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The Taste With Vir Sanghvi: Evening of insights with the Taj family in Udaipur

Travel

Published on Jun 25, 2024 06:23 PM IST

In Udaipur, industry leaders share a cozy evening, reflecting on the rich heritage of the Taj Group and envisioning its bright future in hospitality.

What makes a great hotel great? In frame: The Taj Lake Palace in Udaipur.

ByVir Sanghvi

Internet agrees with this list of ‘top 5 Indian states to visit’. Check it out

If you too are wondering which next Indian state you should check off your list, here's a helpful guide.

Himachal Pradesh and Kerala made it to the list of best 5 Indian states to visit.

Travel

Published on Jun 25, 2024 09:52 AM IST

ByHT Lifestyle Desk

Switzerland travel alert: Heavy rains cause floods, landslides

Switzerland travel alert: More landslides expected as flood risk persists

The highway A13 between Lostallo and Soazza is seen destroyed by the force of the Moesa river, caused by heavy rain in the Misox valley, in Lostallo, southern Switzerland, Sunday, June 23, 2024. Authorities in Switzerland say rescuers have found the body of one of three people who had gone missing on Saturday after massive thunderstorms and rainfall in the southeast of the county caused a rockslide. Switzerland faces severe flooding: Rail services to Zermatt disrupted, Misox Valley buried in landslide rubble(Michael Buholzer/Keystone via AP)

Travel

Published on Jun 23, 2024 08:11 PM IST

Bloomberg | | Posted by Zarafshan Shiraz

Madrid travel boom: Luxury hotels and culinary delights draw global tourists

High-end hotels and Michelin stars: Home of the Real Madrid stadium, Madrid’s tourism boom continues courtesy Taylor Swift and Formula 1 events; overtakes Paris

Madrid overtakes Paris: Second most-attractive European city for hotel investments (Photo by REUTERS/Isabel Infantes)

Travel

Published on Jun 23, 2024 05:54 PM IST

Bloomberg | | Posted by Zarafshan Shiraz

Barcelona to scrap tourist apartment rentals by 2028

Top tourist destination Barcelona plans to shut all holiday apartments by 2028, aims to become Airbnb-free zone by 2029

Barcelona to ban tourist apartment rentals by 2028 to curb housing crisis (Photo by Jonas Martiny/DW)

Travel

Published on Jun 22, 2024 04:44 PM IST

Reuters | | Posted by Zarafshan Shiraz, Barcelona

Whale-watching cruises take off Rio de Janeiro coast, begin captivating tourists

The tourism agency of Niteroi, Rio's sister city across the Guanabara Bay, launches a whale-watching program for tourists to closely observe the mammoth mammals

A humpback whale (Megaptera novaeangliae) jumps at the coast of Niteroi, Rio de Janeiro state, Brazil. From Antarctica to Brazil: Humpback whale-watching draw tourists to Rio de Janeiro (Photo by MAURO PIMENTEL / AFP)

Travel

Published on Jun 22, 2024 04:22 PM IST

AP | | Posted by Zarafshan Shiraz, Rio De Janeiro

From Japan to Malaysia: Top summer destinations for Chinese tourists in 2024

Japan and Thailand top Chinese tourists' summer destination choices, focusing on value and convenience.

Travel

Updated on Jun 22, 2024 12:27 PM IST

Bloomberg | | Posted by Akanksha Agnihotri

US travel alert: Amtrak trains, NJ Transit stopped again by power issue

Power issues halt Amtrak and New Jersey Transit services between New Haven and Philadelphia, second disruption this week

Travel

Published on Jun 21, 2024 03:29 PM IST

Bloomberg | | Posted by Zarafshan Shiraz

China, Australia to issue 5-year visas to citizens for tourism, business

New era of travel: China and Australia to offer up to 5-year multiple-entry visas starting Friday

Travel

Published on Jun 21, 2024 03:11 PM IST

Reuters | | Posted by Zarafshan Shiraz, Beijing

Best Safari travel bags for your upcoming adventures: Top 9 options

Discover the top 9 Safari travel bags with wheels, perfect for men and women. Compare prices, read reviews, and find the best one for your needs.

