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Government Plans To Start Border Tourism In Jammu & Kashmir
The tourism department of J&K, wrote to concerned authorities to open up tourism along the LoC in the valley. The decision came after a ceasefire agreement between India and Pakistan. Three districts of north Kashmir-Bandipora, Baramulla, and Kupwara, which share the LoC with PoK can be tapped for the same. The ministry is committed to promoting tourism in the border areas in J&K on a priority basis, said an official.
Tags: Travel, Jammu and Kashmir, Tourism, Government Officials, India-Pakistan Border
Courtesy: The Times Of India
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Bali To Reopen For Foreign Travellers From Feb 4
Bali is reopening from February 4, and the quarantine period is reduced to five days from the earlier seven for jabbed tourists. As per reports, the country seeks to sustain economic recovery and revive tourism. The decision came three months after Indonesia allowed nationals from a handful of countries to enter Bali and the Riau Islands. Notably, visitors will be able to use direct/connecting flights to visit the island.
Tags: Travel, Bali, Indonesia, Tourism, Traveller
Courtesy: The Times Of India
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Philippines To Reopen For Fully Jabbed Travellers On Feb 10
The Philippines will lift a ban on the entry of fully vaccinated tourists, from February 10. The country had initially planned to reopen in December 2021, but that was aborted due to a surge Omicron infections. The country will accept tourists from 157 visa-free countries, including the UK and Ireland. The Travellers will have to provide proof of full vaccination and negative RT-PCR test result undertaken no more than 48 hours.
Tags: Philippines, Travel, Tourism, Covid-19, vaccinated
Courtesy: CNN
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Indian Tourism To Face Steady Growth; No Pre-Pandemic Levels Until 2026: Report
Indian Tourism will not return to pre-pandemic levels till 2026, according to the National Council of Applied Economic Research (NCAER). Report suggests, Indian tourism was 96% below its pre-pandemic numbers till June 2021. The revival is expected to be steady by 2025, around half of what it was in 2019. Moreover, India is witnessing partial lockdown and restrictions due to Omicron and COVID-19, putting travel plans on hold.
Tags: National, Tourism, NCAER, Report, Covid-19
Courtesy: Times of India
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AP Govt Plans To Construct Ropeway At Gandikota Village, Promote Tourism
Andhra Pradesh's Tourism Minister Muttamsetti Srinivasa Rao on December 10, announced that the state will improve the tourism infrastructure and construct a ropeway at Gandikota Village. An estimated cost for the project is Rs 4.5 crores. "The social infrastructure will also be developed at Borra Caves and cottage to be constructed at Maredumilli," he added. Temporary toilets and restaurants will be constructed at Lambasingi for tourists.
Tags: Andhra Pradesh, Tourism, Muttamsetti Srinivasa Roa, Andhra Pradesh Govt, Gandikota village
Courtesy: ANI
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Jammu Launches First Tourist Village With Homestays
Giving a reason to travel enthusiasts to pack their bags and put their travel shoes on, Jammu Divisional Commissioner Raghav Langer recently launched the first tourist village at Panchari in Udhampur. The village is surrounded by lush greenery, which makes it an ideal location for nature lovers. Furthermore, homestay facilities are also available here. Reportedly, Jammu and Kashmir is at the top position in India in terms of tourist influx… read-more
Tags: Tourism, tourists, Jammu and Kashmir, jammu, Village
Courtesy: The Time Of India
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IRCTC To Run AC Deluxe Tourist Train To Explore 5 North-Eastern States
Under the project "Dekho Apna Desh," IRCTC has planned to run an AC Deluxe Tourist Train for five North-Eastern states that are Assam, Arunachal Pradesh, Nagaland, Tripura, and Meghalaya. The first train will depart from Delhi's Safdarjung railway station on November 26. The 14-night and 15-day train will cost Rs 85,495 per person for 2 AC and Rs 1,02,430 for 1AC. However, only fully vaccinated individuals will be allowed.
Tags: Dekho Apna Desh, North-East, Deluxe Train, Tourism
Courtesy: The Logical Indian
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IRCTC To Launch India's First Premium Cruise Liner
The Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC) in partnership with Cordelia Cruises will launch India's first-ever Indigenous premium cruise service on September 18. It offers a variety of tourism options like Goa, the Lakshadweep islands, and Sri Lanka starting at Rs 19,000. Starting from May 2022, the cruise will sail from Chennai to destinations like Colombo, and Jaffna. Those interested can register on… read-more
Tags: Tourism, IRCTC, Cruise Liner, Cordelia Cruises
Courtesy: Firstpost
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Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal Inaugurates Revamped Chandni Chowk
Following the delay of one year, Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal on September 12 inaugurated the revamped 1.4 km stretch of the Chandni Chowk market with several new facilities. The facilities include street furniture, decorative lights and plants, red granite stone, CCTVs, and no dangling wires. Moreover, food joints can be opened until 12 AM and the stretch will be no traffic zone between 9 AM - 9 PM.
Tags: Chandni Chowk, Delhi, CM Arvind Kejriwal, Tourism
Courtesy: Hindustan Times
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IRCTC Set To Launch luxuary Cruise liner Service In India
To provide more tourism options, IRTC is set to start its first luxury cruise liner service in India on September 18. The liner has on September 6 already started sailing to reach Mumbai, where it will start its first journey towards Goa. Reportedly, the ship can carry 2,000 passengers and offers restaurants, a swimming pool, bar, open-air theatre, etc. However, IRTC would offer international journeys after mid-2022.
Tags: Cruise Liner, Mumabi, IRCTC, Tourism
Courtesy: The Free Press Journal
