Resilient corridor in Jamaica allows visitors to be in a safe bubble: Edmund Bartlett, Minister of Tourism of Jamaica

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Edmund Bartlett, Minister of Tourism of Jamaica Travellers, take note: Jamaica gears up with a robust tourism strategy to woo more visitors! Tourism, as a catalyst for sustainable and inclusive growth, wealth creation and job creation, also paves the way for community transformation – this is the vision of most countries that look to tourism … Read more

Maritime tourism set to get a boost! 65 lighthouses to be developed into tourism destinations

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The identified lighthouses are spread across Gujarat, Maharashtra, Goa, Karnataka, Kerala, Lakshadweep, Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, Odisha, West Bengal, and Andaman and Nicobar Islands. (Image: Gujarat Tourism) Lighthouse tourism in India: Lighthouse tourism in India set to get a boost! Lighthouses are an interesting tourism feature all over the world, and it is time that … Read more

Offering a desk with a view, homestays a hit; segment shines as workcations tempt people

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As Covid ravaged the hospitality sector, homestays came to the rescue. Since April, Triveni Srinivas and Nithin M, in their early thirties, have been working for a Hyderabad-based animation firm from a homestay in Chikmagalur, Karnataka. “It is a little extravagant, but we are glad we took it. Sometimes bridging the gap between work and … Read more

Bereavement packages, free meals and vaccinations: OYO, Swiggy, redBus roll out life-saving initiatives

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OYO has been enabling supportive and verified information related to COVID-19 to its community of home and hotel owners. Amidst the second wave, OYO, Swiggy, redbus roll out life-saving initiatives! India’s travel and hospitality industry has been hard hit by the second wave. More so, those working in this segment are badly hit and struggling … Read more

Desert state of Rajasthan to be promoted as monsoon, adventure destination

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The desert state of Rajasthan, known across the globe for its palaces and forts, will now be promoted as an adventure and monsoon destination, confirmed the Rajasthan Tourism officials. Till date, tourists have been visiting the state to see the beautiful forts, magnanimous palaces, sand and forest. However, not many people know that the state … Read more

Covid-19: Tourists defy 3rd wave threats, rush at hill stations; 32,000 visited Nainital, 20,000 Mussoorie during weekend

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The state authorities allowed 32,900 tourists to enter Nainital, while 20,000 tourists entered Mussoorie. (Picture courtesy: IE) A whopping 35,425 tourists arrived at Nainital’s outskirts while another 32,000 travelled to Mussoorie over the last weekend amid dwindling Covid-19 infections. The state authorities allowed 32,900 tourists to enter Nainital, while 20,000 tourists entered Mussoorie. The remaining … Read more

Planning to travel soon? From IATO to RateGain, optimistic outlook ahead for domestic travel

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In 2019, about 10.93 million tourists visited India, their average daily stay for a foreign tourist clocked is 21 days and the average daily spending is pegged at $34. Image: Rajasthan Tourism/ Twitter Planning to travel soon but not sure whether to step out or not? Major travel and tourism related announcements from Finance Minister … Read more

Post-Covid rush at tourist spots, travel bookings soar! Recorded highest ever profitability in FY 2021: Rikant Pitti, EaseMyTrip

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Rikant Pitti, co-founder, EaseMyTrip Now domestic travel bookings soar! Back in 2019, when the world seemed to be a very different place from what it is now, Indians loved to plan for their travel destinations during summer vacations. Ahead of school vacations, it became an annual practice to figure out where to go. While many … Read more

Boost to the tourism sector in India! Modi govt announces this scheme for tourist guides, travel agencies; details

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The announcement is likely to come as a relief to thousands of licenced tourist guides and recognised travel agencies, as the pandemic has left the entire tourism sector in the country gasping for breath. Tourism sector in India: Travel and tourism sector in India set to get a financial boost! The coronavirus pandemic that struck … Read more

No time to cook? How hotels and cloud kitchens prioritize safety, delivery of online food takeaways

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With cloud kitchens offering affordable options, the once-expensive dining out food bill can be easier on the pocket than ever before. (Image source: ITC Hotels Bengaluru] If the pandemic has turned around and reinforced one major activity in the lives of people, it is the awareness that eating out is no more a casual activity … Read more