Tourism

Top 5 Indian states with the highest foreign tourist arrivals in 2024

Discover the top 5 Indian states that welcomed the highest number of foreign tourists in 2024. Explore their iconic monuments, heritage sites, and cultural attractions that continue to captivate international travellers.

From Jim Corbett to Pangot: 9 best bird watching places in Uttarakhand

Discover the 9 best birdwatching destinations in Uttarakhand—from Corbett to Pangot—where over 700 species thrive across forests, lakes and Himalayan ridges.

Tax relief, GST tweaks boost middle-class spending power, signal strong growth for tourism, hospitality: Report

Rising middle-class incomes and tax reforms are boosting discretionary spending, driving strong growth in India’s tourism and hospitality sector: B&K report. Read on to know more.

Wonderla Chennai to open on December 2, giving Tamil Nadu a major tourism boost — all you need to know

Wonderla Chennai opens on December 2 with 43 rides, Tamil-themed design, India’s first B&M inverted coaster and world-class attractions. Read all you need to know.

6 new tourist taxes at popular destinations that could make your 2026 holiday expensive

By 2026, Thailand, Japan, Italy, Spain, Norway, and Edinburgh will impose new tourism taxes to curb overtourism — here’s how it could affect your travel budget.

Maldives introduces generational smoking ban, including tourists — all you need to know

The Maldives becomes the first country to impose a generational smoking ban, prohibiting anyone born after January 1, 2007, from ever smoking or buying tobacco. Here’s everything travellers need to know before visiting.

TBO Tek Q2 FY26: Growth broadens across markets

The upward momentum will sustain in the hotels business in FY26; Classic Vacations deepens premium play

UN Tourism names 52 villages as the ‘Best Tourism Villages of 2025’ — See the full list

Discover all 52 destinations named in UN Tourism’s Best Tourism Villages 2025 list. From Japan’s Asuka to Portugal’s Loriga, explore the world’s most sustainable, authentic, and charming rural travel spots across 29 countries.

Kashmir unveils Asia’s largest chrysanthemum garden ‘Bagh-e-Gul-e-Dawood’: See pics

Kashmir has opened Asia’s largest chrysanthemum garden — Bagh-e-Gul-e-Dawood — in Srinagar’s Nehru Memorial Botanical Garden. Spread over 5 hectares, it features over one lakh blooms in 50 varieties, aiming to extend Kashmir’s tourist season beyond spring.

Melukote’s Stones: Unveiling a bloody history during Deepawali

Karnataka’s Melukote, known for its spiritual heritage and architectural beauty, hides a somber past. During Tipu Sultan’s reign, Iyengar families were massacred on Deepawali, leaving a haunting legacy

Exploring Chhattisgarh’s journey of culture and change

From ancient temples to sporting glory, Chhattisgarh is transforming its narrative, blending rich heritage with modern innovation

Why China’s Golden Week travel boom isn’t boosting spending

Disneyland and Macau drew crowds, but consumer restraint is the best illustration of the extent of Beijing's stimulus campaign.

Karnataka to launch OneTAC, unified digital platform for tourism and cultural destinations

Once implemented, OneTAC will offer digital identifiers and verifiable credentials to stakeholders - folk artists, homestay owners, travel guides and transport operators - enabling seamless service discovery, booking and payments through open, interoperable protocols.

Why tourists are flocking to Chongqing, China’s surreal sci-fi city

A stacked, neon megacity of cliffs, skyrails and hot pot is luring travellers who want their Asia trip to feel futuristic—and a little surreal.

World Tourism Day 2025 in Malaysia: 10 reasons Melaka is the perfect host

Discover why Melaka, Malaysia, is the ideal host for World Tourism Day 2025. Explore its culture, heritage, and sustainable tourism initiatives that make it a global destination.

10 Hidden Gems in Malaysia To Explore on World Tourism Day 2025

Celebrate World Tourism Day 2025 by uncovering Malaysia’s hidden gems. From secret islands to misty highlands, discover 10 offbeat destinations that promise adventure, culture, and tranquility.

World Tourism Day: 9 Destinations That Look Too Beautiful to Be Real

Celebrate World Tourism Day 2025 with 9 surreal destinations around the world. From Salar de Uyuni to Bora Bora, explore must-visit spots packed with natural beauty and adventure.

When and Why Do We Celebrate World Tourism Day?

Discover why World Tourism Day is celebrated and how this global event inspires travel, cultural exchange, and sustainable tourism around the world.

Kerala tourism to host three-day travel literary festival 'Yaanam' in Varkala - All you need to know

Kerala Tourism will host ‘Yaanam 2025,’ a three-day travel literary festival in Varkala from October 17-19, featuring writers, artists, filmmakers, and adventure enthusiasts. The festival will showcase Varkala’s tourism potential through talks, screenings, curated trails, and interactive workshops on writing, photography, and wellness.

World Tourism Day 2025: Date, History, Theme and Significance

Celebrate World Tourism Day 2025 on September 27! Discover its history, significance, and this year’s theme, Tourism and Sustainable Transformation, while learning ways to travel responsibly and leave a positive impact on communities and the planet.

10 Offbeat Destinations You Must Explore on World Tourism Day 2025

Celebrate World Tourism Day 2025 by exploring 10 offbeat destinations across India and the world—hidden villages, surreal landscapes, and untouched adventures await.

Uttar Pradesh launches farm stay scheme to transform rural tourism – All you need to know

Uttar Pradesh has launched a pioneering farm stay scheme to promote rural tourism and agri-tourism by transforming villages into cultural hubs. The initiative offers tourists authentic experiences like farming, dairy, and traditional meals while providing strong financial incentives for investors and new income opportunities for farmers. With a focus on sustainability, rural jobs, and cultural preservation, the programme is set to make Uttar Pradesh India’s leading destination for farm stay tourism.