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Mumbai Airport Terminal 1 redevelopment: Will flights stop from October 25? What passengers need to know | - The Times of India timesofindia.indiatimes.com

Mumbai Airport Terminal 1 redevelopment: Will flights stop from October 25? What passengers need to know | - The Times of India

In a recent update, Mumbai’s Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (CSMIA) is all geared up for a major redevelopment of Terminal 1.

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Kolkata's Tiretti Bazaar isn't just about momos: It's India's only historic Chinatown with an Italian origin and centuries of Chinese-Indian history | Travel hindustantimes.com

Kolkata's Tiretti Bazaar isn't just about momos: It's India's only historic Chinatown with an Italian origin and centuries of Chinese-Indian history | Travel

Kolkata's old Chinatown was named after an Italian architect, became home to Chinese traders in 1800s and is now the city's legendary breakfast spot. | Travel

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US visitor visa wait times in India: Hyderabad rises to 12 months, Mumbai improves to 11.5 months; city-wise breakdown - The Times of India timesofindia.indiatimes.com

US visitor visa wait times in India: Hyderabad rises to 12 months, Mumbai improves to 11.5 months; city-wise breakdown - The Times of India

Waiting for a visitor visa is one of the most important parts of travel.

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“It completely shatters your ego,” says traveller after witnessing Kerala’s mesmerising Theyyam ritual; what exactly is it - The Times of India timesofindia.indiatimes.com

“It completely shatters your ego,” says traveller after witnessing Kerala’s mesmerising Theyyam ritual; what exactly is it - The Times of India

Have you ever seen a performance so powerful that you could feel it in your bones?

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Built in 1724, how Jantar Mantar evolved from an astronomical observatory into a symbol of protest in Delhi; now, it is no longer a designated protest site - The Times of India timesofindia.indiatimes.com

Built in 1724, how Jantar Mantar evolved from an astronomical observatory into a symbol of protest in Delhi; now, it is no longer a designated protest site - The Times of India

Delhi’s Jantar Mantar is making headlines again, but this time for a completely different and significant reason.

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There's a village in Meghalaya where people call each other through musical tunes; here's how you can reach here - The Times of India timesofindia.indiatimes.com

There's a village in Meghalaya where people call each other through musical tunes; here's how you can reach here - The Times of India

Among the unique places in India, can you imagine there is a village where words are not always required for conversations?

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San Francisco Created a Car-Free Oasis by the Sea—and It’s Driving Locals Mad | Travel hindustantimes.com

San Francisco Created a Car-Free Oasis by the Sea—and It’s Driving Locals Mad | Travel

Cyclists, families and a tech CEO love the park, made by closing a highway. Neighbors whose streets became detours are fighting to bring back vehicles. | Travel

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Stay 30 Days, Get $4 Million! Fake Challenge Videos Are a New Headache for Hotels skift.com

Stay 30 Days, Get $4 Million! Fake Challenge Videos Are a New Headache for Hotels

Videos on social media are promising guests large sums of money for extended stays. One hotel operator says the videos have been destructive.

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San Francisco offers solo travellers haunted walking tours, world-class museums and a vibrant nightlife scene; here’s how to explore the city if you are alone - The Times of India timesofindia.indiatimes.com

San Francisco offers solo travellers haunted walking tours, world-class museums and a vibrant nightlife scene; here’s how to explore the city if you are alone - The Times of India

San Francisco is brimming with experiences that are just as enjoyable on your own.

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Higher Prices Are Supporting Travel Revenues While Volume Growth Slows skift.com

Higher Prices Are Supporting Travel Revenues While Volume Growth Slows

Global travel performance remained unchanged in August 2026 compared to a year earlier, according to the latest Skift Travel Health Index report. However,

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Thailand’s Phuket, Trang and Songkhla offer heritage-rich coastal escapes, blending Sino-Portuguese architecture, traditional cuisine and dreamy island getaways - The Times of India timesofindia.indiatimes.com

Thailand’s Phuket, Trang and Songkhla offer heritage-rich coastal escapes, blending Sino-Portuguese architecture, traditional cuisine and dreamy island getaways - The Times of India

Thailand is often imagined in neon nights and island escapes.