Travel

Published on Jun 21, 2024 10:30 AM IST

ByAffiliate Desk

Barot, Shoja, Karol Valley: If you can’t beat the Chandigarh heat, escape it

Here are hand-picked travel destinations accessible within six hours of drive from Chandigarh where mercury won’t play spoilsport

An ancient structure standing tall in the heart of Shangarh village(Adobe Stock)

Trips & Tours

Published on Jun 20, 2024 06:36 PM IST

ByAkshi Sharma

Greece and Turkey travel alert: Summer wildfires plague Athens, Turkey villages

Travelling to Athens? Watch out as Greece and Turkey battle summer wildfires; evacuations ordered, arson suspected

Travel

Published on Jun 20, 2024 09:42 AM IST

AP | | Posted by Zarafshan Shiraz, Athens, Greece

Travelling to Assam? Visit Guwahati as it gears up to host Rongali festival

The 8th edition of the Rongali festival will be held from June 21 to 23 at Guwahati, uniting Assam’s tribes, culture and creativity in a grand celebration

Girls from the Garo tribe perform a traditional Wangala dance during the Rongali Bihu festival, organised by All Assam Students Union in Guwahati, capital of the north eastern state of Assam, India. Travelling to Assam? Visit Guwahati as it gears up to host 8th Edition of Rongali festival (AP Photo/Anupam Nath)

Travel

Published on Jun 20, 2024 09:14 AM IST

ANI | | Posted by Zarafshan Shiraz, Guwahati (assam) [india]

Taiwan proposes visa-on-arrival for Indian citizens to boost tourism

In a promising development for Indian travellers, Taiwan is actively considering implementing a visa-on-arrival (VoA) policy for Indian citizens.

Travel

Published on Jun 19, 2024 05:56 PM IST

ANI | | Posted by Akanksha Agnihotri, Taipei

Japan’s flood of tourists prompts call to charge foreigners more

Overcrowding and poor behaviour by tourists has led to a call to look for ways to control the visitor flow, including by charging higher prices for foreigners.

A tourist rides a horse near the Fuji Subaru Line 5th station, which leads to the popular Yoshida trail for hikers climbing Mount Fuji, ahead of its reopening for the season at Narusawa, Yamanashi Prefecture. (AFP)

Travel

Published on Jun 19, 2024 02:12 PM IST

Bloomberg | | Posted by Krishna Priya Pallavi, New Delhi

Buddha's birthplace Lumbini throngs with tourists again after pandemic hiatus

The UNESCO World Heritage Site, nestled in the Southern Plains of Nepal, is gradually regaining its allure as religious tourism returns.

Lumbini welcomed approximately 70,000 Indian tourists in the first quarter of this year. (Pexels)

Travel

Updated on Jun 18, 2024 02:25 PM IST

ANI | | Posted by Krishna Priya Pallavi, Bhairahawa

International Picnic Day 2024: 7 romantic summer picnic ideas for couples

International Picnic Day is celebrated every year on June 18 to enjoy the great outdoors and spend time with family and friends. There's no more romantic way to commemorate this day than by having a picnic with your significant other and enjoying the warmth and beauty of summer.A summer picnic is the ideal opportunity to make lasting memories together, whether you want to get away from the city, discover new places or just enjoy each other's company outdoors. Here are some fun and creative picnic ideas that are sure to ignite the romance.(Unsplash)

lifestyle

Published on Jun 17, 2024 04:17 PM IST

How home swapping became the trendy alternative to Airbnb

Long seen as a budget-friendly hack, home swapping is getting a high-end twist with luxurious accommodations that cost far less than hotels and home rentals.

Travel

Updated on Jun 17, 2024 03:28 PM IST

Bloomberg | | Posted by Krishna Priya Pallavi, New Delhi

Tourist footfall reaches 1 crore in Goa; visitors flock in monsoon: Minister

The tourist footfall in Goa has reached the one crore mark and visitors are flocking there in the monsoon season, tourism minister said.

The official tourist season ends in Goa in June with the onset of monsoon and resumes in September.

Travel

Published on Jun 16, 2024 06:03 PM IST

PTI | | Posted by Krishna Priya Pallavi, Panaji

Visiting Hawaii's famous beaches? Here are tips to keep in mind

Honolulu Police and Visitor Aloha Society advise beachgoers to not bring valuables to the beach and instead leave them at their accommodations.

