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Forget Brussels and Paris: Here are Europe’s new unexpected chocolate capitals | Euronews euronews.com

Forget Brussels and Paris: Here are Europe’s new unexpected chocolate capitals | Euronews

Europe’s lesser-known chocolate cities are drawing attention this Easter, with Turin, Perugia and York ranked among the continent’s sweetest destinations.

Apr 03, 2026 Read more →
A wrong turn in Bhagalpur led to the right kind of people: A northeastern solo female rider’s heartwarming Bihar experience | - The Times of India timesofindia.indiatimes.com

A wrong turn in Bhagalpur led to the right kind of people: A northeastern solo female rider’s heartwarming Bihar experience | - The Times of India

A solo woman biker from Arunachal Pradesh, Tenzin Metoh, experienced a heartwarming act of kindness in Bhagalpur when two strangers abandoned their errands to ensure she reached her hotel safely. This moment of genuine human connection offered a powerful

Apr 03, 2026 Read more →
7 best places to spot the Indian wolf in the wild timesofindia.indiatimes.com

7 best places to spot the Indian wolf in the wild

The wilderness of India is often associated with tigers, elephants, and leopards, but very little is known about one of the most elusive predators of the Indian wilderness: the Indian wolf. Unlike its forest-living counterparts, this species of wolf flour

Apr 03, 2026 Read more →
Sudha Murty in awe of this ancient UNESCO city in Gujarat; shares her travel experience | - The Times of India timesofindia.indiatimes.com

Sudha Murty in awe of this ancient UNESCO city in Gujarat; shares her travel experience | - The Times of India

In a recent Instagram post, Sudha Murty once again reminded her followers that travel is not just about destinations, it is about perspective. The cel.

Apr 03, 2026 Read more →
Bailey Schulz Archives - Skift skift.com

Bailey Schulz Archives - Skift

The U.S. continues to see a downturn in travel from certain countries. One survey suggests tourists still aren't over tariffs.

Apr 02, 2026 Read more →
New York Lost Thousands of International Visitors Last Year. The State Comptroller Blames Tariffs. skift.com

New York Lost Thousands of International Visitors Last Year. The State Comptroller Blames Tariffs.

A new report from New York’s Comptroller cites tariffs as one of the major drivers behind the state’s decline in international tourism. 

Apr 02, 2026 Read more →
From typhoons to blizzards: Strangest weather events in war history timesofindia.indiatimes.com

From typhoons to blizzards: Strangest weather events in war history

War is commonly understood in terms of strategy, leadership, and military power. However, history is replete with examples where the best-laid military strategies were ruined by an element that cannot be negotiated with or defeated in the classical sense:

Apr 02, 2026 Read more →
Social Media Vetting, $250 Entry Fees — Where U.S. Travel Restrictions Stand skift.com

Social Media Vetting, $250 Entry Fees — Where U.S. Travel Restrictions Stand

Industry advocates warn new fees and restrictions could impact travel’s post-pandemic recovery.

Apr 02, 2026 Read more →
India Finally Ditches Paper Arrival Forms. It's Not Going to Fix Indian Tourism skift.com

India Finally Ditches Paper Arrival Forms. It's Not Going to Fix Indian Tourism

E-arrival cards save passengers from having to do paperwork. But the initiative will only make a tiny dent to the bigger problem India faces.

Apr 02, 2026 Read more →
No visa-on-arrival for Pakistanis in Qatar: Pak Embassy in Doha issues new travel advisory | - The Times of India timesofindia.indiatimes.com

No visa-on-arrival for Pakistanis in Qatar: Pak Embassy in Doha issues new travel advisory | - The Times of India

Qatar has temporarily suspended its visa-on-arrival facility for Pakistani citizens due to prevailing Middle East tensions. The Embassy of Pakistan in Qatar advises all Pakistani travelers to secure appropriate visas in advance to avoid any inconvenience

Apr 02, 2026 Read more →
From Camembert to Gabietou: New tour lets you sample 100 of France’s most iconic cheeses | Euronews euronews.com

From Camembert to Gabietou: New tour lets you sample 100 of France’s most iconic cheeses | Euronews

This 11-day tour allows fromage fans to experience the best of France’s cheese and wine regions like Bordeaux, Loire Valley and Burgundy.

Apr 02, 2026 Read more →
These are the best destinations for solo female travellers – and two are in Europe | Euronews euronews.com

These are the best destinations for solo female travellers – and two are in Europe | Euronews

From the wildlife wonders of Costa Rica to the charming old towns of Estonia, here’s where you should be headed.