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Saudi Arabia’s Aviation Ambitions Meet a Week of Terror skift.com

Saudi Arabia’s Aviation Ambitions Meet a Week of Terror

A week of deadly Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia's airports raises serious questions about the kingdom's aviation and tourism ambitions.

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This white-sand desert in India turns silver under the moon: Why winter is the best time to experience it's beauty - The Times of India timesofindia.indiatimes.com

This white-sand desert in India turns silver under the moon: Why winter is the best time to experience it's beauty - The Times of India

Gujarat is home to a unique landmark characterised by vast white salt plains.

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Retirement travel: 7 things to check before booking a retiree-friendly holiday in India - The Times of India timesofindia.indiatimes.com

Retirement travel: 7 things to check before booking a retiree-friendly holiday in India - The Times of India

Travelling with your parents can be a lovely way to spend time together, whether you are taking them to the mountains, planning a temple visit or finally

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9 Devi Temples in India every devotee should visit at least once | Travel hindustantimes.com

9 Devi Temples in India every devotee should visit at least once | Travel

Explore nine sacred Devi temples across India, from Kamakhya and Vaishno Devi to Meenakshi Amman, Jwala Ji and Ambaji Temple.   | Travel

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Step inside Alia Bhatt’s Mallorca villa with a private chef and yacht services where she holidayed with her girl gang; one night costs  ₹1.08 lakh | Travel hindustantimes.com

Step inside Alia Bhatt’s Mallorca villa with a private chef and yacht services where she holidayed with her girl gang; one night costs ₹1.08 lakh | Travel

Alia Bhatt holidayed in Mallorca with her girl gang at a luxury villa featuring a private chef and yacht services. Take a look inside the exclusive retreat. | Travel

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India Is Now Skyscanner's Biggest Market, and Nearly Half Its Searches Go Abroad skift.com

India Is Now Skyscanner's Biggest Market, and Nearly Half Its Searches Go Abroad

India has become Skyscanner’s largest market by users, with searches from the country rising 22% year over year.

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Syria has reopened a 1,600-year-old church complex after an extensive restoration and war-clearance work bringing Byzantine history back to life - The Times of India timesofindia.indiatimes.com

Syria has reopened a 1,600-year-old church complex after an extensive restoration and war-clearance work bringing Byzantine history back to life - The Times of India

An outstanding piece of early Christian history has reopened to visitors in northern Syria.

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These ancient Indian caves are home to temples, giant sculptures and stories from the past timesofindia.indiatimes.com

These ancient Indian caves are home to temples, giant sculptures and stories from the past

Architectural wonders of India, from caves to temples, keep astonishing the world time and again. The science, artwork and craftsmanship associated with ancient Indian architecture are sometimes unimaginable in the modern world, where efficiency and bruta

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Vande Bharat completes successful 180 kmph trial on Mathura–Nagda section; what it means for rail travel - The Times of India timesofindia.indiatimes.com

Vande Bharat completes successful 180 kmph trial on Mathura–Nagda section; what it means for rail travel - The Times of India

Indian Railways has come a long way. Vande Bharat trains have changed the way Indian rail travel.

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Man eaten alive after entering Amur tiger enclosure at England’s Yorkshire Wildlife Park; police urge public not to share videos - The Times of India timesofindia.indiatimes.com

Man eaten alive after entering Amur tiger enclosure at England’s Yorkshire Wildlife Park; police urge public not to share videos - The Times of India

In a shocking update, a man has died after entering a tiger enclosure at Yorkshire Wildlife Park near Doncaster in England.

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No concrete, no steel: Meghalaya's living root bridges are manmade wonders built by guiding tree roots across rivers - The Times of India timesofindia.indiatimes.com

No concrete, no steel: Meghalaya's living root bridges are manmade wonders built by guiding tree roots across rivers - The Times of India

Whenever we imagine bridges, the picture that comes to mind is of a ton of concrete and steel surrounded by dust clouds during construction.

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This railway station in India looks like a palace: 8 historic stations that are architectural wonders timesofindia.indiatimes.com

This railway station in India looks like a palace: 8 historic stations that are architectural wonders

The history of railway evolution in India is mentioned across conversations—transport, colonial legacy, and even architecture. Complementing India’s rich architectural history, European influence resulted in the birth of unique architectural wonders acros

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“India, you’ve come a long way”: Foreign traveller returns after 17 years and is amazed by the country’s changing roads - The Times of India timesofindia.indiatimes.com

“India, you’ve come a long way”: Foreign traveller returns after 17 years and is amazed by the country’s changing roads - The Times of India

It’s a fact that in India, a road trip can be an adventure in itself.

