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International Museum Day 2024: India’s finest museums to add to your must-visit list
In a nation as culturally rich as India, you will find numerous museums meticulously curating historical treasures, and serving as custodians of our abundant heritage. Today, on International Museum Day, we take you on a virtual tour to some of the finest museums in India that you should add to your travel wish list.
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Vietnam Airlines introduces A350 aircraft on flights between India & Vietnam
Starting from May 15, Vietnam Airlines now connects New Delhi to the bustling cities of Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City in Vietnam. According to Google Trends, Vietnam was the "Most Searched Destination for Indians in 2023." Currently, Vietnam Airlines operates 14 flights weekly from Delhi and Mumbai to Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City in Vietnam.
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Agra gets new white marvel, posing competition to Taj Mahal
A new white marble structure in Agra, which took more than 100 years to build, is now attracting a huge number of visitors. These visitors often draw comparisons between the iconic Taj Mahal and the newly constructed mausoleum of the founder of the Radha Soami sect in Soami Bagh, situated about 12 km away from the Taj Mahal.
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UAE launches 10-year Blue Residence Visa
In a significant step toward cultivating a culture of sustainability, the UAE Cabinet has greenlit a 10-year Blue Residence visa for individuals who have made exceptional contributions to environmental protection. This decision was announced by Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid, Vice President, Prime Minister, and Ruler of Dubai, following a Cabinet meeting at Qasr Al Watan in Abu Dhabi on Wednesday, May 15, 2024.
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Visa free travel between Russia, India likely by year end, says Russian min
Consultations between Russia and India on a bilateral agreement to ease travel will begin in June, a Russian minister has said, adding that Moscow and New Delhi were set to strengthen their tourism ties by launching visa-free group tourist exchanges.
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5 trending holiday destinations where Indians are travelling this summer
Indians are travelling like never before. If we go by the latest insights from the Mastercard Economics Institute's "Travel Trends 2024: Breaking Boundaries" report, it’s evident that the travel market is also growing. Its comprehensive analysis shows a remarkable surge in air travel, with a staggering 97 million passengers passing through Indian airports in the first quarter alone (January-March 2024).
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Uttarakhand government imposes ban on mobile phones near Char Dham Temples
In response to the surging number of tourists, the Uttarakhand government has implemented a ban on mobile phone usage within a 200-metre radius of the Kedarnath, Badrinath, Gangotri, and Yamunotri temples. This measure was decided during a special meeting on the Chardham pilgrimage, chaired by Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami.
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Flood alert across UK, people warned against travel. Why does UK experience extreme weather conditions?
Are you considering traveling this weekend in the UK? Do reconsider your plans as the government has issued flood alerts across the country. Due to the recent torrential rains and the surface water that has been left behind, the government has issued 30 flood alerts, only to rescind two of them at a later date.
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Kazakhstan | Visa-free travel policy with Vietnam introduced
The Kazakh government announced an agreement with Vietnam for a mutual visa-free travel policy.
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All about Jeddah Tower, the soon-to-be world’s tallest skyscraper
Burj Khalifa, the Empire State Building - what’s the common links between these iconic structures? Well, they have long held the esteemed title of the world's tallest skyscraper. However, soon a new structure will likely clinch the said title - Jeddah Tower, a neo-futuristic marvel planned in Saudi Arabia.
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Schengen Visa Demand Surges In India, Travel Plans Disrupted By Interview Slot Shortages
India saw an uptick in Schengen visa applications last year, with the total reaching 9.7 lakh, marking a 44 percent increase from the previous year’s 6.7 lakh. India ranked second in terms of the percentage increase in applications, trailing only China. Despite the surge in demand, the lack of available visa interview slots disrupted the travel plans of many Indians.
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European destinations continue strong performance for summer travel
According to the European Travel Commission’s (ETC) latest report, ‘Monitoring Sentiment for Intra-European Travel’ Wave 18,[1] intention to travel between May and October 2024 among surveyed Europeans has reached 75%.
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China allows visa-free entry for overseas groups on cruise ships to boost its sluggish inbound travel.
China will allow visa-free entry for foreign tour groups that come to the country via cruise ships in a further bid to attract international visitors and boost its sluggish inbound travel market. Overseas tour groups on cruise boats will be able to enter and stay in China without a visa for up to 15 days, according to the National Immigration Administration. The new policy will be effective from May 15.
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Mount Fuji Implements Online Booking System To Deal With Overcrowding
Mount Fuji, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, faces the challenge of balancing its accessibility with the need for responsible tourism and environmental protection. Hence, the online booking system aims to regularise the process for climbers and help with safety and overcrowding concerns.
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Rajasthan travel industry seeks infra push to boost wedding tourism
Rajasthan’s travel industry wants infrastructure and connectivity in the state to be improved to support the government’s plan to promote wedding tourism.
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Low visa fee can boost international tourists’ arrival to Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka has announced that it will retain the $50 fee for a 30-day visa for international visitors, following significant feedback from the tourism sector. This decision comes amid complaints that the previous increase to $75 made Sri Lanka’s visa the most expensive in Asia, potentially deterring tourists from choosing the island nation as their travel destination. This article delves into the details of the visa fee decision, the new e-visa system, and the country’s recent surge in tourist arrivals.
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UAE to offer visa support for Indians hosting Abu Dhabi destination weddings
Dubai: Do you fancy a destination wedding in a royal Emirati setting? To establish Abu Dhabi as a premier wedding destination, the Abu Dhabi Convention and Exhibition Bureau (ADCEB) has announced an initiative to extend visa support to Indian nationals hosting weddings across the Emirate.
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India to Cambodia first direct flight: Cambodia Angkor Air to launch direct flights between Phnom Penh and.....
The flow of tourists between India and Cambodia expected to double year-on-year, with direct flight connectivity and demand for medical tourism in India. Cambodia's national flag carrier Cambodia Angkor Air on Tuesday said the first-ever direct flight services between the two nations will start from June 16 between Phnom Penh and New Delhi four times a week on Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday.
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Where to see the northern lights all over the world
The thought of the Northern Lights is enough to get anyone dreaming of snow-capped scapes and psychedelic skies. Despite being the off-season, seven solar storms over the last weekend triggered solar flares that led to the surprise Aurora Borealis sightings across the world.
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5 latest VISA updates tailor -made for Indian Travellers
5 latest visa updates tailor-made for Indian travelers As the summer holiday planning frenzy takes hold, there's a silver lining for all those travelers eyeing Asian destinations for summer vacations.
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