Apr 02, 2026 Read more →
Irctc Boarding Point Rule Change 2026: Indian Railways passengers can now modify boarding point till 30 minutes before departure; here’s what travellers need to know | - The Times of India timesofindia.indiatimes.com

Irctc Boarding Point Rule Change 2026: Indian Railways passengers can now modify boarding point till 30 minutes before departure; here’s what travellers need to know | - The Times of India

Indian Railways is enhancing passenger convenience by allowing boarding station changes up to 30 minutes before departure, reflected in the final reservation chart. This new rule, effective April 1, 2026, replaces the previous 24-hour deadline, offering g

Apr 02, 2026 Read more →
New Report: Competing for Relevance in the AI Era skift.com

New Report: Competing for Relevance in the AI Era

Explore how AI, data, and shifting traveler behavior are redefining travel marketing in 2026, with insights from 10 industry leaders.

Apr 02, 2026 Read more →
From Apricot Blossom Festival to Sakura: Top 6 flower festivals to visit in April 2026 across the world | Travel hindustantimes.com

From Apricot Blossom Festival to Sakura: Top 6 flower festivals to visit in April 2026 across the world | Travel

From Sakura displays in Singapore to Cherry Blossom in Japan, here are some of the best flower festivals that you can visit around the world in April 2026. | Travel

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‘I felt scared, outnumbered’: Tourist shares her Jaipur experience which she would want to forget | - The Times of India timesofindia.indiatimes.com

‘I felt scared, outnumbered’: Tourist shares her Jaipur experience which she would want to forget | - The Times of India

A solo female traveler in Jaipur encountered an overwhelming situation upon arrival at the train station, where she was pressured by a man offering a ride. Despite this unsettling experience, she emphasizes that it was not representative of her overall jo

Apr 02, 2026 Read more →
Good Friday long weekend escapes from Delhi: Top national parks in India for a wildlife break - The Times of India timesofindia.indiatimes.com

Good Friday long weekend escapes from Delhi: Top national parks in India for a wildlife break - The Times of India

Good Friday weekend is the perfect time to explore India’s vast wilderness. For wildlife lovers, travellers and photographers planning a long weekend .

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Looking for a holiday home in Spain? Valencia plans to set cap across the city | Euronews euronews.com

Looking for a holiday home in Spain? Valencia plans to set cap across the city | Euronews

The Spanish city is moving to limit holiday accommodations amid local ‘touristflation’ woes in a country that has seen large-scale anti-tourism demonstrations.

Apr 02, 2026 Read more →
Inside a boutique retreat rooted in authentic ayurveda and yoga | Travel hindustantimes.com

Inside a boutique retreat rooted in authentic ayurveda and yoga | Travel

Here’s an honest look at Raga Svara, a boutique wellness retreat where Ayurveda and yoga shape a structured, immersive stay. | Travel

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Game on in Sin City: How Las Vegas is betting big on sports tourism and major events | Euronews euronews.com

Game on in Sin City: How Las Vegas is betting big on sports tourism and major events | Euronews

Following a fall in visitation in 2025, the Nevada city’s tourism industry is counting on major league sport, iconic attractions and new value-driven offers to turn its fortunes around.

Apr 02, 2026 Read more →
Recency Bias Is Travel’s Most Reliable Con skift.com

Recency Bias Is Travel’s Most Reliable Con

Every macro crisis in travel produces the same confident obituary, and almost every obituary turns out to be wrong.

Apr 02, 2026 Read more →
This is how a foreign traveller reacted to Lucknow Airport—and Indians agree - The Times of India timesofindia.indiatimes.com

This is how a foreign traveller reacted to Lucknow Airport—and Indians agree - The Times of India

While we all love our airport journeys, there are only a few airports which leave us impressed. A short Instagram reel by an English travel photograph.

Apr 02, 2026 Read more →
Dubai Airports Update April 2: Emirates offers free rebooking/refunds; extends flexible travel window till June 15 for affected passengers - The Times of India timesofindia.indiatimes.com

Dubai Airports Update April 2: Emirates offers free rebooking/refunds; extends flexible travel window till June 15 for affected passengers - The Times of India

In a recent update, Emirates has announced extension of flexible travel options for passengers affected by the ongoing airspace disruptions. It comes .

