While the typical New Year’s Eve itinerary often involves the high-energy beach parties of Goa or the crowded ridges of the Himalayas, a growing community of travellers is seeking a different rhythm. For those tired of the nightclub scene, the focus has shifted toward destinations that offer a slow and meaningful start to the year. …
Travel in 2026 is shaping up to be more intentional, personal and deeply connected to meaning. After years of rapid shifts in how we move across the world, this year’s trends show that travellers are craving depth over speed, mindfulness over FOMO, and thoughtful exploration over packed bucket lists. From AI-assisted planning to road-led wanderings …
A targeted strategy is needed to convert the rising pilgrim footfall in Jammu into longer tourist stays by promoting the region`s wider leisure, heritage, adventure and spiritual attractions beyond the main pilgrimage route, Chief Secretary Atal Dulloo has said. He stressed on proactive use of digital platforms and social media, including collaboration with influencers, to …
Dubai International Airport, the world`s busiest for international travel, has seen 93.8 million passengers already pass through its terminals this year, blowing past last year`s record-setting results, officials announced Wednesday. The rapid growth of passengers at the airport underscores Dubai as a key hub for East-West travel in global aviation and the need for its …
A new travel research has made interesting revelations about the way travellers are going to embark on journeys in the coming year. The annual Travel Predictions research by Booking.com reveals that in 2026 travellers are designing trips as unique as they are – curating journeys that reflect exactly who they are, what they want and …
To promote eco-adventure tourism, the Andaman and Nicobar Islands government is going to organise `Island Trekking Festival` at Mount Harriet (now known as Mount Manipur), which is the third-highest peak in the archipelago, on November 15, an official said. The Tourism department is organising the festival with the assistance of the Environment and Forests department …
A new research has revealed interesting insights into how food is playing a central role in shaping the holiday home experience for travellers. Indian travellers are increasingly choosing holiday homes for the privacy and relaxed setting to enjoy meals, the flexibility to cook, the home-like environment that enriches culinary experiences and easier access to authentic …
The beauty about the holiday season is that you get to see so many different kinds of celebrations around the world, and it is no different with the USA. Among the many, Louisiana celebrates Christmas with grandeur, blending cultures and traditions into a unique experience. The festive season ushers in diverse celebrations from parades to …
Tourist footfalls have plummeted in Manipur to nearly 17,000 in 2024-25 from 1.79 lakh in 2019-20, amid ethnic violence between Meiteis and the Kuki-Zo community continuing for more than two years, a statement said. Not only the unrest in the state, but also the exorbitant airfare is a factor responsible for the decline in the …
The iconic Atal Bridge over the Sabarmati River in Ahmedabad (India`s first heritage city) has become a significant attraction for city residents as well as tourists from across the country and abroad. Whether during Diwali or summer vacations, the Atal Foot Over Bridge has emerged as one of the most popular destinations for visitors, said …
