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LEGOLAND® Malaysia Resort Partners with MakeMyTrip to Attract Indian Tourists LEGOLAND® Malaysia Resort, a haven for families seeking exciting and educational travel experiences, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with MakeMyTrip, India’s leading online travel platform. This partnership aims to attract more Indian tourists by offering a unique blend of exciting LEGO® adventures and rich Malaysian cultural experiences.   India is a key source of tourists for Malaysia, ranking as the country's fifth-largest source of visitors. Wit...
LEGOLAND® Malaysia Resort Partners with MakeMyTrip to Attract Indian Tourists
LEGOLAND® Malaysia Resort Partners with MakeMyTrip to Attract Indian Tourists
Source: PR Agency
2024-07-21 05:25:49 pm
Unveiling Goa's artistic heart Beyond its picturesque beaches and revered shacks, there is a Goa that is left unexplored. This year, revisit the coastal town and experience Goa as the epicentre of art and culture.   Goa has been a stomping ground for artists, musicians, and tourists for as long as one can remember. As the holiday season kicks in, this party capital of India is brimming with people hoping for a taste of the town’s infamous nightlife. However, there is a side of Goa that visitors often leave u...
Unveiling Goa's artistic heart
Unveiling Goa's artistic heart
Source: IANS Life
2024-07-19 02:33:15 pm
Tourists in UP to get rural homestay experience The Uttar Pradesh tourism department has signed an agreement with rural homestay providers to offer better experience to the tourists visiting the spots located in rural areas.   The homestays offer a unique farm stay experience to the visitors, including local culture, cuisine and information about the local folklore. UP tourism and culture minister Jaiveer Singh said in a release: “The tourism department is also providing subsidy under the Tourism Policy 2022 for setting u...
Tourists in UP to get rural homestay experience
Tourists in UP to get rural homestay experience
Source: IANS
2024-07-19 11:52:26 am
‘Monsoon Trekking’ begins in Goa to boost hinterland tourism Goa Tourism Development Corporation on Sunday launched ‘Monsoon Trekking’ program from Tambdi Surla-Mollem in South Goa to attract tourists in hinterland areas.    GTDC chairman Ganesh Gaonkar speaking on the occasion said that the concept of ‘Atithi Devo Bhava’ (Guest is equivalent to God) would be made meaningful in the coastal state.  “Every tourist visiting here should be safe and enjoy the monsoon trekking,” Gaonkar said. Maha...
‘Monsoon Trekking’ begins in Goa to boost hinterland tourism
‘Monsoon Trekking’ begins in Goa to boost hinterland tourism
Source: IANS Life
2024-07-17 04:42:50 pm
Camping season in the Sakhir Desert The Kingdom of Bahrain, celebrated for its rich heritage and vibrant culture tapestry, is set to enchant residents and tourists with the commencement of its highly anticipated annual camping season. Bahrain Camping Season which began on 10th November 2023, and extending its charm until 29th February 2024 against the backdrop of the vast and mesmerizing landscapes of the Sakhir Desert, this season promises to be a celebration of nature, culture, and community.   The camping season i...
Camping season in the Sakhir Desert
Camping season in the Sakhir Desert
Source: IANS
2024-07-16 04:33:30 pm
5 festivals to experience in the Land of the Thunder Dragon As Bhutan marks the 50th anniversary of opening its doors to foreign tourists this year, there is no better way to experience the culture and soul of the country than through its calendar of over 150 festivals per year. Festivals are a key part of Bhutanese culture, and the Kingdom has a comprehensive festival calendar full of colour and atmosphere. From mystical dances that give life to Bhutan's ancient myths to the rhythms that have echoed through the Kingdom's mountain...
5 festivals to experience in the Land of the Thunder Dragon
5 festivals to experience in the Land of the Thunder Dragon
Source: IANS Life
2024-07-14 09:26:07 am
Dubai announces five-year multiple-entry visa for tourists Dubai welcomed 2.46 million overnight visitors from India between January and December 2023, according to the latest data from the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET). This marks a significant increase from the 1.84 million tourists in 2022 and crucially, surpasses the pre-pandemic figure of 1.97 million visitors in 2019, demonstrating a remarkable 25% growth compared to the pre-pandemic era. With an exceptional 34% YoY growth, India continues to deliver the highest number of intern...
Dubai announces five-year multiple-entry visa for tourists
Dubai announces five-year multiple-entry visa for tourists
Source: IANS Life
2024-07-04 04:03:02 pm
A new vision for Bhutan Bhutan's King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck has a new vision for the country, to make it an economic hub for South Asia, pointing out that small countries like Bhutan are not trapped by legacy and can innovate swiftly to implement plans that other countries might hesitate to pursue.  Gelephu Mindfulness City Special Administrative Region (SAR) in the South of the Kingdom is set to become a leading hub through investments in green energy, physical and digital connectivity infrastr...
A new vision for Bhutan
A new vision for Bhutan
Source: IANS Life
2024-07-04 03:56:26 pm
Beyond beach thrills Goa has, without a doubt, been the reigning favourite among domestic and foreign tourists alike within India. The charming landscapes lined with coconut trees, sandy beaches, serene churches made popular by Bollywood, Portugal architecture and trendy bars have been the reason why Goa has been such a crowdpuller over the last two decades. But as tourism in Goa grows, the city too is evolving to cater to a wider variety of interests, says Niharika Nigam, Director, Business Development at Jum...
Beyond beach thrills
Beyond beach thrills
Source: IANS
2024-06-08 02:36:03 pm