May 2024 – Page 3 – आवारा मुसाफिर

International tourism reached 97% of pre-pandemic levels

May 22, 2024305 Views

International tourist arrivals reached 97% of pre-pandemic levels in the first quarter of 2024. According to UN Tourism, more than 285 million tourists travelled internationally in January-March, about 20% more than the first quarter of 2023, underscoring the sector’s near-complete recovery from the impacts of the pandemic. In 2023 international tourist arrivals recovered 89% of 2019 levels and export revenues from tourism 96%, while direct tourism GDP reached the same levels as in 2019. UN Tourism’s projection for 2024 points to a full recovery of international tourism with arrivals growing 2% above 2019 levels. In line with this, the newest data released by the UN specialized agency for tourism show that: The Middle East saw the strongest relative growth, with international...

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One of the greatest concentrations of cultural institutions

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May 22, 2024317 Views

Saadiyat Cultural District, Abu Dhabi is on track for 2025 completion Showcases Abu Dhabi’s commitment to culture The Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) has reaffirmed that Saadiyat Cultural District, along with its cultural institutions, is on track for completion in 2025. Saadiyat Cultural District is a global platform, emanating from a rich cultural heritage, celebrating traditions, and advancing equitable culture. It is an embodiment of empowerment, showcasing museums, collections, and narratives that celebrate the region’s heritage while promoting a diverse global cultural landscape. Once completed, the diversity of Saadiyat Cultural District’s institutions will make the district one of the most unique cultural platforms. It is already the...

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Amora selects Sydney as regional hub

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May 22, 2024334 Views

To drive Asia Pacific brand expansion strategy, opens corporate office in Australia Leading independent hospitality company Amora Hotels & Resorts is positioning itself for a new phase of expansion in Asia Pacific as it prepares to introduce its unique style of customer-centric luxury hospitality to new destinations across the Pacific and Southeast Asia. This week, the group opened its inaugural corporate office in Sydney, which will spearhead a growth plan to double its portfolio from six to 12 hotels in five years. The establishment of the regional hub will be a launch pad for the fast-developing hotel group to leverage opportunities for acquisitions while driving strategy, brand, operations, finance and human resources. The new chapter of growth is being written by Ear...

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Preserving India’s heritage dances

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May 22, 2024335 Views

Aalekh Foundation synchronises harmoniously with Manasa-Art Aalekh Foundation, a distinguished non-profit organisation, has announced its strategic collaboration with Manasa-Art Without Frontiers, led by the renowned Odissi Dance Guru Sharon Lowen, for the upcoming Omkara Dance Festival and Parivartan Seminar, which will promote Indian classical dances and performance artists from Odisha and Jharkhand. Scheduled for May 31 and June 1, 2024, at the prestigious India International Centre in New Delhi, the festival promises a unique cultural extravaganza. Under the expert curation of Guru Sharon Lowen, the festival will showcase two exceptional dance troupes hailing from Odisha and Jharkhand, featuring Padma Shri and Sangeet Natak Akademi Awardees, never before seen in Delhi. The fe...

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Sleeping on the beach might attract hefty fines around world

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May 22, 2024404 Views

Holidaymakers should not take a nap on the beach or else risk hefty fines for breaking the law. Sleep experts at Online-Bedrooms.co.uk have named seven countries across the world where it is illegal to camp or sleep overnight on the beach, including the UK. Some beaches across England have made it explicitly illegal to sleep overnight on the sands, such as Bournemouth, where staycations could receive a fine of £1,000. Tourists wanting to spend the night on the beautiful beaches of Croatia risk being handed a €300 (£256) fine. Wild camping in Portugal along the protected coastline and on the beachfront is illegal, and fines range from €120 - €600 (£102 - £513). Nic Shacklock from Online-Bedrooms.co.uk said: “Anyone planning a beach holiday this summer will be excited to spend tim...

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Why celebrities flock to the Maldives for holiday escapes?

