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Many holy places across the world earn a good amount of money from spiritual tourism every year. However, Bodh Gaya,...

Thailand is steering an initiative for a joint-visa program with countries that together hosted about 70 million tourists last year...

The 17th edition of the Indian Premier League which kicked off in late March—an annual men's Twenty20 cricket league—is attracting...

It's that time of year again! Muslims will be celebrating Eid al-Fitr on April 10 with much fanfare and excitement...

News / Photos / Lifestyle Photos / Eid-ul-Fitr 2024 travel: From Saudi Arabia to Indonesia, 7 top destinations to experience...

At home in the New York City suburbs, Oscar Sandoval has lots of friends and an active social life but...

Reuters | | Posted by Zarafshan Shiraz, Sydney Torrential rains pummelled Australia's southeast on Friday, dumping almost a month's worth...

In Indian culture, festivals are of special significance as they unite people in joy and excitement. Chaitra Navratri stands out...

Indian passport holders no longer need to carry a physical visa sticker to travel to Japan. From April 1, Japan...

ANI | | Posted by Zarafshan Shiraz, Kannur (kerala) [india] Due to the rough seas in many coastal areas, beach...

Madhya Pradesh, a state in central India known as the 'Heart of India', is renowned for its rich traditions, spiritual...

Devlok Manali, a groundbreaking cultural endeavor developed through a pioneering Public-Private Partnership (PPP) model with the Himachal Pradesh Government, is...

After a four-month closure due to severe winter conditions, the Pakistan-China Khunjarab border has reopened, facilitating commercial and tourist activities,...

Taiwan is reassessing its tourism goals in light of challenges in cross-strait travel, with Tourism Administration Director-General Chou Yung-hui expressing...

This Good Friday is an extended weekend, and we all know what that means – a trip! Every extended weekend...

From vintage train rides costing almost $4,000 per person to hotel rooms listed at $1,600 a night, businesses in and...

PTI | | Posted by Zarafshan Shiraz, Mumbai Domestic carrier Akasa Air has commenced its international operations with its inaugural...

Tourist bookings in Iceland are growing more slowly than forecast with travellers deterred by high prices and frequent volcanic eruptions...

AFP | | Posted by Zarafshan Shiraz Panama on Tuesday inaugurated a new cruise ship terminal at the mouth of...

IndiGo aims to double in size by 2030 with new domestic and international routes as well as destinations, its chief...

This year, more people are ditching touristic hotspots in search of offbeat, intentional and mostly very uninfluenced experiences with this...

Train travel paints vibrant pictures in our minds, often featuring the exciting journeys we share with loved ones. When the...

People thronged markets in the national capital on Sunday, ahead of Holi, making last-minute purchases of colours or gulals, trendy...

If the travel enthusiast in you is willing to explore untouched destinations in the Middle East, the Kingdom of Saudi...

A theme park based on Japan's "Dragon Ball" manga franchise will be built in Saudi Arabia's new high-end tourist attraction...

Joby Aviation Inc. expects to launch its flying taxi service in Dubai before anywhere else, including the startup’s home turf...

St. Helena, a small, craggy island in the South Atlantic Ocean, hasn't seen many tourists in the past for good...

Flights, hotel, transfers and food in a few clicks: the package vacation is this summer’s hottest trend across Europe. Package...

Over Christmas, Athina Drakopoulou shut down the arts and crafts shop she had run for 13 years in Koukaki, a...

It's a riot of colours at Indira Gandhi Memorial Tulip Garden as Asia's largest tulip garden is ready to welcome...

Holi is just around the corner and we can't wait to celebrate the festival of colours. It is a festival...

Air India Express, a subsidiary of Air India, is all set to begin non-stop flights to Imphal and Kochi from...

Holi is right around the corner, and it brings good news for those tired of slogging off at their offices...

Holi, also known as the “Festival of Colours”, is a popular festival celebrated by the Hindu community in India and...

Ireland has a history of brewing beer dating back 5,000 years. Legend has it that even St Patrick had his...

A volcano in Iceland erupted on Saturday for the fourth time since December, the country's meteorological office said, spewing smoke...

Getting to the Anantara Santorini Abu Dhabi Retreat from Dubai involves driving about 40 minutes past natural gas fields, grazing...

