Sri Lanka has announced that nationals from 40 countries will be eligible to obtain a free tourist Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) for stays of up to 30 days, with effect from May 25, 2026. According to the revised policy, the free ETA facility will apply to travellers holding diplomatic, official, service and ordinary passports from […]

Sri Lanka has surpassed one million international tourist arrivals before the end of May 2026 for the second consecutive year, highlighting the continued recovery and steady growth of the country’s tourism sector. Despite a temporary slowdown during March and April due to global travel uncertainties, Sri Lanka continues to witness strong international demand, with key […]

India successfully chaired the 1st BRICS 2026 Tourism Working Group Meeting in virtual mode on May 25, 2026, focusing on key tourism priorities including Artificial Intelligence, sustainability, tourism skilling and seamless travel facilitation. Held under India’s BRICS 2026 Chairship, the meeting brought together member nations to advance cooperation under the theme “Building for Resilience, Innovation, […]

India’s Ministry of Health and Family Welfare has issued a health advisory for passengers arriving from or transiting through Ebola-affected countries, including the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Uganda and South Sudan. Travellers arriving from these regions have been advised to report to airport health authorities if they experience symptoms such as fever, fatigue, headache, […]

ITC Hotels has announced the acquisition of The Zuri Kumarakom Resort & Spa in Kerala. Located in the scenic Kumarakom backwaters, the luxury resort will become ITC Hotels’ first owned property in Kerala, further strengthening the company’s presence in the growing leisure and wellness tourism segment.

Marriott International has announced a major expansion milestone for its Series by Marriott brand in India, developed in collaboration with Concept Hospitality Private Limited (CHPL). Within just six months of its debut, the brand has signed 75 hotels across the country, with 50 properties already operational. The growing portfolio now spans 43 cities across Tier […]

Vietnam’s national carrier, Vietnam Airlines, has officially announced the launch of direct flights between Colombo and Ho Chi Minh City, marking a major milestone in strengthening tourism, trade, investment, and connectivity between Sri Lanka and Vietnam. Scheduled to commence in October 2026, the new direct service will operate three weekly flights between Colombo and Ho […]

Swiss International Air Lines will launch five weekly nonstop flights between Bengaluru and Zurich from October 2026. Bengaluru becomes SWISS’s latest Indian destination and the airline’s third Lufthansa Group gateway from the city, alongside Frankfurt and Munich. The airline said the new route has been introduced to meet rising demand from business travellers, technology professionals, […]

In a major achievement for India, Hyderabad won the overall ‘World Green City Award 2022’, along with an award for ‘Living Green for Economic Recovery and Inclusive Growth’ on October 14 in South Korea. The International Association of Horticulture Producers (AIPH) 2022 World Green City Awards 2022 were held in Jeju Islands, where the city […]

Rajasthan’s royal past and vibrant culture make it an enchanting destination for tourists worldwide. The state has something for all travellers–the leisure lover, adventure seeker, or history buff. But if you thought forts and dunes were all the state had in store for you, then the State government’s newest venture adds another reason for planning […]

In a good news for wildlife lovers, the Tamil Nadu Government has notified India’s first sanctuary for the endangered Slender Loris. Slender Loris is a small, nocturnal primate, commonly found in the tropical scrub and deciduous forests of Southern India and Sri Lanka. The sanctuary, ‘Kadavur Slender Loris Sanctuary’ will come up in Karur and […]

Indian Hotels Company (IHCL), announced its debut in the North Eastern state of Meghalaya, with the opening of Vivanta Meghalaya, Shillong. Located in the heart of the state’s capital, the stylishly designed hotel, brings alive the breath-taking beauty of the hills of Shillong. Featuring a combination of 101 rooms and suites, Vivanta Meghalaya is located […]

Bhutan recently opened its borders, and one of the primary highlights has been the comeback of the 16th century Trans Bhutan Trail (TBT), which has for the longest time served as a pilgrimage route for Buddhists from the east travelling to the most sacred sites in the western region. The trail has been thrown open […]

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma and Sadhguru Jaggi Vasudeva of Isha Foundation formally opened the Kaziranga National Park (KNP) for tourists for the forthcoming season on 24th September 2022. Elephant safari and jeep safari in the park were closed in May due to the monsoon. Sadhguru and the chief minister, accompanied by Tourism Minister […]

The world is created with some beautiful landscapes and it has some unique eye-catching landmarks that enhance the beauty of the planet. These notable landmarks dotted across the globe are what attract tourists. So here we bring you the names of some of the world’s most loved and popular landmarks, based on the ranking in […]

After nearly three years of closure, Bhutan has finally reopened its doors to international travellers for the first time since the breakout of coronavirus. From 23 September foreign visitors were once again able to fly into Paro airport and explore the beautiful Buddhist kingdom located within the Himalayan mountains. Those who visit will be able […]

Over 90 airports in the country will be carbon-neutral by 2024, while the number of airports will rise to 220 in the next five years, Aviation Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia said. Currently, the country has 141 airports, of which Kochi and Delhi airports are carbon-neutral, the Minister said. “Civil aviation is a highly visible sector, it’s […]

The Alliance Air has expanded its network in Himachal Pradesh so that commuters can fly to Delhi-Shimla-Delhi daily, Alliance Air said in a statement. “With the vision of connecting New India, it is our endeavour to offer better air connectivity between Tier-2 / Tier-3 towns to their closest city hubs. Keeping with this endeavour, Alliance […]

Thai Vietjet, a Thai registered low-cost airline, announces its new international services from Ahmedabad to Bangkok (Suvarnabhumi), starting from 21 October 2022. “We are delighted to connect Thailand with one of the largest cities of India – Ahmedabad, India’s first World Heritage City, providing Thai people more opportunities and flexible choices to travel to India. […]

Haryana is all set to become home to the world’s largest museum of Harappan culture. Rakhigarhi is a village in Hisar district of Haryana, situated some 150 km from Delhi. The village is also a famous archaeological site from the Indus Valley civilisation period. On 11 September Chief Minister of the state Manohar Lal Khattar […]

Vietjet has launched two new routes from Phu Quoc to Mumbai and New Dehli. This new service from the island of Phu Quoc to Mumbai will operate with two return flights a week, and New Dehli, three times a week. Vietjet is currently the airline operating the most services between Vietnam and India with 6 […]

ITA Airways, Italy’s state-owned flag carrier airline, is expanding its intercontinental network and has announced a new flight from Rome Fiumicino to New Delhi’s Indira Gandhi International Airport effective from December 03, 2022. According to ITA Airways, the new route will be operated with Airbus A330s, with three weekly scheduled flights on every Monday, Wednesday, […]