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Small yet highly advanced, Malta is one of the Mediterranean’s best-kept secrets and one of Europe’s leading investment locations, driven by its reputation for stability, predictability, and security. The island nation’s strategic location between Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East is perfect for business owners, and its stable political climate makes holds great appeal to anyone seeking an alternative residence. Now, with a minimum investment of EUR 175,000, you can acquire Maltese residence including visa-free access to Europe’s Schengen Area in a matter of months via the Malta Permanent Residence Programme. A prime location for business and private residence ... Read more

Pilgrimage to the Himalayan temples of Kedarnath, Gangotri and Yamunotri resumed on Wednesday with the weather clearing up across Uttarakhand. The pilgrimage to Badrinath, however, could not resume as the Pipalkoti-Joshinath-Badrinath stretch of the national highway remained blocked at several places due to a landslides, Chardham Devasthanam Board Media incharge Harish Gaud said. As the weather improved, pilgrims waiting at different stopovers on way to Kedarnath began reaching Sonprayag to visit the temple. Former Uttarakhand Chief Minister and Maharashtra Governor Bhagat Singh Koshyari was also among 4,475 devotees who visited Kedarnath on Wednesday. A total of 1,433 pilgrims visited Gangotri ... Read more

India’s first liquor museum opens in Goa. The museum, titled ‘All About Alcohol’, was built by a businessman named Nandan Kuchadkar. The museum is spread over an area of ​​13,000 square feet. Situated at a distance of 10 km from Panaji, the museum is open from 3 pm to 9 pm. This is a start to let the world know about the legacy of Feni, Goa’s unique liquor. Nandan says that when such a thing came to his mind, he inquired whether there was such a museum anywhere in the world. He added that countries like Scotland and Russia are ... Read more

LEGOLAND® Malaysia Resort reopened on 14th October. Families and fans can now have their long-desired chance to enjoy a complete experience as LEGOLAND Theme Park, Water Park, Hotel, and SEA LIFE Malaysia return to operation. LEGOLAND Hotel and SEA LIFE  started daily operations. LEGOLAND Theme Park already opened from 14th October and Water Park will be open from 27th October. LEGOLAND® Malaysia Resort is also gracing guests with a brand new attraction, Planet LEGOLAND®. It is an immersive build experience that encourages children and their parents to unleash their imaginations by building, unbuilding, and rebuilding the world of their dreams ... Read more

Julia Simpson, WTTC President & CEO said: “It is great news that the U.S. will reopen its borders to fully-vaccinated travellers from the UK and EU from Nov 8. It has been a long time coming, but the Travel & Tourism businesses on both sides of the Atlantic will be breathing a sigh of relief. “Visitors from the EU and the UK contributed more than $46 billion to the U.S economy in 2019, showing just how critical this move will be to the U.S recovery. “WTTC believe governments should axe red lists completely, and instead base the risk on individuals ... Read more

Sri Lanka has consistently ranked among the world’s favorite destinations for travellers seeking unadulterated escapism and the experience of a lifetime. The island offers a unique mix of sensory delights, making it a must-visit for the traveler that yearns to be inspired and awed. According to the Conde Nast 2021 Readers’ Choice Awards, Sri Lanka ranks among ‘The Best Countries to Travel to’, as voted for by Condé Nast Traveler’s readers. The prestigious travel publication Condé Nast Traveler invites readers to submit their vote for the destinations and experiences they wholeheartedly recommend. In the most recent survey, over 800, 000 ... Read more

Including 7 routes between Thailand and European cities in support of the Phuket Sandbox program, 10 routes between Bangkok and European cities, and 19 routes between Bangkok and Asian cities. Thai Airways International (THAI) has announced its winter flight program during 31 October 2021 – 26 March 2022. Mr. Nond Kalinta, THAI’s Chief Commercial Officer, said THAI has arranged and adjusted its flight schedules and offered full inflight services, as per the latest COVID-19 control measures in support of the government’s policy to welcome international visitors to Thailand as of 1 November, 2021, and in response to increasing demands for ... Read more

