Brazil is one of the most vivacious coastal regions in the world. The coastline is peppered with tropical islands, rhythm-crammed metropolises and captivating colonial towns. The country has countless charms and yes, it is a flamboyant and pulsating and makes you dance to the tunes of its magnetism.

South Africa is a kaleidoscopic mix of cultures, landscape and wildlife. Mostly lying below the Tropic of Capricorn, this exotic destination has it all including desert, savannah, mountains and wildlife among the most exotic on the whole planet. The sheer diversity of this land makes it one of the top business and travel destinations.

The city of Sedona is one of Arizona's premier tourism, recreation, resort, retirement and art centres and was incorporated into the state in 1988. Sedona is a city situated under the Colorado plateau and surrounded by picturesque pastures, which are characterised by massive red-rock formations and the contrasting riparian areas of the Oak Creek Canyon. This city is 19 square miles big and has a population of 10,000, with the average age being 50.

A myriad of majestic palaces, magnificent museums, legendary churches, beautiful cathedrals and lively squares characterise the medieval city of Florence. Its intoxicating charm radiates through its music, art, architecture, sculptures and overwhelms anyone who sets foot here.

Bali, the island of Gods is so picturesque that it almost looks like a painted backdrop with vivid white sandy beaches, emerald green rice paddies, magnificent mountains, pleasant valleys and serene lakes. Its unique blend of rich culture, traditional dance, music, theatre and history makes it a special destination to visit. This mythical island, which boasts of ancient temples and religious festivals, is a confluence of diverse ceremonial practices and people.

Festivals add colours to our otherwise mundane lives. Check out the list of upcoming festivals all around the world to make your next vacation even more exciting and eventful.

Sports Tourism refers to travelling due to an active or passive involvement in any kind of competitive sport. At present, sport tourism is considered to be one of the most prospective sectors in the world tourism. Sports and economy have been closely related to one another since ages. History shows that developed and rich nations indulge and excel in sports while the poor or emerging nations struggle with sports excellence.

The highlighted shows in this section are — MITM, ICOMEX and GITM. Take a peek to know more about these shows, details of exhibitors, areas of concentration and what programmes to expect.

The show covered in this section is the Lodging Conference. Read on the post show review here.

Take a peek at the latest happenings in the travel industry. Here are the updates on destinations, hotels, airlines, cruises, events and more.

Regardless of the nature of your travel, it always makes sense to do some research before you hit the roads to make sure your hard earned money and your precious time are well spent. This is where the various travel websites, blogs, travelogues, online journals and related communities come into the picture. To help our readers do their research on the internet, we bring you the top five travel websites that provide you with the first-hand information on places, hotels, travel services and more.

Bangkok is as intoxicating in its diversity as it is timeless, being the melting pot of different cultures, races and religions for centuries. It is a city with countless hidden treasures lurking in its every street and corner. The small trading centre that began as a port community on the bank of the river Chao Phraya 200 years ago is now, one of Asia’s most prosperous cities with enviable infrastructure, easy accessibility, integrated services and state-of-the-art facilities that make a perfect MICE destination.

Know all about the various travel and trade fairs held all around the globe. Get the details, dates and links of organisers here.