A major storm dumped heavy snow in Colorado on Thursday – forcing flight cancellations and shutting down a highway that...

Croatia's historic city of Dubrovnik aims to lure back locals priced out by high tourist prices with a plan next...

As the Holy month of Ramadan begins on March 12 in India, several airlines are offering special menu and amenities...

The Centre-run Alliance Air on Tuesday launched flight service from Bilaspur in Chhattisgarh to Delhi and Kolkata, officials said. Alliance...

Bloomberg | | Posted by Zarafshan Shiraz Singapore is making it even easier for people to come and go from...

China’s biggest airline is poised to establish its first nonstop service to Mexico, signaling the country’s growing importance as a...

ANI | | Posted by Zarafshan Shiraz, Nilgiris (tamil Nadu) [india] Southern Railway Salem Division has announced that a special...

Bloomberg | | Posted by Zarafshan Shiraz Deutsche Lufthansa AG will face a two-day cabin crew strike in Germany next...

The Himachal Pradesh Tourism Development Corporation's Chairman and Vice Chairman of the Tourism Development Board, RS Bali, launched the Himachal...

Japan’s ancient capital of Kyoto, long a popular destination for tourists, is closing off some private-property alleys in its famous...

Nick Burri clicks into his ski bindings, squats to stretch his knees and scans the snowy race course. Moments later,...

Travelers from India now comprise the second-largest market for Rail Europe for the first time in 90 years. DW asked...

Visitors will be banned from entering private alleys in Kyoto's famous geisha district, a local representative said on Thursday, as...

Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami inaugurated the flight operations from Dehradun to these three major cities: Ayodhya, Varanasi and Amritsar....

Tourists won’t be allowed to watch the opening ceremony of the Paris Olympics along the Seine River for free, the...

Sikkim has a reputation as one of the most surprising and adventurous destinations to visit in the East with 28...

In January 2023, Rene Redzepi announced the closing of his world -famous Copenhagen dining room Noma — the five time...

ANI | | Posted by Zarafshan Shiraz, Kaziranga (assam) [india] In view of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Kaziranga...

Union Minority Affairs Minister Smriti Zubin Irani on Sunday launched the Haj Suvidha App that would provide necessary information and...

Where will you be watching the April 8 total solar eclipse? There are just a few weeks left to pick...

Portugal, a haven for retirees, holds a general election next Sunday, 50 years on from the 1974 "Carnation Revolution" that...

Ramadan, also known as Ramzan or Ramazan, is the ninth month of the Islamic calendar and is celebrated by the...

Hunter Valley, Australia's oldest wine region, is home to 150 wineries, award-winning restaurants, and beautiful hotels. The first grape vines...

The most powerful Pacific storm of the season is forecast to bring up to 10 feet (3 meters) of snow...

Bloomberg | | Posted by Zarafshan Shiraz New Zealand issued travel bans against a number of “extremist Israeli settlers,” joining...

Canada's government is reimposing some visa requirements on Mexican nationals visiting Canada, an official familiar with the matter told The...

Spring is that time of the year when we need to start packing our bags and fly off to places...

In Czechia, beer isn't merely a beverage; it's a way of life, and its capital Prague, boasts a captivating history...

AP | | Posted by Zarafshan Shiraz, Paris The Eiffel Tower reopened to visitors on Sunday after a six-day closure...

The "Swift effect" is about to hit Southeast Asia but Singapore has left some of its neighbours seeing red while...

Feb 25, 2024 05:52 PM IST With Vietnam claiming the “World's Leading Heritage Destination 2023”, here are 25 bucket-list experiences...

PTI | | Posted by Zarafshan Shiraz, Colombo Thousands of Russians and Ukrainians staying in Sri Lanka on extended visas...

The Chinese cities of Xian and Qingdao have been added to a travel scheme that allows residents to visit Hong...

Dubai has introduced a five-year multiple-entry visa to boost travel between India and the Gulf nation, according to the Dubai...

Busan, South Korea’s increasingly buzzy beachside city and shipping hub, has a couple more reasons to visit, via the Michelin...

The Schengen area, consisting of 27 European countries, is one of the world's most widely visited tourist destinations. Apart from...

The United States is working towards further reducing the wait time for visitor visas for Indians following a decrease of...

The Eiffel Tower, one of the world's top tourist attractions, remained closed for a second straight day Tuesday as staff...

