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Nepal resumes visa on arrival for foreign tourists in bid to revive tourism

Source: Hindustan TimesDate: 26th September, 2021

In a notice on Thursday, the Immigration Department of Nepal said foreign travellers to Nepal can obtain visas on arrival if the applicants have received both doses of the Covid-19 vaccine at least 14 days in advance. In a bid to revive its struggling tourism industry, the Nepal government has done away with its seven-day mandatory Covid-19 quarantine for foreign tourists and resumed issuing visas on arrival to vaccinated travellers. In another major boost to the sector, major airlines have announced the resumption of the much in demand mountain flights, which draw lakhs of tourists each

Want to visit casinos in Goa? Carry your RT PCR negative report

Source: Times Of IndiaDate: 23rd September, 2021

Given the current pandemic situation, the Goa government announced the reopening of the state and issued fresh guidelines. Casinos, which are an important part of Goa tourism, also reopened on Monday. But according to the fresh guidelines, only fully vaccinated people or those carrying their negative RT PCR test reports would be allowed entry. The announcement was made by the state Chief Minister Pramod Sawant on Saturday wherein he said the government’s expert committee decided to restart casinos, spas, massage parlours as the virus cases have declined. The CM also said

UK approves Covishield vaccine, but Indian travellers still need to quarantine

Source: Times Of IndiaDate: 23rd September, 2021

The United Kingdom has finally approved Covishield in a revised travel advisory. According to the UK government, ‘Formulations of the four listed vaccines, such as AstraZeneca Covishield, AstraZeneca Vaxzeveria and Moderna Takeda’, qualify as approved vaccines. However this does not mean that Indians will not have to quarantine for ten days. That rule still stays. So even if you are vaccinated with both doses of Covishield, you will have to quarantine for ten days upon arrival in the UK. But why is it so? According to the UK government, there is an issue with the vacc

FLIGHTS LINK BETWEEN INDIA & CANADA ESTABLISHED AGAIN

Source: LIVEFROMALOUNGEDate: 21st September, 2021

With the second wave of CoVid-19 spreading like crazy around India in April 2021, Canada pulled out all sorts of air links with India to prevent the travel of the virus from India to their shores, just like they did with many other countries at the time. The good news is, Canada has finally opened up for India again. Over the past few months, Canada has applied a tough stance to India, not accepting India’s RT-PCR testing standards and insisting on a third-country test for those wanting to enter Canada from India. Hence, even after the Canadian borders opened earlier in September 2021,

AFTER FAVOURABLE HC VERDIT, UTTARKHAND GOVERNMENT OPENS CHARDHAM YATRA.

Source: THE ECONOMIC TIMESDate: 20th September, 2021

Taking into account the improved Covid-19 scenario in Uttarakhand, the High Court has removed the stay imposed on Chardham Yatra in June this year with capping on the number of devotees. This comes as a big relief for the state government as well as the travel and hospitality industry . The Uttarakhand government has moved quickly and notified the resumption of the Chardham Yatra in the state from today after the High Court bench headed by the Chief Justice Raghvendra Singh Chauhan removed the stay on the annual yatra in June this year on the basis of a Public Interest Litigat

Chile to welcome vaccinated overseas visitors from Oct 1; 5 days quarantine mandatory

Source: TIMES OF INDIADate: 18th September, 2021

The Chile Tourism Board has announced plans to reopen borders for international tourists who are fully vaccinated from October 1. However all the visitors will have to undergo a mandatory five-day quarantine period. In order to enter the country, visitors must carry their proof of vaccination through which they will receive a Mobility Pass issued by the Chilean Ministry of Health. The Chile tourism board in a statement said that the country is ready to welcome travellers from around the world from October 1, which is nearly a year and a half later. The statement further re

Mussoorie is now open to tourists only on weekends

Source: TIMES OF INDIADate: 18th September, 2021

If you have been planning to visit Mussoorie, take note of the latest travel updates issued by the state government. In the wake of rising Coronavirus crises, the Uttarakhand government recently announced extension of lockdown in Dehradun till September 21. Earlier, the lockdown was supposed to remain in place September 14. The state government, issuing a fresh order, stated that it will allow tourists to visit Mussoorie only on weekends, provided that they are able to show a negative COVID test report that is not older than 72 hours before their arrival. Further, the

FULLY VACCINATED TRAVELERS CAN VISIT BANGKOK FROM OCTOBER 1

Source: TIMES OF INDIADate: 13th September, 2021

In a big COVID travel update, Bangkok has announced it will reopen completely for fully vaccinated travellers from October 1. Thailand has been meaning to restart tourism for a long time now but given the rise in infection cases, the plan couldn’t take shape. But now, with people getting vaccinations, it has given hope to the world of tourism once again. Before the world was hit by the pandemic, tourism took the fifth spot in Thailand's national income. But today, because of COVID, tourism has been the economy's weakest link in over 20 years. But no

PARAGLIDING,DESERT TRAILS, HELICOPTER RIDE,ZIP-LINE & MORE ! ADVENTURE TOURISM PICKS UP PACE IN RAJASTHAN

Source: FINANCIAL EXPRESSDate: 10th September, 2021

The demand of adventure tourism products has been increasing across the world and following the arrival of new tourism policy several adventure tourism operators have shown interest in setting up their bases in Rajasthan. Desert trails & ATVs, Jungle safaris, Zip lines and Paragliding, adventure sports activities are adding thrills to tourists coming to Rajasthan, a state more popularly known for its majestic forts & palaces, its heritage and rich culture. Over the past years the state has witnessed a rise in number of adventure and eco parks and even individual sports activities in

J&K TOURISM DEPARTMENTLINES UP FESTIVALS TO ATTRACT TOURISTS

Source: TIMES OF INDIADate: 10th September, 2021

In a move to attract tourists in Jammu and Kashmir, the J&K tourism department has lined up various activities, including organising dedicated trekking expeditions and promoting destination festivals. As per the reports, several roadshows have been organised across major cities of the country to promote tourism-related activities, events, and destinations in Jammu and Kashmir. During a meeting held to review various activities being undertaken by the Tourism department, it was informed that as part of Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav, the department will be organising an iconi

INTERNATIONAL TRAVELS : AIR INDIA RESUMES FLIGHTS FOR SAUDI ARABIA

Source: TIMES OF INDIADate: 08th September, 2021

After a long gap, Air India has resumed flights to Saudi Arabia from India. Those wishing to travel to Saudi Arabia from India can now book their tickets through the Air India website. They can also visit booking offices or book tickets via call centres or travel agents. The big decision comes after the United Arab Emirates (UAE) relaxed travel restrictions for fully vaccinated passengers from India Air India took to Twitter to make the following announcement: “Air India opens bookings from India to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA). Before booking tickets kindly read the tra

KUWAIT TO RESTART DIRECT FLIGHTS WITH INDIA FROM TODAY

Source: TIMES OF INDIADate: 07th September, 2021

In a recent travel update, Kuwait has announced that it will resume direct commercial flights with India from September 7, 2021 (today). With this Kuwait has become the latest city in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) to come up with such a crucial decision after nearly four months. Last month, the UAE decided to curb its international travel restrictions and said that it will resume flights with India, Egypt and several other Southeast Asian nations. Requirements 1) Passengers travelling to Kuwait from India will need to be fully vaccinated with the vaccines appro

THESE COUNTRIES HAVE SET A VACCINE ' EXPIRY DATE' FOR TRAVELLERS

Source: TIMES OF INDIADate: 04th September, 2021

Some countries are planning to set expiration dates for vaccines. And as per the latest reports, a pair of European countries have gone ahead to set an expiration date, when it comes to travel. This latest move will likely bring about more changes in the ever-changing international travel landscape. Currently, Croatia and Austria, have reportedly, implemented a 270-day expiration for accepted vaccines, which means the time frame is around nine months. With this latest travel update, this also means that travelers who are keen to visit these countries with proof of vaccination, will

HIMACHAL PRADESH TOURISM TO PROMOTE DESTINATION WEDDINGS AT ITS HOTELS

Source: TIMES OF INDIADate: 04th September, 2021

After suffering huge losses due to the COVID pandemic, the Himachal Pradesh Tourism Development Corporation (HPTDC) has now decided to promote destination weddings at its hotels that are located in the most scenic locations. Referring to this, the HPTDC has even gone ahead has selected properties like the Palace Hotel, Chail, and its hotels at Fagu, Barog, and Narkanda, where they added that complete arrangements will be made for destination weddings. Elaborating more on this, Director of Tourism and HPTDC Managing Director Amit Kashyap stated that they have selected their hotels t

ASSAM COVID-19 UPDATE: FULLY VACCINATED PASSENGERS TO BE EXEMPT FROM MANDATORY RT-PCR TEST

Source: TIMES OF INDIADate: 03rd September, 2021

As per a notification that has been issued by the Assam state government, all fully-vaccinated incoming passengers, who are able to provide proof of COVID vaccination certificate, will now be exempted from mandatory testing. As per the notification issued by the government, all incoming passengers, who are fully vaccinated and have received both the doses of COVID-19 vaccines, and are able to show proof of a certificate to the screening authority, will be exempted from mandatory testing on arrival at airports, border points, and railway stations. Reports have it that the order, how

INDIA IMPOSES TRAVEL RESTRICTIONS ON THESE COUNTRIES

Source: TIMES OF INDIADate: 03rd September, 2021

In light of the new variants of the COVID-19, India has decided to expand the travel restrictions. protocols, to countries across the world. India has ruled that passengers coming from the United Kingdom, European Union, and West Asia are supposed to show a negative RT-PCR report before boarding their flights. Moreover, passengers from these regions will have to go through mandatory testing upon arrival in India. Now with the risk of new variants, and more dangerous ones, India has decided to add to the above list, and include countries such as New Zealand, Bangladesh

WTTC WARNS UK GOVERNMENT TRAVEL BUSINESSES WILL GO BUST IN DAYS

Source: BREAKING TRAVEL NEWSDate: 02nd September, 2021

The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) has warned the UK government that, with the furlough scheme coming to an end, it has just 30 days left to save travel businesses which are struggling to survive. WTTC also warns that unless international travel opens up more widely, with simplified controls, the UK is facing a loss of £59 billion. Hundreds of thousands of employees in the tourism sector are still benefiting from the furlough scheme, the UK government scheme which is due to end on September 31st. This date coincides with the next Global Travel Taskforce review on October 1s

