November 2024 – Page 8 – आवारा मुसाफिर

Tour La Vie – 4-year World Cruise from Villa Vie Residences

November 8, 2024169 Views

Villa Vie Residences, the leading innovator in residential cruising, has announced the launch of its Tour La Vie program, starting at just under $40,000 per year. Residents will have the flexibility to join their customized journey at any port during the continuous global adventure for up to 4 years. With over 425 ports across 140 countries, each circumnavigation presents an unprecedented opportunity to discover the world from their floating home with ever-changing backyards. Villa Vie Odyssey at Sea Exclusive Offer Details Year Escape from Reality Year Mid-Term Selection Year Everywhere but Home Year Skip Forward The latest product complements Villa Vie's traditional ownership and rental programs along with their Endless Horizons program and provides residents w...

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Dusit brings its first holistic wellness retreat in India

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November 8, 202499 Views

Inspired by Thai wellness culture, Devarana Sakleshpur, Karnataka, is slated to open in March 2028 Dusit Hotels and Resorts, under Dusit International, one of Thailand's leading hotel and property development companies, has entered into a strategic hotel management agreement with Shravanthi Hotels and Resorts Private Limited, a prominent developer of luxury hotels and resorts in India, to operate Devarana Sakleshpur, Karnataka – A Dusit Retreat. Set to open in March 2028, this landmark project marks the first Devarana – Dusit Retreat signed outside of China, underscoring Dusit's commitment to expanding its luxury, wellness-focused resort brand across exclusive destinations worldwide. Designed to deliver meaningful and transformative stay experiences for discerning domest...

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Travel disruptions, rising costs are becoming a big challenge

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November 7, 2024103 Views

From historic hurricanes, growing anti-tourism sentiments, frequent travel disruptions and ever-rising trip costs, 2024 has been a challenging year for travelers. Looking ahead into the new year, Squaremouth, the leading travel insurance marketplace US, reveals their top 3 biggest travel predictions for 2025. 1. As trip costs climb, interest in travel will continue to decline Travelers have seen increasing travel prices for the past 4 years running. The average international trip cost for 2025 is $9,922, up 11% from 2024, 16% from 2023 and 32% from 2022. Data indicates this trend shows no signs of stopping, and many travelers may be cutting back on travel due to these rising costs. 2. Travellers will opt to head north and west While overall interest in international travel...

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Tourism leaders highlight transformational role of Artificial Intelligence

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November 7, 2024111 Views

The World Travel Market Ministers Summit, in collaboration with UN Tourism and the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC), returned to focus on the growing importance of Artificial Intelligence for the sector. The Summit featured contributions from Ministers of Tourism from diverse destinations. Taking to the floor in London were Ministers representing more than 20 countries. Providing the voice of the private sector, leaders from Expedia, HBX Group, JTB Corp and SITA, highlighted the importance of enterprise and public-private partnerships. Opening the timely debate, UN Tourism Executive Director Natalia Bayona said: “The tourism sector needs to be prepared to make better decisions with the help of generative Artificial Intelligence. Tourism has the ability to create unique st...

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Goa responds to critics on tourism infrastructure

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November 7, 2024105 Views

Expensive at times, still not fair to compare state to international destinations State tourism sector on the rise: record domestic visitors, growing international arrivals, and a focus on sustainability In the light of recent discussions about the health of Goa’s tourism sector and evolving global and domestic travel patterns the Department of Tourism, Goa, has responded regarding the current state of tourism in the state. As a premier travel destination within India, Goa Tourism believes that it’s essential to share reliable data and highlight its ongoing initiatives aimed at fostering sustainable and resilient tourism growth. In a statement, state tourism department has said on Thursday that, Goa has experienced a robust resurgence in domestic tourism, with 2023 witnessi...

