[ad_1] ANI Photo/ Mohd. Zakir Visitors to Kenya from across the world will no longer require a visa from January, President William Ruto said on December 12. Ruto said his government had developed a digital platform to ensure all visitors would receive an electronic travel authorisation in advance, instead of …
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Kenya Airways warns of disruptions in holiday season due to spare parts shortages, ET TravelWorld
[ad_1] Kenya Airways has told its customers to be prepared for potential disruptions to its flights schedule during the busy Christmas holiday season due to shortages of spare parts. The carrier, one of the biggest in Africa, said the lack of parts, which is affecting the global supply chain, would …
Read More »VFS Global bags global contract to deliver UK visa, passport services to 142 countries, ET TravelWorld
[ad_1] VFS Global has won the global contract for overseas UK visa and Citizenship services. During 2024, VFS Global will deploy 240 Visa and Citizenship Application Service (VCAS) Centres for the UK in 142 countries across Africa & Middle East, Americas, Australasia & Europe, China & Taiwan and Asia & …
Read More »The next era of airport lounges, ET TravelWorld News, ET TravelWorld
[ad_1] Picture used for representational purposes only. Conventionally, airport lounges primarily served as waiting areas for transit passengers. Now, envision an airport lounge that not only foresees your every requirement but also offers a customised experience that effortlessly combines relaxation, productivity, and entertainment. This represents the concept of the “smart …
Read More »Post-Covid tourist footfalls up, but Goa losing charm among foreigners?, ET TravelWorld
[ad_1] 70.1 lakh domestic tourists visited the state in the last calendar year Tourist arrivals, both domestic and foreigners, bounced back from the crash in the Covid-19 era with data showing that Goa has firmly shifted its focus from international charters to a domestic travel destination. Five-year data shared by …
Read More »VFS Global launches its first Sign Language Contact Centre in India, ET TravelWorld
[ad_1] Picture used for representation. VFS Global, the world’s largest visa outsourcing and technology services specialist for governments and diplomatic missions worldwide, has launched its first sign language contact centre for people of determination in India. Through this initiative, VFS Global aims to bridge the communication gap for the Deaf …
Read More »Tourist Footfall at Renowned Sites in Sambhajinagar Crosses 50 Lakh, ET TravelWorld
[ad_1] The decision will apply to all tourist hotspots in Aurangabad district The number of tourists visiting five renowned sites in Maharashtra’s Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar has crossed 50 lakh between March 1 and November 30 this year, up from 22 lakh in the corresponding period last year, with World Heritage Site …
Read More »Thomas Cook India added to the MSCI Domestic Small Cap Index, ET TravelWorld News, ET TravelWorld
[ad_1] Morgan Stanley Capital International has added Thomas Cook India Limited (TCIL) to the MSCI Domestic Small Cap Index, effective from November 30, 2023. TCIL is India’s leading Integrated Omnichannel travel services group. The Morgan Stanley Capital International Indices are recognised globally as benchmarks for global equity markets and investors. …
Read More »Saudia Airlines becomes Official Airlines Sponsor for Asian Hajj & Umrah Expo 2024, ET TravelWorld
[ad_1] Representative Image Saudia Airlines proudly announces its partnership as the Official Airlines Sponsor for the highly esteemed Asian Hajj & Umrah Expo 2024. This collaboration marks a significant milestone in the airline’s commitment to facilitating seamless travel experiences for pilgrims embarking on their sacred journeys. As a beacon of …
Read More »SAF volumes growing but still missing opportunities, says IATA, ET TravelWorld
[ad_1] Representative Image In 2023, Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) volumes reached 600 million liters, doubling the previous year’s production. Despite this growth, SAF accounted for only 3 per cent of all renewable fuels, with the majority (97 per cent) allocated to other sectors. The International Air Transport Association (IATA) sharing …
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