“I wanted a nose job since turning 13. I heard Turkish doctors were good at them. A few girlfriends of...

Chinese travellers flocked to tourist hot-spots across Asia over the Lunar New Year break, with visitor numbers and spending in...

Visitors to the Eiffel Tower were turned away on Monday because of a strike over poor financial management at one...

The Indian Railways will start train services on the Banihal-Khari-Sumber-Sangaldan section, a 48.1-kilometre-long significant segment of the country's most ambitious...

PTI | | Posted by Akanksha Agnihotri, Kashmir A selfie point near the Line of Control (LoC) in Kashmir has...

Nine days after a slick was first spotted by Trinidad and Tobago's Coast Guard, an oil leak from a capsized...

PTI | | Posted by Zarafshan Shiraz, New Delhi In less than two years of commencing operations, Akasa Air will...

Macau reported a record number of tourists for the Lunar New Year holiday so far, led by a boom in...

It used to be that you could visit Machu Picchu more than once on the same ticket—entering the Incan ruins...

Whether you're up for brand new events or the comeback of top exhibitions, discover incredible art experiences on both sides...

ANI | | Posted by Zarafshan Shiraz, Cairo [egypt] After more than two decades of restoration, the tomb of Neferhotep,...

The pristine Gupteswar Forest, adjacent to Gupteswar Shiva temple in Odisha's Koraput district has been declared as the fourth Biodiversity-Heritage...

With fireworks, feasts and red envelopes stuffed with cash for the kids, numerous Asian nations and overseas communities have welcomed...

After weeks of sweaty, pulsating street parties, the Rio Carnival reaches its crescendo this Sunday with its main event, in...

Prime Minister Narendra Modi's recent visit to the Lakshadweep archipelago and his stay at Bangaram has turned the island, surrounded...

In a bid to boost tourism, Malawi has lifted visa requirements for visitors from 79 countries, President Lazarus Chakwera told...

Chinese engineer and aviation enthusiast Wei Meng is exactly the kind of visitor the tourism authorities in Singapore, Malaysia and...

Reuters | | Posted by Zarafshan Shiraz About 100 Russians flew to North Korea on Friday for a private tour,...

Your trip to Kashmir is incomplete if you fail to capture the beauty of the spots. Be it the overcrowded...

When it comes to travel, having a reliable trolley bag is essential. Whether you're a frequent flyer or an occasional...

As dawn broke over Luang Prabang, saffron-robed monks trod the streets receiving alms -- but a cacophonous influx of camera-clutching...

AP | | Posted by Zarafshan Shiraz, Tokyo Heavy snow hit the Tokyo area on Monday, disrupting trains and grounding...

Freezing rain, snow and ice have snarled traffic in central and eastern China as billions of people travel home ahead...

Following a fresh spell of snowfall in parts of Himachal Pradesh, tourists from northern India have started rushing to Shimla....

If it is Scotch, it has to be from Scotland, the land known for whisky. Annually, over 1.6 billion bottles...

ANI | | Posted by Zarafshan Shiraz, Hanoi [vietnam] Vietnam's Ministry of Culture, Sports, and Tourism's Vietnam National Authority of...

PTI | | Posted by Zarafshan Shiraz, Chennai Cathay Pacific has resumed direct flight connectivity between Chennai and Hong Kong...

First there were cafés that allowed pets. Then came cat cafés, where lattes took second place to feline interaction. The...

The Middle East, known for its diverse culture, rich history and modern marvels, extends far beyond the glitz of Dubai....

Home / Photos / Lifestyle / Travel tips: First-timer’s guide to successful international trip Published on Feb 01, 2024 07:00...

Protests in Peru are blocking access to Machu Picchu, one of South America's most popular heritage sites, with local anger...

A chartered flight , described as the first mountain flight to the holy Kailash Mansarovar took off from Nepalgunj with...

Flight operations from Pithoragarh's Naini-Saini airport began on Tuesday after a gap of more than three years. Flight operations restart...

Bloomberg | | Posted by Zarafshan Shiraz Hong Kong will extend operating hours for its downtown airport check-in services as...

Snowfall in Kashmir has brought cheers to the tourism sector, sparking joy among tourists and the local people linked with...

