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Sangam city enhances pilgrim comfort amid rising footfall
After the Mahakumbh-2025, the number of devotees visiting Prayagraj has increased by 10 to 15%, claim officials. A large number of these devotees are elderly and some are differently abled.
Published on May 07, 2025 05:34 AM IST
K Sandeep Kumar, Prayagraj
No insurgency in Tripura now, visit tourist spots: CM to people
No insurgency in Tripura now, visit tourist spots: CM to people
Published on May 06, 2025 05:59 PM IST
PTI |
New Mahabaleshwar project to create employment opportunities: Fadnavis
The Maharashtra Tourism Development Corporation (MTDC), under the state’s tourism department, organised the three-day Maharashtra Tourism Festival from May 2 to 4 in Mahabaleshwar with the aim of promoting tourism
Published on May 05, 2025 08:06 AM IST
Canadian Snowbird Visa Act: US plan for real estate tourism recovery has a catch
American lawmakers have introduced the 'Canadian Snowbird Visa Act', a legislation aimed at boosting tourism with real estate incentives
Published on May 04, 2025 06:44 PM IST
Yash Nitish Bajaj
Swiss serenity: 5 luxurious hotels for the ultimate Alpine getaway
Whether you are seeking adventure, serenity or bespoke indulgences, these 5 hotels in Switzerland offer the world’s finest.
Published on May 03, 2025 06:49 PM IST
Zarafshan Shiraz, New Delhi
US visa waiver program: Who is eligible and how to apply
US Visa Waiver Program – 41 nations can now travel to the US visa-free for 90 days. Check eligibility and see how to apply.
Published on May 02, 2025 03:39 AM IST
It’s about human connections, not just about ‘us’ and ‘them’ in Kashmir
The author reflects on their recent trip to Kashmir, highlighting connections made despite political tensions, and impact of terrorism on human relationships
Updated on May 01, 2025 07:23 PM IST
Aditi Kundu
Union cabinet approves Mawlyngkhung-Panchgram greenfield expressway
The road will reduce travel time from Mawlyngkhung near Shillong in Meghalaya to Panchgram near Silchar in Assam from eight hours and 30 minutes to five hours
Published on Apr 30, 2025 06:18 PM IST
Knysna to Karoo, 4 romantic escapes in South Africa to explore with your partner
Attention lovers! Check out these 4 key romantic locations in South Africa to celebrate love and romance on your next trip.
Updated on Apr 29, 2025 08:47 PM IST
Zarafshan Shiraz, New Delhi
Tea towns to untouched villages, Japan to UAE: Budget trips for May Day holiday
Surge in trips expected for Chinese holiday but travellers keep budgets tight. Here's where China’s travellers are heading this May Day.
Updated on Apr 29, 2025 02:54 PM IST
Reuters | , Beijing/shanghai
Rome's top tourist attraction, Sistine Chapel, closes to the public
Tourists to Vatican are being shut out of the Sistine Chapel for the foreseeable future after the death of Pope Francis, which changed Rome’s most iconic site.
Published on Apr 28, 2025 06:53 PM IST
AP | | Posted by Zarafshan Shiraz, Vatican City
Nepal to restrict Everest climbs to qualified mountaineers after record deaths
Think you can just show up and climb Everest? Not anymore! Nepal to require 7,000-metre summit for Everest permit approval. Here's what it means.
Updated on Apr 28, 2025 04:39 PM IST
Reuters | | Posted by Zarafshan Shiraz, Kathmandu
Layoffs in Las Vegas: MGM Resorts cuts concierge staff, Americans fear downturn
MGM Resorts will close concierge services at multiple Las Vegas hotels, impacting 34 employees, amid concerns of reduced tourism and rising prices.
Published on Apr 28, 2025 08:52 AM IST
Maharashtra govt planning water metro for Mumbai, Kochi body to help with DPR: Nitesh Rane
Maharashtra govt planning water metro for Mumbai, Kochi body to help with DPR: Nitesh Rane
Published on Apr 27, 2025 08:23 AM IST
PTI |
Hope afloat: Lone shikara in Kashmir’s troubled waters
In recent years, Kashmir had begun to reclaim its place on every traveller’s bucket list. The Valley buzzed back to life as tourists poured in.
