The Andhra Pradesh Tourism Authority signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Indian Culinary Institute to promote the state as a culinary tourism hub. The MoU was exchanged between representatives of the Indian Culinary Institute and Special Chief Secretary (Tourism) Ajay Jain in the presence of Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu. “The Chief Minister …
The North East India Tourism Confederation (NEITC) and the Association of Buddhist Tour Operators (ABTO) have entered into an agreement to foster collaboration in the field of travel and tourism, an official statement said. The memorandum of understanding (MoU) aims to strengthen tourism linkages with particular emphasis on the promotion of Buddhist pilgrimage across the …
As the vibrant tulip bloom transforms the landscape into a colourful paradise. Nestled in the foothills of the Tulip Garden has become a major attraction for visitors from across the country and beyond. With rows of tulips in full bloom, stretching across vast expanses in shades of red, yellow, pink, purple, and white, the garden …
Fresh snowfall in March has boosted new life into the tourism industry of Solang Valley. Snow-based activities, which had been suspended for a prolonged period due to a lack of snow, have now resumed. For the past few weeks, the absence of snow in the Valley had brought activities such as skiing, tube riding, and …
Union Civil Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu formally renamed Tuticorin Airport as Thoothukudi Airport in Tamil Nadu, saying that the renaming corrects a colonial legacy and re-establishes the true strength of our culture, heritage, and languages. He also declared the Madurai airport an international airport. Speaking to reporters here, Naidu called it a historic day …
In a move aimed at boosting eco-tourism and attracting modern travellers from within India and abroad, the Tamil Nadu Tourism Development Corporation (TTDC) has proposed the development of camping and glamping facilities at Jawadhu Hills in Tiruvannamalai district. Spread across 7.65 acres, the lesser-known hill destination is set to receive a facelift as part of …
Maria Dolores Aguirre`s family corner store has lived off tourism that has flowed into her charming cobblestoned town of Tapalpa, tucked away in the mountains of Jalisco state. That was until gunshots erupted and helicopters flew overhead as the Mexican army killed the country`s most powerful drug lord, just a few kilometers from her home. …
Academy Award-winning actor Robert Downey Jr will be the `godparent` for the Disney Adventure, the newest and largest ship in the Disney Cruise Line fleet, Disney announced on Tuesday. The announcement was made ahead of the vessel`s maiden voyage next month out of its home port in Singapore. “It`s impossible to describe the majesty of …
Lake Tahoe offers an all-season adventure playground for the discerning travellers. From soaring above the sapphire-blue water on a parasail to hiking alpine trails, witnessing salmon spawning in crystal-clear streams, or racing through snow-covered forests on a snowmobile, Lake Tahoe delivers unforgettable moments in every direction. Whether you crave adrenaline, wildlife encounters, or peaceful high-altitude …
The UNESCO World Heritage Darjeeling Himalayan Railway (DHR) has got its first woman Travelling Ticket Examiner (TTE) in its 145-year history. Sarita Yolmo, a veteran employee of the Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR), conducted the toy train from New Jalpaiguri to Darjeeling for the first time in her new role on February 5. “I am proud …