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3 things tech every travel girl needs in her cabin bag | Travel hindustantimes.com

3 things tech every travel girl needs in her cabin bag | Travel

Three travel gadgets I personally carry on flights, from a portable fan and power bank to comfortable noise-cancelling earbuds.  | Travel

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New Yorkers snap up discarded subway signs, seats at annual sale | Travel hindustantimes.com

New Yorkers snap up discarded subway signs, seats at annual sale | Travel

New Yorkers snap up discarded subway signs, seats at annual sale | Travel

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The War Is Changing the Economics of Saudi Tourism skift.com

The War Is Changing the Economics of Saudi Tourism

The war is raising the cost of attracting the international travelers Saudi Arabia needs to meet its tourism ambitions.

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The Ultimate 5-Day South Sri Lanka Itinerary: Beaches, Surfing, Sunsets & Late-Night Parties | Travel hindustantimes.com

The Ultimate 5-Day South Sri Lanka Itinerary: Beaches, Surfing, Sunsets & Late-Night Parties | Travel

How I went on a 5-day girls' trip to Sri Lanka! From surfing and turtles to beach parties - here is everything I wore, explored, and loved on our ocean getaway. | Travel

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The time being: Charles Assisi writes on the power of simply waiting | Travel hindustantimes.com

The time being: Charles Assisi writes on the power of simply waiting | Travel

We will all someday be the person who walks a bit too slowly, speaks a bit too haltingly. Why not put kindness to the test now, make time for one another? | Travel

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Mokobara, Swiss Military and Delsey Paris are all available at discounted prices at The Amazon Sale | Travel hindustantimes.com

Mokobara, Swiss Military and Delsey Paris are all available at discounted prices at The Amazon Sale | Travel

Shop Mokobara, Swiss Military and Delsey Paris luggage at discounted prices during the Amazon Great Indian Festival Sale, with options for every traveller. | Travel

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India's Foreign Arrivals Are Falling — but the 2047 Tourism Target Is Now 100 Million skift.com

India's Foreign Arrivals Are Falling — but the 2047 Tourism Target Is Now 100 Million

Tourism Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat has said India will go from 9.2 million international arrivals to 100 million by 2047.

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From toilets to broken relationships: 6 unusual museums around the world worth travelling for - The Times of India timesofindia.indiatimes.com

From toilets to broken relationships: 6 unusual museums around the world worth travelling for - The Times of India

Typically associated with celebrated paintings and portraits, ancient artifacts, and stories from the past, some museums around the world are doing things

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10 best places in India to visit in October with complete 3-day itineraries timesofindia.indiatimes.com

10 best places in India to visit in October with complete 3-day itineraries

October is a great time to visit many parts of India, as the post-monsoon weather offers a diversity of landscapes, from deserts to lush green rainforests and coffee plantations. With pleasant weather in several regions, you can escape the scorching summe

Oct 10, 2026 Read more →
Travel Watch: Festive travel picks up pace as nearly 1 in 4 travellers book multiple trips | Travel hindustantimes.com

Travel Watch: Festive travel picks up pace as nearly 1 in 4 travellers book multiple trips | Travel

Zostel reports festive bookings up 50% for 2026, with young travellers favouring solo stays, short breaks and rising Himalayan destinations.   | Travel

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“Why is it so expensive to go home during Chhath Puja?”: Woman questions Rs 20,000 Delhi–Patna airfare as festive travel becomes a financial burden | - The Times of India timesofindia.indiatimes.com

“Why is it so expensive to go home during Chhath Puja?”: Woman questions Rs 20,000 Delhi–Patna airfare as festive travel becomes a financial burden | - The Times of India

It’s once again that time of the year when people start planning their ways to go home.