Apr 02, 2026 Read more →
Hanuman Jayanti 2026: 10 most powerful Hanuman temples in India timesofindia.indiatimes.com

Hanuman Jayanti 2026: 10 most powerful Hanuman temples in India

Across India, the devotion towards Lord Hanuman, the epitome of strength, unshakeable faith, and security, runs deep. The temples dedicated to Lord Hanuman can be found at different locations in the country. These temples are not only places of worship; t

Apr 02, 2026 Read more →
This UK ‘fish and chip train’ blends nostalgia, delicious treats and sunny seaside vibes | Euronews euronews.com

This UK ‘fish and chip train’ blends nostalgia, delicious treats and sunny seaside vibes | Euronews

Apart from nostalgic chippy teas and ice cream, this train also serves other classic favourites like brunch, cream teas and sausage and mash dinners.

Apr 01, 2026 Read more →
Airbnb Chief Business Officer Discussed How Flights Could Fit Into Expansion Strategy skift.com

Airbnb Chief Business Officer Discussed How Flights Could Fit Into Expansion Strategy

Airbnb Chief Business Officer Dave Stephenson discussed how Airbnb was "working on flights" before Covid, and today is adding various parts of the journey.

Apr 01, 2026 Read more →
We travelled on European Sleeper’s first Paris to Berlin night train. This is what it was like | Euronews euronews.com

We travelled on European Sleeper’s first Paris to Berlin night train. This is what it was like | Euronews

A great alternative to flying, you save money and time wasted at the airport by opting for this 14-hour train journey.

Apr 01, 2026 Read more →
The Kenya travellers don’t see on safari: Inside unique Maasai villages where Adumu dances and beadwork come alive - The Times of India timesofindia.indiatimes.com

The Kenya travellers don’t see on safari: Inside unique Maasai villages where Adumu dances and beadwork come alive - The Times of India

The way people approach travel today has evolved. It’s no longer just about where they go, but how deeply they experience a destination. Now more than.

Apr 01, 2026 Read more →
This Swedish city wants you to put down the camera in favour of brain-boosting ‘IQ tourism’  | Euronews euronews.com

This Swedish city wants you to put down the camera in favour of brain-boosting ‘IQ tourism’ | Euronews

Visitors to Uppsala are invited to discover more about the area’s history from the Vikings to more modern day inventions like the Celsius scale.

Apr 01, 2026 Read more →
Which Indian fort remained unconquered in recorded history? | - The Times of India timesofindia.indiatimes.com

Which Indian fort remained unconquered in recorded history? | - The Times of India

Murud Janjira fort stands as India's sole unconquered fortress. Located off the Konkan coast, this sea fort defied all attempts at capture. Powerful forces like the Marathas, Portuguese, and British failed to breach its defenses. Its island geography

Apr 01, 2026 Read more →
Jason Clampet Archives - Skift skift.com

Jason Clampet Archives - Skift

The travel industry’s advocacy groups were built to lobby Congress, but the executive branch has all the power.

Apr 01, 2026 Read more →
Turkey's Tourism Board Is Betting Indian Cultural Ties Can Outrun Politics skift.com

Turkey's Tourism Board Is Betting Indian Cultural Ties Can Outrun Politics

Indian travelers may have avoided Turkey since the Pahalgam attack, but the tourism board is feeling more optimistic.

Apr 01, 2026 Read more →
8 quick and easy Good Friday long weekend trips from Mumbai timesofindia.indiatimes.com

8 quick and easy Good Friday long weekend trips from Mumbai

A Good Friday long weekend is one of those rare breaks that feels perfectly timed, just enough days to step away from routine without needing extensive planning. For those in Mumbai, this long weekend opens up a range of quick yet fulfilling getaways, fro

Apr 01, 2026 Read more →
Religious tourism: 10 Portuguese monuments to visit at Easter | Euronews euronews.com

Religious tourism: 10 Portuguese monuments to visit at Easter | Euronews

Located from the north to the south of Portugal, here are some of the most popular religious monuments to visit during Holy Week with your family.

Apr 01, 2026 Read more →
Why Mauritius Is the Perfect Island Escape Right Now | Euronews euronews.com

Why Mauritius Is the Perfect Island Escape Right Now | Euronews

Some places just have a way of making you exhale. Mauritius is one of them.

Apr 01, 2026 Read more →
Venice’s hotel boom: Luxury openings reshaping stays in 2026 | Euronews euronews.com

Venice’s hotel boom: Luxury openings reshaping stays in 2026 | Euronews

From restored palaces to coastal resorts, Venice and its surrounding region are welcoming a wave of luxury hotel openings and reopenings in 2026.

