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5 Unmissable Events To Light Up Your Diwali Weekend In Mumbai
Mumbai’s Diwali long weekend sparkles with thrills, creativity, and festive surprises—here’s what to see, do, and experience on 18–19 October
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Discover Rameswaram, Madurai, Tirupati And More On IRCTC’s Dakshin Darshan Yatra
Discover the spiritual heart of South India on the Bharat Gaurav Tourist Train’s 9-night, 10-day Rameswaram-Tirupati Dakshin Darshan Yatra. Starting from Tirupati, this immersive journey visits iconic temples and sacred sites
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Inside Germany’s Bauhaus Revival: Dessau Celebrates 100 Years Of Iconic Design
From 2025 to 2027, Dessau celebrates 100 years of Bauhaus with To the Core. Bauhaus Dessau 100—a two-year programme of exhibitions, performances, and digital journeys that reimagines one of the world’s most influential design movements
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EU Launches New Digital Border System For Non-EU Travellers
Europe’s new border control system replaces passport stamps with digital biometric checks, aiming to modernise entry procedures across the Schengen Area, but delays hit early rollouts in airports like Prague
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Railway Safety Reminder: What Not To Pack For Your Diwali Journey
Travel safe this festive season—Indian Railways sets up holding areas and issues new safety rules to ensure smooth train journeys
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India Shines In Portugal: Uttar Pradesh Bags Top Spiritual Tourism Honour At Seven Stars Awards
At the 2025 Seven Stars Luxury Hospitality and Lifestyle Awards, Uttar Pradesh was named the Best Spiritual Tourism Destination. Known for its diverse sacred sites, the state is gaining worldwide acclaim as a premier destination for faith travellers
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Inside Tamil Nadu’s Newest Archaeological Find: Thirumalapuram’s Iron Age Burials And What They Mean
Archaeological excavations at Thirumalapuram in Tamil Nadu have unearthed an Iron Age burial site dating back to the early to mid-third millennium BCE, revealing artefacts and cultural links to ancient sites like Adichanallur and Sivagalai
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Kyoto’s New Hotel Tax To Tackle Overtourism: Here's What Travellers Need To Know
Kyoto’s charm comes at a cost. The city’s new hotel tax aims to curb overtourism and keep Japan’s heritage heart beating strong
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Diwali 2025: Southern Railway Adds New Routes Between Chennai, Kerala, And Karnataka
Among the additions are express services between Chennai Egmore and Thiruvananthapuram North, along with special trains linking Bengaluru with Kollam and Mangaluru with Chennai
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Kaziranga Field Director Becomes First Indian To Win Global IUCN Kenton Miller Award
Dr Sonali Ghosh’s recognition at the IUCN Congress in Abu Dhabi marks a milestone for India’s conservation leadership on the global stage
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Khandagiri–Udayagiri Caves In Odisha Set For Major Heritage Redevelopment
The state’s ambitious plan will enhance visitor experience at the 2nd-century BCE caves, adding modern amenities while preserving their archaeological legacy
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Delhi To Launch Purple Electric Buses For Evening City Tours, Covering Key Landmarks
Tourists visiting the national capital will soon be able to explore Delhi’s illuminated landmarks aboard distinctive purple electric buses, combining heritage, sustainability, and convenience
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Heading To Disneyland Soon? Expect Higher Ticket & Parking Fees
Disneyland has announced a sweeping price hike for 2025, raising the cost of daily tickets, Magic Key passes, and parking. While the base ticket price remains unchanged, top-tier and peak-day costs have climbed significantly
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New Vande Bharat Train To Connect Bengaluru With Kerala This November
A new Vande Bharat Express connecting Bengaluru and Ernakulam via Palakkad is set to launch by mid-November, promising faster travel, improved comfort, and a major boost to rail connectivity across key cities
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Mumbai’s First Fully Underground Metro Line Is Now Open—Connecting South To North In Record Time
The Aqua Line, Mumbai’s first fully underground metro corridor, spans 33.5 km with 27 stations. It links key business, residential, and tourist areas, including direct access to Mumbai’s airport terminals, revolutionising daily commutes
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Indian Army Opens Eco Tent Homestay In Garbyang To Promote Sustainable Tourism
Nestled on the India-Nepal border, Garbyang offers travellers a unique blend of history, culture, and nature. With a new tent-based homestay launched by the Indian Army, visitors can enjoy traditional architecture and breathtaking Himalayan views
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Beyond Beaches: Goa’s Bold Shift To Sustainable, Regenerative Travel
