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Yuge Yugeen Bharat Museum: What We Know So Far

The Yuge Yugeen Bharat National Museum in New Delhi’s North and South Blocks is being pitched as a landmark Central Vista project showcasing India’s civilisational history, but it has also sparked sharp debate over its curation and historical framing

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Airbnb Adds FIFA World Cup Experiences, Boutique Hotels, And New Travel Services

The latest update introduces new travel services, AI planning tools, boutique hotels, and exclusive FIFA World Cup experiences

Tripadvisor : The Khema Luxury Suite in Cheetagarh Resort and Spa

Instagram vs Reality: What Luxury Travel Really Looks Like Today

Social media may inspire luxury travel, but today’s travellers prioritise authentic experiences, wellness, personalisation, and meaningful journeys.

Deposit Photos : Delhi’s IGI Airport emerged as India’s highest-ranked airport in the latest global list

World’s Top Airports For 2026 Announced, Five Indian Hubs Earn Global Recognition

The latest Skytrax rankings are out. See which airports made the global top 10 and where Indian hubs stand

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The Fern Hotels & Resorts Opens Riverside Retreat In Chiplun Under Marriott Series

The Fern Hotels & Resorts has expanded its Maharashtra portfolio with the launch of The Fern Riverview Resort Chiplun, set on Parshuram Hill in the Konkan region, offering a riverside stay with views of the valley and surrounding greenery

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Hyper-Personalisation: The Rise Of Flexible, Experience-Led Luxury Travel

Luxury travel is evolving beyond exclusivity as travellers seek hyper-personalised, experience-led journeys focused on wellness, culture, sustainability, and flexibility

Four Seasons Hotel Mumbai : The name ‘Constellar’ comes from constellations and is meant to suggest connection, brilliance, and timeless beauty

Inside Constellar, Four Seasons Hotel Mumbai’s New Ballroom

Constellar, the new 10,000-square-foot ballroom at Four Seasons Hotel Mumbai, brings together scale, design, and technology to create a refined setting for weddings, celebrations, and corporate events in the heart of Worli

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Five Rescued From Flooded Laos Cave, Two Still Missing – What To Know Before Going Caving

A multinational rescue effort has brought five men to safety after they were trapped in a flooded cave in Laos, while two remain missing as search operations continue amid rising waters and difficult underground conditions

BoeingMan777/Shutterstock : Air India is reducing between 15% and 22% of its planned domestic schedule

Air India, IndiGo To Cut 250 Daily Domestic Flights From June. What This Means For Travellers

India’s domestic aviation network is set for a major schedule trim from June, with Air India, Air India Express, and IndiGo collectively withdrawing around 250 daily flights. Higher jet fuel costs and weaker travel demand are driving the reductions

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Is Climate Change Reshaping The Future Of Trekking In The Himalayas?

Himalayan trekking seasons are shifting as rising temperatures reshape snow, rain, trails and mountain access

Presidential Office of the Republic of China/Wiki Commons : The Danjiang Bridge connects Tamsui and Bali across the mouth of the Tamsui River

Taiwan Opens Danjiang Bridge, World’s Longest Single-Mast Cable-Stayed Crossing

Taiwan opens Danjiang bridge, world’s longest single-mast cable-stayed crossing in New Taipei City, marking major infrastructure milestone that reduces travel time across Tamsui river by around 25 minutes

Deposit Photos : Everest’s summit may be the goal, but the descent remains the mountain’s most dangerous test

The Price Of The Summit: Two Indian Climbers Die During Everest Return

Everest’s busiest climbing window turned tragic as two Indian mountaineers lost their lives during the descent

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The New Geography Of Overtourism: How Cruises and Short-Term Rentals Are Reshaping Destinations

Tourism is no longer evenly spread across destinations. In some places, it arrives in sudden waves from cruise ships; in others, it settles quietly into neighbourhoods through short-term rentals, reshaping how cities live, work and breathe

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Sri Lanka Offers Free 30-Day Tourist ETA To Visitors From 40 Countries, Including India

