A little bit of Vienna in Delhi
New Delhi, Feb 23 (IBNS): Little children looking incredibly sweet with dragons and bunnies painted on their cheeks, cheery red and white balloons hanging from trees, an enthralling magic show, a pizza station.
Uzbekistan gears up to promote pilgrimage tourism
Tashkent: With the heritage sites of Islamic, Christian, Buddhist and Jewish cultures dotting its territory, Pilgrimage Tourism in Uzbekistan can boom, say officials as the country aims to draw visitors from abroad.
Paradise on earth in down under
Tasmania is small but its natural setting offers great diversity. From rugged coastlines and glacial mountains to wild rivers and rolling hills. Sandip Hor is awestruck
Disneyland Paris Unveils Plans for New Marvel-Themed Attraction
Paris: Disneyland Paris revealed plans to bring the Marvel Super Heroes to life in an epic way at Walt Disney Studios Park with a completely new Marvel-themed attraction.
Vienna is ready to welcome Indian families in 2018
New Delhi, Feb 12 (IBNS): For centuries Vienna commanded a special place as the nucleus of Europe, forming a natural gateway between Western and European parts. Even today, this multidimensional city by the lovely Danube river, that is just a seven hours flight from India, is a charming cultural conduit to the rest of Europe, with diverse offerings.
Think Strawberries signs on India and UAE Representation for Visit Orlando in Florida
New Delhi, Jan 30 (IBNS) Think Strawberries, India's market leading travel representation company, has been appointed as the Sales, Media, Marketing and PR Representative in India and UAE for Visit Orlando, the official tourism association for Orlando, Florida.
Le Mridien Etoile: Of muted colours and affordable luxury in Paris
While researching online for this minimalistically chic hotel of Paris, I learnt that Hotel Meridien Etoile (Le Mridien Etoile) was opened way back in 1972 in a collaboration with Air France so that the French capital could accommodate rising number of tourists pouring into the city from all over the world.
Khairabera Eco Adventure Resorts: Whispers of the Quaint Hills
Barely 67 km from Kolkata on the fringes of Bagmundi forest in Purulia district, the Khairabera Eco Adventure Resorts is an invitation to tranquility in the lap of unspoilt nature, finds Sudipto Maity
The Peninsula Chicago celebrates The Year of The Dog
Chicago: As Asias oldest luxury hospitality brand, The Peninsula hotels worldwide will celebrate Chinese heritage and ring in the Year of the Dog. The Peninsula Chicago is presenting inspiring initiatives and special dcor throughout the holiday, along with music, food and activities on the most fortunate date of the year, February 16, 2018.
The Westin Paris Vendme: Romancing Eiffel from bed
On a spring Paris evening this year after exploring the city of love and romance for hours on foot, I had crashed in the "Heavenly" bed of a Junior Suite in this beautiful hotel in the French capital's first arrondissement, when my photographer friend accompanying me drew open the curtains of the tall windows.
On the Spanish trail
Women travel writers, even in the West with more mobility and liberal social ambiance, are fewer in number than men. In a list of Essential Books for the Well-Read Explorer prepared by Outside (www.outsideonline.com), out of the 25 writers only four are women. In India, the number is even fewer though a new generation of women travel bloggers is emerging. But travelogues by women are still quite rare. In such a milieu, Ranjita Biswas, journalist and author, homemaker and mother to boot, writes a riveting travelogue Notes from a Spanish Diary (Niyogi Books) on her experiences as a solo traveller across Spain. Full of anecdotes of people on the street and food influences, its history and culture, the book is a look at the Iberian country up close.
Scotland woos India's Bollywood fans and set-jetters during 20th anniversary of Karan Johar classic
Edinburgh, Dec 08 (IBNS) Set-jetting fans of the iconic Bollywood film Kuch Kuch Hota Hai will get the chance to follow in the footsteps of their on-screen heroes with a new guide produced by VisitScotland.
The Peninsula Paris: Where history meets uber luxury
Months before I actually stayed in The Peninsula Paris I was googling the hotel and visited its website to learn more about it. What fascinated me right then was a sweeping banner image of the hotel showcasing the imposing building's rooftop suites with balustraded balcony, sloping basalt grey roofs and green widow shades against an unostentatious cream heritage property.
Marvel Superheroes come to Disneyland Paris in 2018 summer
London, Nov 16 (IBNS) Disney lover, hold your breath!!!! Marvel Super Heroes are coming to Disneyland Paris in the summer of 2018.
