Category: travel
Thailand extends visa waiver plan for Indian, Taiwanese tourists for 6 months
The Thai cabinet has approved a plan to extend the visa-free program for tourists from India and Taiwan for another six months. The Southeast Asian country aims to increase foreign inflows to boost its stagnant economy. Tourists from India and Taiwan will be able to enter Thailand visa-free until November 11 after the existing exemption…
Read MoreThailand extends visa waiver plan for Indian, Taiwanese tourists for 6 months
The Thai cabinet has approved a plan to extend the visa-free program for tourists from India and Taiwan for another six months. The Southeast Asian country aims to increase foreign inflows to boost its stagnant economy. Tourists from India and Taiwan will be able to enter Thailand visa-free until November 11 after the existing exemption…
Read MoreUttarakhand Tourism launches India’s first Astro Tourism campaign
The Uttarakhand Tourism Development Board has partnered with Starscapes, a leading astrotourism company, to introduce Nakshatra Sabha, a new initiative to provide people with a comprehensive astrotourism experience. The campaign will feature a variety of activities, including stargazing, special solar viewing, astrophotography contests, camping under the stars and more. The initiative aims to bring together…
Read MoreUttarakhand Tourism launches India’s first Astro Tourism campaign
The Uttarakhand Tourism Development Board has partnered with Starscapes, a leading astrotourism company, to introduce Nakshatra Sabha, a new initiative to provide people with a comprehensive astrotourism experience. The campaign will feature a variety of activities, including stargazing, special solar viewing, astrophotography contests, camping under the stars and more. The initiative aims to bring together…
Read MoreIndians can now apply for Schengen visa with longer validity
The European Union (EU) has adopted a new visa system called the “Cascade” regime specifically for Indian nationals. Long-term multiple-entry Schengen visas valid for two years can now be issued to Indian citizens. This is a significant improvement over the potentially shorter visas previously offered. To be eligible for a two-year visa, applicants must have…
Read MoreAntarctica’s active volcano Mount Erebus emits $6,000 gold per day
In a recent discovery, scientists have discovered that Antarctica’s tallest active volcano emits gold particles along with volcanic gases. Mount Erebus, which is still volcanically active, was found to be spewing gold with emissions. In fact, in 1991, American geologists were the first to make this discovery. The new finding remains consistent with observations of…
Read MoreMaldives feel the pinch as Indian tourists shun island country
The Maldives is feeling the pinch as the number of Indian tourists visiting the island nation has dropped significantly in the past few months. Indian tourists who used to flock to the Maldives are now avoiding the island nation. India dropped to sixth position in 2024 compared to being the top visitor in 2023. According…
Read More10 ‘haunted’ places in India that will give you goosebumps
Do you believe there is life after death? If so, then there must be a possibility that all the ghost stories we’ve heard over the years of cultivation might just be true! Or at least some of them may be true. More or less, we’ve all at least heard a Ghost story or two, and…
Read MoreRoopkund Trek- The Mystery Of Uttarakhand’s Lake Of Skeletons
Roopkund lake and its mystery has attracted every tourist to attempt the famous Roopkund Trek located in Chamoli district of Uttarakhand. The lake lies at an elevation of 16,470 feet. above sea level. Roopkund Lake remains frozen for most of the year and is surrounded by rocks studded with glaciers. Also known as the Skeleton…
Read MoreRoopkund Trek- The Mystery Of Uttarakhand’s Lake Of Skeletons
Roopkund lake and its mystery has attracted every tourist to attempt the famous Roopkund Trek located in Chamoli district of Uttarakhand. The lake lies at an elevation of 16,470 feet. above sea level. Roopkund Lake remains frozen for most of the year and is surrounded by rocks studded with glaciers. Also known as the Skeleton…
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