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Forget Layovers—This Arctic Journey Connects Five Nordic Destinations By Private Jet
A privately chartered Boeing 737 will fly travellers across five Nordic countries in one seamless Arctic itinerary
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Delhi’s Asola Bhatti Wildlife Sanctuary Gets 10-Year Conservation Plan: Here’s What It Includes
The plan confirms the presence of 23 mammal species, including leopards and striped hyenas, and outlines major steps to protect their habitat
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Largest Dinosaur In Southeast Asia Identified From Fossils Found In Thailand
Fossils found in Thailand have revealed a giant new sauropod species that once roamed the region over 100 million years ago
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Nicobarese Council Objects To Sanctuary Notifications In Little Nicobar Islands
Allegations of procedural lapses and exclusion of indigenous voices have put the Centre’s wildlife sanctuary notifications in the Nicobar islands under sharp scrutiny, with the Nicobarese tribal council demanding their withdrawal
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Five Italian Divers Die Exploring Underwater Cave In Maldives’ Vaavu Atoll
Five Italian scuba divers, including a University of Genoa professor and her daughter, died during a deep cave dive in the Maldives’ Vaavu Atoll. Authorities suspect oxygen toxicity, strong currents, and panic may have contributed to the tragedy
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Airelles Brings French Luxury To Venice With A Grand Giudecca Debut
Venice’s luxury hotel scene welcomes Airelles Palladio, complete with gardens, pools, Michelin-star dining, and lagoon views
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Indian Passport Drops To 78th Position In Henley Passport Index 2026
The latest Henley Passport Index places India at 78th, but Indian travellers have not lost access to any visa-free destinations
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World’s Highest Art Biennale Returns To Ladakh In 2026
Set high in Ladakh at over 3,000 metres, the Sā Ladakh Art Biennale returns in 2026, turning the Himalayan landscape into an open-air exhibition focused on climate, ecology and culture across the Leh–Kargil corridor
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US Suspends Visa Bond Requirement For World Cup Ticket Holders From Qualified Nations
The US has waived visa bond requirements for fans from selected countries attending the 2026 World Cup, removing deposits of up to USD 15,000 and easing entry rules ahead of the tournament across the United States, Canada, and Mexico
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Eight Continents Hotels Opens Luxury Retreat In Kasauli
The new property reflects Eight Continents’ growing focus on boutique hotels and experience-driven travel in India
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Why Air India Is Scaling Back International Flights This Summer
From Chicago to Singapore, Air India’s revised summer schedule will impact travellers across North America, Europe, and Asia
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Awadh’s Historic Monuments Face A Growing Conservation Crisis: What The CAG Report Reveals
A recent CAG report highlights illegal encroachments, missing land records, and administrative failures threatening some of Awadh’s most iconic monuments
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Bali Tightens Visa Rules In 2026: What Influencers, Volunteers, And Remote Workers Need To Know
Sponsored content, barter collaborations, remote work, and volunteer roles could now lead to fines, deportation, or entry bans in Bali. Here's all you need to know
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Flying With Children? Air India Introduces Cloud Chasers Family Travel Program
Air India’s Cloud Chasers aims to make long-haul journeys smoother and more engaging for young travellers
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Tata Pani In Jammu & Kashmir Is Being Developed As A Wellness Tourism Destination
An INR 2.5 crore Bath Ghat project aims to boost tourism, improve facilities, and create local livelihood opportunities in Banihal
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Jammu & Kashmir Lists 495 Heritage Sites In Major Tourism Expansion Plan
The Jammu and Kashmir administration has identified 495 heritage sites across the Union Territory as part of a wider plan to expand tourism beyond established destinations like Gulmarg and Pahalgam and promote lesser-known cultural locations
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Hantavirus Cruise Ship MV Hondius Leaves Tenerife After WHO-Led Global Repatriation Operation
Following a complex international operation, passengers and crew from MV Hondius are returning home to begin a strict 42-day quarantine