AIN DUBAI TO OPEN IN OCTOBER

Source: BREAKING TRAVEL NEWSDate: 02nd September, 2021

Dubai Holding has announced that Ain Dubai is set to open on October 21st. Ticket sales for the largest and tallest observation wheel in the world are now on sale. Standing at over 250-metres high, Ain Dubai is the latest landmark to join a long list of world record-breaking attractions. Ronald Drake, general manager of Ain Dubai, said: “Ain Dubai offers unique experiences catering to all audiences, including luxurious special event cabins; nightlife and party occasions; unique dining and culinary options; family-friendly cabins and customisable romantic experiences for special moment

KARNATAKA'S NEW COVID TRAVEL PROTOCOLS FOR TRAVELLERS FROM KERALA

Source: TIMES OF INDIADate: 02nd September, 2021

In a new ruling, the Karnataka government has exempted certain travellers from Kerala from mandatory seven-day institutional quarantine, provided that they have a short-term travel plan. The new rule says that such short term travellers should be in Karnataka for three days. The rule is applicable to travellers who are in Karnataka for examination with one parent; passengers who are in transit from or to Kerala through any desired mode of transport; health care professionals, and their spouses; constitutional functionaries; children who are below two years of age; and thos

SOON, HELICOPTER TAXI SERVICE TO CONNECT TOURISM DESTINATIONS IN UTTAR PRADESH

Source: THE ECONOMIC TIMESDate: 01st September, 2021

Uttar Pradesh tourism department has decided to launch chopper taxi service to connect prominent destinations across the state. The service is likely to begin from December this year. With many people avoiding overcrowded trains and flights in view of Covid-19 pandemic, the tourism department feels the ‘fast and luxurious’ option could find many takers in UP. Officials said that while the heliport in Agra is ready, the process to prepare heliports at places of other tourism significance has begun. The project would be based on the private-public partnership (PPP) model and to fi

MAHARASTRA MAKES MANDATIORY TO CARRY RT-PCR TEST REPORTS IN THESE TWO DISTRICTS

Source: TIMESOFINDIADate: 01st September, 2021

Two Konkan region districts in the state of Maharashtra now require travellers to produce a negative RT-PCR test report on arrival. The latest developments come after the Centre issued an advisory for imposition of curbs during the festive season. The negative RT-PCR test report is however not required for those who are fully vaccinated, and travellers under the age of 18 years. The two Konkan region districts are Singhudurg and Ratnagiri, both of which have limited health care infrastructure, and also a high positivity rate at present. The festive season sees a large number of bus

AYODHYA SET TO START CRUISE SERVICES FROM NOVEMBER

Source: TIMESOFINDIADate: 01st September, 2021

Ayodhya is all set to get cruise services, which will likely start before Deepotsav. As per the reports, visitors will then be able to enjoy cruising on the Saryu river when the Ramayana Cruise Service starts its operation. Reportedly, Alaknanda Cruiseline will be operating the luxury cruise ship, which earlier launched the cruise services in Varanasi three years ago. Referring to this, a government spokesman informed that the said Ramayan Cruise Service will be operated with the support of the state tourism department. Director of Alaknanda Cruiseline Vikas Malviya

ASIAN TOURISM SEES RISE IN GLAMPING AND STAYCATIONS IN SECOND COVID - 19 YEAR

Source: Hindustan TimesDate: 30th August, 2021

With international travel heavily restricted, foreign tourists can't enter many countries and locals can't get out. In the metropolis of Hong Kong, glamping and staycations have replaced trips abroad for at least some of its 7.4 million residents. From the Great Wall to the picturesque Kashmir valley, Asia's tourist destinations are looking to domestic visitors to get them through the Covid-19 pandemic's second year. With international travel heavily restricted, foreign tourists can't enter many countries and locals can't get out. In the metropolis

COVID TRAVEL: LATEST CHANGES BEGIN AS SEVEN COUNTRIES GO GREEN

Source: BBC NEWSDate: 30th August, 2021

People travelling to the UK from Canada and Denmark will not need to isolate as the UK's latest Covid travel rules have come into force. Finland, Switzerland, the Azores, Liechtenstein and Lithuania are also on the "green list" as of 04:00 BST. Travellers from newly red-listed Thailand and Montenegro now need to isolate in government-approved hotels. All arrivals must take at least one Covid test - but many countries have banned UK residents from entering. Travellers coming from green list countries do not need to quarantine when they come back to the UK - whether or

India extends ban on international flights till Sept 30

Source: TIMESOFINDIADate: 30th August, 2021

In a recent travel update, the Indian government has extended its ban on scheduled international flights till September 30, 2021. The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) made the announcement on Sunday that the COVID-induced passenger flights suspension has been extended till September end. The DGCA further said, "However, international scheduled flights may be allowed on selected routes by the competent authority on a case-to-case basis." Apparently, the ban on international flights was supposed to end on August 31, 2021. International passenger flights were

COVID UPDATE: SIKKIM RELAXES RESTRICTIONS TO WOO TOURISTS

Source: Times of IndiaDate: 16th August, 2021

In a bid to boost tourism and attract tourists to the state, the Sikkim government has announced relaxation in COVID restrictions. State tourism officials said that tourists who have received one shot of vaccination. However, those vaccinated with single shots will have to produce a negative RT-PCR test report that should not be older than 72 hours before arrival. Tourists who have taken both the vaccine shots are free to enter the state without any restrictions. But, people below 18 years of age, will have to carry their COVID negative RT-PCR test that should have been conducted within 72 h

FORGET A TRIP TO MAURITIUS. NOW, YOU CAN OWN A VILLA IN THE PARADISE ISLAND

Source: India todayDate: 14th August, 2021

Craving for a vacation to Mauritius? Well, how about owning a villa in the paradise island? Sounds lucrative, no? In that case, we have good news. Mauritius is trying to lure prospective international homebuyers to their island. CEO of the Mauritius Economic Development Board, Ken Poonoosamy said that Mauritius has been courting international homebuyers since the early 2000s after the country launched its Integrated Resort Scheme. The policy allows foreign investors to legally own property on the island, according to a report in CNN travel. The scheme has helped bring around USD 3 billion-

BIO-BUBBLE MODEL INTRODUCED BY KERALA TO REVIVE TOURISM IN THE STATE

Source: Times of IndiaDate: 16th August, 2021

he Kerala tourism department has introduced a "bio-bubble" model to revive tourism in the state after COVID. On Monday, the government reopened all the tourism centres in Kerala to make things more accessible to tourists who have taken at least one vaccine. Bio-bubble is basically safe, secure environments created for vaccinated staff and tourists. In this environment, only vaccinated staff will handle tourists right from the time they get in the state till they reach the destination. This model is believe to create protective layers of mostly inoculated service. The Keral

INDIAN GOVERNMENT WORKING TO MAKE INTERNATIONAL TRAVEL EASY: S JAISHANKAR

Source: Times of IndiaDate: 16th August, 2021

Given the current COVID situation, the Indian government is working on making overseas travel easy for Indians. India’s External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar said that it is his top priority to make travel convenient for Indian with fewer restrictions in place. The Minister also said that he hopes that Covaxin, one of the majorly used vaccines in India, gets WHO approval soon. In an event held virtually, Jaishankar said, “As a country whose people look at the world as a global workplace, it is up there in my priority.” There are several nations that are not asking for vacc

GOOD NEWS! INDIANS CAN TRAVEL TO THESE 4 COUNTRIES. DEETS INSIDE

Source: India . comDate: 16th August, 2021

With Covid-19 situation gradually improving in the country with significant drop in daily Covid cases, several countries have started to open their borders for travellers from India. However, with Delta Variant of Covid-19 being a major concern, many countries have still put Covid restrictions in place for Indian travellers. Here we have listed out some of the countries that have recently eased Covid-related curbs and started to welcome travellers from India. However, please keep in mind that these travel rules might change any time depending upon the Covid situation. Hence, ensure to

NEW ZEALAND TO KEEP ITS BORDERS CLOSED THROUGH THE END OF 2021

Source: Travel and LeisureDate: 13th August, 2021

New Zealand doesn't plan to open its borders to international visitors until 2022, according to a cautious reopening plan outlined by Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern on Thursday. Ardern said New Zealand won't reopen for foreign travel until after it completes its COVID-19 vaccination rollout, something that isn't expected to happen until the end of the year. When visitors are allowed to return, the country plans to follow a careful approach that may require quarantining in a military facility. "While the pandemic continues to rage overseas, and the virus contin

MARTINIQUE ASKS TOURISTS TO LEAVE AS FRENCH CARIBBEAN RETURNS TO LOCKDOWN

Source: Travel and LeisureDate: 13th August, 2021

That dream vacation to the French Caribbean is going to have to wait. The French government is tightening coronavirus restrictions in Martinique and Guadeloupe — two popular Caribbean vacation destinations — to counter rising infection rates that are overwhelming local hospitals. On Tuesday, Martinique entered a three-week lockdown and advised tourists to leave the island, Reuters reported. The island's beaches and nonessential shops have been ordered closed. Anyone remaining in Martinique will be prohibited from traveling more

UK RELAXES COVID TRAVEL CRUBS FOR INDIA, INSTITUATIONAL QUARENTINE EXEMPTED

Source: INDIA TODAYDate: 05th August, 2021

"The UK government has announced an update to the 'Red-Amber-Green' traffic light ratings for arrivals into England. From 4am (BST) on Sunday 8 August, India will move from the red to the amber list," the British High Commission in New Delhi said in a statement. Apart from India, other countries shifted to the 'amber' list are -- Bahrain, Georgia, Mexico, UAE, and Qatar, and the French overseas territories of Reunion and Mayotte. Under the legal rules for countries on the amber list, passengers must undertake a Covid-19 test before and after arrival in England. &quo

INDIGO BECOMES FIRST INDIAN AIRLINE TO LAUNCH A PILOT FOR IATA TRAVEL PASS

Source: T3 News NetworkDate: 05th August, 2021

In it's effort to chart recovery for International travel, IndiGo has partnered with International Air Transport Association (IATA) to become first Indian airline to launch a pilot for IATA travel pass to help passengers easily and securely manage their travel in line with any government requirements for Covid-19 testing or vaccine information. It is a mobile app which helps travellers to store and manage their verified certifications for Covid-19 tests or vaccines. The pass will enable IndiGo passengers to create a "DIGITAL PASSPORT" to verify their pre-travel or vaccination s

THE WORLD'S HIGHEST BUNGEE JUMP IS HERE

Source: TIMES TRAVELDate: 03rd August, 2021

China, has added another feather to its cap. The Hunan province in China has introduced the world's highest bungee jump, which will let you dangle between two cliffs from a 430 m glass-bottomed suspension bridge. Adventure seekers can take this leap of faith to the Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon Glass Bridge from a height of 260 m. Besides offering adventure, the bungee jump also offers mesmerising views of the surrounding Wulingyuan wilderness, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The region was already quite popular among international tourists for its quartzite s

