Come 2015, India and rest of the world can see the first aircraft that is powered by solar energy and can fly non-stop. The aircraft, to be unveiled in a few months from now, will make a round-the-globe trip next year, showcasing the latest technology in various countries where it […]
Amit Dhir
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New Delhi: Tourists travelling to India from 180 countries will no longer have to queue at their local consulates to obtain visas after New Delhi announced a “historic” overhaul of its strict visa regime. Most foreigners currently have to wait several weeks before learning whether they will be allowed to enter […]
MV Vrinda :: The Oberoi Motor Vessel Vrinda is the Oberoi Groups answer to a rice boat journey. The Vrinda is a stunning pontoon boat that is located in the back waters of Kerala, an area popularly referred to as “Gods Own Country”. Kerala is recognised around the world for […]
The Government of India has decided that all travelers to India, children as well as adults, from the Republic of Kenya need to have completed a full course of vaccination against polio, preferably with Oral Polio Vaccine (OPV), and should receive an additional dose of OPV at least six (6) […]
The Aanayottam or the Elephant race at the Guruvayoor temple in Kerala will be held on 12th March 2014, it is an annual event that marks the beginning of the 10 day long temple festival. There is a legend behind this race. Once when Guruvayoor temple did not have any elephants, it is said […]
This is the beginning of an exciting Indian trail. A land unsurpassed in beauty and exuberant colours. Taj Mahal, the zenith of splendor and enshrined romance in Agra, Tigers and Fort of Ranthambhore, gems & jewels of the Maharajas in the Pink city, it is a voyage of discovery. Delhi, […]
Thiruvananthapuram: Travel guides publisher Lonely Planet has named Kerala among the world’s 10 best destinations for taking the family on a holiday in 2014. The Lonely Planet’s award for the best family destination was bestowed on ‘God’s Own Country’ at the World Travel Mart in London, the world’s leading travel trade […]
Charles, Prince of Wales and Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall, paid an official visit to Parmarth Niketan Ashram, Rishikesh as the first destination of their nine-day visit to India on 6th Nov 2013. Arriving just before sunset, the royal highnesses took part in the sacred evening ‘aarti’ ceremony (ritual of lights), […]
The airports of Bhubaneswar and Imphal will finally be granted an international status after the approval of the Union Cabinet on October 30, 2013. Both the airports have been renovated for suitable requirements and facilities needed for an international airport. The night operating facility has been completed along with more […]
A visa is one mode of permission or certification that is issued by the immigration authority of a country to a non-citizen to enter, travel and stay on that particular country for a limited period. Travelling to a different country without prior permission from the immigration officer is considered a […]
Recently, the Ministry of Tourism partnered with Genesys International to launch a ‘Walking Tours’ platform, which is one of the first such kind of initiatives that undertaken in any country. It is a unique and exciting product that will facilitate users to navigate and route their way through cities based […]
The Pushkar Fair – the annual five-day camel and livestock fair is held in the town of Pushkar in the state of Rajasthan. It is one of the world’s largest camel fairs, and apart from buying and selling of livestock it has become an important tourist attraction and its highlights […]
New Delhi: The United Kingdom today lifted its two-decade old advisory for its nationals against travel to Srinagar, Jammu and Ladakh, citing “improvements in the security situation” there. In a letter to Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, the UK High Commissioner to India Sir James Bevan said “the improvements […]
A lakeside palace-complex adjoining a sanctuary, in the middle of Thar desert beckons you. Gajner Palace is a jewel in the Thar Desert, built by HH Maharaja Sir Ganga Singh of Bikaner on the edge of a lake. The property was converted into a heritage hotel in 1976. Lose yourself […]
Dasada :: 3 hours by car from Ahmedabad airport : an amazing destination. Apart from the last refuge for the Indian Wild Ass, this area is also very rich in tribal culture and textiles.. well it also contributes almost 60% of the salt produced in the country..!!! Please visit our […]
India is one of the oldest civilizations in the world with a kaleidoscopic variety and rich cultural heritage. It has achieved all-round socio-economic progress during the last 65 years of its Independence. India has become self-sufficient in agricultural production and is now one of the top industrialized countries in the […]