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Wildlife Tourism Found To Affect Tiger Health And Breeding In Reserves
A new study has found that tourism inside tiger reserves may be affecting the animals more than previously understood, with rising stress levels linked to human activity and possible changes in breeding behaviour among tigresses in key habitats
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New Zealand Opens Working Holiday Visa For Indians: Who Can Apply And What It Offers
India’s inclusion in New Zealand’s Working Holiday Visa Programme marks a major boost for students, graduates, and early-career professionals. Here's what to expect
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Palace On Wheels Announces Rare May Journey For Luxury Travellers
For the first time in its 45-year history, the Palace on Wheels luxury heritage train will operate in May 2026, breaking its usual September–April schedule after a charter-driven demand surge for the iconic Rajasthan circuit
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MV Hondius Hantavirus Outbreak: What We Know So Far
Passengers aboard MV Hondius are being evacuated after a deadly hantavirus outbreak triggered global quarantine measures
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UNESCO Removes Three African World Heritage Sites From “In Danger” List
UNESCO has removed three African World Heritage Sites from its “in danger” list following years of restoration work. Sites in Madagascar, Egypt, and Libya have shown recovery from threats like illegal logging, rising groundwater, and conflict damage
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California’s Lost Tulare Lake Returns After More Than 130 Years
After more than a century, California’s vanished Tulare Lake returned, reviving wetlands, wildlife, and Indigenous connections
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Roswyn Mumbai Debuts As India’s First Morgans Originals Hotel
India’s first Morgans Originals hotel brings 109 expansive suites, longevity-focused wellness, and lifestyle-led luxury to Mumbai
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Mizoram Redefines Sustainable Tourism In Northeast India
Mizoram is emerging as a model for sustainable tourism in Northeast India. With its forest-rich landscape, community-led initiatives, and eco-friendly policies, the state is promoting low-impact travel that supports local livelihoods
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Thailand Introduces Long-Stay DTV Visa For Indians And Global Remote Professionals
Thailand has introduced a five-year multiple-entry Destination Thailand Visa (DTV) for digital nomads, freelancers, and remote workers, including Indians. It allows stays of up to 180 days per entry, extendable to 360 days, with remote work permitted
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Shillong Literary Festival 2026 Prelude Brings Meghalaya’s Culture And Tourism Focus To Delhi
The Shillong Literary Festival 2026 Prelude opened at Bikaner House with conversations on literature, cinema, music, and culture, while spotlighting Meghalaya’s push to position itself as a year-round destination for creative and sustainable tourism
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Mount Dukono Eruption Kills Three Hikers In Indonesia
Three hikers, including two Singaporeans, died after Indonesia’s Mount Dukono erupted during a trek on May 9. Authorities said the group had ignored safety advisories banning access near the volcano’s crater amid heightened volcanic activity
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WHO Warns 12 Countries As Cruise Outbreak Raises Travel Safety Questions
The World Health Organisation has issued an alert after a hantavirus outbreak linked to the cruise ship MV Hondius, raising fresh concerns over international travel safety as confirmed cases, including fatalities, are traced across borders
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Accor–InterGlobe Platform The Hoxton To The Indian Market
Ennismore is bringing The Hoxton to India in partnership with Accor India and InterGlobe Hotels. The brand will open its first hotel in Bengaluru in November 2026, introducing its open-house, neighbourhood-led concept to the city
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Smithsonian Exhibition Spotlights Pahari Painting Traditions From The Himalayan Kingdoms
An exhibition at the Smithsonian’s National Museum of Asian Art is showcasing Pahari painting traditions from the Himalayan kingdoms of northern India, with 48 works tracing artistic practices between 1620 and 1830
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Indian Crew Among Those On Board As Hantavirus Outbreak Probe Continues
An outbreak of hantavirus aboard the cruise ship MV Hondius has triggered international contact tracing, with cases and deaths confirmed. Two Indian crew members are among those on board as the investigation continues