LAKSHADWEEP TO GET MALDIVES STYLE WATER VILLAS

Source: TIMES TRAVELDate: 03rd August, 2021

India's popular island destination Lakshadweep will soon have three premium Maldives-style water villas. As per the reports, the three premium projects will come up at Kadmat, Minicoy, and Suheli islands. Around INR 800 crore will be used in this ambitious project, and the administration has already floated global tenders recently. The reports says that, 3 premium water villa projects have been identified in Minicoy (150 keys, and project to cost around INR 319 crore), Suheli ( 110 keys, and project to cost around INR 247 crore), and Kadmat (110 keys, and INR 240 crore to be use

INDIA GOVERNMENT IS NOT PLANNING TO INTRODUCE VACCINE PASSPORT AT PRESENT

Source: TIMES OF INDIADate: 29th July, 2021

In this present situation there are no plans in India to introduce vaccine passports for international travel. India is part of several multilateral forums and discussions, including one under the framework of International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO), regarding COVID-19 vaccination certificates. As of now, no consensus has been reached - stated by the Minister of State for External Affairs V Muraleedharan. He further stressed that India is pushing for India manufactured vaccines, i.e., Covishield and Covaxin, to be recognised as part of any multilateral arrangement

EMIRATES SUSPENDS FLIGHTS FROM INDIA TILL AUGUST 7

Source: TIMES OF INDIADate: 29th July, 2021

Emirates suspends flights from India till August 7, Emirates is the largest flag carrier of the United Arab Emirates, while Etihad Airlines, the second largest in the nation, has suspended flights 'till further notice'. Emirates Airlines on Wednesday announced that the flights from India, Pakistan, Bangladesh and Sri Lanka have been suspended till August 7, given the current pandemic situation. The official notification released by the airline reads, "In line with UAE government directives, Emirates will be suspending the carriage of passengers from India, Bangladesh, Pakistan an

SINGAPORE LIKELY TO ALLOW QUARANTINE FREE TRAVEL FROM SEPTEMBER

Source: TIMES OF INDIADate: 28th July, 2021

Singapore will likely allow quarantine-free travel for the fully vaccinated against COVID-19 from September. Tighter restrictions for fully vaccinated residents might also be eased before August 18. Singapore government also states that, 80 per cent of the city-state's population will be inoculated by that time. "Singapore will progressively facilitate international travel with countries that have successfully managed the COVID-19 situation to reassert the city-state's position as a travel, business, and talent hub" - a senior minister in between a parliament session stated

AIR INDIA ANNOUNCES NEW INTERNATIONAL FLIGHTS

Source: Business TravellerDate: 28th July, 2021

Air India announces new international flights connecting Indian cities with Maldives. Starts from July 28, the flag carrier of India will operate flights from Delhi to Maldives via Mumbai every Wednesday and Saturday. The airline will also fly from Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala to Maldives every Monday and Thursday, starting from July 29, 2021. The Maldives reopened it's borders for travelllers from south Asian countries such as India, Afghanistan, Pakistan, Nepal, Bhutan, Bangladesh, and Sri Lanka, from July 15, 2021. In other news, Air India Express, a wholly-owned

DMRC CLARIFIES THAT "ONLY 50 PASSENGERS ALLOWED PER COACH, NO STANDING TRAVEL"

Source: INDIADate: 27th July, 2021

The (DMRC)-Delhi Metro Rail Corporation has clarified that only 50 passengers will be allowed in a coach and no standing travel will be permitted. The DMRC said, "Even with these revised guidelines, a maximum of 50 passengers per coach are permitted, as against 300 prior to Covid." DMRC has also appealed to the public to travel by metro only when it is absolutely necessary and observe all Covid-related travel guidelines. According to the (DDMA)- Delhi Disaster Management Authority's the latest order on Saturday, Delhi Metro and DTC buses will run at full seating capac

U.S. WILL NOT LIFT TRAVEL RESTRICTIONS, CITING DELTA VARIANT - WHITE HOUSE

Source: ReutersDate: 27th July, 2021

The United States is not ready to lift any existing travel restrictions in the present situation due to concerns over the highly transmissible COVID-19 Delta variant and the rising number of U.S. coronavirus cases, the White House confirmed on Monday. The decision, which was first reported by Reuters, comes after a senior level White House meeting late on Friday. It means that the long-running travel restrictions that have barred much of the world's population from the United States since 2020 will not be lifted in the short term. "Given where we are today with the Del

LANDSLIDE IN HIMACHAL PRADESH'S KINNAUR DISTRICT KILLS TOURISTS

Source: TIMES TRAVELDate: 26th July, 2021

Landslide in Himachal Pradesh's Kinnaur religion has resulted in the death of 8 tourists, while injuring 2 others. The incident happened along Sangla-Chhitkul link road, which is located near Basteri. The dead tourists are from Maharashtra, Chhattisgarh, and Rajasthan. The injured tourists are from Delhi, and Mohali, while another injured person was reported to have been from Kinnaur. The landslide caused massive boulders to fall on a tempo travellers that caused the deaths, and the injuries. Unfortunately, the landslide also destroyed the bridge that connects Batseri with the r

COVID-19 PASS IS MOST ESSENTIAL TO VISIT THE EIFFEL TOWER AND OTHER SITES - FRANCE

Source: The Washington PostDate: 26th July, 2021

Covid-19 pass are most essential to ride up the Eiffel tower or visit French museums and movie theaters, the first step in a new campaign against what the government calls a “stratospheric” rise in delta variant infections. The rule came out from Wednesday, the tourists who came to the Paris landmark unprepared lined up for quick virus tests at the site. People must show they are either fully vaccinated, have tested negative for the corona virus or recovered from Covid-19 to get the Pandemic pass. Prime Minister Jean Castex said that “The world is fac

THAILAND IS PLANNING TO ROLLOUT 'ISLAND HOPPING' PROGRAM TO LURE INTERNATIONAL TOURISTS

Source: TIMES TRAVELDate: 24th July, 2021

Thailand is planning to launch an ‘island hopping’ tourism program, in a move to boost tourism in the country. The program schedules as, it will be allowing quarantine-free foreign travellers arriving in the resort island of Phuket to ‘hop’ to other seaside destinations. Reports mentioned that, fully-vaccinated international visitors after a 7day stay in Phuket, will be allowed to visit other seaside destinations, including Phang Nga, Krabi, or Koh Samui. Reports have it that the tourist can even head to other parts of Thailand after spending seven days at the

LAST-MINUTE PASSPORT APPLICATION APPOINTMENTS CAN NO LONGER BE BOOKED ONLINE

Source: Travel + leisureDate: 24th July, 2021

The State Department has removed the option to book last-minute passport appointments online as processing continues to take up to 18 weeks. The state department mentioned that "We have temporarily removed the online last-minute appointment booking system to ensure our very limited, last-minute in-person passport appointments at one of our agencies or centers go to applicants who need them for urgent travel". "We made this change to address the problem of third parties booking all available appointments using bots, and then selling them to applicants with urgent trav

MYKONOS IMPOSE CURFEW AS COVID-19 CASES INCREASE - GREECE

Source: TIMES TRAVELDate: 23rd July, 2021

Greece has the longest coastline in Europe and is the southernmost country in Europe. Greece has been forced to impose curfew in Mykonos as the number of virus cases in the region has increased. The news has made party lovers and holidaymakers sad as this stunning Greek island is noted for its party culture. A 7 day long curfew has been imposed in Mykonos after officials described the situation as worrisome. All the restaurants, cafes and clubs have been asked to switch off the music completely. According to reports, anyone not going to and from work or the hospital needs

CANADA WILL REOPEN FOR INTERNATIONAL TOURISTS, HERE'S WHAT TRAVELLERS SHOULD KNOW

Source: TIMES TRAVELDate: 23rd July, 2021

Canada is all set to reopen for international tourists, starting from September 7. "Borders will reopen for international tourism, provided that the domestic epidemiological situation remains favourable. For fully vaccinated travellers, there is a good chance that you will be able to travel to Canada in the month of September"-Canadian Government. Tourists flying to Canada should carry their fully vaccinated against the virus at least 14 days before entering the country. Also, travellers must take note of the vaccines that are recognised by Canada. These are Pfixe

AIRLINES SUSPEND DOMESTIC FLYING IN THAILAND

Source: Simple FlyingDate: 22nd July, 2021

6 Thai airlines have temporarily grounded their domestic flights following an order from the Civil Aviation Authority of Thailand (CAAT). Daily COVID-19 infections are now exceeding 10,000. Consequently, CAAT has banned airlines from flying passengers in or out of declared hot zones, effectively grounding the airlines. Previously, Simple Flying reported Thai AirAsia would temporarily suspend its domestic operations from Monday, July 12. Now Bangkok Airways, Thai Lion Air, Nok Air, Thai Smile, and Thai VietJet have joined the ranks. The airlines have grounded domestic flights from July 21 to A

AUSTRALIA'S NEW NO.1 INTERNATIONAL AIRLINE - AIR NEW ZEALAND

Source: Simple FlyingDate: 22nd July, 2021

Air New Zealand is emerging as the dominant player in Australia’s international aviation market. In May 2021, the Auckland based airline had a 49% share of that market, more than double its nearest rival, Qantas. Air New Zealand benefited from the opening of a 2 way travel corridor between New Zealand and Australia in April and its longstanding trans-Tasman network depth Australia’s Bureau of Infrastructure and Transport Research Economics (BITRE) released on May 2021 international passenger and airline statistics on Wednesday. 214,246 passengers moved through Australia

5 REMOTE HOLIDAY DESTINATIONS IN INDIA TO VISIT DURING THE PANDEMIC

Source: news18Date: 21st July, 2021

India is well known for its diversity as it is home to not only a mix of cultures and cuisine but also varied landscapes. While the country houses a plethora of well-known tourist attractions, it also has a myriad of such lesser-known jewels that make even the most intrepid traveller swoon in awestruck delight. With travel restrictions easing and Covid cases consistently dropping across the country, domestic travel is booming. In fact, visiting smaller, unknown destinations, far from the city, away from the crowds and stress helps to satiate your travel appetite. Take a look of India’s

CANADA EXTENDS INDIA TRAVEL BAN UNTIL 21 AUGUST

Source: Hindustan TimesDate: 21st July, 2021

Canada government has announced ban on direct flights from India by another 30 days. The ban was set to expire on July 21, but will now remain in place until August 21. It is the fourth time the ban has been extended since it was first imposed on April 22 due to fears in Canada over the devastating second wave of the Covid-19 pandemic and concerns over transmission of the Delta variant of the coronavirus. A release issued on Monday from Health Canada noted that the extension of the ban was “based on public health advice”. Canada has also extended the requirement related

