Social media is playing a big role in influencing our travel plans as most inspiration today is increasingly digital, and artificial intelligence also becoming an important part of how Indians discover and plan their journeys. A recent survey by zingbus, based on 2,371 respondents, reveals how short-form content, AI-powered planning and trusted travel information are …
In an effort to preserve and promote the heritage of the world-famous Darjeeling Himalayan Railway (DHR) Toy Train, the Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) has recreated the historic 146-year-old Sukna railway station, introducing several tourist-centric initiatives amid record-breaking passenger footfall. The milestone was marked by cultural festivities at the station, including a ceremonial cake-cutting followed by …
As artificial intelligence becomes a growing starting point for trip planning, new data and on-ground patterns are revealing that AI is reshaping discovery, not decision-making. Travellers may arrive at a destination because an algorithm suggested it, but what determines where they stay, how long they stay and whether they return continues to be shaped by …
Seventy-one per cent of travellers are comfortable letting AI generate initial ideas, but only half will let it make a flight or hotel booking on their behalf or handle a disruption during the trip. A joint report titled “Winning Hearts in an Age of Infinite Travel Choices” by Skift Research and McKinsey & Company noted …
Most people are constantly choosing between the beaches and the mountains. For Mumbaikars, the beaches are the closest, and if you love them, and don’t miss out visiting them while you are travelling around the world, then there are many that you can explore. If you are visiting the USA, then there is a lot …
The United States of America loves its sports and that can be seen across the country with its wide variety of sports bars that have their own history with individual sports and their love for them. While there are many regions across the country, the Tri-Valley area in California is known to be a beloved …
Indian travellers are not waiting for long holidays, anniversaries or major career milestones to pack their bags. In 2026, they are officially shifting from milestone-led travel to lifestyle-led travel, turning everyday moments into prime getaway opportunities. New research commissioned by online travel platform Booking.com in partnership with YouGov, reveals that 58 per cent of Indian …
Uber and British tech company Wayve are launching London’s first self-driving taxi service on Thursday, giving residents a chance to use technology that’s already available in many US cities and other parts of the world. The two companies said they’re starting with a small rollout of Ford Mustang Mach-E electric vehicles outfitted with Wayve’s autonomous …
The Goa assembly has passed an amendment bill making it mandatory for shacks operating on private land within the Coastal Regulation Zone (CRZ) to register with the state tourism department. The Goa Registration of Tourist Trade (Amendment) Bill, 2026, seeks to bring such unregistered shacks under a regulatory framework and ensure compliance with prescribed safety …
Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu on Tuesday said Him-Chandigarh City in Solan district would be developed as a modern and sustainable urban centre with state-of-the-art infrastructure and essential civic amenities. He made the remarks after reviewing the progress of the proposed city in the Baddi area of Solan district. Sukhu said the state …