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I spent a week in Hong Kong in November. Here’s how to plan your 2026 trip | Travel hindustantimes.com

I spent a week in Hong Kong in November. Here’s how to plan your 2026 trip | Travel

Planning a Hong Kong trip in 2026? Here is my seven-day itinerary, favourite food finds, shopping tips and budget advice.  | Travel

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What to do if your luggage goes missing during air travel: Essential steps to take before leaving the airport | Travel hindustantimes.com

What to do if your luggage goes missing during air travel: Essential steps to take before leaving the airport | Travel

From reporting missing baggage to claiming compensation, here's what you should consider doing when your luggage gets lost. | Travel

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Accor Sees Gulf Resorts Recover Faster Than City Hotels skift.com

Accor Sees Gulf Resorts Recover Faster Than City Hotels

Accor's Gulf resorts are gaining on rate while its UAE city hotels cut prices 15–20% to protect occupancy after the U.S.-Iran war.

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Noida airport renamed Narendra Modi International Airport after UP Cabinet nod; here's what changes for travellers - The Times of India timesofindia.indiatimes.com

Noida airport renamed Narendra Modi International Airport after UP Cabinet nod; here's what changes for travellers - The Times of India

In a recent update, Noida International Airport in Jewar, Uttar Pradesh, has been renamed Narendra Modi International Airport.

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"We expected chaos in India": Norwegian mayor and his travel companion who travelled 43,000 km in a tuk-tuk share an unseen face of India - The Times of India timesofindia.indiatimes.com

"We expected chaos in India": Norwegian mayor and his travel companion who travelled 43,000 km in a tuk-tuk share an unseen face of India - The Times of India

What happens when you trade the comfort of conventional travel for a three-wheeled auto-rickshaw and set out to cross India?

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Skift Transatlantic Summit: Five Decisions in the Room skift.com

Skift Transatlantic Summit: Five Decisions in the Room

The transatlantic corridor remains one of travel’s most important markets — and also one of the most exposed to global disruption.

Oct 08, 2026 Read more →
Tour Operators Adapt to Climate Risk After Fatal Himalayan Disasters skift.com

Tour Operators Adapt to Climate Risk After Fatal Himalayan Disasters

The Himalayas are at a tipping point. An avalanche at a Himalayan base camp on September 27 left at least 15 dead as staff were fixing ropes ahead of a

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More Than a Quarter of Saudi Flights Disrupted by Houthi Strikes skift.com

More Than a Quarter of Saudi Flights Disrupted by Houthi Strikes

More than a quarter of all flights leaving Saudi Arabia were disrupted Thursday as Iran-aligned Houthi rebels stepped up attacks on airports.

Oct 08, 2026 Read more →
How to survive a 14-hour flight without feeling drained: Tips to sleep, stay hydrated, and keep moving | Travel hindustantimes.com

How to survive a 14-hour flight without feeling drained: Tips to sleep, stay hydrated, and keep moving | Travel

Flying long-haul for 14 hours? These simple things can help you stay comfortable from take-off to landing. | Travel

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Destination Buzz: Bastar Dussehra is putting Chhattisgarh’s tribal culture on the travel map | Travel hindustantimes.com

Destination Buzz: Bastar Dussehra is putting Chhattisgarh’s tribal culture on the travel map | Travel

Bastar Dussehra offers travellers a chance to experience tribal traditions, waterfalls, caves, local food, handicrafts and village life in Chhattisgarh | Travel

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Flipkart Vs Amazon: Where should you buy your discounted Safari suitcases from? | Travel hindustantimes.com

Flipkart Vs Amazon: Where should you buy your discounted Safari suitcases from? | Travel

Amazon and Flipkart both offer steep Safari suitcase discounts. Here is what shoppers should check before choosing the better deal online. | Travel

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Safari, stargazing or slow mornings? 7 destinations for couples who want experiences over sightseeing | Travel hindustantimes.com

Safari, stargazing or slow mornings? 7 destinations for couples who want experiences over sightseeing | Travel

From wildlife to wine country, here are destinations couples can consider for a romantic getaway. | Travel

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IndiGo flight carrying 110 people was hit by lightning at 17,000 feet; nose damaged but plane landed safely in Lucknow; what travellers should know - The Times of India timesofindia.indiatimes.com

IndiGo flight carrying 110 people was hit by lightning at 17,000 feet; nose damaged but plane landed safely in Lucknow; what travellers should know - The Times of India

In a recent update, an IndiGo flight from Patna to Lucknow was caught in severe weather during its approach to Lucknow on October 7.

Oct 08, 2026 Read more →

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