Honolulu police data show a decrease in theft cases, but still urge visitors to take proactive measures to prevent theft.(Pixabay)

Travel

Published on Jun 16, 2024 12:51 PM IST

AP | | Posted by Akanksha Agnihotri, Honolulu

Eid ul Adha 2024 travel: 7 top destinations for celebrating the festival

As Eid ul Adha, also known as the Festival of Sacrifice, approaches, many individuals and families are making travel plans to destinations that offer unique cultural experiences and the opportunity to participate in the festivities of the holiday. Here is our special guide to Eid ul Adha travel destinations, featuring countries where the occasion is joyfully celebrated and where returning home for this special holiday is cherished.(Pexels)

lifestyle

Published on Jun 15, 2024 03:46 PM IST

Singapore: Sentosa’s Tanjong, Palawan, Siloso beaches closed after oil spill

Singapore's Sentosa beaches are popular tourist destination that host a casino, Southeast Asia's only Universal Studios attraction and luxury waterfront homes

Travel

Published on Jun 15, 2024 03:38 PM IST

AFP | | Posted by Zarafshan Shiraz

Biblical cicada swarms draw tourists to nature lover's dream in heart of America

From cicadas to solar eclipses, America seems to be experiencing the Year of Natural Wonders. Check out this travel guide to bug tourism hotspots in the USA

An adult periodical cicada, just after shedding its nymphal skin, climbs over other nymphal shells at the base of a tree on Friday, May 17, 2024, in Charleston, Illinois. Bug tourism in USA: Biblical cicada swarms draw tourists to nature lover's dream in heart of America (AP Photo/Carolyn Kaster)

Travel

Published on Jun 15, 2024 02:38 PM IST

AP | | Posted by Zarafshan Shiraz, Riverwoods, Illinois

Hajj 2024: Pilgrims converge at Mount Arafat for day of intense worship

As Muslims worldwide embark on the annual Hajj pilgrimage, Mount Arafat stands as a sacred symbol of unity and reflection.

Muslim pilgrims pray on the rocky hill known as the Mountain of Mercy, on the Plain of Arafat, during the annual Hajj pilgrimage, near the holy city of Mecca, Saudi Arabia. A spiritual highlight of Hajj for many is the standing on the plain of Arafat, where pilgrims praise God, plead for his forgiveness and make supplications. (AP Photo/Amr Nabil, File)

Travel

Published on Jun 15, 2024 09:49 AM IST

AP | | Posted by Akanksha Agnihotri, Saudi Arabia

Celestial tourism spike leads Finnair to add midnight sun flights to Bodø

Sky gazers rejoice: Finnair airline adds Helsinki to Bodø flights for tourists to discover Norway’s midnight sun where the sun never sets in the summertime

Celestial tourism spike leads Finnair to add midnight sun flights from Helsinki to Bodø (Photo by Twitter/elusive_moose)

Travel

Published on Jun 14, 2024 04:58 PM IST

Bloomberg | | Posted by Zarafshan Shiraz

Let Manushi Chillar's Tuscan vacation inspire your next Italian holiday

Here are the places in Tuscany that you need to visit if you wish to ace the Instagram game like Manushi Chillar.

Manushi Chillar has shared postcards from Tuscany.

Travel

Published on Jun 14, 2024 04:55 PM IST

ByTarusha Singh

Tourism surge expected in Germany with Euro 2024 Football Championship

Tourism boom: Germany anticipates €1 billion windfall from foreign tourists travelling to the country for Euro 2024 Football Championship

Two men play bagpipes at the 'Marienplatz' square before a Group A match between Germany and Scotland at the Euro 2024 soccer tournament in Munich, Germany, Friday, June 14, 2024. Tourism surge expected in Germany with Euro 2024 Football Championship (AP Photo/Frank Augstein)

Travel

Published on Jun 14, 2024 04:31 PM IST

Reuters | | Posted by Zarafshan Shiraz

Vivienne Westwood's clothes and jewels headed for auction

More than 200 lots are being offered in the two-part "Vivienne Westwood: The Personal Collection" auction, made up of a live sale on June 25.

Gallery assistants adjust a gown from Vivienne Westwood's 'Dressed To Scale Collection' A/W 1998/99, estimated to sell for UK£5,000 - UK£8,000, during a preview at Christie's auction house in London. (AP)

Travel

Published on Jun 14, 2024 02:34 PM IST

Reuters | | Posted by Krishna Priya Pallavi, London

Bangkok to Beijing by train: Thailand expands rail network for epic train trip

Train travel between Bangkok and Beijing is inching closer as Thailand prepares to expand its rail network.