Amid chanting of Vedic hymns and blowing of conch, Ravana was worshipped at a Shiva temple here on Friday when the country celebrated Dusshera to mark the victory of Lord Ram over the demon king. The event was organised by the Lankesh Mitra Mandal at the temple on the banks of the Yamuna river. Like a drive against crop residue burning, the government should also start a drive against Ravana’s effigy burning as it also pollutes the environment, the mandal’s national president Omveer Saraswat said. Crop residue burning in some northern states cause high levels of air pollution in the ... Read more

The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) says the UK’s Travel & Tourism sector’s year on year recovery may only claw back a third, whilst international travel spending continues to plummet. Latest research from WTTC, which represents the global Travel & Tourism sector, shows the recovery has been severely delayed by the lack of spending from international visitors. WTTC blames strict travel restrictions, such as the destructive ‘traffic light’ system, for wreaking havoc on the sector. Now, despite its highly successful vaccine rollout, the UK is set to record further losses in inbound visitor spending than the previous year, a ... Read more

The ‘Tourism Experiences of the Future’ challenge will source innovative ideas and disruptive business models related to the tourism needs of the future, in line with growing demand for new experiences. All proposals must be aligned with the Sustainable Development Goals and should include the introduction or adaptation of digital and technological elements, as well as being focused at least one of the following areas: Optimizing and maximizing the potential of experiential tourism Harnessing the positive impact of new technology Alternative business models Innovative experiences The competition is the first national initiative dedicated to identifying new companies that will lead ... Read more

SpiceJet on Wednesday said it has launched a revamped website with improved features to offer its customers superior experience. “The use of latest technology has helped ensure that SpiceJet’s system (revamped website) is fast, scalable and secure,” the private airline said in a statement. It said the new website is designed to facilitate quick changes, making fast introduction of new products and offers to the customers. “The new website will also allow passengers to check and compare seven days lowest fares on our enhanced flight selection page with additional filter options,” the airline added.

Giving a major impetus to “Keravan Kerala”, the state government’s unique initiative to promote stakeholder-friendly Caravan Tourism, auto major BharatBenz on Tuesday rolled out a spanking new and feature-laden vehicle, the first of its kind in the coach industry for the tourism sector. The customized stylish vehicle, equipped with all the trappings for a smooth ride and comfortable stay, was jointly launched by Tourism Minister P A Mohamed Riyas and Transport Minister Antony Raju at a function in the city, the Tourism Department said in a release here. Speaking on the occasion, Riyas said “Caravan Tourism is going to provide ... Read more

Athirappilly – Vazhachal – Thumburmuzhi DMC’s Malakappara Jungle Safari has resumed after a gap of two years. Saneesh Kumar Joseph MLA flagged off at a function held at Chalakudy PWD Rest House. The travel package was put on hold due to the covid epidemic. ML said that in addition to the existing travel package to Malakappara, it has been decided to start a new package including Myladumpara. The Jungle Safari is a 90 km long journey. In addition to the tourist attractions at Thumburmuzhi, Shalabodyanam, Thookupalam, Athirappilly, Vazhachal, Charpa Falls, Peringalkuthu, Sholayar Dams, Anakkayam and Malakappara, the new package will ... Read more

Now in its 15th year, the Training Programme once again served as the leading platform for the region’s tourism leaders to network and develop strategies for guiding the sector forward. The event brought together representatives of 25 countries, with six (Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Iran, Sri Lanka, Mongolia and Nepal) joining hosts the Maldives to attend the training sessions in person. High-level political welcome The Minister of Tourism of the Maldives, Dr. Abdulla Mausoom, officially opened the Training Session, welcoming delegates taking part in person and online. Further highlighting the host country’s high-level political support for tourism, the UNWTO leadership also met ... Read more

The Union Home Ministry on Thursday announced that with this, the restrictions placed on visa and international travel since March 2020 due to the coronavirus pandemic stand further eased given the present overall pandemic situation. After considering various inputs, the ministry has decided to begin granting of fresh tourist visas for foreigners coming to India through chartered flights with effect from October 15, 2021, a home ministry statement said. Foreign tourists entering into India by flights other than chartered aircraft would be able to do so only with effect from November 15, 2021 on fresh tourist visas. All due protocols ... Read more