headline
Being a Malayali, have you seen enough of Kerala? If not, your moment is waiting
03
May
May
How many Malayalis have seen the Champakkulam boat race live, after having a grand breakfast at a luxury villa? How many Malayalis have seen the Aranmula kannadi, while being educated on it by experts? Or let’s say how many have actually seen the Thrissur pooram and then retreated into a spa at a five star […]
03
May
May
As part of the Dekho Apna Desh series, the Ministry of Tourism had a webinar on `Bengal by the Himalayas’. Here are some eye-catching details. Darjeeling Tea Estate Tourism Darjeeling tea is one of the world’s finest teas. The known history of Darjeeling tea dates back to about 150 years. The taste and aroma of […]
India, News, Top Stories
Goa hopes to revive tourism after May 17, as state survives coronavirus scare
03
May
May
Goa would like to open its doors to tourism once the lock-down gets lifted on May 17, state Chief Minister Pramod Sawant has said. “After May 17 we would like to welcome tourists, if the central guidelines allow it. We are waiting for the central guidelines. Goa is coronavirus-free and that’s a positive thing,” Sawant […]
Homepage Malayalam, Kerala, Second Headline Malayalam
കോവിഡിനെതിരെ സാമൂഹിക പ്രതിരോധ ശക്തി ആർജ്ജിക്കണം : ഡോ. ബിനിത പരമേശ്വരൻ
02
May
May
കോവിട് 19 അഥവാ വൈറസ് മൂലം ലോകത്തകമാനം ഭീതിജനകമായ അന്തരീക്ഷത്തിലാണ് ഒരുപക്ഷേ ലോകം നാളിതുവരെ പരിചിതമല്ലാത്ത ഒരു സ്ഥിതി വിശേഷമാണിന്ന്, ശാസ്ത്രലോകം പകച്ചു നിൽക്കുന്നു. എന്നാൽ നമ്മൾ ശ്രദ്ധാപൂർവം വിലയിരുത്തേണ്ട പല ഘടകങ്ങളും ഒരു പക്ഷേ സ്വന്തമായുള്ളത് ഇന്ത്യയാണ്. ഇവിടെ ശാസ്ത്രീയമായല്ലങ്കിൽ പോലും ആയുർവേദ ജീവിത ശൈലിയോടടുത്തു നിൽക്കുന്ന ഒത്തിരി ഘടകങ്ങൾ ഒരുമിച്ച് ചേർത്ത് വായിക്കേണ്ടതായുണ്ട്. നിത്യ ജീവിതത്തിൽ ഇന്ത്യൻ ജനത കാലാകാലങ്ങളായി നിത്യേന ഉപയോഗിച്ച് വരുന്ന മഞ്ഞളും ഇഞ്ചിയും കുരുമുളകും, വെളുത്തുള്ളിയും ആഹാരത്തിൽ ഉൾപ്പെടുത്തിയുള്ള ഇന്ത്യൻ […]
News, Top Stories
Lost working hours can devastate lives, says UNWTO, urging governments to aid tourism
02
May
May
For many millions of people around the world, tourism is so much more than a leisure activity. Tourism gives them the chance to make a living. To earn not just a wage, but also dignity and equality. Tourism jobs also empower people and provide a chance to have a stake in their own societies – […]
01
May
May
The Kerala Travel Mart (KTM) Society has urged its members to contribute to the Chief Minister’s Relief Fund, to support the government in fighting the pandemic. “It is our responsibility to extend support to the government by contributing our humble share towards Chief Minister’s Relief Fund, even though we are in deep trouble,” said KTM […]