TRAVELLERS WILL SOON HAVE TO PAY A DEPARTURE TAX TO LEAVE THE MALDIVES

Source: THE POINTS GUYDate: 21st July, 2021

Planning a trip to the Maldives next year then prepare for some added costs. Beginning 1 January, 2022, just in time for the country to celebrate its 50th year of tourism, travellers will have to pay a fee to leave the archipelago by air after a new departure tax was approved. On 11 July, the country’s president, Ibrahim Mohamed Solih, signed off an amendment to the nation’s Airport Taxes and Fees Act. Currently, that act charges a $25 airport service charge for airline customers departing the Maldives. The new departure tax, which must be paid in U.S. dollars, will repl

8 DESTINATIONS THAT START FROM JULY - BY EMIRATES

Source: Simple FlyingDate: 20th July, 2021

8 destinations that start from July - by emirates, with Lyon, Malta, Mauritius, Mexico City, Nice, Orlando, Phuket, and Venice all coming back online. This follows the UAE carrier resuming A380 service from Dubai to Los Angeles, Toronto, and Washington Dulles at the beginning of the month. Routes that have returned this month? Looking at the first week of August, which is rapidly approaching, these eight resumed destinations have a total of 28 outbound flights a week. They’re down by about half over the same week in 2019, examining schedules from data experts OAG confirms, but at

ETIHAD AIRWAYS SUSPENDS FLIGHT SERVICES FROM INDIA TO UAE TILL JULY 31

Source: INDIADate: 19th July, 2021

After a long days the Emirates suspended the flight services from India, the Abu Dhabi-based Etihad Airways on Saturday said that suspension of flights from India and two other countries to the UAE capital city has been extended till July 31. They also mentioned that, Etihad Airways flight services have also been suspended from Pakistan and Bangladesh. Earlier, Etihad Airways had suspended the flight services from five countries, including India, until July 21. The national carrier had said passenger flights from India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Nepal, and Sri Lanka have been extended.&

UK REMOVES ALL THE COVID RESTRICTIONS FROM TODAY

Source: TIMES TRAVELDate: 19th July, 2021

British media is calling July 19, 2022, as the “Freedom Day”. After remaining in stringent lockdown for a long time, the UK has finally lifted all the COVID restrictions from today. The government has decided to restart all the clubs, pubs and restaurants in the country to their full capacity. Boris Johnson, the UK Prime Minister, who currently is isolating himself, has urged its residents to be extremely cautious. The PM in a video said, “Please, please, please, be cautious”. The UK government said that two-thirds of the adult population is now fully v

INDIGO ISSUED GUIDELINES FOR PASSENGERS FLYING TO GULF COUNTRIES

Source: INDIADate: 17th July, 2021

Keeping in view the ongoing COVID pandemic and the upcoming CIOVID third wave, the IndiGo airlines on Thursday has listed guidelines for its international passengers flying to and from nine cities in seven countries. The airline in the guidelines has listed passengers who are exempt from foreign travel restrictions and the requirements they need to fulfill for the journey. Notably, the international guidelines by IndiGo cover passengers flying to Dubai, Sharjah and Abu Dhabi in UAE, Doha in Qatar, Kuwait City in Kuwait, Male in Maldives, Muscat in Oman, Dhaka in Bangladesh, and Colombo in Sri

COVID TESTING IS COMPULSORY FOR VACCINATED PEOPLE - ASSAM

Source: TIMES OF INDIADate: 19th July, 2021

Assam government has made covid testing compulsory for vaccinated people. An official order released by the government said that the state is withdrawing its earlier order that exempted mandatory COVID testing for fully vaccinated travellers arriving via air and train. The decision was not earlier decided but taken after the cases of fully vaccinated people testing positive for the virus emerged in the state. The order was issued on Thursday by the Health and Family Welfare department which said that the earlier order of June 25, 2021, stands withdrawn with immediate effect.

HILTON LAUNCHES GREAT SMALL BREAKS STAYCATION FOR FAMILIES AND YOUNG GUESTS

Source: Economic TimesDate: 16th July, 2021

Hilton announces Great Small Breaks campaign, a staycation offer, tailor-made for families and young guests. With short-distance leisure travel quickly becoming a preference, the latest campaign will enable consumers to reconnect with family and friends. Under this initiative, Hilton will offer an enhanced experience for families, especially the young ones, with complimentary stays, personalised surprises, fun activities, and lots more. “As travel returns in India, we are excited to offer our ‘Little guests’ an opportunity to enjoy a plethora of curated experiences with

HEARTLY WELCOMING TO ALL THE INTERNATIONAL TRAVELLERS-MAURITIUS

Source: TIMES OF INDIADate: 16th July, 2021

Mauritius heartly welcomes all the international tourists from July 15. As per the reports, this holiday hotspot will be reopening its borders in two phases. Reportedly, during the first phase, i.e., from July 15 to September 30, 2021, the island will be welcoming vaccinated travellers to enjoy resort holidays in the island. This means that from July 15, vaccinated travellers will be able to fly to Mauritius, and enjoy a ‘hotel holiday’ there. Visitors from anywhere will be welcome to the island nation, provided they have already received the second dose of their COVID-19 vacc

NEW YORK HARRY POTTER INTODUCES EXCITING VIRTUAL REALITY EXPERIENCES

Source: TIMES OF INDIADate: 15th July, 2021

To all the Harry potter fans New York introduces virtual reality experiences which will start from July 15. The fans will get two options to choose from. The unique adventures will offer visitors a chance to live their Hogwarts dreams via interactive experiences set inside the newly opened Harry Potter store in New York City. The mentioned virtual experiences are : 1. Chaos at Hogwarts and 2. Wizards Take Flight. These immersive adventures take visitors through some of the most legendary and iconic settings from the books. All fans need to do is wear a VR headset, backpack, and hand an

CHECK THESE RULES BEFORE FLYING TO "ANDAMAN"

Source: INDIADate: 15th July, 2021

New rules have been implemented in order to keep fresh corona virus infections at bay while encouraging tourism on the Indian island. The Ministry of Civil Aviation has reported quarantine guidelines for those travelling to the Andaman and Nicobar islands. According to the guidelines, all travellers flying to Andaman and Nicobar islands from the Indian mainland need to carry a negative RT-PCR test report issued from ICMR-approved labs within 48 hrs of departure. Additionally, all passengers will be tested with Rapid antigen test on landing at the Port Blair Airport in Andaman and Nicobar

ODISHA TO HAVE YEAR ROUND ECO COTTAGE FACILITATES SOON

Source: TIMES OF INDIADate: 14th July, 2021

Odisha state government has started the process of setting round-the-year eco-cottages at selected destinations, following successful arrangement of world-class eco-retreat hubs in various places in the state. As per a press release, the decision was taken after a high-level virtual meeting was held on eco-tourism under the Chairmanship of Chief Secretary Suresh Chandra Mahapatra. The Chief Secretary stated that since the state has the calibre to run year-round eco-retreat activities, he had directed to develop, design, and maintain the cottages on PPP mode with credible private partners that

GOING TO VISIT BENGAL? MUST CARRY YOUR COVID VACCINATION AND NEGATIVE REPORTS

Source: TIMES OF INDIADate: 14th July, 2021

Tourists should carry their COVID-19 RT-PCR negative reports, or COVID-19 vaccine certificates. The authorities have made it mandatory for all the popular destinations in Bengal, including Digha and Mandarmani. “We issued a notice on Monday directing hotels not to allow tourists if they do not carry either Covid-19 test reports issued 48 hours earlier or certificates of Covid-19 vaccination”, AM Hirani, an official in Purba Medinipur mentioned. The taken this decision after looking at the overtourism condition in places like Manali, Dharamshala, Kullu and Shimla&nb

POLAND, ITALY, GERMANY ADDED TO THE GREEN LIST

Source: Evening StandardDate: 13th July, 2021

Italy, Germany and Poland are among the destinations most likely to be added to the Government’s green travel list, analyst said. Robert Boyle, former director of strategy at British Airways’ parent company IAG predicted that 12 countries could be put in the low-risk tier this week. This includes nine European countries which are all “strong candidates”, consisting of Austria, Bulgaria, Germany, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Poland, Slovakia and Switzerland. The Government’s travel lists are expected to be updated on Thursday. Trav

NAINITAL ASKS THOUSANDS OF TOURISTS TO GO BACK DUE TO COVID-19 FEARS

Source: TIMES OF INDIADate: 13th July, 2021

The Nainital administration barred nearly 5000 tourists from getting to the hill station due to overcrowding and COVID-19 fears. The authorities said that most of the tourist’s could not show their negative RT-PCR test, so they were stopped. Also, there wasn’t any parking space left in the hill station. Nainital’s Senior Superintendent of Police said that the number of tourists visiting the hill station has considerably increased, but people without negative COVID reports are not allowed to enter Nainital. With tourist hotspots opening in the country, thousands of people are

DELHI HAS NEW GUIDELINES FOR DOMESTIC TRAVELLERS

Source: TIMES OF INDIADate: 13th July, 2021

Delhi government has set new guidelines for domestic travellers. The guidelines come at a time when the fear of a third wave runs high. For international travellers, the Central Government's rules shall be followed in the state. They are aimed at those entering into Delhi from other states, including those that have over 5% positivity rate. The plan is a colour coded one, which has been approved by the (DDMA) Delhi Disaster Management Authority. Divided into four levels, these colour coded groups depend on bed and oxygen occupancy, or the number of new cases, or positivity rate

JAPAN TO ACCEPT VACCINATION PASSPORT APPLICATIONS FROM JULY 26

Source: Hindustan TimesDate: 13th July, 2021

The vaccination certificates in Japan will be official records issued by municipalities. It will show information about an administered vaccine, the vaccination date and location and personal information such as name of the traveller and passport number. From July 26 Japan will start accepting applications for vaccination passports for people who have been fully inoculated against Covid-19 to travel internationally, the top government spokesman said Sunday. The vaccination certificates will be official records issued by municipalities. It will show information about an administered vacc

OMAN INDEFINITELY SUSPENDS FLIGHTS FROM 24 COUNTRIES, INDIA IS IN THE LIST

Source: TIMES OF INDIADate: 11th July, 2021

Oman has suspended passengers flights from 24 countries, including India, Bangladesh, and Pakistan indefinitely, as part of the Gulf nation's efforts to contain the spread of Coronavirus. The flights have been suspended until further notice, and that the decision was taken as part of the country's measures to contain the Coronavirus pandemic - The sultanate’s official Twitter account for countering COVID-19 stated. Reportedly, the other countries that have been included in the list include the United Kingdom, Lebanon, Tunisia, Iraq, Iran, Brunei, Libya, Indonesia, Singa

START YOUR BOOKINGS TO FLY FROM DUBAI TO INDIA

Source: TIMESOFINDIADate: 11th July, 2021

Start booking your airline ticket for Dubai from India as airline companies in India open up for next booking from next week. Vistara is all set to fly to Dubai from Delhi at 9 pm on July 15. The flight is scheduled to arrive in Dubai at 11:20 pm local time. Other airlines such as IndiGo, and SpiceJet will also be available. Vistara is operating four flights a week to Dubai, so you can board a Vistara flight to Dubai on a Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday. Additionally, from July 17, the airline is also going to operate flights from Delhi and Mumbai to Sharjah.

