Foreign tourists are flocking to Japan in record numbers and thanks to a sliding yen many are living like kings, splashing out on everything from kimonos to knives and slap-up meals. “I bought three pairs of shoes, which is something I would never normally do,” French tourist Katia Lelievre, 36,Continue Reading
On the southern coastline of Greece’s capital, a long-awaited plan to transform the city’s former airport into the largest smart city in Europe is finally gaining momentum. Greece: Athens’ former airport transformed, Ellinikon emerges as largest smart city in Europe (Photo by Twitter/designboom) After a decade of delays, a visionContinue Reading
When someone thinks of Kenya, they instantly visualize the expansive reserve lands where the wild roam free, hidden cultures are unearthed, and the panoramic vistas surprise with a feastful view at every turn. With a vast expanse of lands, over 50 national reserve parks, and tons of activities to exploreContinue Reading
On Sundays in Ciudad Bolivar, one of Bogota’s poorest neighborhoods, residents are treated to the incongruous sight of tourists riding the cable car that on weekdays transports thousands of workers to their jobs. A 15-minute ride on the TransMiCable takes the visitors from one end of the district to theContinue Reading
Gone are the days of simply ticking landmarks off a bucket list. Tourist traps and generic experiences are losing their appeal. The Indian traveller seeks genuine connections with local people and places. They want to understand the heart of a destination, not just capture a picture of it. They craveContinue Reading
ANI | | Posted by Zarafshan Shiraz, Beijing [china] China has lifted the ban on tourists from Fujian province visiting Taiwan, Nikkei Asia reported citing China’s Ministry of Culture and Tourism on Sunday. China lifts ban, allows tourists from Fujian province to visit Taiwan (Photo by I-Hwa CHENG / AFP)Continue Reading
Dubai offers a diverse, multicultural setting and abundance of hotels and attractions that continue to make it the top travel choice for Indian travellers who see it as a tourist destination for exploration and sightseeing. Earlier this year, Dubai introduced a five-year multiple-entry visa to boost travel between India andContinue Reading
Germany has recorded an over 30 per cent growth in tourism with the European nation country welcoming over 8 lakh overnight stays from India in 2023. “The growth in the number of tourists has been surprisingly impressive. We’ve seen over 30 per cent growth vis-a-vis last year. German tourism isContinue Reading
Udhagamandalam, popularly known as the Queen of Hills in Tamil Nadu, does not appear to be a cool respite this summer as a spike in temperature has left the sequestered hill station scorched. Tourists brace for hot summer in Ooty, scorching heat at ‘Queen of Hills’ Udhagamandalam in Tamil NaduContinue Reading
Once renowned as avid overseas tourists, the Japanese are staying closer to home these days. Golden Week getaways: Japanese flock to domestic Instagram-worthy destinations, embrace local travel (Photo by Freepik) A weaker yen, high air fares and tepid wage growth are keeping outbound travel stuck well below pre-pandemic levels. JustContinue Reading