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May 21, 2024398 Views

Celebrities around the globe have long been captivated by the allure of the Maldives, and according to Björn Ingbrant, CEO of Maldives-Paradise.com, the reasons behind their holiday escapes to this tropical haven are multifaceted. In an interview, Ingbrant revealed the top factors that draw A-list stars to the Maldives, making it a preferred destination for luxurious getaways. 1. Ultimate Privacy and Seclusion "Privacy is a top priority for celebrities, and the Maldives offers unparalleled seclusion," says Ingbrant. "With its remote island resorts and private villas, guests can escape the prying eyes of the public and enjoy their vacations in peace. Each resort is designed to provide a sense of exclusivity, which is highly valued by our celebrity clients." 2. Breathtaking ...

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Original steam trains refurbished and reintroduced in Vietnam

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May 21, 2024416 Views

Indochina Rail Tourist Service joint stock company and Wafaifo Optimisers have signed a management agreement for Wafaifo Optimisers to manage the Revolution Express steam train, a remarkable new tourist experience in central Vietnam, which is expected to launch late 2024 or early 2025. Two original steam locomotives from the 1960s have been lovingly restored to working condition. The locomotives will pull two fully appointed retro-styled carriages that can seat up to 57 passengers each, as well as a custom-made kitchen carriage and a baggage carriage. The locomotives are the last remaining working steam ones in Vietnam, dating from the pre-independence era, both built locally in Vietnam, based on the French Mikado design. They have been painstakingly restored over a number of ye...

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Only 4000 climbers to be allowed to enter Mount Fuji per day

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May 21, 2024433 Views

Those who want to climb one of the most popular trails on Japan’s iconic Mount Fuji will have to book a slot and pay a fee as crowds, littering and climbers who try to rush too fast to the summit cause safety and conservation concerns at the picturesque stratovolcano. The new rules for the climbing season, starting July 1 to Sept. 10, apply for those hiking the Yoshida Trail on the Yamanashi side of the 3,776 meter- (nearly 12,300 feet-) high mountain that was designated a UNESCO World Cultural Heritage site in 2013. FILE PHOTO: Visitors take pictures of Mount Fuji from Shibuya Sky observation deck Monday, Jan. 20, 2020, in the Shibuya district of Tokyo. (AP Photo/Jae C. Hong) Only 4,000 climbers will be allowed to enter the trail per day for a hiking fee of 2,000 yen (about $18)...

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ITC Hotels felicitated with The Golden Peacock Award

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May 20, 2024369 Views

ITC Hotels has been honoured with the esteemed Golden Peacock National Training Award – 2024, by the Institute of Directors (IOD), India. Golden Peacock Awards, by the Institute of Directors (IOD), are now recognized as a benchmark of Corporate Excellence worldwide. The prestigious Golden Peacock Award, recognized globally, serves as a hallmark of excellence which recognizes distinction in organizational practices, particularly in Learning & Development. This recognition comes as a testament to ITC Hotels' unwavering commitment to building a culture of learning and development and its dedication to empowering its workforce with the necessary skills and knowledge to consistently deliver exceptional service. Sharing his thoughts on this recognition, Sanjay Bose, Executiv...

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The best budget city breaks in Europe revealed

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May 18, 2024368 Views

The best capital cities across Europe for budget-friendly holidays have been revealed, with Warsaw in Poland ranking in first position. Travel insurance experts at Quotezone.co.uk have analysed data to create the 2024 European Budget Holiday Index to name the most affordable city breaks across the continent. They looked at the twelve most visited capital cities across Europe including Paris, Berlin, Madrid and Rome.The cities were ranked based on several factors which budget holidaymakers should look out for, including tourist tax, hotel costs, the price of a meal and beer, public transport ticket costs, and the distance from the airport. Warsaw, Poland has been named the best city break for budget-friendly holidays in Europe, with no tourist tax in place, the cheapest hotel pri...