Boeing 737 Max 9 jetliners are carrying passengers in the United States again for the first time since they were...

The world's largest cruise ship — the size of almost four city blocks — is set to begin its maiden...

Bloomberg | | Posted by Zarafshan Shiraz South Africa is a standout among its global peers offering an unexpected advantage:...

All-inclusive vacations can conjure images of food under heat lamps, too many poolside piña coladas, and being trapped on resort...

Storm Jocelyn that battered the UK on Tuesday and overnight is sweeping east, disrupting travel and energy infrastructure across northwest...

Bollywood films such as Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara (2011) and Tamasha (2015) have influenced many to quit the 9 to...

National Tourism Day 2024: Every year, National Tourism Day is observed to honour India's scenic landscapes and to increase public...

A tropical low strengthening over the Coral Sea on Tuesday is forecast to be the second cyclone in as many...

PTI | | Posted by Zarafshan Shiraz, Shimla After witnessing a prolonged dry spell during most of January, Himachal Pradesh...

With the limited facilities on the summit already at breaking point, rubbish piling up and concern over rising numbers of...

When Royal Caribbean’s Icon of the Seas embarks on its first official voyage on Jan. 27, the journey is sure...

PTI | | Posted by Akanksha Agnihotri, New Delhi Known for its scenic tourist spots, Kerala is now promoting heli-tourism...

International tourism levels will be slightly higher than its pre-pandemic levels in 2024 boosted by an expected resurgence in Asia,...

This year, millions of sports enthusiasts will make their way to Paris as the city hosts its most monumental event...

Illinois is adding tens of thousands of people to its population total, and California is getting misplaced sailors on an...

Bloomberg | | Posted by Parmita Uniyal Freezing weather in Germany and other parts of Europe threatened widespread road, rail...

The nation is currently immersed in spiritual excitement as we gear up for the grand inauguration of the Ram Mandir...

AFP | | Posted by Akanksha Agnihotri Tickets went on sale Tuesday for day trippers wanting to visit Venice in...

Mauritius on Tuesday removed a maximum cyclone alert warning as it assessed the devastation wrought by tropical storm Belal to...

AP | | Posted by Zarafshan Shiraz, Beijing Rescuers evacuated tourists on Tuesday from a remote skiing area in northwestern...

One measure of how long I have been around is that I can still remember Udaipur when it had very...

A volcanic eruption has restarted in southwestern Iceland, with lava flows emerging for a fifth time since the area awakened...

As Makar Sankranti is around the corner, preparations are going on in many parts of the country for the celebration...

Kneeling as she gazes out to sea draped in white cloth and strings of pearls, Simenou Dangnitche has just completed...

The Andaman and Nicobar administration has taken numerous initiatives to attract more tourists to the archipelago, including granting access to...

Uttar Pradesh will have five more airports in the next one month that will take the total number of airports...

With an aim to put Kerala on the global adventure tourism map, the government has decided to host four international...

As Goa continues to grow as a launchpad for alco-bev entrepreneurs to produce craft spirits such as rum, gin, feni,...

January offers two long weekends for travel enthusiasts. The first spans from January 13th to 15th, aligning with the festivities...

Insects have been consumed as a food source for centuries in communities worldwide. In Odisha's Mayurbhanj district, red weaver ants...

AFP | | Posted by Akanksha Agnihotri An ancient palace where Alexander The Great was crowned King of Macedonia will...

If you want to eat at London’s hottest new restaurants this year, you’ll quickly become familiar with three concepts, spelled...

Reuters | | Posted by Zarafshan Shiraz, London Major rivers across Britain were flooded on Friday after heavy rain, with...

The "ice city" of Harbin, the snowy capital of northeast China's Heilongjiang province, attracted a record number of visitors over...

Hotel chef Makoto Wakabayashi was among those in Wajima hoping for a banner year as visitors returned to the scenic,...

Hundreds of flood warnings were in place in the UK on Wednesday, after strong winds and rain lashed large parts...

The Union Ministry of Civil Aviation has asked airlines and operators to do justice to passengers amid cancellations and delays...

Some weeks ago, I wrote about how Indian destinations are pricing themselves out of the market. My example then was...

Bloomberg | | Posted by Zarafshan Shiraz Eight new Thai airlines are set to start operations as the tourism-reliant nation...

