This is an AI-generated image, used for representational purposes only. China announced on Friday that it will extend visa-free entry to citizens from nine additional countries, including South Korea, Norway, and Finland. This policy, aimed at enhancing tourism and business opportunities, will take effect from November 8, 2024 and will last until December 31, 2025.Nationals…
The Greek government is planning to introduce a 20-euro fee for cruise ship passengers visiting the popular islands of Santorini and Mykonos during the peak summer months to avoid overtourism on these destinations. This move aligns with similar calls for action in other European hotspots like Venice and Barcelona.Greek Prime Minister Mitsotakis, during a press…
NEW DELHI: Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Sunday held a virtual meet with senior party leaders on relief and rehabilitation efforts in Wayanad after the recent landslides which claimed more than 300 lives. Gandhi asserted that it is imperative to make a concerted effort to revitalise tourism in the district and dispelling the notion that…
NEW DELHI: India will be among the top 10 global destinations for tourism in the next five years and the contribution of the sector to India’s economy will increase from 7.9% to over 10% in the near future, Union tourism and culture minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat said on Saturday.The tourism industry is looking for investments…
NEW DELHI: Cabinet committee on economic affairs Friday approved eight new rail line projects across seven states, including Odisha, Maharashtra, Jharkhand, Bihar and Andhra, with an estimated cost of Rs 24,657 crore to provide connectivity, facilitate ease of travelling, minimise logistical costs, reduce oil imports and cut carbon footprint. One of the projects will provide…
NEW DELHI: In a bid to revive its sluggish economy, the Thailand government has extended a visa exemption plan for Indian and Taiwanese tourists for six more months, reported Bloomberg.The decision would allow tourists from India and Taiwan to enter the Southeast Asian nation without a visa until November 11. The decision comes days before…
