Malaysia has successfully welcomed 1,009,114 Indian tourists between January and November 2024, achieving remarkable growth. This 71.7 per cent increase from 2023 is attributed to the introduction of free visa entry and enhanced flight connectivity, including new routes by Indigo Airlines. The growth positions Malaysia as a leading destination ahead of Visit Malaysia Year 2026.
The launch of the Airbnb Entrepreneurship Academy in Goa is a milestone in promoting sustainable tourism, empowering the local communities, and redefining the travel landscape in India. With plans to expand this model across the country, Airbnb is poised to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of tourism.
Sabah has recorded significant growth in Indian tourist arrivals, with 7,249 visitors between January and September 2024, surpassing last year’s total. Targeting over 10,000 arrivals for 2024, the Sabah Tourism Board has partnered with Blink Brand Solutions for a joint marketing campaign to increase awareness and further tap into India’s growing outbound travel market.
From the wild wonders of a national park in Ireland to a perfect pastry in a Portuguese surfing town, our tipsters revel in surprises on their travels Sweet, soft, crispy, satisfyingly dense yet fluffy – we have found the perfect pastry. It’s all we think about when we wake up in delightful Ericeira, 30 miles…
The rise in intercity mobility was underpinned by expanded national highway networks and expressways, which have made long-distance journeys smoother and more time-efficient. According to the data, Sundays emerged as the most popular day for trips, followed by Saturdays and Fridays, signaling a clear preference for weekend travel. Reserve bookings more than doubled in 2024,…
Winter on the Scottish isle is a thrill for our writer, a reminder that the ‘bad’ elements can be as exhilarating and restorative as sunshine It had been hard to judge the wind’s strength. On the Isle of Skye there aren’t many trees to bend, and despite the low temperatures the chimneys of the few…
From stunning scenery to great food and après-ski fun, here’s how to make the most of your time alone Holidays for all budgets and levels of single skier are on offer from Ski Gathering, catering for beginners, under-35s and over-50s, with different room types at each hotel (single, twin or triple share, priced accordingly). If…
As per the written reply given by the Tourism Minister in the parliament, the number of total registered and approved tourism service providers in India is just over 1,400. As per the state-wise list of approved and registered travel agents/tour operators furnished by the minister, the national capital, Delhi, has the highest number of approved…
Guardian travel writers share their discoveries of the year, taking in food, art, history and wildlife Travelling down Turkey’s Turquoise Coast, my wife and I stumbled on İztuzu beach by accident. Almost three miles of sand stretches in a slender spit between a river delta and the sea, ringed by high mountains. Continue reading…
Under the leadership of Julia Simpson, the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) is at the forefront of reshaping the global travel & tourism landscape. With the sector rebounding strongly post-pandemic, Simpson discusses ambitious growth projections, the role of sustainable practices, and the council’s innovative initiatives. Here’s a look into WTTC’s strategies and vision for…
