Author Archives: Alok
Kyoto initiates ’empty tourism’ campaign amid coronavirus outbreak
Japanese city Kyoto is one of the most crowded tourist destinations packed with visitors from all over the world. But as the coronavirus outbreak keeps visitors away from the historic streets of Japan’s former capital, a group of shopkeepers has …
Iran’s Sangan town jolted by 5.8 magnitude earthquake
Sangan town in Iran’s northeastern Khorasan Razavi province was hit by an earthquake of 5.8-magnitude on Thursday morning, according to the Iranian Seismological Centre. The epicentre of the quake was at the depth of eight km, 34.030 north latitude, …
A 1,500-baht handout to spur Thai tourism
The Finance Ministry of Thailand is ready to dust off a planned cash handout for travel to 55 secondary provinces by incorporating it in the economic stimulus package going before new Finance Minister Uttama Savanayana. For the anticipated cash …
For snake boat race, Kerala tourism invites franchise bids!
The Kerala Tourism Department, together with agency consortium headed by E factor Entertainment and The Social Street, have requested for bids from parties keen on buying nine team franchisees in the inaugural edition of the Champions Boat League (CBL). The …
Rajasthan all set to launch new tourism policy
A recent policy is being made which will encourage tourism promotion in the state by adding of new circuits, Rajasthan Tourism Minister Vishvendra Singh explained on Thursday. While answering to a question in the state assembly, Singh stated …
Summer opening of Buckingham Palace 2019 to be special! Here’s why
Visit the official London residence of the Queen, as Buckingham Palace opens its doors to the public every summer. This year it will be opened from July 22 till September 29. Explore the lavishly furnished State Rooms of one of the world’s few …
New UNWTO report says exports generated by international tourism see an enormous USD 1.7 trillion
As per a new report from the UNWTO, exports generated by international tourism saw an enormous USD 1.7 trillion last year, marking a 4% increase in real terms over the previous year. For the seventh year consecutively, tourism …
Londoners to join tourists & friends to mark Thanksgiving celebrations
Sample some Thanksgiving traditions in London to celebrate the American holiday. Every year, many people from London’s American community gather for a morning Thanksgiving service at St Paul’s Cathedral, which is open to all who wish to attend. Thanksgiving …
ICOMIA marina conference 2018 aimed on boating & tourism growth
Marina managers across the globe met in Athens Oct. 24-27 for the ICOMIA World Marinas Conference, organized by the Greek Marinas Association. The event attracted 414 delegates from almost 40 countries to talk about the significance of marinas and waterfront …
Gastronomy tourism in Thailand gains momentum
Experienced travellers are well aware that if they want a local experience, they must try local dishes since food can bring a lot of insight to a community’s identity. In Thailand, a variety of plants are found quite easily, and …
