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Tourism Authority of Thailand, Mumbai partners with Tripoto community to entice new age travelers in Indiaedit
Indian Television – Online
Speaking on the partnership, Ms. Cholada Siddhivarn, Director, Tourism Authority of Thailand, Mumbai, expressed, “Thailand is one of the most youth friendly countries as it has an array of adventurous activities and thrilling experiences to indulge in. Although many young Indian travelers visit Thailand, not all of them are aware of its newly added routes and off beat destinations which are less explored.
There’s always something new in Dubaiedit
The Economic Times – Print – Delhi, Mumbai and Bangalore
Wavehouse will become your new favourite address for entertainment at Atlantis, The Palm. Try ten-pin bowling, the world’s largest Pac Man and other arcade game favourites along with a high-tech Wave Rider surfing machine. Kids have much to explore here too. Later, settle down for a meal at the Wavehouse Restaurant. Signature delights to savour include the rainbow sliders and oven-fresh pizza.
TAT using online management system to grow community tourismedit
Travel Trends Today – Online
The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) has begun using the online tourism management system ‘Local Kit’, as part of its ongoing efforts to enhance the quality of and add value to community-based tourism in Thailand.
Income Tax return: Want a free trip to Thailand? Filing your ITR returns can help you land a holidayedit
Zee Biz – Online
Bangalore based Financial-Technology platform ClearTax is hosting ‘BIG Filing Days’ on August 21 and 22. As part of this, it is offering exciting rewards to users if they finish income tax return filing on the given dates. The rewards offered by ClearTax include Google Home smart speakers every hour and a free trip to Thailand every day.
Here Why Dubai Is The Perfect Couple’s Getaway This Monsoonedit
India Times – Online
Nestled in the dunes of the Dubai desert yet still only a 45-minute drive from Dubai International airport, is a truly unique resort that makes the most of its desert surroundings to provide a truly stunning natural setting.
Explorations galoreedit
The Economic Times ET Panache – Print – Delhi
A confluence of pristine beaches, deep jungles, beautiful temples, and striking architectural wonders, Malaysia is super fun. Plan an itinerary which includes a walk across the connecting bridge of the Petronas Twin Towers, a trekking adventure through the urban jungles of Kuala Lumpur and, a drive in the Perhentian islands
Dubai Tourism booms with Indian visitors leading the numbersedit
The Times of India – Online
Dubai, in the first six months of the year (from January to June), welcomed around 8.36 million international overnight visitors. The number denotes a 3 per cent growth in tourism volume as compared to the same period last year. The numbers have been shared by Dubai’s Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing.
Discover Dubai’s hottest new developments, attractions and more.edit
The Economic Times – Online
Dubai’s new beachside wonderland ahoy! A short walk from The Beach at JBR is Bluewaters Island. Highlights here include Ain Dubai, the world’s largest Ferris wheel, and Cove Beach, a private beach club with luxurious loungers and an all-day menu of treats.
Ask the travel expertedit
The EconomicTimes – Print – Delhi, Online
Be it beaches or mountains, shopping or relaxation, culture or nightlife, Thailand has a lot to offer. You can have the perfect mountains and beaches experience when you visit Chiang Mai and Krabi. In Chiang Mai, visit the Doi Inthanon national park or do a trip to the Golden Triangle up north where Thailand, Myan- mar and Laos meet.
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e-Visa Fee Cut on the Cards to Boost Tourismedit
The Economic Times – Print – Bangalore, Mumbai, The Statesman – Print – Delhi, Hindustan Times – Print – Delhi, The Asian Age – Print – Delhi, Mumbai, Hindi Business Standard – Print – Delhi, The Financial Express – Print – Delhi
The government is also considering a one-month e-visa for tourists at a fee of $25. It would be reduced to $10 during the off-season (April-June), initially for tourists from Japan, Singapore, Sri Lanka, Mozambique, Russia, Ukraine, the UK and the US.