INDIA'S SECOND LONGEST EXPRESSWAY-GANGA EXPRESSWAY

Source: TIMES OF INDIADate: 10th July, 2021

India is all set to build its second-longest expressway in Uttar Pradesh and it is being called the Ganga Expressway. The project begins from September this year and will also link the western part of the state to eastern Uttar Pradesh. As per reports,UPEDIA-(Uttar Pradesh Expressways Industrial Development Authority) is preparing to issue tenders for the project that will link Meerut to Prayagraj. In future, the project may be extended till Varanasi and the expressway will be connected to 519 villages. Some facts about Ganga Expressway : - It is a 8-lane project will co

VERY SOON PURI RAILWAY STATION TO BE DEVELOPED AS WORLD CLASS TRANSIT HUB

Source: The StatesmanDate: 10th July, 2021

The railway station at Puri in Odisha will be redeveloped as a world-class transit hub- officials reported. The railway station of pilgrim city Puri will be redeveloped soon. The scope of work includes the up-gradation and integrated redevelopment of the station spanning 28,574 sq m and the development of the surrounding railway land. The pre-bid meeting for this is scheduled for July 15, 2021, and the deadline for the bid submission is August 17, 2021 The (RLDA)-Rail Land Development Authority, a statutory authority under the Ministry of Railways, has invited bids for the re

INDIANS CAN TRAVEL THESE COUNTRIES FROM NEXT WEEK

Source: Hindustan TimesDate: 09th July, 2021

The countries which made a negative Covid-19 test report before entry mandatory for all travellers, including Indians. Many countries have reopened their borders for Indian tourists embarking on non-essential travel at a time when India’s weekly coronavirus (Covid-19) positivity rate declined to 2.37%, and the daily positivity rate stood at 2.42% – less than 3% -- for the 17th consecutive day. Here are the list of countries where Indians can visit: Canada 1. The Public Health Agency of Canada announced on July 3 that they will ease travel restrictions only for citiz

AIR TRAVEL BOOKINGS FROM NEW DELHI TO DUBAI FIRST FLIGHT EXPECTED FROM JULY 15

Source: ET Now DigitalDate: 09th July, 2021

Vistara will carry passengers from New Delhi to Dubai while Emirates and budget carrier flydubai are expected to re-open operations on July 16, vistara reported on the first day of their opening. Flights to Dubai from certain destinations in India may resume as soon as next as bookings have re-opened on some travel websites. Any kind of resumption of flights by the airlines between the two countries is yet to be confirmed by ET Now Digital independently, however, the Vistara website was accepting bookings for flights between New Delhi and Dubai for travel on July 15 at the time of w

WHAT IS HEALTH MINISTRY CAUTIONS AGANIST "REVENGE TRAVEL"

Source: INDIA TODAYDate: 08th July, 2021

The Health Ministry has expressed concern over Indians travelling to tourist spots in large numbers despite the possibility of a third wave of Covid infections. The Union Health Ministry on Tuesday expressed concern over reports of people flocking to hill stations and other tourist destinations in large numbers. Secretary (MoHFW) Lav Agarwal referred to the phenomenon as "revenge travel". Stressing on the fact that only Covid-appropriate behaviour can contain the virus, Lav Agarwal said "revenge travel" is dangerous, People need to understand that the fight agai

VISTARA LAUNCHES SERVICES TO "TOKYO"

Source: T3 News NetworkDate: 08th July, 2021

VISTARA starts it's non-stop flights between Delhi and Tokyo Haneda. Vistara decided to fly once a week between the India and Japan using its Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner, Under the air bubble agreement between India and Japan. Chief Executive Officer of Vistara mentioned that "We are delighted to take India's finest airplane to Japan and provide an unmatched flying experience to our customers that exemplifies modern Indian hospitality with the highest global standards in safety, hygiene and operations". It is ready to accept all eligible customers meeting visa entry requiremen

GERMANY LIFTS ENTRY BAN ON TRAVELLERS FROM INDIA, UK, PORTUGAL, RUSSIA

Source: Hindustan TimesDate: 07th July, 2021

Germany has announced to remove its entery ban on travellers from India and 4 other countries from tomorrow. Germany has begun easing strict Covid-19-related restrictions on travellers from India, Nepal, Portugal, Russia and the UK after the country’s public health institute declared these five nations are no longer areas of “variant of concern”. Reduced travel restrictions for travellers from India and the four other countries will be applicable from July 7, and their citizens can now travel to Germany and home quarantine on arrival for 10 days. The stiff restri

INTERNATIONAL FLIGHTS TO RE-START SERVICES TO MALDIVES FROM NEXT WEEK

Source: INDIADate: 07th July, 2021

International flights to start services to maldives from next week. Good news to all the air passengers, who are ready to fly aboard for vacations.The international services to restart from July 15 as the island nation is reopening its international borders to many South Asian countries including India. The news was earlier that the Maldives government is about to review the situation periodically between July 1 and 15 in the wake of the covid-19 pandemic. It must be noted that the island nation depends on tourism for its economy and it comes as relief to many resorts and hotels

BALI DELAYS REOPENING TO FOREIGN TOURISTS

Source: TIMES OF INDIADate: 06th July, 2021

Bali delays opening to foreign tourists until COVID-19 cases decrease significantly, said Sandiago Uno, Bali Tourism and Cultural Economy Minister. He added that they will be waiting for a more conducive situation to open the tourist hotspot again. They also mentioned that “We were targeting the end of July, beginning of August, but we just have to be mindful of where we are in this recent spike in Coronavirus cases.” As per the reports, COVID infections have spiked dramatically in Indonesia in recent weeks, including in Bali, where it has been witnessed that

INDIA'S RAILWAY MAP ENTERS MANIPUR AS FIRST PASSENGER TRAIN REACHES THE STATE.

Source: The Economic TimesDate: 06th July, 2021

A passenger train Rajdhani Express from Assam’s Silchar railway station - reached the Vaingaichunpao railway station in Manipur for a trial run on Friday, added state on the Indian Railways map. From the reports, the train covered the distance of 11Km between the two northeastern stations, with railway officials onboard. The train halted briefly at Manipur’s Jiribam railway staition, where railway officials were greeted by local citizens before the national flag was hoisted accompanied by the national anthem, East Mojo reported. Among the Indian Railways officials

INTERNATIONAL AIRPORTS IN NORTH-EAST

Source: TIMES OF INDIADate: 05th July, 2021

North East welcoming International Airports for better connectivity, Union Minister of State for Development of North Eastern Region, Jintendra Singh, Manipur, and Agartala has decided to getting two more international airports so as to have increased connectivity in the region. The northeast region is still widely left out as far as flight connections are concerned, but all that should change with the two new airports. The Minister said to spread the connectivity up in Kohima, while the one at Itanagar is all set to be functional by the end of the year. According to

SIKKIM WELCOMING FULLY VACCINATED TRAVELLERS

Source: TIMES OF INDIADate: 05th July, 2021

The state government of sikkim in an order stated that fully vaccinated traveller's will now be allowed to enter the state from July 5, without having to produce a negative RT-PCR report. In the order they stated clearly that “Entry of all persons, including tourists, who have been fully vaccinated against COVID-19, shall be allowed entry from Melli and Rangpo check post, without RT-PCR negative report, on production of valid vaccination documents. For all others, existing restrictions will continue to apply.” The order further states that all guest houses, hotels

5 CITIES FOR THE CHEAPEST URBAN VACATION DESTINATIONS

Source: TIMES OF INDIADate: 04th July, 2021

These 5 stunning destinations will make you feel budget friendly. When the world is up again, here are the best options you can pick up to travel for your pocket-friendly destinations. A survey to find out the world's cheapest places for an urban vacation. These survey includes the top most 5 parameters, hotel tariff, meal prices at restaurants, public transport fare, and a bottle each of wine and beer. The five parameters were taken as key measures that go in the making of a good urban vacation. Where the list include Buenos Aires tops the list, Istanbul, Rio

UTTARAKHAND'S STUNNING VALLEY OF FLOWERS RE-OPENS FOR TOURISTS

Source: TIMES OF INDIADate: 04th July, 2021

Famous valley of flower's in Uttarakhand is welcoming tourists. The region has a great range of flora and fauna, also a part of the Nanda Devi Biosphere Reserve, and is a treat to visit. The stunning site is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, it usually opens for tourism on June 1 every year, and was delayed this year due to the outbreak of COVID-19. Uttarakhand had imposed a curfew in June to curtail pandemic outbreak, thereby halting the opening of the Valley of Flowers. “It is compulsory for the tourists, entering the valley, to bring their covid-19 report which sh

MALDIVES TO OPEN BORDERS FROM JULY 15.