Apr 01, 2026 Read more →
Twinkle Khanna shares hilarious ‘chaotic’ vacation throwback with Akshay Kumar for April Fools’ Day: Watch video | Travel hindustantimes.com

Twinkle Khanna shares hilarious ‘chaotic’ vacation throwback with Akshay Kumar for April Fools’ Day: Watch video | Travel

On April Fools' Day 2026, Twinkle Khanna shared a wholesome throwback video and asked: what is the one holiday task you should never delegate to your partner? | Travel

Apr 01, 2026 Read more →
Uae Flights News: Dubai Airports Update April 1: Air India group to run 30 flights; IndiGo shares list of scheduled flights to operate amid ongoing conflict - The Times of India timesofindia.indiatimes.com

Uae Flights News: Dubai Airports Update April 1: Air India group to run 30 flights; IndiGo shares list of scheduled flights to operate amid ongoing conflict - The Times of India

Dubai Airports along other airspaces in the UAE continue to be operational amid a continuously evolving situation. In a recent update, on April 1, 202.

Apr 01, 2026 Read more →
Move over honeymoon, it’s now time for buddymoon! | Hindustan Times hindustantimes.com

Move over honeymoon, it’s now time for buddymoon! | Hindustan Times

A buddymoon is a modern twist on the traditional honeymoon where newlyweds invite their closest friends or family to join them

Apr 01, 2026 Read more →
8 reasons why Finland keeps ranking as the World’s Happiest Country timesofindia.indiatimes.com

8 reasons why Finland keeps ranking as the World’s Happiest Country

Each year, when the World Happiness Report is released, Finland quietly retains its position at the top, a result that often surprises those who associate happiness with visible joy or high-energy lifestyles. But Finland’s ranking isn’t about outward chee

Apr 01, 2026 Read more →
The End of ‘Incredible India’ skift.com

The End of ‘Incredible India’

“Incredible India” was built to attract outsiders, but the center of gravity in Indian travel has shifted.

Apr 01, 2026 Read more →
Celestyal cancels all April cruises with ships still stuck in the Middle East | Euronews euronews.com

Celestyal cancels all April cruises with ships still stuck in the Middle East | Euronews

The cruise line is unable to reposition its vessels from the Gulf region, while MSC Cruises and Explora Journeys revise winter 2026-2027 schedules.

Mar 31, 2026 Read more →
Childlike wonder and archival photography: National Geographic Museum of Exploration to open in D.C. | Euronews euronews.com

Childlike wonder and archival photography: National Geographic Museum of Exploration to open in D.C. | Euronews

The newly revamped museum will immerse visitors in the work of the nonprofit organisation’s researchers and take them behind the scenes of the famed magazine.

Mar 31, 2026 Read more →
Rare sighting in Ranthambore as tigress climbs tree to hunt bird, tourists capture moment | - The Times of India timesofindia.indiatimes.com

Rare sighting in Ranthambore as tigress climbs tree to hunt bird, tourists capture moment | - The Times of India

A tigress at Ranthambore Tiger Reserve was captured on camera attempting an unusual tree climb to hunt a bird. The rare sighting showed the tigress precariously balancing on an unstable branch while trying to catch a heron chick. This behavior highlights

Mar 31, 2026 Read more →
Skift Travel Health Index: February 2026 Highlights - Skift Research research.skift.com

Skift Travel Health Index: February 2026 Highlights - Skift Research

The travel industry's growth hit a plateau in February 2026 as the geopolitical conflict in the Middle East paralyzed global air corridors, upending the Middle East's record growth. The industry's resilience now depends on its ability to ef

Mar 31, 2026 Read more →
Dubai Throws Hotels a Lifeline as Iran War Devastates Tourism skift.com

Dubai Throws Hotels a Lifeline as Iran War Devastates Tourism

Dubai has announced specific support for hotels and tourism operators from a wider fund of AED 1 billion ($272 million).

Mar 31, 2026 Read more →
Delhi Weather: Cloud cover, rain likely in Delhi-NCR as IMD issues fresh weather advisory for Northwest India; hailstorm in neighbouring states - The Times of India timesofindia.indiatimes.com

Delhi Weather: Cloud cover, rain likely in Delhi-NCR as IMD issues fresh weather advisory for Northwest India; hailstorm in neighbouring states - The Times of India

Delhi-NCR witnessed a sudden shift in weather on Tuesday afternoon as dark clouds covered the skyline, followed by strong winds, bringing down visibil.

Mar 31, 2026 Read more →
MakeMyTrip Faces Regulatory Investigation, Shortseller Claims skift.com

MakeMyTrip Faces Regulatory Investigation, Shortseller Claims

Bombshell report suggests that the CCI will be investigating the OTA for engaging in repeated anti-competitive conduct.

Mar 31, 2026 Read more →

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