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Hyatt is also cutting down on the use of plastic water bottles at meetings and events. (Photo: AP)

Hotel chain to reduce small toiletries bottles to reduce waste

Hyatt will remove small bottles from hotel bathrooms by 2021.

17 Nov 2019 1:08 PM

Photos on social media showed taxi boats and gondolas grounded on walkways flanking city canals. (Photo: AP)

Flood-ravaged Venice lands up in dramatic situation

Italy declares state of emergency in Venice after high tides.

15 Nov 2019 12:55 PM

Vinod Rawat is a nationally acclaimed Royal Enfield rider, who has cycled, swam, and ran his way around some of the most difficult routes in the country.

No mountain high enough

At 44 years old, Vinod Rawat is a differently-abled biker who is scaling the country on his motorcycle.

15 Nov 2019 12:36 AM

Anand Baid with his wife Punita Baid and his children Yash Dhriti

Namaskara Paris!

A one of a kind expedition from Bengaluru to Paris on road sure has a story to tell. Anand Baid and family shares their experience and more.

13 Nov 2019 12:23 AM

A biker’s quest never ends

This adventure motorcyclist plans to cover the west coast of the country and touch the tip.

13 Nov 2019 12:03 AM

The RoRo (Roll-on-Roll off) ferry service (above) between Neematighat (in Jorhat) to Kamalabari (Majuli).

A music fest to preserve Majuli’s heritage

The art of mask-making, unique to the island’s Samaguri Xattra, will also be showcased, said Mr Baruah.

12 Nov 2019 2:44 AM

If you're also feeling overwhelmed, unplug, have a digital detox and escape to the great outdoors of the United States of America. (Photo: ANI)

Take a digital detox vacation to these picturesque destinations

Beat the festive fatigue by taking a digital detox vacation!

09 Nov 2019 10:17 AM

Tourist resorts in Mexico are often surrounded by poor, outlying communities. In the past, resorts have been criticised for doing little to benefit surrounding populations. (Photo: Representational/Pixabay))

Mexican state to start charging tourist tax

Mexico’s Baja Sur resorts to start charging tourist tax.

03 Nov 2019 3:52 PM

There is a need to study the drivers of tourist household food waste and barriers to its reduction. (Photo: Representational/Pixabay)

Diversity in tourism industry resulting in more food wastage

Food waste becoming a bigger problem as tourism industry getting diverse: Study.

02 Nov 2019 12:56 PM

Mystery trips have grown into their own industry, both for individual and group travel. (Photo: AP)

Mystery trips also known as ‘destination unknown’ is the new travel trend

Going somewhere? Some places offer trips to the unknown.

30 Oct 2019 11:53 AM

A bird called the sooty shearwater is what makes the island truly unique. (Photo: AFP)

Falkland to promote its incredible biodiversity to promote tourism

Falklands banking on king penguins to drive nature tourism.

30 Oct 2019 9:55 AM

On the first day, our target was to reach Jhamtoli which was about 3,640m above sea level. We saw Vasudhara waterfalls.

On the trail of Pandavas

Techie Vivek recounts his trek to Satopanth Tal, situated amid snow-capped peaks about 15,000 ft above the sea level.

27 Oct 2019 1:15 AM

The biggest drop in foreign visitors could be the Japanese who have proven to be the most committed climbers. (Photo: AP)

Tourists rush to climb Australia’s iconic rock to beat the ban

Climbers rush to beat ban on Australia's iconic rock Uluru.

25 Oct 2019 12:44 PM

The statue is likely to be ready by year's end. (Photo: Representational/ Pexels)

Large chicken statue with plants being built in Georgia

Georgia town bets on giant bushy chicken to attract tourists.

24 Oct 2019 11:00 AM

Ramada Resort by Wyndham Kumbhalgarh - Garden (Photo: File)

Review: Ramada Resort by Wyndham Kumbhalgarh, Rajasthan

Delve into the rich and vibrant culture of Kumbhalgarh through Wyndham property.

23 Oct 2019 2:39 PM

The VI explorers

It is quite revelatory to realise how holidaying is so different for those who can’t properly see.

23 Oct 2019 1:57 AM

Robert Campbell had lost his way as the snowstorm took over on Thursaday. (Photo: AP)

Hiker saved amid heavy snow in Oregon

Lost Pacific Crest Trail hiker rescued in snowstorm.

21 Oct 2019 8:00 PM

Thailand is one of the favourite international tourist destinations for Indians and getting even more popular. (Photo: ANI)

Thailand is getting popular as a tourist destination among Indians

Thailand pulling all stops to woo Indian tourists.

21 Oct 2019 9:47 AM

The chapel has hosted several celebrity weddings. (Photo: AP)

Chapel where Britney Spears married goes off market

Iconic Las Vegas wedding chapel is no longer up for sale.

18 Oct 2019 7:00 PM

Both Airbus and Boeing have pitched aircraft for the Qantas ultra long-haul routes. (Photo: AFP)

Ultra long haul flight ready to take off

Longest non-stop flight to take off from New York to Sydney.

18 Oct 2019 10:21 AM