Source: TIMES OF INDIADate: 03rd July, 2021

Indians have something to cheer about. Maldives will be opening its borders to South Asian countries from July 15. Tourists will be required to bring a negative RT-PCR test report - the Maldives government announced. The press conference was organised in the President's Office, where President Ibrahim Mohamed Solih made the announcement that the country will resume issuing tourist visas to South Asian travellers. People with work visas can also enter the country from July 1 onwards, but will have to quarantine in the Maldives. Maldives is one of the top beach attractions in t

AIR BUBBLE AGREEMENT BETWEEN QATAR, INDIA EXTENDED TILL JULY 31

Source: NDTVDate: 03rd July, 2021

“The Air Bubble Arrangement between India and Qatar extended for July 2021. The flights have resumed under this arrangement. Thank Civil aviation authorities and airlines on both sides for their continued cooperation in providing the requisite air connectivity,” Indian Embassy tweeted. The agreement had expired on June 30. Where India had stopped International flights after spread of COVID-19 and operated flights to different countries on Air Bubble agreement. Meanwhile, the DGCA-(Directorate General of Civil Aviation) has extended the ban on scheduled international fl

PHUKET INTRODUCES "PHUKET SANDBOX", A 14-DAY TRAVEL PROGRAM WITH NO QUARANTINE

Source: TIMES OF INDIADate: 01st July, 2021

In an attempt to reboot tourism, Phuket has introduced a 2-week travel program named "Phuket Sandbox". This travel initiative is open to 63 countries and three territories. As per the Tourism Authority of Thailand, travellers must carry a Certificate of Entry along with insurance proof up to $100,000. The insurance money is to cover COVID-19 treatment (in case). "For people who have been closeted up in their apartments for 16 months, the idea to fly to Thailand where there's a beach and you're a normal guest, yes you're being quarantined h

INTERNATIONAL FLIGHTS SUSPENDED TILL JULY 31 - INDIA

Source: TIMES OF INDIADate: 01st July, 2021

Scheduled international flights have been suspended till July 31, 2021.The DGCA-Director General of Civil Aviation has issued a circular regarding this. The suspension was to end on June 20, after a 15-month gap. The DGCA, also mentioned that the suspension is not applied to international all-cargo operations flights that have been approved by it and international scheduled flights may be allowed on selected routes by the competent authority on a case to case basis. Scheduled international passenger services have been suspended in India since March 23, 2020, due to th

Visit Switzerland on Indian passport if you are fully vaccinated

Source: INDIA TODAYDate: 30th June, 2021

Indian's fully vaccinated with covid shield can enter switzerland. Switzerland government has announced easing of restrictions from June 26 it also includes travel from abroad. Entry from a country with a “variant of the virus of concern“ will also be allowed with certain conditions, which includes countries in the “high-risk” category like India. Vaccination gives good protection to the people to travel with ease so the switzerland government decides to permit the enter from the countries without having to be tested. Those who have neither been va

CHAR DHAM YATRA OF YEAR 2021 - UTTARAKHAND

Source: india.comDate: 30th June, 2021

The Char Dham Yatra of year 2021 scheduled to begin from July 1 stands Cancelled. The state's high court order, the uttarakhand government has postponed the char dham yatra with immediate effect till further orders. The development comes hours after the Uttarakhand government, despite the High Court’s order against holding Char Dham Yatra this year, made a fresh announcement stating that the pilgrimage will begin from July 1. The government had also issued a fresh set of COVID guidelines making COVID negative reports mandatory for pilgrims. “The first phase of the yatra will

CORBETT OPENS FOR THE YEARLY TRAVEL AND TOURS

Source: Financial ExpressDate: 30th June, 2021

The Corbett Tiger Reserve was opened on Tuesday for the annual tours. Five ranges of the reserve including Garjia, Birjani, Dhara-Jhirna, Dhela and Pakhron were opened this afternoon for day visits for the whole year, Corbett's director in management said. Corbett's opening generated great enthusiasm among wildlife lovers with around 50 bookings made for the day safaris on an inaugural day, he said. Opening the reserve for the round-the-year tourism will help people whose livelihoods are connected with it, the officials said. Corbett's revenue

ASSOCHAM SEEKS RELIEF MEASURES FOR HOSPITALITY SECTOR

Source: Travel Trends TodayDate: 29th June, 2021

Sharing concerns and issues of the travel and tourism industry owing to the devastating economic impact of Covid-19 on the highly job-oriented sector, ASSOCHAM has reached out to the government seeking an urgent relief package, comprising long-tenure debt restructuring and priority in vaccination of the staff in the hospitality sector as well. In a presentation for the ministries of Tourism, Finance, External Affairs, Civil Aviation and the RBI, the ASSOCHAM National Council on Tourism and Hospitality has sad that thousands of MSMEs have been displaced in the sector and their rehabili

NEED OF QR CODE IN TRAVEL INDUSTRY.

Source: Business StandardDate: 29th June, 2021

Quick Response(QR) code is a 2-dimensional barcode designed in 1994 for the automotive industry in Japan. This matrix of squares and patterns is capable of storing lots of data such as an image file, a URL address, a PDF document, or an audio file. After scanning it allows you to access information instantly. QR is very useful in today's situation as code technology is used to strengthen health protocols and to ensure touchless methods in the travel industry services. QR code in travel industry helps in many ways : 1. QR for boarding : The involvement of QR codes in del

NEW ZEALAND TO SLIGHTLY RE-START "TRAVEL BUBBLE" WITH AUSTRALIA

Source: WIONDate: 29th June, 2021

The New Zealand government announced to restart quarantine-free travel with parts of Australia next week as it lifted COVID-19 curbs in Wellington on Tuesday. New Zealand halted its "travel bubble" with Australia on Saturday as an outbreak of the highly contagious Delta variant took root in Sydney and several other Australian cities. COVID-19 Response Minister Chris Hipkins said quarantine-free travel will restart with South Australia, Tasmania and Victoria states where as the Australian Capital Territory will resume from Monday, although authorities would continue

PM MODI INAUGURATES ZEN GARDEN, KAIZEN ACADEMY AT AMA, AHMEDABAD

Source: Financial ExpressDate: 29th June, 2021

Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated Zen Garden and Kaizen Academy at Ahmedabad Management Association (AMA) at Ahmedabad via video conferencing. PM Modi shared pictures of the ceremony on his social media handles as well. Tirath Singh Rawat, Chief Minister, Uttarakhand also shared several clicks. Zen Garden and Kaizen Academy is a symbol of spontaneity and improving relations lately between India and Japan, said PM Modi as he thanked the leaders of Hyogo Prefecture for their contribution to the establishment of both. PM Modi also highlighted the similar

DISNEY WORLD GIVING AWAY FREE TRIPS CELEBRATING ITS 50TH ANNIVERSARY

Source: Times of IndiaDate: 28th June, 2021

Celebrating its 50th Anniversary, Walt Disney World has decided to offer guest free trips to the park. The anniversary will be celebrated on October 1, 2021. For this, Disney has asked the public to nominate any US resident, who they believe is a magic maker like someone who has impacted their community through generosity, kindness and charity. Top 50 nominees will get a chance to be a part of the World's Most Magical Celebration. Besides free trips to the parks, Disney is also up for donating USD 400,00 among four non-profits who served their communi

LINK YOUR PASSPORT WITH COVID-19 CERTIFICATE

Source: TIMES OF INDIADate: 28th June, 2021

Travellers from India who are going abroad can now be relieved as the CoWin portal is going to allow users to link the vaccination certificates to their passports. International destinations are seeking vaccination certificates as a proof of vaccination, and linking an individual’s passport number to it is an ideal step. "Now, you can update your passport number in your vaccination certificate", the official handle of the Arogya Setu app tweeted . Check for more guidelines on how to update or correct their passport details for vaccination certificate online. Gui

MAHAKALESHWAR TEMPLE FINALLY TO BE REOPENED ON JUNE 28TH AFTER BEING CLOSED FOR 80 DAYS DUE TO COVID-19 PANDEMIC

Source: Financial ExpressDate: 27th June, 2021

The famous Mahakaleshwar temple at Ujjain in Madhya Pradesh will be reopened for devotees on Monday after a lag of 80 days, informed the member of its management committee. The temple was shut for the public on April 9th this year following a rise in the COVID-19 infection rate. The officials said it had to be closed because of the second wave of Pandemic that broke out last year. It would be reopened tomorrow however the entry to the temple's sanctum sanctorum and Nandi Hall would still be prohibited. The devotees would need to take online permission for th

UAE SUSPENDS FLIGHTS FROM INDIA, PAKISTAN AND 12 OTHER COUNTRIES

Source: Hindustan TimesDate: 27th June, 2021

The United Arab Emirates has put a ban on the entry of flights from India and 13 other countries, announced by the federal aviation authority on Sunday. Cargo flights, charter and business flights would be excluded from this rule. In a Notice to Airmen (NOTAM) on Sunday, the UAE's General Civil Aviation Authority said flights from India, Pakistan, Liberia, Namibia, Uganda, Bangladesh, Nepal, Sri Lanka, and others will be terminated to the ongoing coronavirus pandemic. UAE's National Emergency Crisis and Disasters Emergency Management Authority (NCEMA) had c

PRESIDENT GOES TO KANPUR ON SPECIAL TRAIN

Source: THE HINDUDate: 27th June, 2021

After age gap of 15 years President Ram Nath Kovind, accompanied by First Lady Savita Devi Kovind, boarded a special train from the Safdarjung railway station on Friday to travel to his native place Kanpur. President Kovind boards a special Presidential train from Safdarjung railway station to Kanpur. The train will make two stop-overs, at Jhinjhak and Rura of Kanpur Dehat, and will reach Kanpur Central in the evening, the official handle of the Rashtrapati Bhavan tweeted. Railway Minister Piyush Goyal and Chairman of the Railway Board Suneet Sharma were present at the station to see hi

When will US lift travel restrictions for Indians? US Embassy official Don Heflin answers

Source: Hindustan TimesDate: 27th June, 2021

In an interview to Aditi Prasad, minister-counsellor for consular affairs in US Embassy New Delhi, Don Heflin, gave a clear view of when the United States can lift travel restrictions for India, do Indian students will need a second vaccination after reaching the United States etc. With the new academics starting in US schools and colleges in August, it is time for the last-minute scramble for Indian students as the situation has become more challenging ow on issues regarding travel restriction, Covid-19 vaccinations etc. In the present situation, no one can travel from Indi

ASSAM DOES AWAY WITH COVID TEST FOR FULLY VACCINATED TOURISTS

Source: Financial ExpressDate: 26th June, 2021

People who have been vaccinated with both doses of Covid vaccine will be exempted from the mandatory testing on arrival at airports or railway stations in Assam, announced Assam Govt. With the number of Covid-19 vaccinated people rising, Assam Government pulled out the order stating that the incoming tourists vaccinated with both doses of vaccine would not be compulsorily tested. this scheme would prove helpful for tourists who have been completely vaccinated and are willing to visit Assam. Anurag Goel, Principal Secretary, Health Department, Assam, issued a circu

AIR INDIA FLIES FROM AMRITSAR TO DUBAI WITH JUST 1 PASSENGER

Source: Financial ExpressDate: 26th June, 2021

UAE - based Indian businessman S P Singh Oberoi was left surprised while travelling from Amritsar to Dubai, having the plane to himself while boarding Air India's flight from Amritsar to Dubai. Oberoi was the only passenger on the plane's three hour flight to Dubai that departed from Amritsar around 3.45 am on Wednesday. This benefit was owing to his golden visa of Dubai allowing 10 year long residency in the UAE. During the flight he clicked pictures with the crew. This was the third time in the last five weeks when a flight to Dubai departed with one pas