Updated on Apr 26, 2025 08:41 AM IST
Randeep Dhillon Mand
Helipads located in ITBP-controlled zones could be utilised to promote tourism: CM Sukhu
Helipads located in ITBP-controlled zones could be utilised to promote tourism: CM Sukhu
Published on Apr 24, 2025 08:24 PM IST
PTI |
Bluebells and other spring flowers can be nature's antidote to stressful times
No Wi-Fi, no worries, the ultimate digital detox: This fairytale forest in Europe's Belgium is the mental health break you didn’t know you needed.
Updated on Apr 24, 2025 07:16 PM IST
AP | | Posted by Zarafshan Shiraz, Halle, Belgium
Tourists rejoice! Stunning Dzongu and Lachung are finally accessible again
Gateway to Sikkim’s secret beauty is open again and tourists are rushing in: Bailey bridge over river Teesta at Sankalang in North Sikkim opened for traffic.
Updated on Apr 24, 2025 06:29 PM IST
PTI | | Posted by Zarafshan Shiraz, Gangtok
Kashmir travel plans unravel as cancellations surge
The Maharashtra Tour Organisers’ Association claims as many as 5-7 lakh tourists from Maharashtra alone head to J&K every weekend during summer
Published on Apr 24, 2025 08:42 AM IST
Locals protest against Pahalgam terror strike, say this attack was not on tourists, but on all of Kashmir
Local tour operators, hoteliers and ponywalas held big protests in Pahalgam and adjacent villages. Carrying placards, the protesters were raising slogans against attackers
Published on Apr 24, 2025 08:34 AM IST
Mir Ehsan, Srinagar
Pahalgam attack: New images show execution-style killings of tourists
New images, seen by HT, show that most of the 26 men killed in the terror strike were shot in the head
Updated on Apr 24, 2025 02:52 PM IST
Mir EhsanRahul Singh
Ladakh: The Himalayan region that remains a travel treasure
Ladakh is calling: The untouched Himalayan gem you don’t want to cancel on.
Updated on Apr 23, 2025 06:15 PM IST
PTI | | Posted by Zarafshan Shiraz, Leh
Jammu-Srinagar highway reopens for one-way traffic after massive landslide
One-way traffic resumes on landslide-hit Jammu-Srinagar Highway, special train launched to rescue stranded tourists after 3 days.
Updated on Apr 23, 2025 05:34 PM IST
PTI | | Posted by Zarafshan Shiraz, Jammu
Selfie spots, rose gold ceiling: India’s largest cruise terminal opens in Mumbai
Ready to cruise like royalty? Mumbai's stunning new cruise terminal looks straight out of a luxury magazine. See inside!
Updated on Apr 22, 2025 06:58 PM IST
ANI | | Posted by Zarafshan Shiraz, Mumbai (maharashtra) [india]
Kathmandu to Kolkata in just 85 minutes: Nepal's Buddha Air resumes flights afte
Nepal: Buddha Air's new flight route between Nepal and India is a game-changer for tourists.
Updated on Apr 22, 2025 04:34 PM IST
PTI | | Posted by Zarafshan Shiraz, Kathmandu
Rain, hailstorm lash parts of Himachal Pradesh: Tourists stunned by beauty
Himachal woke up to rain and hail and it’s everything tourists dreamed of. Here's why now is the best time to be in Shimla.
Updated on Apr 21, 2025 06:08 PM IST
ANI | | Posted by Zarafshan Shiraz, Shimla (himachal Pradesh) [india]
Feast on a frittelle or explore a hidden palace: Top 10 things to do in Venice
Venice is one of the most extravagant and magical cities in the world. Here are the top 10 must-do experiences to make your trip unforgettable.
Updated on Apr 21, 2025 01:42 PM IST
Zarafshan Shiraz, New Delhi
Himachal CM Sukhu: Will urge Centre to start Mansarovar Yatra from Kinnaur
Kailash Mansarovar Yatra has religious significance for Hindus, Jains and Buddhists; thousands of pilgrims visit Kailash Mansarovar, a tradition rooted in centuries of spiritual heritage, every year
Heading to Europe this summer? Some handy tips every traveller must know
Planning a holiday in Europe this summer? Here are all the handy tips about visas, currency exchange, City Pass, Visitor’s tax and more for a seamless holiday.
Updated on Apr 18, 2025 08:30 PM IST
Preeti Verma Lal, New Delhi
OTT-inspired travel: 5 vacation spots straight out of TV and movies
Crash Land in Korea, Promenade in Bath, Cast Spells in Scotland: OTT-fuelled travel is the hottest trend of 2025. Take a trip to these iconic TV show locations.
Updated on Apr 18, 2025 03:41 PM IST