Travel

Published on Jun 13, 2024 04:24 PM IST

Bloomberg | | Posted by Zarafshan Shiraz

Bhopal to Indore in 55 minutes: Madhya Pradesh's new flights links major cities

In a bid to boost tourism, Madhya Pradesh unveils new intra-state air service with 50% discount on fares for first 30 days

Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav flags off PM Shri Paryatan Vayu Seva to improve air connectivity in the state, at Raja Bhoj airport in Bhopal on Thursday. Bhopal to Indore in 55 minutes: Madhya Pradesh's new intra-state air service links major cities, 50% discount on fares (ANI Photo/Sanjeev Gupta)

Travel

Published on Jun 13, 2024 04:02 PM IST

PTI | | Posted by Zarafshan Shiraz, Bhopal

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In Udaipur, industry leaders share a cozy evening, reflecting on the rich heritage of the Taj Group and envisioning its bright future in hospitality.

If you too are wondering which next Indian state you should check off your list, here's a helpful guide.

Switzerland travel alert: More landslides expected as flood risk persists

High-end hotels and Michelin stars: Home of the Real Madrid stadium, Madrid’s tourism boom continues courtesy Taylor Swift and Formula 1 events; overtakes Paris

Top tourist destination Barcelona plans to shut all holiday apartments by 2028, aims to become Airbnb-free zone by 2029

The tourism agency of Niteroi, Rio's sister city across the Guanabara Bay, launches a whale-watching program for tourists to closely observe the mammoth mammals

Japan and Thailand top Chinese tourists' summer destination choices, focusing on value and convenience.

Power issues halt Amtrak and New Jersey Transit services between New Haven and Philadelphia, second disruption this week

New era of travel: China and Australia to offer up to 5-year multiple-entry visas starting Friday

Discover the top 9 Safari travel bags with wheels, perfect for men and women. Compare prices, read reviews, and find the best one for your needs.

Here are hand-picked travel destinations accessible within six hours of drive from Chandigarh where mercury won’t play spoilsport

Travelling to Athens? Watch out as Greece and Turkey battle summer wildfires; evacuations ordered, arson suspected

The 8th edition of the Rongali festival will be held from June 21 to 23 at Guwahati, uniting Assam’s tribes, culture and creativity in a grand celebration

In a promising development for Indian travellers, Taiwan is actively considering implementing a visa-on-arrival (VoA) policy for Indian citizens.

Overcrowding and poor behaviour by tourists has led to a call to look for ways to control the visitor flow, including by charging higher prices for foreigners.

The UNESCO World Heritage Site, nestled in the Southern Plains of Nepal, is gradually regaining its allure as religious tourism returns.

Long seen as a budget-friendly hack, home swapping is getting a high-end twist with luxurious accommodations that cost far less than hotels and home rentals.

The tourist footfall in Goa has reached the one crore mark and visitors are flocking there in the monsoon season, tourism minister said.

Honolulu Police and Visitor Aloha Society advise beachgoers to not bring valuables to the beach and instead leave them at their accommodations.

Singapore's Sentosa beaches are popular tourist destination that host a casino, Southeast Asia's only Universal Studios attraction and luxury waterfront homes

From cicadas to solar eclipses, America seems to be experiencing the Year of Natural Wonders. Check out this travel guide to bug tourism hotspots in the USA

As Muslims worldwide embark on the annual Hajj pilgrimage, Mount Arafat stands as a sacred symbol of unity and reflection.

Sky gazers rejoice: Finnair airline adds Helsinki to Bodø flights for tourists to discover Norway’s midnight sun where the sun never sets in the summertime

Here are the places in Tuscany that you need to visit if you wish to ace the Instagram game like Manushi Chillar.

Tourism boom: Germany anticipates €1 billion windfall from foreign tourists travelling to the country for Euro 2024 Football Championship

More than 200 lots are being offered in the two-part "Vivienne Westwood: The Personal Collection" auction, made up of a live sale on June 25.

Train travel between Bangkok and Beijing is inching closer as Thailand prepares to expand its rail network.

In a bid to boost tourism, Madhya Pradesh unveils new intra-state air service with 50% discount on fares for first 30 days

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