TAMIL NADU LOCKDOWN RESTRICTIONS AND E-REGISTRATIONS

Source: INDIADate: 26th June, 2021

The Tamil Nadu government on Friday announced Covid-19 lockdown extension by another week till July 5. It also announced some travel relaxations in the three categories of districts.Further travel relaxations have been allowed in category II (23 districts) and category III, which consists of Chennai, Tiruvallur, Kancheepuram and Chengelpet in addition to the ones already allowed. Electricians, plumbers, motor technicians, carpenters and self-employed people will be allowed to travel without registration from 6 am – 7 pm. Walking will be allowed on all beaches in the state from 5 am to 9

SUSPENSION OF FLIGHTS FROM INDIA-UAE TILL JULY 21

Source: GULF NEWSDate: 26th June, 2021

UAE's GCAA -General Civil Aviation Authority has announced that inbound passenger traffic from India would remain suspended until July 21. They also mentioned that flights from India and 13 other countries, including Liberia, Namibia, Sierra Leone, Democratic Republic Of Congo, Uganda, Zambia, Vietnam, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Nepal, Sri Lanka, Nigeria and South Africa, will remain suspended until July 21, 2021. The cargo as well as business and charter flights would be exempted. The suspension includes inbound transit passengers with exception of transit flights coming

VISTARA 48 HOUR SALE FOR FLIGHTS STARTS FROM AUG 1- OCT 12

Source: Business TodayDate: 25th June, 2021

Vistara runs flights in economy, premium economy and business class configurations Vistara on Thursday announced a 48-hour sale on all classes of its flights for travel between August 1 and October 12, and mentioned that the sale would end on 11:59 PM on Friday. During April and May, India and its aviation sector had been badly hit by the coronavirus infection's second wave, which is receding currently. Vinod Kannan, Chief Commercial Officer, Vistara, said, "The unfortunate second wave of COVID-19 compelled many to put their travel plans on hold". “As the

VISTADOME COACH FROM MUMBAI TO PUNE STARTS FROM JUNE 26

Source: TIMES OF INDIADate: 25th June, 2021

From June26 you will get to travel between Mumbai and Pune in Vistadome coaches. As per the reports, Central Railway will start running the Mumbai-Pune Deccan Express special train with Vistadome coach. The train will chug through the mesmerizing Western Ghats, which will offer glimpses of Matheran hill, Songir Hill, Ulhas Valley, Ulhas River, areas of Lonavala, Khandala, along with tunnels and waterfalls on the South East Ghat section. The key features of Mumbai-Pune Deccan Express Special train with vistadome coach are wide window panes,air conditioned, rotatable seats, gla

ISRAEL WELCOMES FIRST POST-COVID-19 TOUR GROUP

Source: Breaking Travel NewsDate: 24th June, 2021

Israel has welcomed the first post covid group of tourists since the pandemic outbreak as part of the gradual reopening process for the vaccinated visitors. The British group, flying to Israel with British Airways, consists of 30 people and will be in Israel for around 10 days, visiting famous spots like Jerusalem, Nazareth, Sea of Galilee, The Dead Sea, Jaffa and more. As they arrived, they were greeted by the Israel Ministry of Tourism representatives, who escorted them through the immigration formalities the PCR tests set up by the Israeli law as well. &

LORD JAGANNATH'S BATHING RESTRICTIONS AND SECURITY TIGHTENED AMIDST COVID DREAD

Source: Financial ExpressDate: 24th June, 2021

The annual bathing ceremony of the holy trinity of Lord Balabhadra, Devi Subhadra and Lord Jagannath took place on Thursday without devotees and under strict Covid-19 regulations and protocols, officials said. The 'Snana Yatra' is held on the full-moon day in 'Jyeshtha' month of the Hindu calendar, as the birthday of Lord Jagannath, ahead of the Rath Yatra. The district administration prohibited the devotees from witnessing the 'Devasnana' festival for the second year consecutively due to the pandemic and extended security around the shrine as we

JAMMU & KASHMIR : AT PATNITOP TOURISTS ARE BANNED FOR USING PLASTIC AND COOKING

Source: TIMESOFINDIADate: 23rd June, 2021

The authorities in J&K recently imposed a complete ban on lighting fire, cooking, the use of polythene and other plastic materials, and throwing of garbage at the famous Patnitop hill resort and its surrounding areas. The ban order is to save the area from environmental hazard is given by Sher singh ,Chief Executive Officer of Patnitop Development Authority(PDA). They also added Patnitop for some time has been witnessing a huge rush of tourists, who have been indulging in a number of activities, such as lighting fires, cooking, and throwing garbage or waste in the f

NEPAL PLANS TO RE-START INTERNATIONAL FLIGHTS

Source: TIMES OF INDIADate: 23rd June, 2021

Nepal government has finally decided to reopen the country to some international destinations after remaining closed for a while due to the Covid situations. At the same time, domestic flights will be partially resumed as well. A cabinet meeting confirmed that the country is going to permit international flights to South Korea, Kuwait, Oman, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates, and Japan. On the other hand, Kathmandu has now eased its restrictions but has extended its lockdown for yet another week. The country has reported a decline in COVID-19 infections in recent times. Moreover,

GOT YOUR JAB? INDIGO IS HERE TO GIVE VACCINATED CUSTOMERS A 10% DISCOUNT

Source: Business StandardDate: 23rd June, 2021

The country's largest domestic airline, IndiGo, has planned to avail a discount of 10% to its vaccinated customers. Customers who have got either one or both Covid-19 vaccine doses are offered a discount of 10% on the ticket fare while booking online, from today. The offer is available only for vaccinated customers aged 18 years and above, who are in India both at the time of booking and while receiving the vaccine jab. The passengers would need a verified Covid-19 vaccination certificate, issued by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare. They can also

AMARNATH YATRA CANCELLED ANOTHER YEAR DUE TO THE COVID PANDEMIC

Source: Financial ExpressDate: 23rd June, 2021

Owing to the high rising cases of Covid-19 and the severity of the pandemic, the J&K administration has decided to keep the Amarnath Yatra symbolic, for another year straight. Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha made this announcement after discussions with members of the Shri Amarnath Shrine Board and other officials. He also initiated making arrangements so that devotees can virtually attend the morning and evening aartis’ at the Himalayan shrine. This alternative would allow them to pay homage while avoiding travel and exposing themselves to infection in

FROM JULY 1, ENTER HIMACHAL PRADESH WITHOUT E- PASS

Source: Tribune IndiaDate: 23rd June, 2021

In the view of the improved Covid situation, the Himachal Pradesh cabinet on Tuesday (June 22) decided to end the e-pass system to enter the state from July 1. A meeting of the state cabinet was held under the chairmanship of Chief Minister Jai Ram Thakur to review the Covid-19 situation. It was decided that from July 1, the inter-state bus service would be resumed with 50 per cent capacity, e-pass system discontinued and government offices allowed to work with full attendance. All shops would remain open from 9 am to 8 pm and restaurants up to 10 pm. Social gatherings would be allowed up to

YOGA PROGRAMMES ORGANISED AT 75 HERITAGE LOCATIONS ACROSS INDIA

Source: Travel Trends TodayDate: 23rd June, 2021

Prahlad Singh Patel, Minister of State for Culture and Tourism (I/C), performed yoga with other officials of Ministries of Culture and Tourism as well as yoga experts and yoga fans at the Red Fort in Delhi on the occasion of the seventh International Day of Yoga yesterday. Patel, along with other ministers, led the drive “Yoga, An Indian Heritage” as a division of the “Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav” campaign, organised at 75 cultural heritage spots with active participation from all bodies of the Ministry to memorialize 75 years of Independence. Considering the curre

KERALA TOURISM LAUNCHES ‘IN-CAR DINING’ TO SERVE FOOD IN PARKED VEHICLES DURING COVID-19 PANDEMIC

Source: Outlook IndiaDate: 22nd June, 2021

Observing health risks while eating in public spaces amidst covid 19, the Kerala Tourism Development Corporation (KTDC) has introduced ‘In-Car Dining’ services that serve travellers food inside their vehicles. Tourism Minister P A Mohamed Riyas has announced that ‘In-Car Dining’ will help customers remain within the parked vehicles, to where orders placed at KTDC’s Aahaar Restaurants will reach. The scheme is being executed taking into consideration the public safety hazards owing to the second wave of the pandemic, the Minister said.

2021 PURI RATH YATRA TO BE HELD ON JULY 12 - DETAILS INSIDE

Source: TIMESOFINDIADate: 22nd June, 2021

Shree Jagannath Temple Administration (SJTA) has finalized the date for the revered and famous Puri Rath Yatra 2021. This year, the yatra will be held on July 12 in the town of Puri with COVID-19 protocols in place. The schedule was finalized on Sunday by the SJTA. All those, including servitors who will be involved in the rituals, will have to undergo RT-PCR tests or complete two doses of COVID-19 vaccines, as per the apex temple body of servitors Chhatisa Nijog. Devotees will not be allowed for all temple event amid fears of triggering the spread of coronavirus. O

FLYING MILKHA SINGH CLUB FOR ADVENTURE SPORTS INAUGURATED AT MORNI HILLS, PANCHKULA

Source: Financial ExpressDate: 22nd June, 2021

Morni Hills has been bolted to turn into a major tourist hub beginning with the preparations lately. On Sunday, the CM of Haryana, Manohar Lal Khattar inaugurated the ‘Flying Milka Singh Club’ giving a tribute to the late legendary athlete, Milkha Singh, who passed away some days back owing to Covid-19 complications. The club- dedicated to the legendary deceased athlete, would be set up at Morni Hills, where many adventure sports, water sports and tourism activities would take place. The CM of Haryana, Manohar Lal Khattar, added that the club is expected to guide and

JAMMU AND KASHMIR TOURISM ADMINISTRATION PLANS TO SET UP JAMMU AS THE ADVENTURE TOURISM HUB

Source: The Economic TimesDate: 21st June, 2021

The Jammu and Kashmir government is all ready to turn adventure tourism on a big scale at a major spot, Jammu, as officials declared on Saturday. The suburb offers access to several adventure activities, from the marvellous foothills of Jammu to the sky rising mountains and trails of Kishtwar, the serene lakes and rich flora of Rajouri- Poonch and the beautiful meadows of Bhaderwah and Patnitop. In an advisory meeting with the officials, numerous experts from various fields and reputed institutes across India, including the Indian Institute of Skiing and Mountaineering and Winte