Goa is redefining its tourism narrative with a regenerative model that goes beyond beaches. Led by Goa Tourism Minister Rohan Khaunte, the state’s new vision focuses on sustainable growth, local empowerment, and meaningful travel experiences
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Are You A Frequent Traveller? Find Out Which 2026 Travel Trend Matches Your Type
Skyscanner’s Travel Trends 2026 report shows Indian travellers prioritising personal meaning over mere sightseeing—from glow-up getaways to mountain quests and book-inspired journeys, powered by AI planning and smart spending
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North Bengal Floods: Roads Reopen, But Recovery Remains Slow
North Bengal is still reeling after flash floods and landslides left areas damaged, wildlife dead, and thousands displaced. Here are the latest developments on the ground, as tourists begin returning and questions rise over unplanned development
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Thailand Is Giving Away 200,000 Free Domestic Flights To Tourists—Here’s How To Get One
Thailand’s tourism ministry is proposing 200,000 free domestic flights for international arrivals between September & November 2025, subsidising up to THB1,750 one-way (THB3,500 return) to spread visitors beyond Bangkok and revive regional economies
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BRO Sets New Guinness Record With World’s Highest Motorable Road At 19,400 Feet In Ladakh
BRO has broken its own Guinness World Record by building the world’s highest motorable road at Mig La Pass in Ladakh. Standing at 19,400 feet, the road surpasses Umling La and enhances strategic connectivity
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Abu Dhabi Gets A Glamorous Twist With Deepika Padukone & Ranveer Singh As Ambassadors
Deepika joins Ranveer as Abu Dhabi’s newest ambassador, inviting travellers to explore the city’s vibrant experiences and traditions
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Passengers Can Soon Reschedule Train Tickets Online At No Extra Cost
Indian Railways will soon allow passengers to change the date of their confirmed train tickets online without any fees. Launching in January 2026, this move aims to simplify travel plans, reduce queues, and make the entire process more convenient
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Thailand To Introduce 300-Baht Tourist Tax To Fund Insurance And Infrastructure
Thailand will begin charging a 300-baht “entry fee” for foreign visitors across air, land, and sea to help fund visitor insurance, upgrade safety systems, and tourism infrastructure—implementation expected within four months
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Explained: What To Do When Your Flight Is Delayed—Refunds, Rebooking & Compensation Guide
Delayed flight? Know the immediate moves (keep receipts, ask for care), what airlines must legally provide in the EU, US and India, how to claim refunds or compensation, what counts as ‘extraordinary circumstances,’ and when to escalate to regulators
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Diwali, Chhath 2025: Central Railway Adds 30 Special Trains For Travel Rush—Check Routes & Dates
With Diwali approaching, Central Railway is boosting travel options by running additional special trains across key routes. This festive season, passengers can expect smoother journeys with extra services between Mumbai, Goa, and other destinations
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Feeling Burnt Out? Sweden Wants You To Take A Holiday—On Prescription
Sweden has launched The Swedish Prescription—the world’s first travel destination prescribed for well-being, backed by science and focused on nature, culture, and meaningful human connection
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Qantas Returns With Direct Delhi–Melbourne Flights—Just In Time For India–Australia T20
Pack your bags and your cricket spirit—Qantas is back with non-stop Delhi–Melbourne flights just in time for Australia’s summer buzz
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India–Bhutan Announce First Cross-Border Railway Projects: All You Need To Know
India has announced two landmark railway lines—Kokrajhar-Gelephu and Banarhat-Samtse—worth INR 4,033 crore, to give Bhutan its first rail connectivity. Spanning 89 km, the projects aim to boost trade, tourism, and strategic integration
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Landslides, Flood Threats, And Chaos—What’s Happening In North Bengal Right Now
A dual disaster is unfolding in West Bengal. Deadly landslides triggered by torrential rains have devastated Darjeeling and Kalimpong areas. Simultaneously, an overflowing dam in Bhutan poses a flash flood threat
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36 Hours Of Curfew: What Travellers Need To Know About Cuttack’s Current Situation
Tension grips Odisha’s Cuttack as clashes during Durga idol immersion leave 25 injured; city under curfew, internet shut down
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No More Guesswork On The Road: NHAI’s QR Code Boards Promise Safer, Smarter Travel
Highway travel made safer and smarter—NHAI’s new QR code signboards give commuters real-time access to facilities, contacts and project information