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Now more options for serene river views & intimate wildlife experience

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November 7, 2024105 Views

Cardamom Tented Camp adds three premium river view tents in Cambodia’s largest national park, while supporting vital conservation efforts Cardamom Tented Camp, set within the pristine wilderness of Cambodia’s Botum Sakor National Park, has enhanced its eco-conscious accommodation offering with the addition of three premium river view tents. The three new tents, now available, feature larger balconies, offering guests riverside views and a unique opportunity to experience nature up close. One of the new tents is set 70 metres apart from the others at the end of a 220-metre walkway, providing an exclusive retreat perfect for couples seeking extra privacy. Each tent is perched on an elevated frame, featuring amenities such as fan-cooled double or twin beds, hot water bathrooms, ...

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Brazilian Ultrarunner nears Seven Summits dream with Carstensz Pyramid record

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November 6, 2024104 Views

Environmental advocacy and athleticism: Fernanda Maciel uses ultrarunning to break records and create positive change Fernanda Maciel has redefined the limits of human endurance once again by setting the Fastest Known Time (FKT) on the highest peak in Oceania, Carstensz Pyramid, also known as Puncak Jaya, located in Indonesia. The record-breaking ascent and descent was completed in just 1 hour 48 minutes and is the fifth summit in her Seven Summit ascent quest. The Brazilian ultrarunner’s swift ascent and descent over steep limestone rock walls places her in an elite league of athletes pushing the boundaries on the Seven Summits. Brazilian ultrarunner Fernanda Maciel sets new Fastest Known Time (FKT) on Oceania's highest peak, Carstensz Pyramid, completing the round trip from B...

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The church of Saint-Sulpice in Paris shines in an immersive light show

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November 6, 2024113 Views

As dusk falls over the City of Light, a new spectacle is illuminating Saint-Sulpice church, a monument whose interiors are even larger than Notre Dame’s — and arguably just as breathtaking. The cavernous walls of the neoclassical gem on Paris’ Left Bank are coming alive with 360-degree video projections, sparkling cutting-edge technology and actors, all telling the story of the church and its place in French history. Video projections are seen Thursday Oct.31, 2024 at the Saint-Sulpice church in Paris. (AP Photo/Marine Lesprit) Blending centuries of intrigue, revolution and family drama, the show reimagines the Saint-Germain district during the Fronde, the 17th-century civil war, and the lead-up to the French Revolution. “Paris Cœur de Lumières” (Paris Chancel of Lights), whic...

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Thailand announces 2025 as the “Amazing Thailand Grand Tourism and Sports Year”

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November 6, 2024127 Views

At WTM 2024, Thailand's Tourism and Sports Minister reveals 2025 tourism agenda with new attractions, cultural celebrations, and global collaboration to bolster the tourism sector Thailand's Minister of Tourism and Sports, Sorawong Thienthong, announced 2025 as the "Amazing Thailand Grand Tourism and Sports Year" at the Amazing Thailand Press Conference, organised by the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) during the World Travel Market (WTM) 2024. The "Amazing Thailand Grand Tourism and Sports Year 2025" aims to welcome travellers from around the globe with world-class festivities and privileges. "This campaign isn't just a celebration; it's an invitation for all to create unforgettable travel stories in Thailand," Sorawong remarked. Strategic...

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Anurak Lodge in Thailand wins TAT Responsible Tourism Award

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November 6, 2024120 Views

Anurak Community Lodge in southern Thailand has won the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) 2024 Responsible Tourism Award in the “Responsible Tourism Accommodation” category. The five winners, including Willem Niemeijer, co-founder of Anurak Lodge, and the CEO of owner-operator YAANA Ventures, received the award on stage from Sorawong Thienthong, Minister of Tourism and Sports at the World Travel Market in London, 5 November. After receiving the award, Niemeijer said: “The result means a lot because the judges were looking at a broad range of factors such as environmental, cultural, community engagement, and helping guests to travel more responsibly in Thailand. I believe Anurak Lodge did well on all those fronts because we take a holistic approach to responsible guest experie...