Dear Readers, October arrives draped in colours, lights, and emotions, a time when India celebrates not just festivals, but a deep sense of belonging. The artistic brilliance of Kolkata’s Durga Puja lures global visitors to Diwali retreats that blend celebration with mindful travel, It’s not just about destinations, it’s about returning home, reviving joy, and […]
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Breaking Barriers: India and China reopen skies
By Debanjali Rakshit Asia’s skies are buzzing again. After five years of diplomatic cooling and detours, India and China are bringing travel back to the region in October 2025, with direct flights beginning again, with repercussions far beyond Asia. IndiGo will launch its first nonstop flights from Kolkata to Guangzhou on October 26, and will […]
All roads led to Singapore: Innovation meets Inspiration at ITB Asia 2025
By Debanjali Rakshit At Marina Bay Sands, Singapore, where the brilliance of the skyline meets the spirit of internationalism that the world aspires to, ITB Asia 2025 stepped back into the limelight on October 15 for the 18th time, reaffirming its place as the leading travel transformation expo in the Asia-Pacific. With the expo halls […]
Rajasthan: Where Luxury Meets Legacy
By Susmita Ghosh October marks the beginning of Rajasthan’s most enchanting travel season. The monsoon’s farewell leaves behind crisp air and clear skies, perfect for exploring the state’s regal cities and hidden gems. It’s also the time when Rajasthan begins its festive calendar — from Diwali celebrations in royal palaces to the folk rhythms of […]
Kolkata’s Durga Puja: When the Goddess Comes Home
By Netpal Travel Bureau Durga Puja is more than a festival in Kolkata, it’s an emotion, a collective act of creation that makes over every street corner into a work of art. The preparations begin months in advance in Kumartuli, where clay sculptors craft the goddess with gentle reverence. Their hands shape not just idols, […]
Wellness Tourism Becomes the New Economic Powerhouse
By Debanjali Rakshit India’s approach to travel and tourism is evolving, with wellness stepping into the spotlight as the new hallmark of hospitality. Across the country, from peaceful retreats nestled among Kerala’s backwaters to lodges perched in the Himalayas, travelers and hoteliers alike are embracing a fresh definition of luxury, where well-being and sustainability take center stage. The most recent […]
World Tourism Day 2025: Celebrating Unity, Culture, and Sustainability
By Susmita Ghosh Every year on September 27, the world comes together to celebrate World Tourism Day, a reminder of how travel connects people, cultures, and nations. Tourism is not just about holidays—it is about building bridges, fostering understanding, and creating opportunities. For students and young learners, including those in schools across India and beyond, […]
India’s Travel Surge: GST on hotels reduce, unlock budget adventures
By Debanjali Rakshit In the sweltering heat of early September, as families across India dream of monsoon-faded hill escapes or festive Diwali getaways, a quiet revolution is brewing in the hospitality world. The GST Council, in its 56th meeting, has delivered a potent boost: slashing the goods and services tax on hotel rooms priced up […]
Coorg: The Mist-Kissed Paradise of Karnataka
By Netpal Travel Bureau Nestled in the Western Ghats of Karnataka, Coorg, fondly called Kodagu, unfolds like a living painting. Rolling hills, dense forests, and sprawling coffee plantations create a tapestry of tranquillity. Each morning, a gentle mist embraces the valleys, dew sparkles on leaves, and the aroma of ripening coffee cherries fills the air. […]
BLTM 2025 Sets New Benchmarks for MICE at Yashobhoomi
By Staff Reporter The eighth edition of BLTM 2025 wrapped up on a high note, cementing its reputation as India’s most influential platform for Business, Leisure Travel, and MICE. Held from 11th to 13th September at Yashobhoomi, India International Convention Centre (IICC), the three-day event brought together over 500 exhibitors and 10,500+ B2B visitors, delivering […]