New Delhi: DLK Publication hosts '13th Hospitality India & Explore the World Annual International Travel Awards 2017
New Delhi, Oct 30 (IBNS): DLK Publication Pvt. Ltd. organised the 13th Hospitality India & Explore the World Annual International Travel Awards 2017 on Oct 27 at The Ashok Hotel, Convention Hall New Delhi as its host hotel, to honour the achievers of Tourism, Travel and Hospitality Industry.
Australia witnesses a growth of 15 per cent in arrivals from India, records a double-digit growth for the fourth consecutive year
Kolkata, Oct 10 (IBNS): The land of Kangaroos, Australia, leads list of most preferred holiday destination by Indians.
Nusa Dua Beach Hotel & Spa of Indonesia win multiple tourism awards
New Delhi, Aug 31 (IBNS) Nusa Dua Beach Hotel & Spa has been recognized as the Outstanding Beach Resort Destination in Asia, Best Spa Resort Destination in Indonesia and Best Wedding Destination in Indonesia at The 7th Asian Lifestyle Tourism Awards 2017.
citizenM Tower of London- arty, hipster and functional
Hipster, youthful, jazzy, functional and arty- citizenM Tower of London rising above the Tower Hill underground station is an interesting hotel for those with a moderate budget looking for a sleek urban stay in heart of London where hotel rooms are highly priced.
W Barcelona: Hipster, chic and sinfully inviting
As our flight from Paris was descending towards the Barcelona airport, from the night sky we could see on the waterfront of the glittering city a distinctive tinted glass fronted skyscraper standing tall and gleaming.
St Paul's Cathedral and movie sites set to thrill London Pass customers for Summer2017
London, May 9 (NITN): One of Londons legendary landmarks and sites made famous by blockbuster British movies are among the new attractions waiting for visitors exploring the UKs capital city with the London Pass this summer.
Travelling to France? Include Cotentin in your itinerary
Mumbai, May 10 (NITN): France is by far the most travelled destination in the world.
"Cotentin is completely different from the image the world currently has of Normandy"
Cherbourg Tourisme director Guillaume Hamel reveals plans for the new tourism office in Normandy and why you need to visit the Cotentin Peninsula. Excerpts:
Hotel Arts Barcelona: Defined by Flower Power
Hotel Arts Barcelona in every sense lives up to its nomenclature. This hotel on the Mediterranean- read Olympic Marina- is as Epicurean in attraction as it is in its artistic appeal.
Ras Al Khaimah Tourism of UAE woos more Indians in 2017
New Delhi, Apr 13 (Not in Town/IBNS): Ras Al Khaimah Tourism Development Authority (RAKTDA) of UAE, which develops the emirates tourism infrastructure and initiates its domestic and overseas promotions, has outlined its strategy for 2017 for the India market which witnessed a steady growth of visitors.
Vienna emerges as a city of international dialogue
Bengaluru, Apr 4 (IBNS): Austrian capital Vienna has emerged as a city of international dialogue hosting 4084 congresses, conferences and corporate events in 2016. But India has had a small but growing role to play in this with the Vienna Convention Bureau reporting 14 corporate events originating from the land of the Taj Mahal.
A High Road to Scotland
Craggy mountains, moors, lakes (lochs), medieval castles and scary sea cliffs, Scottish Highlands pack it all.
Vienna woos young Indians with many attractions
New Delhi, Feb 13 (Not in Town/IBNS) The Austrian capital Vienna, known for its imperial history, beautiful gardens, and magnificent palaces, received a record number of travellers from India in 2016, contributing to 115,531 overnight stays, a 28 per cent increase from 2015.
Jordan is one of the safest destinations to visit: Ashit Taneja
With Jordan becoming one of the most sought after tourist destinations in India, Ashit Taneja, Country Head, Jordan Tourism Board, Representative Office of India, states how the country is gaining its leverage and has managed to be identified as a stable place. Excerpts of his interview:
Bengal Chamber of Commerce launched West Bengal weekend destinations website, app to come soon
Kolkata, Jan 14 (IBNS): Kolkata-based Bengal Chamber of Commerce and Industries (BCCI), who has been taking a keen interest in promoting tourism in West Bengal for sometime, launched a special weekend destination website (www.bengalweekend.com) on Friday.
The Peninsula Chicago: Of touchscreen rooms and eyeglass-cleaning cloth
Right in the middle of downtown Chicago, The Peninsula is an upscale hotel that one can always check out- well check in- for a host of reasons- from its location, touch screen tablet technology rooms, mood lighting of the chic marble bathrooms and the courteousness of the staff who form the backbone of any hotel irrespective of its material appeal.
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