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TTF Chennai concludes on a promising note for the upcoming travel season!

March 19, 2024403 Views

The recent conclusion of The Travel & Tourism Fair (TTF) in Chennai, India marked yet another successful event, characterized by its fruitful business meetings and insightful discussions. Chennai, as one of India's four metropolitan cities and a vibrant hub for tourism, serves as the host city for TTF, the largest regional travel tradeshow in the Southern circuit, strategically timed right before the summer holidays. From March 15th to 17th, TTF Chennai 2024 took place in the vibrant state of Tamil Nadu. The event brought together a diverse range of exhibitors, industry professionals, and travel enthusiasts for three days of networking, collaboration, and exploration. With over 160 exhibitors, including domestic and international travel brands, TTF Chennai 2024, an integral ...

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Brand Storii to expand presence to Rishikesh with a river-front property

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March 19, 2024390 Views

In keeping with its focus on the asset right growth strategy, ITC Hotels has announced the signing of Storii Rishikesh, Uttarakhand. Located on a hillside, Storii Rishikesh offers breathtaking views of the river from elevated vantage points. Expected to commence operations by 2026, Storii Rishikesh is set to become a scenic retreat in the region. Nestled within a serene locale just an hour's drive from Rishikesh, the 55-key property features well-appointed, spacious rooms, including suites with private plunge pools. Additionally, it will offer banquet facilities, multiple dining options, and various recreational amenities. Surrounded by tranquil environs with picturesque river views, Storii Rishikesh provides a peaceful escape from urban life. Currently, ITC’s Hotel group has 9 operati...

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Cathay Pacific and Louise bring elevated French classics to the skies

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March 19, 2024268 Views

Savour the artistry of culinary creativity when flying on First and Business class Cathay Pacific is once again delivering on its commitment to offer memorable dining experiences by joining hands with JIA Group’s Michelin-starred French restaurant Louise to bring its fresh take on traditional French cuisine to the skies. The airline is enhancing and diversifying the inflight dining experience for customers. This includes collaborating with partners who share its dedication to providing the finest quality food and drink with a high attention to detail, as well as options that cater to a wide range of customer needs and preferences. Building on the success of the airline’s all-new selection of “Hong Kong Flavours” created in collaboration with JIA Group’s Cantonese fine-dining inst...

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Australian scientists find coral bleaching in Great Barrier Reef’s far north

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March 15, 2024496 Views

Australian researchers have found coral bleaching around six islands in the far northern parts of the Great Barrier Reef, after a government agency said last week a major bleaching event was unfolding across the world's most extensive reef ecosystem. Scientists at the James Cook University said on Friday they found only a few relatively healthy areas, mostly in deeper waters, after surveying sites at the Turtle Group National Park, about 10 km (6.2 miles) offshore the state of Queensland. "It was quite devastating to see just how much bleaching there was, particularly in the shallows ... (but) they were all still at the stage of bleaching where they could still recover as long as the water temperatures decline in time," lead researcher Maya Srinivasan told Reuters. Bleaching ...

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Brand Welcomhotel forays into North East at Gangtok

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March 14, 2024457 Views

ITC Hotels has announced its foray in the North East with the signing of Welcomhotel Gangtok. The 60 keys property showcases breathtaking views of Mount Kanchenjunga, the highest peak in India and the third highest mountain peak in the world, from every room. Backed by the cuisine expertise of ITC Hotels, Welcomhotel Gangtok will offer two Food and Beverage outlets: ‘Mayal’ the all-day dining restaurant, a pool cafe and bar. The 150 covers ‘Mayal’ brings diners the much popular and loved Sikkimese delicacies. The restaurant is spread both indoors and outdoors, giving guests a picture postcard view of the valley! This local cuisine is already a big favourite with food enthusiasts and travelers who choose to travel to the North East for its immense scenic beauty and food. Ideally ...

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Anantara Chiang Mai Resort gets Green Growth 2050 Platinum Certification

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March 14, 2024333 Views

Minor Hotels marks sustainability milestone as 20th property earns prestigious certification Minor Hotels, a leading global hotel owner and operator, has achieved a new milestone in its vision for sustainable hospitality, with 20 of its properties earning the prestigious Green Growth 2050 Platinum Certification. The achievement underscores Minor’s unwavering commitment to sustainability and corporate responsibility across its global operations, which span 56 countries. Anantara Chiang Mai Resort in Thailand became the 20th property operated by Minor to achieve the Platinum certification, scoring 90% or more across a rigorous assessment of environmental, social, and cultural measures set by the Green Growth 2050 Global Standard. It joins 19 other Anantara, Avani and N...

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The top 10 cities of culture across the globe revealed

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March 13, 2024475 Views

Audley Travel shares the ten cities with the most five-star rated museums and galleries across the globe Experts at Audley Travel have revealed which cities have the highest number of five-star rated museums and galleries. Following an analysis of TripAdvisor data, the travel company can now unveil that London, Prague, Paris, Istanbul, and New York City respectively top the list for cities of culture. Audley's specialists have shared their thoughts on why these destinations make culture connoisseurs happiest of all. London ranked in first place It's unsurprising that cosmopolitan, historically rich London ranks high on this list. There are over 170 museums and galleries in the city — enough to visit a new one every week for more than three years — and 97 of them have 5-sta...

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Share of Indian guests in German tourism on the rise

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March 13, 2024436 Views

Germany's inbound tourism is steadily recovering, making an increasing contribution to the total volume of overnight stays, according to an analysis by the German National Tourist Board (GNTB) based on provisional overnight stay figures from the Federal Statistical Office. The German National Tourist Office (GNTO) in India has announced that the share of Indian guests in German tourism is on the rise. According to the latest data, in December 2023, India recorded 51,666 overnights in Germany, reflecting a growth of 2.2% compared to December 2022. While we are slightly below our 2019 figures, with a decrease of 7.5% compared to December 2023, the overall trend shows a strong recovery rate for Indian travellers. In total, the number of overnights from India into Germany until Dece...

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Celebrating gentle giants with therapeutic elephant massage

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March 13, 2024297 Views

In the lush embrace of the northern Thai jungle, Anantara Golden Triangle Elephant Camp & Resort, in partnership with Golden Triangle Asian Elephant Foundation (GTAEF), is trumpeting the arrival of Thai National Elephant Day on 13 March. This year’s festivities promise an unforgettable tribute to these majestic creatures, with a jumbo celebration that includes medical massages, a fruit feast fit for a king, craft market and cultural ceremonies that resonate with the spirit of Thailand. Anantara Golden Triangle Elephant Camp & Resort has been a sanctuary for 20 elephants rescued from the urban sprawl and illegal logging camps. Alongside GTAEF, they provide a haven not just for these gentle giants, but also for their mahouts and families, ensuring a future where tradition and...

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Openness is back to pre-pandemic levels

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March 12, 2024312 Views

UN Tourism has released its latest Tourism Visa Openness report on global visa policies, revealing continuous shifts in international travel regulations. The report sheds light on the evolving landscape of travel facilitation. It includes the Tourism Visa Openness Index that measures the degree to which destinations facilitate tourism and how open a country is in terms of visa facilitation for tourism purposes. Also, mobility scores are included to indicate to the extent to which citizens around the world are subject to visa policies, as well as an in-depth analysis of the reciprocity of visa policies. Key findings include: Regional Openness Scores: Return to Pre-pandemic openness: Destinations' openness to international travel has rebounded to pre-pandemic levels followin...