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Food, fun, endless luxury on a Thai holidayedit
The Hindu Business Line – Print – Mumbai, Delhi and Bangalore
When you think of Bangkok, hot, noisy, towering buildings and congested streets are probably the first things that come to your mind. You may not be way off the mark. But the city, unassumingly, offers so much more. Dotted with serene temples, floating market place, traditional massage parlours and umpteen varieties of food to kindle your taste buds, the Thai capital can pack quite a punch if you are looking for some excitement, chaos and exquisiteness.
The Dubai Shopping Festival is Backedit
SiaSat – Online
The Dubai Shopping Festival (DSF) will be back for its 25th edition beginning on the 26th of December, 2019, and will go on until the 1st of February, 2020. The festival will be up and running for 38 days, during which retailers and malls will come together to offer great promotions and sales in order to provide residents and visitors a rewarding experience. This edition of the DSF stands as the most remarkable and special one as it will be commemorating the launch of the Expo 2020.
Pata Working Together to Improve CBT in Thailandedit
Travel Trends Today – Online
The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) held its first community-based tourism (CBT) working meeting at the PATA Engagement Hub in Bangkok recently. The meeting brought together government, civil society and the private sector to improve CBT product offerings and the marketability of tourism in remote and indigenous communities, with the goal of providing authentic experiences and meaningful encounters that are beneficial to all.
Macao Emerges As Popular Short-Haul Destination For Indiansedit
Travel Trends Today – Online
Indian travellers are constantly on the lookout for offbeat destinations to spend their breaks. In an effort to cater to this demand, SOTC Travel, recently announced holiday packages for travellers to explore the Vegas of China – Macao. Macao uniquely known for its extraordinary culture has a fusion of eastern and western lifestyles that is reflected in every element of this beautiful destination.
Dubai Tourism launches QR networkedit
Travel Trends Today – Online
The quick response digital barcodes can be easily scanned by any smartphone, navigating users to dedicated microsites on the Visit Dubai website for background information about each location. The multilingual microsites feature a range of content including images and interactive videos. The project works in line with Dubai’s ‘Smart City’ initiative to deliver an efficient, seamless and impactful city experience for residents and visitors through the provision of innovative digital services.
Cheap fares, easy visas: 13 places you can still fly to for Christmas and New Yearedit
CN Traveller – Online
A last-minute party? Thailand offers visas on arrival to Indians and, for the moment, it’s free. That’s a saving of BHT2,000 (approximately Rs4,746). All you need is a valid passport and recent photo. You may have to pay a nominal processing fee of BHT200 (Rs469). Fly: Direct to Bangkok from major Indian cities
Indians want to travel with family during Christmas-NY break; Dubai, Australia most-preferred destinationsedit
The Economic Times – Online
A Paytm Travel spokesperson confirmed that Indians are opting for international destinations this year during the Christmas-New Year season. Over 20 per cent increase was seen in bookings made for international travels on Paytm this year compared to last year. This period has seen bookings for international destinations such as Dubai, Bangkok, Singapore, Kuala Lumpur, Colombo and Hong Kong.
In Collaboration With Singapore Tourism Board, Hawker Chan Brings Michelin-Starred Meal to Indiaedit
Business World – Online
My culinary journey began during my daily preparation for the family’s meals. The early exposure to cooking developed my passion for cooking. The foundation of my culinary passion was based strongly on the belief that good food should be made simple and affordable.