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…
The Royal Thai Embassy in New Delhi has announced the implementation of Thailand’s Electronic Visa (e-Visa) system in India, effective January 1, 2025. Non-Thai nationals will apply for visas online via the official website, with offline payment options available. Applications under the current system will be accepted until mid to late December 2024, depending on…
Share a tip on a great, under-the-radar sunshine escape – the best tip wins £200 towards a Coolstays break At this time of year, with the long UK winter stretching out before us, thoughts often turn to sunnier climes and future holidays. We’d love to know where you’ve escaped to in Europe for some sun,…
Manageable in scale but crammed with history and nature, North Macedonia is a perfect introduction to the underexplored west Balkans Trains no longer arrive at Belgrade’s riverside main station, at the foot of the limestone scarp that gave the white city its name. Today, the yellow stucco facade faces a gleaming new statue, eight storeys…
The Federation of Associations in Indian Tourism and Hospitality (FAITH) elected its office bearers for 2024-2026. Puneet Chhatwal was re-elected as Chairman, alongside other key members. The elected officials pledged to collaborate towards achieving the industry’s growth targets and contributing to the Indian economy, aligning with the Prime Minister’s vision.
