[ad_1] Legislators across party lines expressed serious concerns about the tourism department’s proposal to set up model beach shacks on select beaches. The opposition also threatened to launch an agitation if the model beach shacks — each expected to cost INR 1 crore — are leased out to non-Goan operators. …
Read More »Maharajah’s reign as mascot of Air India could end, ET TravelWorld News, ET TravelWorld
[ad_1] Air India’s Maharaja mascot Air India’s Maharajah mascot may step back and get a new role as the Tata Group embarks on a long-awaited revamp of the national carrier’s brand, having taken it over in January last year following the airline’s privatisation. The airline is likely to continue using …
Read More »More non-stop flights open up to vacay spots off the beaten track, ET TravelWorld
[ad_1] After the government lifted travel restrictions last year, a host of foreign destinations in Eastern Europe, Central Asia, Africa and the Far East have opened up to Indian travellers like never before. The post-pandemic bounty includes non-stop flights from Delhi and Mumbai to Warsaw, Helsinki, Lagos, Nairobi, Tbilisi, Minsk, …
Read More »Chandigarh plans tourist circuits in city, ET TravelWorld News, ET TravelWorld
[ad_1] To make the city a hub of tourism in the region, the Chandigarh UT administration will develop theme-based circuits in and around Chandigarh. The tourism department has entered into a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with a private consultant, which gives handholding and helps develop the project. The influx of …
Read More »Aadi Amman temple tour begins in Trichy, ET TravelWorld News, ET TravelWorld
[ad_1] Aadi Amman temple tour package covering eight prominent temples in Trichy and Perambalur districts was launched by the Tamil Nadu Tourism Development Corporation (TTDC) jointly with the HR&CE department on July 25. The tour will cover Woraiyur Vekkaliamman temple, Woraiyur Kamalavalli Nachiyar temple, Thiruvanaikoil Akilandeswari temple, Samayapuram Mariamman temple, …
Read More »Air India introduces Upgrade+ for its flyers, ET TravelWorld News, ET TravelWorld
[ad_1] Air India on Tuesday introduced its latest offering, Upgrade+, for guests with eligible bookings to purchase instant, confirmed upgrades to the front cabins at fixed prices. Upgrade+ enables Air India guests to opt for upgrades to premium cabins between 72 hours and 12 hours before a flight, subject to …
Read More »Indian aviation regulator takes SpiceJet off enhanced surveillance: Report, ET TravelWorld
[ad_1] India‘s aviation regulator has taken SpiceJet off enhanced surveillance, CNBC-TV18 reported on Tuesday, citing sources. The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) inspected a total of 23 aircraft and made 95 observations as part of the procedure. It also conducted 51 spot checks of SpiceJet’s aircraft across 11 locations …
Read More »Netherland’s agency helping Goa to protect beaches from rising water levels, ET TravelWorld
[ad_1] The water level at Miramar Beach has gone down drastically in certain areas due to gradual sand erosion over the years As sea erosion has become a major challenge to the tourism area, Goa government has taken the help of an agency from the Netherlands to address the issue. …
Read More »IndiGo announces new codeshare route to Casablanca, direct flight to Nairobi, ET TravelWorld
[ad_1] Picture used for representation India’s leading carrier, IndiGo, has announced the launch of new codeshare connections to Casablanca, Morocco, via Istanbul, effective from July 24, 2023. With this addition, IndiGo’s expanding network of codeshare destinations in partnership with Turkish Airlines now extends to 38 destinations beyond Istanbul. This strategic …
Read More »American passport holder travelling to Europe? Here are new requirements and approvals you require from 2024 under ETIAS, ET TravelWorld
[ad_1] Starting in 2024, U.S. passport holders planning to travel to Europe will face a new requirement. They must apply for authorization through the European Travel Information and Authorization System (ETIAS) before visiting. Currently, the U.S. travelers enjoy visa-free access to numerous global destinations, but the implementation of ETIAS could …
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