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The tourism department has also made and arrangement with an Odia news paper which will promote the arrangement inside the state. (Photo: Representational/Pixabay)

Odisha tourism ropes in eight bloggers to promote the destination

Air Asia collaborates with bloggers to share their travel experience on their blog post.

12 Jul 2019 10:55 AM

The scheme is also a major women's empowerment initiative besides bringing benefit to the entire spectrum of society including farmers, artisans, vegetable cultivators, dairy farmers and poultry owners. (Photo: Representational/Pixabay)

Distinct flavours of Kerala’s ethnic cuisine to attract visitors

Kerala Tourism to tap culinary skills of women to enliven stay of visitors.

12 Jul 2019 10:14 AM

Customer service has also become app-based instead of phone-call based. (Representaional Image)

How technology-driven tools and platforms have reinvented travel and hospitality

To enrich the customer experience significantly, hotels have actually gone a step further and integrated Virtual Reality.

12 Jul 2019 9:30 AM

Post easter attacks, Sri Lanka to slash airline charges to help boost tourism

Tourist arrivals to Sri Lanka sharply declined in June, dealing a severe blow to the tourism industry.

10 Jul 2019 6:36 PM

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Home sweet home

Out with conventional hotels, in with hostels, homestays and rented apartments.

04 Jul 2019 1:00 AM

Many Nashville-based stars enjoy playing tourist. (Photo: AP)

Country stars play touristy in music city during summer

Nashville-based country stars love to play tourist at home.

24 Jun 2019 10:16 AM

Nia Niscaya, Indonesia's Deputy Minister for Tourism, said direct flights will be operational from October this year from Delhi to Bali via Chennai, in a bid to spur the influx of tourists. (Photo: ANI)

India-Indonesia to boast direct connectivity for impetus tourism

This year marks the completion of 70 years of bilateral ties between India and Indonesia.

23 Jun 2019 11:35 AM

Tourism is a key sector in Egypt’s economy and a major source of foreign revenue. (Photo: Representational/Pixabay)

Egyptian Museum temporarily closed for tourists

Cairo's

18 Jun 2019 10:40 AM

Its residents were rehabilitated in the nearby Vadden and Valkini villages. (Photo: Representational/Pixabay)

Invisible village of Goa: Rare sight for tourists

Tourists flock Goa village visible only for few days every year.

16 Jun 2019 4:52 PM

If the cities don’t update their infrastructure to accommodate the burgeoning number of tourists, it is at risk of losing that percentage of its GDP. (Photo: Representational/Pixabay)

Overtourism to plague more cities in the next 10 years

The menace of overtourism is expected to compound, so plan your vacation accordingly.

15 Jun 2019 5:54 PM

Report from National Park Service indicates the spending by the park’s 4.1 million visitors supported nearly 7,100 jobs in the area in 2018. (Photo: AP)

Yellowstone National Park tourists boost local economy

Yellowstone National Park visitors spent $513M in 2018.

29 May 2019 10:53 AM

Each scUber ride is priced at USD 3,000 for two passengers.

Meet scUber, the world's first rideshare submarine

Uber will offer riders the opportunity to explore the Great Barrier Reef in the shared vehicle.

24 May 2019 11:11 AM

Kailua was named the best beach in 1998, making it a two-time winner. (Photo: AP)

Kailua beach named America’s best

Annual ‘Dr. Beach’ list names Oahu’s Kailua best in America.

23 May 2019 11:39 AM

From discovering intense ancient traditions to falling in love with a diverse Turkish culture, this destination has the potential of giving you an experience of the lifetime. (Photo: Pixabay)

5 must-visit places in Turkey

5 things you want to add to your Turkey itinerary.

22 May 2019 2:36 PM

In the viral video — watched over 440 million times on YouTube since 2015 — Bieber stomped on mossy vegetation, dangled his feet over a cliff and bathed in the freezing river underneath the sheer walls of the canyon. (Photo: AP)

Justin Beiber spikes up unwanted tourist at Iceland Canyon

Blame it on Bieber: Iceland canyon too popular with visitors.

20 May 2019 10:34 AM

The Cannes film festival is a goldmine for many locals in the French Riviera resort with hotel prices rocketing as much as five times for the fortnight. (Photo: AFP)

Cannes Film Festival’s crazy boost to the local economy

With everyone looking to make a quick buck, here is how the Cannes Film Festival accounts for nearly a sixth of the annual hospitality turnover.

13 May 2019 8:06 PM

Tourism is the main source of hard currency in Tanzania, known for its beaches, wildlife safaris and Mount Kilimanjaro, which has three volcanic cones. (Photo: Representationa/Pixabay)

Cable car on Mount Kilimanjaro to boost tourism

Tanzania plans to put cable car for Mount Kilimanjaro; tourism expected to boost 50 per cent.

08 May 2019 11:40 AM

Some families have taken matters into their own hands, reconstructing the dilapidated manors and reinventing them as hotels and guesthouses. (Photo: AFP)

India fights to preserve its bygone aristocracy

India fights to save its heritage havelis in the desert.

05 Apr 2019 1:14 PM

Adventure tourism is not just for youngsters but travelers who are in their 40s or 50s too.

Adventure heading to new heights

Indian travelers are giving ordinary touristy experiences a pass in favour of the excitement and uniqueness offered by adventure tourism.

31 Mar 2019 1:03 AM

Outbound tourism, especially for long-haul destinations, is set to gain momentum with the rupee strengthening against major currencies ahead of the summer season.

Summer travellers to gain from stronger Re

With the rupee appreciating against the dollar, this will be beneficial for those planning a holiday.

21 Mar 2019 1:29 AM

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