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Mumbai Airport Issued Advisory For Passengers On Random Post-Arrival Testing
On Friday, Mumbai’s Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport issued an advisory to international passengers informing them of the latest Ministry of Health guidelines stating that 2% of all international passengers arriving at the airport must undergo random post-arrival Covid-19 testing at the airport. This new set of rules comes after an unexpected increase in Covid-19 cases in Japan, the United States, China, Brazil, South Korea and other countries.
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Mumbai Airport Issues Advisory for Domestic & International Passengers
On Wednesday, Mumbai’s Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (CSMIA) issued an advisory for both domestic and international passengers who are expected to travel from the airport in the coming weeks, advising them to arrive at the airport early. According to the advisory, international travellers should arrive at the airport at least 3.5 hours before their scheduled departure times, and domestic travellers should arrive at least 2.5 hours before. The advisory comes as a large influx of travellers is anticipated at the airport in the upcoming weeks due to the festive season. “Due to the onset of the festive season, Mumbai Airport is expecting a surge in passenger volume. We request all our passengers to allocate additional time for travel-related formalities and mandatory security protocols,” said Mumbai Airport in a Tweet.
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Why Astro Tourism is growing among domestic travellers in India?
ravel enthusiasts, who crave a holistic astronomy experience to give voice to their curiosity about the vast skies beyond our stratosphere, can gain an integrated astronomy experience through Astro Tourism, a trend that has seen an increasing number of travellers who are keen to get to experience activities such as stargazing, sun observations, stargazing parties with friends, experiential science activities and much more. The spike in Astro Tourism could be a result of the post pandemic world where many people are looking for less crowded and nature driven experiences or the offer of a sense of discovery as when you look up at the sky, you may see a big white moon or two bright stars that never twinkle but when you look at them through the telescope, the moon suddenly has massive features (craters, flat grey surfaces, highlands, etc.) of varied colours and the two bright stars are no longer stars – one is Jupiter, a big disc with a giant red dot on it (which in itself is a storm three times the size of the Earth) and the other is Saturn, with many rings around it.
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Coming soon, prepaid travel cards in Jaipur, Rajasthan
For seamless intra-city travel experience in Jaipur, the Jaipur City Transport Service Limited (JCTSL) will be rolling out prepaid travel cards, thus making city rides cashless. Those who take local transport like government city buses know all too well the hassle of not having changes while paying for their tickets.
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21 uninhabited Andaman and Nicobar islands named after decorated soldiers
"Christening of the 21 uninhabited islands of Andaman and Nicobar archipelago with names of Param Vir Chakra heroes is a real tribute to the soldiers who had given their today for our tomorrow,” said Andaman and Nicobar Islands MP Kuldeep Rai Sharma
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The Cool, Wild and Very Remote Andaman Islands
This archipelago in the Indian Ocean offers pristine nature, Indian culture, a glimpse of fascinating communities and some of the most spectacular beaches in the world. Chidiya Tapu beach outside Port Blair, the capital of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands, is one of the island group’s many beautiful beaches.
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Rajasthan witnesses 90.4% increase in domestic tourist arrival
Rajasthan has seen a 90.4 per cent increase in the number of domestic tourists compared to last year, an official statement said, adding that 1.64 lakh foreign tourists have visited the desert state till this September.
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December is for Mussoorie Winterline Carnival 2022, find out all about it here
Can’t decide how to spend the winter holidays… here's an idea. Head to Mussoorie in the last week of December for the annual Mussoorie Winterline Carnival 2022. The festival is doing a grand comeback after a gap of almost two years due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
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New UAE Rule Will Not Allow Passengers With Only One Name On The Passport To Travel
On November 21, 2022, Indian airlines in addition to Spicejet, Indigo, and Air India Express notified travel agents about the new UAE travel rule which states the modification in the naming guideline. It further states that passengers journeying from and to the UAE must make sure both their first names and surnames are mentioned in their passports.
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'Ibn Batuta of Kashmir' revives adventure tourism in Valley
When Danish Nabi alias Daniyal set out for a journey to follow his dreams, little did he know that he would come to be known as the 'Ibn Battuta of Kashmir' for exploring adventure tourism in the Valley.
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World’s longest river cruise from Varanasi to Assam via Bangladesh to start in January
As per the latest development, the world's longest luxury river cruise is all set to start its journey in January 2023, which will be a distance of around 4000 km. This was recently announced by Union Minister of Ports, Shipping, and Waterways Sarbananda Sonowal.
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Andamans all geared up for G20 curtain raiser
The curtain raiser event in Andamans will be hosted by G20’s India coordinator, Harsh Vardhan Shringla, in Taj Exotica, Havelock Islands in Andamans, it is reliably learnt.
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Visit South India to explore its diverse landscapes, heritage and cuisine
South India, a melting point of cultures that features rich landscapes, heritage, culture and cuisine. From impressive relics of past civilisations and splendid architectural heritage of bygone empires, to chic, modern cities; from myriad facades of changing hillscapes to cascading coastlines of limitless seas; South India has something for all.
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This winter, enjoy a night ride aboard Darjeeling toy train!
One of the prominent tourist attractions in Darjeeling is the Darjeeling toy train, which continues to lure tourists from far and near. Launched in 1881, travelling in this train still features in the travel wishlist of almost all train lovers.
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G20 summit throws spotlight on revival of the tropical island Bali's tourism
Dozens of world leaders and other dignitaries are travelling to Bali for the G-20 summit, drawing a welcome spotlight on the revival of the tropical island's vital tourism sector.
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Hoteliers, houseboat & shikara operators in Kashmir optimistic on witnessing surge in tourism
Srinagar's postcard perfect Dal Lake has been drawing a large number of tourists in the past few weeks for shikara rides while the lights on ornately carved houseboats are shimmering again as the Kashmir Valley has witnessed a huge tourism influx in recent months.
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Winter tourism: 6 adventurous winter activities and sports you must try
From skiing to snowboarding, here are India's most adventurous sports and activities that you must try this winter season.
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Best places to visit in Andaman and Nicobar
With their perpetually blue sky and white sand beaches, the Andaman and Nicobar Islands are a picture-perfect spot to spend a vacation. The 572 islands in this archipelago provide something for everyone. The city of Port Blair, the capital, is a great jumping-off point for many exciting excursions. It is a great place to learn about other cultures and see a wide variety of plants, animals, and marine life. Nearby Neil Island is an ideal hideaway for discovering sea caves and exotic aquatic life. The finest site to immerse in the waves is undoubtedly Havelock Island, with its sun-kissed beach and clear seas. Baratang Island is another option, and it offers everything from gorgeous beaches and limestone caverns to creepy skeletons and beautiful sunsets.
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Kerala to become women-friendly tourism destination
In a country-first initiative, Kerala is set to become a fully women-friendly tourism destination by implementing a comprehensive project to encourage the participation of women in all tourism activities and attract more women tourists to the state, Tourism Minister PA Mohamed Riyas said on Wednesday.
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Get ready for Saffron Festival, Houseboat Festival in Kashmir
Come November, Kashmir will be hosting two festivals – Saffron Festival and Houseboat Festival. The first two weeks of November will be all about celebrating the rich tradition and culture of Kashmir Valley. If you are looking for a reason to visit Kashmir, these cultural festivals are more than apt.
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