Tourists have started flocking to witness the last sunrise of the year in Kanyakumari, one of the most popular tourist...

ANI | | Posted by Akanksha Agnihotri, Nagaon A large number of tourists flocked to visit the Kaziranga National Park...

News / Photos / Lifestyle / Inside Dua Lipa's India vacation album featuring safari rides and temple visits: I feel...

Qatar, the host country of FIFA World Cup 2022, is a peninsular Arab country comprising arid desert and a long...

News / Photos / Lifestyle / New Year 2024 travel trends: Tips for tour operators to offer unique and immersive...

Goa seems to be the preferred destination to ring in the new year, as tourists have been thronging the beaches...

Travel in India is changing and reflects several trends, such as the rise in eco-tourism, the combination of digital nomads'...

From eating a spoonful of lentils in Chile to daring an ice-cold plunge in Scotland, communities across the globe unite...

Anton Bodner was relieved when it snowed heavily in Kitzbühel, Austria, just in time for the start of the ski...

Oil-rich and landlocked, Azerbaijan is a hidden gem at the crossroads of Eastern Europe and Western Asia. Once part of...

White Rann of Kutch, esteemed as a prominent tourist destination both nationally and internationally, is gearing up for a new...

Published on Dec 26, 2023 05:34 PM IST From snow-capped vistas to snug retreats, check out the enchanting charm of...

ANI | | Posted by Akanksha Agnihotri, Shimla People thronged to witness the Kashmiri taste in Shimla at the Kashmiri...

Ancient literature will tell you that the term Suvarnadvipa (Golden Peninsula) mentioned in the Ramayana might be a reference to...

With the mighty, monied, famous and the glamorous flying in and out of Maldives pretty frequently, Maldives has acquired the...

Celebrations are in full swing at the inaugural edition of the Hatta Festival with plenty more in store, as community...

Winter holidays are here and if you are luxury seekers, curating extravagance amidst unique landscapes, you have come to the...

Mexico on Friday launched operations on a train line that crosses the country's narrowest point from the Gulf coast to...

Not many know that ‘Indonesia’ stems from the Greek words Indos and Nesos (literally, Indian islands). For very long, the...

It’s a room full of silver helium balloons. But is it art? On the fourth floor of the Art House...

It's beginning to look a lot like a hectic holiday travel season, but it might go relatively smoothly if the...

Kazakhstan (name Kazakh translates to wanderer or independent), the largest country in Central Asia and the world’s largest landlocked country...

Post-pandemic tourists to Japan are increasingly snapping up folk crafts and jewellery, while sales of cosmetics and medicines has waned,...

Reuters | | Posted by Zarafshan Shiraz, Shanghai Shanghai Disney Resort will open a Zootopia-themed attraction to the public on...

News / Photos / Lifestyle / Winter wonderland: 10 top domestic and international snowy destinations for magical Christmas celebration Published...

In a tiny white-washed cell of the Aguada Jail, freedom fighter Ram Manohar Lohia stands tall in a well-pleated dhoti,...

The promise of self-checkout was alluring: Customers could avoid long lines by scanning and bagging their own items, workers could...

The upcoming year is a great opportunity for Indian passport holders. Why, you ask? Well, many countries have recently waived...

Often touted as the party capital of India, Goa swarms with tourists during the Christmas/New Year holidays. Beaches get crowded,...

A western disturbance is likely to affect Jammu and Kashmir on Saturday with a possibility of light rain or snow...

Civil aviation minister Jyotiraditya Scindia on Friday said Digi Yatra facility will be available at 25 more airports in 2024....

Iranian Minister of Cultural Heritage, Tourism, and Handicrafts Ezzatollah Zarghami has said the Iranian Cabinet has decided to unilaterally cancel...

The list of visa-free countries just got longer with Kenya scrapping the need for applying for visa beginning 2024. So,...

South Africa’s home affairs minister signed planned changes to work permit regulations aimed at fixing a bureaucratic morass that’s frustrating...

December is here and the calendar is fluttering fervidly towards Christmas. The festive cheer has set in. And you are...

If you have read the classics On the Road (1957, Jack Kerouac), Travels with Charley in Search of America (1962,...

Singapore is a travel hub filled with cultural intersections, futuristic cityscapes, and enthralling adventures. The city offers a diverse array...