[ad_1] Image used for representation The expedition of MV Ganga Vilas, which commenced its journey from Varanasi on January 13, has redefined the potential of river tourism throughout the South Asia region, said Union Minister for Ports, Shipping, and Waterways, Sarbananda Sonowal. “MV Ganga Vilas has opened up a new …

[ad_1] Representative Image The Jammu and Kashmir administration’s decision to open areas close to the Line of Control for tourists has drawn not only local visitors but also people from far-flung places. Hailing from Hyderabad in Telangana, G Shankara Rao and his family decided to visit the last village on …

[ad_1] American carrier United Airlines on Tuesday announced increasing the frequency of its flight services between Delhi and New York/Newark to twice daily, from once at present, starting October 29 this year. In line with the existing year-round service, the additional flight will also be operated with Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner …

[ad_1] With the central government introducing Ayush visa for foreign nationals seeking medical treatment like therapeutic care, wellness and yoga in India, the ayurveda treatment providers in Kerala are hopeful that this will boost medical tourism here. “With the implementation of Ayush visa, the state that stands to benefit the …

[ad_1] Picture used for representation. The Indian travel landscape is witnessing a rapid evolution. Cruise companies and operators intend to target their diverse range of segments – across leisure, corporate, b-leisure and MICE while booking channels are launching new and extensive itineraries and holiday options. To capitalise on this significant …

[ad_1] Representative Image The Director General Civil Aviation Monday (DGCA) on Monday said it has issued the license for Utkela airport in Odisha‘s Kalahandi district to start flight operations.Utkela airport, 15 km from the district headquarters of Bhawanipatna, is among the airstrips that have been listed under the regional connectivity …

[ad_1] In an effort to tap the potential of backwater cruise tourism, Kerala State Inland Navigation Corporation (KSINC) would start a new cruise boat service from Marine Drive to Kottayam connecting backwaters of Alappuzha. The weekly service to the Palaikari aqua tourism centre at Vaikom, Kottayam, would begin on Sunday. …

[ad_1] Representative Image India ranks among the world’s fastest-growing aviation markets and stands as the third largest domestic aviation market. With 30 international airports currently operational, the country is striving to enhance airport facilities and processes to accommodate this growth, said VK Singh, the Minister of State in the Ministry …

[ad_1] Image used for representation only In a move to bolster payment mechanisms for the Odisha Tourism Development Corporation (OTDC), the state’s government has partnered with Bandhan Bank. This partnership aims to fortify the state’s tourism sector by facilitating digital payment options. To start with, Bandhan Bank will deploy Point …

[ad_1] Representative Image Poorly-planned construction of national highways in the “fragile hills” has doomed the Shimla tourism industry, as neither rail nor road network has opened between Shimla and Kalka, tourism industry stakeholders said on Monday. “Tourism in Shimla has come to a grinding halt due to negligence of the …