Sri Lanka has scrapped the Electronic Travel Authorisation fee for tourists from 40 countries, including India, the UK, the US and China. Eligible travellers will now receive a free 30-day double-entry visa, though online approval remains mandatory

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Why Burnt-Out Indians Are Taking To The Road

Burnout, digital fatigue and endless routines are pushing more Indians towards the open road. What begins as a weekend escape is increasingly becoming a form of therapy, offering clarity, freedom, and a much-needed mental reset

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Uber Launches Mediterranean Boat Rentals And London River Bus Expansion

Uber is expanding its summer travel offering in Europe, allowing users to book leisure boats, private yachts and water taxis across Mediterranean hotspots, alongside its river bus service on the Thames in London, all directly through the app

Photo by Elimende Inagella on Unsplash : La Dolce Vita Orient Express blends vintage aesthetics with modern luxury (For representation purposes only)

La Dolce Vita Orient Express To Connect Rome And Istanbul: Route, Pricing, And Everything To Know

Launching in October 2026, the La Dolce Vita Orient Express will connect Rome and Istanbul on a five-day luxury rail journey featuring Michelin-starred dining, elegant suites, and iconic European stops

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Ebola Alert: Travel Guidelines Indian Tourists Should Not Ignore

India’s Ministry of Health and WHO have advised against non-essential travel to Ebola-affected countries experiencing Bundibugyo strain outbreaks. Here's what Indian travellers should know

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IGI Airport Set for Major Upgrade with India’s First Driverless Air Train

Delhi’s Indira Gandhi International Airport is set to introduce India’s first driverless Air Train, an Automated People Mover linking its terminals, Aerocity and Cargo City through a 7.7 km corridor aimed at easing transfers and reducing shuttle use

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IRCTC Announces Upgraded Golden Chariot Luxury Train For 2026–27 Season

IRCTC has announced the upgraded Golden Chariot Luxury Train for the 2026–27 tourist season, bringing back one of India’s well-known luxury rail journeys with improved facilities, updated onboard services, and fresh promotional offers for travellers

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Top 6 Offline Travel Apps You Should Download Before Your Next Trip

From Google Maps to AllTrails, these offline travel apps help you navigate, translate, and stay safe without an internet connection

MMT website : Nature-led stays are shaping the future of Indian hospitality

The Forest Chapter Signals Sayaji Hotels’ Move Into Immersive Travel Experiences

Located near Gir National Park, The Forest Chapter marks Sayaji Hotels’ entry into experiential hospitality in India

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Planning A Europe Trip? A New EU Single-Ticket System Could Make Rail Travel Much Easier

The European Union wants to simplify train travel with single-ticket bookings, stronger passenger rights, and more transparent rail platforms

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India’s First Underwater Warship Museum To Open In Sindhudurg: What Travellers Can Expect

The ambitious project aims to position Sindhudurg among the world’s leading underwater tourism destinations

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Karnataka Bans Open-Jeep Safaris Across Tiger Reserves, Wildlife Sanctuaries

Karnataka has stopped open-vehicle safaris across its tiger reserves and wildlife sanctuaries, replacing them with enclosed buses. The forest department says the move is aimed at reducing human-animal conflict and improving safety in forest areas

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Planning A Monsoon Trip? Here’s How El Niño Could Affect Your Travel Plans

From drier hill stations to sudden urban flooding, here’s how El Niño may affect monsoon holidays in India this year, and what travellers should know before booking vacations

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JLF Valladolid 2026: How Spain Became Jaipur Literature Festival’s European Cultural Hub

From bilingual literary sessions to wine trails, heritage walks and cultural diplomacy, JLF Valladolid Spain 2026 reflects how the Jaipur Literature Festival has evolved into a wider India-Spain cultural exchange platform

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Big Change For Thailand Travel: 60-Day Visa-Free Stay Scrapped For 93 Countries

Thailand has scrapped its 60-day visa-free entry scheme for 93 countries, reverting most travellers to a 30-day stay. The move follows concerns over overstays and illegal activity, and will impact key markets including the UK, US, Australia and India