In order to promote tourism in the Northeast region of India, Sikkim makes a foray into better connectivity. An airport in Pakyong, only 35km away from the capital city of Gangtok, will be ready by December 2016. Better road  connectivity is also on the cards for the region, in order to make travels safer and […]

As part of the Heritage Arc, and the base for the Buddist circuit, Varanasi is an important junction in Uttar Pradesh Slow but steadily increasing its portfolio in India, Vistara has announced bookings for the latest destination– Varanasi. The city is 12th on the list of many that Vistara has already started operations in. The […]

The Maharashtra Tourism Development Corporation (MTDC) has joined hands with Girisons Airways to roll out Heli Tourism in Mumbai. As a commemoration to the World Tourism Day, short helicopters flights will operate from Juhu airport every Sunday for 15 minutes at the cost of Rs 3,939 excluding taxes for tourists. A veritable way  of seeing […]

Taj Mahal. Lucknow, the capital of the state, is the ideal location as it offers a vast sightseeing platter and access to key cities. With exquisite options, comprising of both local Awadhi and International cuisine, in-house patisserie and a poolside bar on the 16th floor, the hotel has a robust line up of dining spaces. […]

Starwood’s Aloft chain of hotels has been getting a lot of traction for the last few years in Chennai, Bangalore and Chandigarh. The boutique hotel is now gearing up for the capital of the country, to offer its impeccable service and a host of facilities. The New Delhi Aloft will find its address close to […]

Luxury hotel Shangri-La Hotel has extended operations to the IT Capital of the country, Bangalore with a stunning 387-roomed hotel. Located at one of the most prime addresses of the Garden City, the hotel overlooks the green cover of Cubbon Park, with a view of the Bangalore Palace in the distance. There are comfortably appointed […]

Kochi has become the first Indian city to be granted membership of Beijing-headquartered World Tourism Cities Federation (WTCF) Council with Kerala’s Tourism Department accepting the invitation to join its league of leading tourism cities across the world. A leading destination for India, Kochi well deserves the entry. This will be an opportunity for the two […]

The buzz around eTV doesn’t seem to be settling down. The Government has recently extended the service to 36 more countries since August 2015. The new countries being included in e-Tourist Visa scheme are United Kingdom, Ireland, Malaysia, Sweden, Spain, Belgium, Argentina, Netherlands, Seychelles, Andorra, Armenia, Aruba, Bolivia, Colombia, Cuba, East Timor, Guatemala, Hungary, Jamaica, […]

Electronic visas have been stirring up a storm in the tourism industry. More heartening news concludes the first half of the year as India sees a rise of 900% in the January-July, 2015 period. During these months a total of 1,47,690 tourists arrived on e-Tourist Visa as compared to 14,415 during January-July, 2014, registering a […]

With Bengaluru retaining its charm for International businesses coming into the city, it is imperative that it continues to make space for high-end hotels. Come September and Shangri-La Hotel will enter Bengaluru with a special introductory rate from Rs 9,500 per double room, per night. This will include a Rs 3,000 credit, which can be […]

‘Fortune Park’ launches its 48th venture of the Fortune group of hotels by paving its way into Gujarat’s major city, Ahmedabad. With the rising popularity of Ahmedabad and Gandhinagar as business hubs, this is an opportune time for the hotel. It is styled as a contemporary business hotel  with easy access to the airport as […]

The burgeoning list of countries that are eligible for the e-tourist visa, introduced by the Government of India, has a new entrant from 30th July onwards. In a bid to increase the list to 150 countries that will be able to avail this facility, the news of China, Hong Kong and Macau being added to […]

With the growing need for better and faster connectivity within Indian cities, it is imperative that a new road is paved for additional airports. This has come true, with the GOI granting funds ‘in principle’ for fourteen more Greenfield airports within the country. Cities like Mopa in Goa, Navi Mumbai, Sindhudurg and Shirdi in Maharashtra, […]

With the swelling crowds to Tirumala temple, there is always  room (quite literally) for good service by additional hotels in the city of Tirupati. Ginger has stepped into the temple city with great access to the key temples and brilliant hospitality, a la Ginger. Rahul Pandit, CEO, Roots Corporation, said, “We are pleased to present […]

Goa is regarded as a worldclass destination. To boost the success story of this small seaside state, the Indian Government has sanctioned Rs 64.95 crore for tourism. The Centre has allotted Rs 40.40 lakh towards integrated infrastructure for heritage and hinterland development of tourism in Goa. The Institute of Hotel Management and Catering Technology gets […]

The heart of the Golden Triangle, Agra, leaves no stone unturned where hospitality is concerned. One of the top hotels of the city, The Howard Plaza, has changed its management to Concept Hospitality. The 86-room hotel will now be re-christened Howard Plaza The Fern-Agra under CG Hotels & Resorts’ ‘The Fern’ brand. Located in the […]

The sound of ‘Experience Bengal’ will resonate in the state, as West Bengal launches its brand new identity. The tourism wing of West Bengal Tourism revealed its re-branding, which talks of the state as ‘the sweetest part of India’. It now brings other destinations in its folds, moving away from the usual suspects like Kolkata […]

India’s journey into expanding its tourist base now spreads its wings to Sweden. The country will soon be extended the e-Tourist Visa facility. This news came from the presidential quarters when President Pranab Mukherjee said as he invited the Nordic country to be a part of government’s flagship programmes like the ‘Make in India’ initiative. […]

The Goa International airport is all set to welcome e-Tourist Visa (eTV) arrivals from the second list of 31 countries, which were enlisted for the new facility by the Centre. Given that the state is in the middle of the monsoon season, this will prove to be a big boost. The first list included 45 […]

Union Minister of State (MoS) for Culture and Tourism (Independent Charge) and MoS for Civil Aviation, Dr. Mahesh Sharma, was at the helm of the ‘Visit Kerala’  2015-16 launch, an all-year tourism campaign focusing on a lifetime experience to travellers coming to the state. Kerala has raised the bar high and set ultimate standards to […]

The sound of ‘Experience Bengal’ will resonate in the state, as West Bengal launches its brand new identity. The tourism wing of West Bengal Tourism revealed its re-branding, which talks of the state as ‘the sweetest part of India’. It now brings other destinations in its folds, moving away from the usual suspects like Kolkata […]

Inter Continental Hotels Group (IHG) has opened its first Holiday Inn in Chandigarh Panchkula. It is the tenth Holiday Inn hotel in India. Located on the Kalka Shimla Highway, the hotel provides easy access to a number of tourist attractions as well as commercial hubs, making it a great choice for both business and leisure […]