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The best holiday camping destinations in UK

May 7, 2024647 Views

Campers planning to sleep under the stars in coming holidays can choose from many scenic and peaceful places in UK to pitch up. Caravan insurance experts at Quotezone.co.uk have named seven sites across the country to pitch up in front of stunning landscapes. Devon boasts some of the best countryside views, with acres of pretty meadows and woodland ideal for those looking to escape to nature. Head to the Lake District to see sunsets and picturesque scenery over the mountains and the chance to go seal spotting in Norfolk. In Scotland, campers pitching up will have incredible views over stunning lochs whilst in Yorkshire the local scenery overlooks quaint coastal villages. Greg Wilson, CEO and price comparison expert at Quotezone.co.uk said: “Now the temperatures have started to r...

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Thailand extends Visa exemption to Indians for six months

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May 7, 2024463 Views

Indian travelers have reason to celebrate as The Royal Thai Government has decided to extend the 𝐕𝐈𝐒𝐀 𝐄𝐗𝐄𝐌𝐏𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍 for Indian Nationals until 10 November, 2024. This exemption was due to end on 10 May, 2024. Thailand Government had announced Visa exemption for India alongwith tourists from few other countries last year. Exemption started from November 2023. Extension of Visa exemption was announced today. After this date, standard visa requirements will return, unless extended further. Under the Visa exemption maximum permitted stay in Thailand is of 30 days. Thus Indian travellers can just purchase a return air ticket and fly in to Thailand. India is a crucial source market for Thailand's tourism industry; it ranks fourth after Malaysia, China, and Singapore, as of 2023. Outsid...

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Wafaifo Resort Hoi An to open its doors from September

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May 6, 2024390 Views

The Wafaifo Hoi An Resort in the ancient heritage capital of Hoi An in central Vietnam will open its doors to guests on 1 September this year. Bookings are now available for the phase 1 opening of the privately and locally-owned boutique property which will ultimately offer 134-rooms and suites and a range of dining and lifestyle outlets, a 10-minute walk from Hoi An’s UNESCO-listed heritage attractions. The resort will deliver a modern interpretation of Hoi An hospitality, dining, wellness and community lifestyles in a lively tourist city where analysts say visitor numbers could repeat 2019 record breaking levels by the end of 2024. “The museums, night market shops, restaurants and bars in the old quarter in Hoi An are really bustling again,” said Mikkel Krantz (pictured), C...

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A town is building a big screen blocking the view of Mount Fuji

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May 5, 2024450 Views

Fujikawaguchiko wants to fend off misbehaving foreign tourists The town of Fujikawaguchiko has had enough of tourists. Known for a number of scenic photo spots that offer a near-perfect shot of Japan’s iconic Mount Fuji, the town on Tuesday began constructing a large black screen on a stretch of a sidewalk to block the view of the mountain. The reason: misbehaving foreign tourists. “Kawaguchiko is a town built on tourism, and I welcome many visitors, and the town welcomes them too, but there are many things about their manners that are worrying,” said Michie Motomochi, owner of a cafe serving Japanese sweets “ohagi,” near the soon-to-be-blocked photo spot. Workers set up a barricade near the Lawson convenience store, background, Tuesday, April 30, 2024, at Fujikawaguchiko town...

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Goa blends innovation & entrepreneurship with its model of regenerative tourism

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May 4, 2024613 Views

As the global travel and tourism industry gears up for the prestigious Arabian Travel Market (ATM) Dubai 2024, there's one destination that's poised to make a significant impact – Goa, India. Renowned for its pristine beaches, rich cultural heritage, and vibrant communities, Goa is set to showcase its commitment to sustainable tourism at ATM Dubai 2024 with this year's theme: Innovation and Entrepreneurship: Transforming Travel Through Entrepreneurship. Attendees of ATM Dubai at the Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC), from May 6th to May 9th, 2024, will have the opportunity to explore the Goa Pavilion, Stand No: AS7259, where they'll experience an immersive presentation spotlighting the region's innovative endeavors in sustainable tourism. Central to exhibit is the principle of Regene...