BANGALORE TO VACCINATE THOSE GOING TO ABROAD

Source: THE HINDUDate: 21st June, 2021

A vaccination center will be set up on the Central College campus, Bengaluru City University from July 22,Tuesday for people travelling abroad. It will operate between 10.30 a.m. and 4.30 p.m. "The NHM has also included workers of milk cooperative societies and cable operators in the priority list for vaccination," Those going overseas will have to show their visa, admission receipt, job order and relevant documents to get inoculated on a priority basis. District commissioners across the state have been instructed to issue eligibility certificates to students and workers for v

AMENDED TRAVEL PROTOCOL IN UAE : HUGE RELIEF FOR EXPATRIATES STRANDED IN KERALA

Source: THE HINDUDate: 22nd June, 2021

The UAE authorities announced a revision in protocols for traveller's from India. Where as South Africa and Nigeria granted permission to the residents who have received 2 doses of approved vaccines. The revised protocol notified by UAE for inbound passengers from India has given a big relief for hundreds of visa-holding Non Resident Indians stranded back home in Kerala. The rules published by the Supreme Committee of Crisis and Disaster Management in Dubai will applied from Wednesday. As part of COVID-19 preventive measures, passengers from India we

UNIFIED STANDARD'S FOR VACCINATED AIRLINE PASSENGERS - VISTARA

Source: THE HINDUDate: 22nd June, 2021

Vistara Airlines will need a “unified” solution for domestic and international air travel to enable hassle-free movement for fully vaccinated passengers - Vinod Kannan (CCO of Vistara). The comment comes at a time when the Ministry of Civil Aviation is learnt to be analyzing a proposal to put off RT-PCR take a look at necessities for absolutely vaccinated passengers for home air journey. “The question around what should be done to enable domestic travel when passengers have been vaccinated has been raised with the Ministry and that is something they are working on

FROM JUNE 21 TO RE-START 50 SPECIAL TRAIN SERVICES - INDIAN RAILWAYS

Source: INDIA TVDate: 20th June, 2021

Indian Railways has decided to restart services of 50 special trains which were stopped because of COVID-19 pandemic. These special trains will recommence operations from June 21. The demand of passengers has increased in recent times. The number of trains has been increased gradually. From 800 express trains which were in operation daily in the first week of June, passenger services have gone up to 983 express trains as on Friday, which is about 56% of the pre-Covid level. From the 1st of the June to 18th of June they approve to operate 660 additional express trains h

"GOA" to shut all the tourism activities until every adult in the state get's vaccinated .

Source: TIMES OF INDIADate: 19th June, 2021

Goa Chief Minister Pramod Sawant on Thursday said the state will remain closed for the tourism until every adult in the state get's vaccinated. The CM added that the administration is aiming to achieve this goal by July 31. "Until we administer the first dose of vaccine, tourism will not be reopened here. Our target is to accomplish this goal by 31 July. We will consider reopening only after achieving that goal," said Sawant. The statement comes a day after the Travel and Tourism Association of Goa (TTAG) was informed by the government that the state’s hospital

PATNITOP ROPEWAY OPENS AFTER A WHOLE MONTH FOR WEEKEND OPERATIONS IN J&K

Source: Financial ExpressDate: 18th June, 2021

The Patnitop ropeway in Udhampur district of Jammu and Kashmir has started to operate on a weekendly basis following Friday, after over a month of halt owing to the Coronavirus pandemic. The 2.8 km eco-friendly cable car project by Skyview is the first of its kind leisure, lifestyle and adventure destination located within the breathtakingly beautiful and scenic beauty of nature, in the lap of the Himalayas. It is the country’s highest ropeway in terms of ground clearance of over 65 meters and the largest Indo-French collaboration in mountain infrastructure development. It was bui

Himachal ITC hotels added Mountain Resort named "WELCOMHOTEL TAVLEEN ,CHAIL".

Source: Times of IndiaDate: 17th June, 2021

ITC’s hotel group integrates India’s renowned tradition of hospitality and warmth, with globally benchmarked facilities & services .There are over 100 hotels in 70 destinations . Now it entered into the scenic Himachal Pradesh for the 2nd time, 106 km from Chandigarh, Chail has been a popular choice among tourists for its geography and a climate that attracts travellers around the year. The hotel has 65 well-appointed guest rooms, including 18 fairy-tale cottages and a luxury suite. The Chail Palace is well known for its archite

ASI PROTECTED MONUMENTS TO OPEN FROM JUNE 16 2021

Source: TIMESOFINDIADate: 15th June, 2021

Archaeological survey of India also known as ASI decided to open all the centrally protected monuments and museums from June16,2021.These monuments across India were shattered down after the hit of second wave of Covid-19 in India. After 2 months from June 16,2021 now the monuments are ready to welcome the tourists. There are a total of 3693 monuments and 50 national galleries and museums which are being centrally protected in India .The present situation of Covid-19 has become better in India. So ASI decided to welcome the tourist by following some guidelines by the state

SpiceJet will not charge any fees for changes done at least 5 days prior to journey

Source: The Economic TimesDate: 19th April, 2021

officials said passengers will not be charged any fees for changing date or time in their tickets at least five days prior to the departure date. Earlier, the zero-fee was applicable only for changes done at least seven days prior to the journey, the airline’s press release said. “Under the new offering, passengers booking direct domestic flight tickets from April 17 to May 10 can enjoy a one-time waiver on the change fee for the travel period between April 17 and May 15,” it clarified. As states such as Maharashtra and Delhi are going under partial and full lockdown due t

Covid-19 negative report will be mandatory for Char Dham Yatra 2021

Source: The Economic TimesDate: 19th April, 2021

It will be mandatory for Char Dham pilgrims from outside of Uttarakhand to carry a negative Covid-19 test report, the state tourism and culture minister said on Saturday. The yatra is scheduled to start on May 14. The minister also hinted at placing a limit on the number of pilgrims that can visit a shrine daily. “Pilgrims coming from other states to Haridwar Maha Kumbh as well as the Char Dham Yatra are requested to follow the Covid-19 guidelines. The government is fully prepared for the yatra and as part of the guidelines, devotees must get CBNAAT, TrueNaT or RT-PCR tests are done bef

Haridwar Kumbha kicks off!

Source: Uttarakhand TourismDate: 04th April, 2021

The much-awaited mega event of Kumbha Mela has officially commenced in Uttarakhand's Haridwar. The event is hailed as one of the largest religious and peaceful gatherings in the world and sees enthusiasts and devotees coming in from all over the country as well as from across the world. The state has made it essential for visitors from 12 states to carry COVID negative test reports with them while visiting the state; those visiting Haridwar must also carry their RT-PCR negative report. April 12, 14, 27 are the major dates for Kumbha this time, and might attract a lot of visitors

The first space hotel of the world is all set to open in 2027

Source: Space tourismDate: 04th April, 2021

Journey to space is no longer a dream. Very soon, the general public will be able to fly to space and spend holidays and book vacations there, thanks to the Orbital Assembly's Voyager Station. The space construction firm has announced the opening of the world’s first space hotel in 2027. The Voyager Space Station is a proposed space station which aims to be the first commercial space hotel. Construction of the space station is planned in 2026. The space station will create artificial gravity using centrifugal force and the hotel will be built in a Ferris wheel shape. It will keep spi

Kashmir Introduced Direct, Evening Flights

Source: Jammu & Kashmir TourismDate: 02nd April, 2021

Tourism in Jammu & Kashmir is soon going to get a much-needed boost as direct evening flights got introduced. Night flight operations have already begun at Srinagar airport, thus allowing travellers to get into the valley at all times of the day now. This should also bring an advantage for the hospitality industry in Jammu and Kashmir. The first such flight operated by IndiGo, landed in Srinagar from Bengaluru on March 29 with 184 passengers on-board. Such direct flights from large cities such as Bengaluru is set to attract more visitors to the Union Territory. The Director of Kashmi

Tourism Malaysia gears up for border opening, to rope in operators from Ahmedabad

Source: Malaysia TourismDate: 02nd April, 2021

Amid the ongoing coronavirus pandemic that has hit the tourism industry worldwide, Tourism Malaysia has decided to touch base with international tour operators in Ahmedabad to woo potential tourists from Gujarat to famous destinations in Malaysia once travel restrictions are eased. Currently, Malaysia is closed for foreign tourists with the exception of students and essential workers. It is mulling to reopen borders if the Covid-19 situation improves. Addressing a virtual press conference during a two-day Gulf Travel Show on Wednesday, officials with Malaysia Tourism Promotion Board announce

IndiGo starts 14 new flights under Udan scheme

Source: Date: 02nd April, 2021

IndiGo on Thursday said it has started 14 new flights under regional connectivity scheme Udan from March 28 onwards. In a press release, the carrier said it has started these flights on various routes including Bhubaneswar-Allahabad, Bhubaneswar-Varanasi, Bhopal-Allahabad, Dibrugarh-Dimapur, Shillong-Agartala and Shillong-Silchar. Under the Udan scheme, financial incentives from the Centre, state governments and airport operators are extended to selected airlines to encourage operations from unserved and underserved airports, and keep airfares affordable.

Jammu and Kashmir to develop 7 new trekking routes in wildlife protected areas

Source: Jammu & Kashmir TourismDate: 01st April, 2021

Travellers on their next trip to Jammu and Kashmir will not just get an opportunity to explore more trekking routes but will also get a chance to stay at accommodations located in quaint places amidst pristine nature. Jammu and Kashmir will be developing seven new trekking routes in various wildlife protected areas and to further promote sustainable tourism, the existing infrastructure and resources of the Forest Department, including rest houses and inspection huts, would also be opened to tourists and wildlife enthusiasts. The decision would allow online booking of 29 forest rest houses and

SpiceJet introduces 'zero change fee' offer on domestic flights

Source: Date: 01st April, 2021

SpiceJet has introduced a 'zero change fee' offer under which passengers can modify dates or names on the ticket, at least seven days prior to the date of departure, without any charges. This offer will be applicable to all bookings done between March 27 and April 4 for travel period between March 27 and June 30, said the airline's press release. "The offer thus aims to extend significant flexibility and cost savings to all its passengers in these unprecedented times...Fare difference will be applicable for flight changes and shall be payable by the customer," the rele

Jamaica seeks to rekindle the romance with new honeymoon promotion

Source: Jamaica Tourist BoardDate: 31st March, 2021

Over the last year, many couples around the world had to cancel or postpone their wedding or honeymoon plans, but one thing we know is that – love is not cancelled! In the spirit of romance, the Jamaica Tourist Board has launched the ‘No Wedding, No Cry’ Jamaica Honeymoon Sweepstakes. Couples who show proof of a wedding cancellation between April-December last year can enter to win an ultimate four-night honeymoon to Moon Palace Jamaica complete with their deluxe honeymoon package, roundtrip airfare, airport transfers and a romantic excursion for two. “With world-cla