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Smart itineraries taking travel experience to next level

December 26, 2022918 Views

Innovation in the travel & tourism industry is on the rise, with many travel-assisted tools and services, including smart itineraries, popping up to enhance travelers' experience. With a rise in demand for personalized, accessible, and convenient experiences, smart itineraries are enabling travel planning providers to take travel experience to the next level, finds GlobalData, a leading data and analytics company. GlobalData’s FutureTech Series report, ‘Personalisation in Travel: Smart Itinerary Planners‘, highlights various disruptive forces in travel & tourism as emerging, accelerating, and maturing innovation areas based on their rate of growth in innovation. Rahul Kumar Singh, Senior Analyst of Disruptive Tech at GlobalData, comments: “Technology innovations have led...

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Is booking travel on your phone a bad idea!

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November 3, 20221214 Views

Since the first iPhone launched 15 years ago, consumer shopping habits have slowly but relentlessly shifted toward mobile devices. According to a survey of 3,250 U.S. consumers from Pymnts.com, a website dedicated to analyzing the role of payments in new tech, the majority of travel service purchases (51.4%) were made on a mobile device in February 2022. The trend is even starker among younger shoppers. About 48% of millennials ages 25-40 prefer using mobile phones for online shopping, compared with only 34% of all shoppers globally, according to a 2021 survey of 13,000 shoppers from Klarna, an online payment company. So, it seems that shopping for travel on an old-fashioned computer will eventually go the way of the horse and buggy. Indeed, some travel shopping services, such as th...

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Practical travel essentials that you need for your next holiday

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November 1, 2022487 Views

Goibibo launches ArmWrest for flyers and Go-Go kit’ for hikers and trekkers There is no greater comfort than finding practical and easy solutions for real everyday challenges in life. Solves that promise to make life a bit more comfortable, and a lot more relaxed. In all honesty, the joy of a utilitarian hack is unmatched! It is this sheer bliss of discovering easy, hassle-free hacks for real travel woes that Goibibo aims to extend to its users through its new Goibibo Merchandise - that is ridiculously practical. And, if travel is on the cards in the coming weeks, then you cannot give this read a miss. Hack #1: Do not carry much preference for flying in the middle seat? While you are reading this, our heart says a resounding yes. As you fear being sandwiched in a middle seat-wit...

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Peaceful Getaways for this Diwali

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October 17, 2022586 Views

Every year, amidst the bustle, your much-needed break during Diwali just disappears. Therefore, why not avoid the commotion and go on a Diwali vacation? Celebrate unity this Diwali by taking a long weekend trip with your family and selecting one of these thrilling getaways to go on with your loved ones. 1) Munjoh Ocean Resort, Andamaan and Nicobar Islands This is the best place to enjoy your Diwali with your loved ones for a calm and comfortable environment. Munjoh also has mouth- melting dishes especially for festive mood. You can enjoy the essence of nature surrounded by and have a peaceful Diwali. 2) Taj Lake Resort, Udaipur The Taj will treat you as though you were one of their distinguished visitors. You would definitely feel festive for Diwali after takin...

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How to stay cybersafe and practicing proper cyber hygiene on travel

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October 5, 2022831 Views

As COVID-19 infection rates shift and countries reopen their borders for tourism, travel in some places has returned at an even higher rate than pre-pandemic. With expanding travel comes expanding cyber risks, it is as important as ever for those heading abroad this summer to practice cyber hygiene. Jonas Walker, a Security Strategist with Fortinet's FortiGuard Labs, offers his insight into how to stay safe and avoid attacks from threat actors while traveling in today's cyber world. Why is practicing cyber hygiene essential for travelers Cyber hygiene is like personal hygiene, its all about having a daily routine. That includes good practices to ensure that your environment stays clean, especially when traveling. When you travel, you typically carry a device, a computer or...

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Six things you should know about tipping in India

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September 30, 20222107 Views

To avoid committing a cultural faux pas, travelers and new residents have been advised on how to tip for common services in India. The team behind online remittance service Remitly, who specializes in sending money to India, have provided guidelines for tipping in Indian restaurants, bars, hotels and salons, as well as tour guides and drivers. Every country has a different tipping culture. Whilst Americans habitually tip for a lot of products and services, for example, residents in some countries are only expected to pay the amount on the bill. In India, there is no one-size-fits-all requirement when it comes to tips and gratuity, which can make it difficult to know whether you’re doing the right thing. While tipping in India isn’t necessarily a cultural tradition, people ...

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6 new rules for smarter European travel

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September 20, 2022665 Views

Tourism rebounded this summer in Europe — and Europe wasn’t ready. Pandemic-related staff shortages led to massive lines and flight cancellations at many airports; meanwhile, prices for hotels and taxis soared. Then there were the record-breaking temperatures that caused roads, airport runways and railroad tracks to buckle , leading to further disruptions. Our family of three visited Europe this summer — our first trip there in three years — and had a great time despite the challenges. Still, climate change, growing crowds and lingering effects of the pandemic have altered the way we travel. If you’re planning a trip to Europe, consider the following tips to save money and have a better experience. FILE PHOTO: People enjoy the weather on a beach in Malaga, Spain, April 30, 2022. ...

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40 hours of family-fun in Mammoth Lakes

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September 4, 2022999 Views

The fall season is a terrific time for a weekend getaway escape before the holiday season arrives. It’s a great time to come to Mammoth Lakes, California, US. So don’t wait to come on up, cool off, and enjoy some incredible bargains and beautiful foliage! Majestic in scale and awesome in its natural beauty, the year-round adventureland of Mammoth Lakes is one of those rare places that you have to see to still not totally believe. The name speaks to the size of the mountains, the expanse of the valleys, the incredible number of crystal clear mountain lakes and the endless opportunities for adventure just outside your door. But what makes this place really unique are the surreal storybook scenes that drop jaws, spark the imagination and make every moment feel like a brush with the truly ...

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Why you should use a VPN while traveling

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August 11, 20221088 Views

As International VPN day approaches, an expert shares why a VPN is a must for travelers According to a survey conducted by NordVPN, 50% of travelers use public Wi-Fi while on the road. However, only 20% of them use a VPN (virtual private network) to protect themselves while being connected to a public network. “Travelers connect to public Wi-Fi in airports, cafes, parks, and trains. Some even use public computers to print their visa information or flight tickets. A VPN in those cases is crucial if you want to make sure that your vacation will not be ruined by cybercriminals. Nobody wants to lose access to their device or their bank account during a trip to a foreign country,” says Daniel Markuson, a cybersecurity expert at NordVPN. As International VPN day (August 19th) is ...

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Best hacks for the travel apocalypse

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August 9, 2022673 Views

Planning to squeeze some travel out of the rest of summer? Good luck – you will need it. Flight cancellations have already soared past last year's total. Delays affected 890,000 flights in the first half of the year. Prices have shot up as pandemic-weary travelers are desperate to go anywhere. Luggage 'graveyards' are piling up at airports worldwideas missed connections increase. Welcome to the travel apocalypse. "It's definitely the worst I've ever seen," said Meena Thiruvengadam, founder and editor-in-chief of the site Travel With Meena (travelwithmeena.com). "Now is definitely the time to be more strategic." To help you navigate through travel hell, we canvassed top experts for tips on discounts and how to sidestep potential disasters. FILE PHOTO: Travellers queue at sec...