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International Travel Debit Card: Check Top Cards To Elevate Your Travel And Luxury Experience
Like credit cards, several providers offer international debit cards that are especially useful for people who go overseas regularly. These international debit cards have benefits including travel discounts, lounge access, incremental reward points on foreign purchases, and other relevant elements. You might be able to get a cheap forex markup and cash withdrawal cost from some of these as well.
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Tamil Nadu To Launch Online Trekking Atlas For All Your Adventure Needs
Tamil Nadu's forest department is about to make your trekking adventures a whole lot easier. They're launching a brand new initiative – The Online Trekking Trail Atlas. This user-friendly online platform will be your one-stop shop for exploring the state's diverse trekking trails.
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Top travel trade shows around the world to attend this week for global travel industry leaders and
July 2024 is set to be an exciting month for the MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions) industry, with several significant travel events scheduled to take place across Asia and beyond. These events are essential for professionals in the tourism and travel sectors, providing opportunities for networking, learning, and discovering the latest trends and innovations.
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IMD issues alerts as Mumbai braces for intensified rainfall
The India Meteorology Department (IMD) has forecasted intensified rainfall for Mumbai and surrounding regions in the upcoming week. A yellow alert has been issued for Sunday, indicating expectations of moderate to heavy rainfall, followed by an orange alert for Monday, signaling the likelihood of heavy to very heavy rains. IMD officials attribute this anticipated intensification to the strengthening of westerly winds and the formation of a trough along the west coast, which create favorable conditions for substantial rainfall across the area.
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New Zealand tightens visa rules for foreign workers and families
On June 26, 2024, New Zealand implemented changes to its visa regulations that will impact certain foreign workers and their families. The new rules aim to streamline the visa application process and align it more closely with the country's economic and immigration priorities.
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Change in visa rules in Australia – how will it impact Indians
From July 1, 2024, individuals applying for an Australian student visa must initiate their application process from outside the country, rather than from within Australia. This change affects holders of certain visas, including Visitor and Temporary Graduate visas, who will no longer be permitted to apply for Student visas while residing in Australia. The Australian government emphasizes that it will only consider student visa applications from offshore applicants who demonstrate a genuine intention to pursue studies in Australia.
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Trip.Biz’s New Hotel Payment Solution Revolutionizes Corporate Travel Management
Trip.com Group’s corporate travel management brand, Trip.Biz, organized the Trip.Biz Corporate Travel Conference 2024 in Hong Kong, China, focusing on the theme “Transform for Growth: Harnessing Digitalized Business Travel for Time and Cost Savings.”
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UP govt announces expansion of three major cities
Yogi Adityanath's government has recently announced the plan for expansion of three cities in Uttar Pradesh. These cities are Varanasi, Gorakhpur and Prayagraj. According to a government official, the government plans to incorporate many villages into these cities, hence enhancing their development and growth.
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Air Arabia Launches Direct Sharjah-Athens Flights, Boosts Travel Options
Air Arabia, the leading low-cost carrier in the Middle East and North Africa, celebrated a milestone today with the launch of its inaugural flight connecting Sharjah International Airport to Athens International Airport. The new route will operate four non-stop weekly flights on Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, and Sundays.
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India now third in domestic air travel market
India has emerged as the world’s third-largest domestic aviation market, a significant achievement that has directly benefited Tier-2 and Tier-3 cities, according to President Droupadi Murmu.
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Sri Lanka is surging the travel Industry with new visa-free entry policy
Sri Lanka, an island nation in the Indian Ocean, is a captivating tourist destination renowned for its stunning beaches, rich cultural heritage, lush tea plantations, and vibrant wildlife. Visitors can explore ancient cities like Anuradhapura and Polonnaruwa, admire the sacred Temple of the Tooth in Kandy, or embark on scenic train journeys through the picturesque hill country. Adventure seekers can enjoy safaris in Yala National Park, while beach lovers can relax on the pristine shores of Mirissa and Unawatuna.
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Travel credit card fintech records 30% rise in travel bookings this summer
Travel credit card fintech Scapia on Friday said the company recorded a 30 per cent increase in domestic and international travel bookings on the platform during the summer season this year, compared to bookings in January.
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Thai Airways expands technology partnership with Amadeus
Thai Airways has renewed and expanded its distribution agreement with Amadeus to further enhance its travel retailing offerings. The carrier will revamp its website and mobile booking channels to offer its passengers a smooth and personalised travel experience.
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Madrid to use flamenco to draw tourists in from the heat
While temperatures in the morning are bearable, even Madrid's central Retiro Park "is ho 3:00 pm. The best places to take refuge are air conditioned, and that means museums, cinemas and libraries," said Madrid's city councillor for culture and tourism, Marta Rivera Cruz. The shows will features internationally renowned performers such as Yolanda Osun and Eduardo Guerrero. Madrid city hall said Wednesday it will offer free flamenco shows at air
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Singapore Tourism to host multi-city B2B roadshow in India highlighting "Made in Singapore" campaign
The 'Singapore Tourism Board Roadshow 2024: Holidays Made in Singapore' will feature 50 exhibitors from hotels, attractions, airlines, and cruise lines in Chennai, Hyderabad, Kolkata, and Ahmedabad from 8 to 12 July 2024. The event aims to strengthen partnerships with the Indian travel trade community and promote Singapore as a unique destination.
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Guwahati: Kamakhya Temple reopens after Ambubachi Mela, draws thousands of devotees
The revered Kamakhya Temple, a prominent seat of the Shakti cult, reopened its doors on Wednesday morning after a four-day closure for the annual Ambubachi Mela. The reopening saw a throng of devotees eager to offer their prayers and seek blessings at the famed temple.
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Notre-Dame cathedral to reopen on December 8; gets modern makeover
Paris's iconic Notre-Dame Cathedral is all set to reopen on December 8 after a rapid reconstruction following the devastating fire of 2019. The 860-year-old Gothic masterpiece has undergone an extensive transformation, blending its historic architecture with contemporary design elements.
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Air India’s A-350 to fly twice daily on Delhi-London Heathrow route from September 1
PUNE: Air India is set to transform the onboard experience for its guests on twice-daily flights between Delhi and London Heathrow with the deployment of its brand-new Airbus A350-900 aircraft, airline officials said. Starting from September 1, this route will mark the long-haul international debut of Air India’s flagship product.
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Western Australia’s Coral Coast Is the Road Trip Destination of Your Dreams
For the American traveler, Western Australia might seem a bit far out. Getting to Perth from New York requires at least a 24-hour, two-stop journey. It’s a long haul even for east coast Australians, who might prefer to spend the flight time jetting off to Bali. Once you’ve touched down in Australia’s largest state (more than three times the size of Texas), getting to know it will require driving for days on end—and, in some cases, calling in the help of a charter plane. The air begs for water and it’s so sparsely populated that your next town center is often few and far between. Some pretty gnarly creatures swarm these unforgiving environments, from reptiles with names like “Thorny Devil” and jellyfish the size of a penny, capable of doing serious damage.
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Moldova is surging the travel Industry with new visa-free entry policy for 63 countries
Entering Moldova is significantly easier for nationals from 63 countries, as they can do so without the need for a visa, making it an attractive destination for holidaymakers, leisure travelers, business travelers, and those on corporate travel. Moldova is surging the travel Industry with new visa-free entry policy for 63 countries, including Ukraine, US, Romania and Schengen Nations. The visa-free policy allows visitors to effortlessly plan their trips and explore Moldova’s rich cultural heritage, picturesque landscapes, and vibrant cities.
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