Travel Forex trends: The inbound travel forex in India is expected to touch $31 billion in 2024 as compared to the $28.7 billion travel forex witnessed last year, Indian Association of Tour Operators (IATO) Vice President Ravi Gosain told Republic Business. Comparatively, the outbound travel forex from India is expected to see an annual increase this […]
__________________ Stakeholders in the tourism industry have asked the Uganda Tourist Board (UTB) to offer training and exposure opportunities abroad to operators of tour and travel agencies, especially those in upcountry areas. Busoga Kingdom tourism minister Hellen Namutamba says such opportunities will help the beneficiaries to gain knowledge and skills as well as strategies for […]
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The UK-based Rail Delivery Group (RDG) have issued a reminder to rail customers to check services before they travel, ahead of strikes. RDG customers are being reminded to check before they travel due to industrial action called by the ASLEF leadership between Monday 6 to Saturday 11 May. Drivers at 16 train companies will strike […]
Whether you’re hiking up Table Mountain or whale watching in the Indian Ocean, visiting Nelson Mandela’s former prison on Robben Island or enjoying a sundowner out in the bush after an exhilarating afternoon safari game drive, you’ll find South Africa is a destination that captivates from start to finish. Visit Johannesburg and Cape Town for […]
Boulders Beach in Simon’s Town has secured its spot on the World’s 50 Best Beaches list, showcasing South Africa’s coastal allure and unique wildlife. Global (30 April 2024) – In a celebration of sun, sand, and sea, the annual unveiling of the World’s 50 Best Beaches list has sent waves of excitement across the […]
Elon Musk appears to be on the cusp of deploying Tesla’s “full self-driving” system in the world’s biggest car market. Musk flew out of Beijing on Monday after meeting China’s premier, Li Qiang, on Sunday and sealing a deal with Chinese tech giant Baidu to use the group’s mapping and navigation systems. Hours earlier, a […]
Skift Take While there are several co-branded credit cards offered by airlines and hotels, banks releasing travel-focused core credit cards indicates a shift in consumer preference and the rising popularity of travel credit cards in India. — Bulbul Dhawan India’s largest bank State Bank of India (SBI) has launched its first-ever travel focused credit card. […]
Three Americans detained in Turks and Caicos Islands for possession of ammunition are facing a possible 12-year prison sentence after they were arrested for what they say were innocent mistakes. The situation is a good reminder to be aware of local laws anytime you’re leaving the United States. If you’re planning a trip abroad, your […]
Students and chaperones on the Westford Academy trip to Italy over April break were confronted with exposure to bed bugs while traveling on at least two coach buses, forcing them to separate their belongings into trash bags to try to limit the spread of the parasitic insects. (Courtesy photo) WESTFORD — An educational trip abroad […]