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Tourism Malaysia unveils strategic roadmap for Visit Malaysia 2026

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May 4, 2024409 Views

Tourism Malaysia had a prominent start on 30th April 2024 by organising a networking session in Kuala Lumpur with the industry players by presenting its strategic direction and action plans focussing on promoting Malaysia internationally and domestically. This direction and action plans were crafted during the engagement session with industry players to ensure the fast conversion and high impact programme and achieve the common goal in attracting 35.6 million tourists and generate RM147.1 billion in receipts for Visit Malaysia 2026. The VM 2026 roadmap is built on three core strategies – creating demand, increasing traffic, and prioritising target markets. Key initiatives include branding and marketing blitz, strategic partnerships for joint promotions/tactical campaigns and market seg...

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Drift off in the Up house, live like Janhvi Kapoor

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May 3, 2024530 Views

Airbnb introduces Icons-Extraordinary experiences from the world's greatest icons Airbnb is introducing Icons, a new category of extraordinary experiences hosted by the greatest names in music, film, television, art, sports, and more. Icons let you step into worlds you’ve only ever dreamed of. Drift off in the Up house. Spend the night in the Ferrari Museum. Hang out with Kevin Hart. Airbnb has unveiled the first 11 Icons, with new experiences dropping around the world throughout the year. “Icons take you inside worlds that only existed in your imagination—until now,” said Brian Chesky, Airbnb Co-founder and CEO. “As life becomes increasingly digital, we’re focused on bringing more magic into the real world. With Icons, we’ve created the most extraordinary experiences on Earth.” ...

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Minor Hotels gears up for India acceleration

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May 2, 2024468 Views

Hospitality group eyes 50 properties in 10 years as it opens Bengaluru office and counts down to Anantara debut Minor Hotels, a global hotel owner and operator with more than 540 properties in 56 countries, is set to intensify its presence in the dynamic Indian hospitality market, targeting 50 new openings within the next decade. The group will focus its strategy on the upper-upscale and luxury hotel segments, where it expects strong interest from owners in its well-established Anantara, Avani, and NH Collection brands. For Anantara Hotels & Resorts, the group is building on core brand differentiators by targeting opportunities in Ayurvedic wellness retreats, wilderness lodges, and historical palaces. It also believes Avani Hotels & Resorts is well pos...

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The Anam Group launches the iconic Axi Plaza in Vietnam

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May 2, 2024448 Views

The Anam Group has inaugurated a striking multi-functional convention centre, Axi Plaza in Vietnam. With a design inspired by the country’s ubiquitous coracle boat, it is located at a spectacular beachfront space, overlooking Long Beach on the scenic Cam Ranh peninsula. A host of remarkable facilities include a vast state-of-the-art conference hall, a 360-degree rooftop venue, a stunning outdoor beachfront event space, and about 10,000 sqm dedicated to shopping and dining outlets. The largest multipurpose convention centre in the region, Axi Plaza marks The Anam Group’s third major development, following the launch of luxurious resorts The Anam Cam Ranh and The Anam Mui Ne in 2017 and 2023, respectively. Adjacent to 12-hectare The Anam Cam Ranh with 213 rooms, suites and villas,...

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Germany aims to return to pre-COVID level of tourist arrivals this year

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April 30, 2024412 Views

Witnesses a growth of 32.6% visitors from India, records 826703 overnight stays in 2023 Germany's tourism industry is witnessing a notable growth in visitors with Indian tourists playing a key role in driving this development. The country welcomed over 8 lakh overnight stays from India in 2023, marking a large rise in German tourism compared to the previous years. This trend highlights Germany's appeal as a sustainable and travel friendly destination offering diverse cultural experiences and hidden gems that captivate the hearts of travelers be it from India or any corner of the world. The German National Tourist Office (GNTO) and German Embassy in India successfully concluded a joint press conference, to showcase Germany as a preferred travel destination for Indian travelers. The c...